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The Twelve Colonies of Kobol

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** [[Aquaria (RDM)|Aquaria]] - An arctic world, with the most inclined orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
{{mainarticle|History of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
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[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
{{mainarticle|Aerilon}}
[[Image:Aerilon.jpg|right]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in Hestia's leading (L4) libratian point in the Helios Delta system.

About all of the planet's landmasses are situated in the temperate zones, featuring open and rolling landscapes offering little variation in altitude. There are few inland waterways, and the shorelines consist mostly of rocky bluffs with only mangrove swamps breaking the monotomy near the equador. To top it the planet offers hostile seas with no useful harbors at its coasts.

Aerilon has a mild climate and reliable seasons, with plentiful rain so catch basins and wells are sufficiently filled so fresh water is readily available despite the lack of rivers and lakes.

==Aquaria==
{{mainarticle|Aquaria (RDM)}}
[[Image:Aquaria.jpg|right]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria, the outermost planet in the Helios Delta system, follows a highly inclined orbit around its sun, establishing an arctic climate on this world. The planet's summer lasts only a few pleasant weeks around the time of closest approach to Helios Delta.

The planet surface is about entirely covered by vast, frigid oceans, punctuated with violently erupting volcanoes breaking through the sea surface. Only one land mass, named Kyros, is large enough to sustain human habitation. Volcanoes occupy each end of this crescent-shaped continent, which consist mostly of volcanic tephra covered in moss and dotted by exotic native plantlife.

Most people live in Heim, a town at the centre of the island facing what would be the harbor if the seas weren't so frigid. Only a few people live outside the town, tending the infrastructure needed for survival, like windmills, hydroponics, and solar panels. Due to the lack of wood, most structures are made of tin or stone.

==Canceron==
[[Image:Canceron.jpg|right]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:Caprica.jpg|right]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:Gemenon.jpg|right]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
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[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
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[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live, and he [https://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8751959730 states] that the planet is "largely a wildlife reserve".
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==Picon==
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[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
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'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
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[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
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[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
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'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** [[Aquaria (RDM)|Aquaria]] - An arctic world, with the most inclined orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
{{mainarticle|History of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
{{mainarticle|Fall of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
{{mainarticle|Aerilon}}
[[Image:Aerilon.jpg|right]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in Hestia's leading (L4) libratian point in the Helios Delta system.

About all of the planet's landmasses are situated in the temperate zones, featuring open and rolling landscapes offering little variation in altitude. There are few inland waterways, and the shorelines consist mostly of rocky bluffs with only mangrove swamps breaking the monotomy near the equador. To top it the planet offers hostile seas with no useful harbors at its coasts.

Aerilon has a mild climate and reliable seasons, with plentiful rain so catch basins and wells are sufficiently filled so fresh water is readily available despite the lack of rivers and lakes.

==Aquaria==
{{mainarticle|Aquaria (RDM)}}
[[Image:Aquaria.jpg|right]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria, the outermost planet in the Helios Delta system, follows a highly inclined orbit around its sun, establishing an arctic climate on this world. The planet's summer lasts only a few pleasant weeks around the time of closest approach to Helios Delta.

The planet surface is about entirely covered by vast, frigid oceans, punctuated with violently erupting volcanoes breaking through the sea surface. Only one land mass, named Kyros, is large enough to sustain human habitation. Volcanoes occupy each end of this crescent-shaped continent, which consist mostly of volcanic tephra covered in moss and dotted by exotic native plantlife.

Most people live in Heim, a town at the centre of the island facing what would be the harbor if the seas weren't so frigid. Only a few people live outside the town, tending the infrastructure needed for survival, like windmills, hydroponics, and solar panels. Due to the lack of wood, most structures are made of tin or stone.

==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live, and he [https://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8751959730 states] that the planet is "largely a wildlife reserve".
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
{{mainarticle|Sagittaron}}
[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
{{mainarticle|Tauron (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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The Twelve Colonies of Kobol

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** [[Aquaria (RDM)|Aquaria]] - An arctic world, with the most inclined orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
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[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
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[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
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[[Image:Aerilon.jpg|thumb|right|Planet -and flag depiction of Aerilon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in Hestia's leading (L4) libratian point in the Helios Delta system.

About all of the planet's landmasses are situated in the temperate zones, featuring open and rolling landscapes offering little variation in altitude. There are few inland waterways, and the shorelines consist mostly of rocky bluffs with only mangrove swamps breaking the monotomy near the equador. To top it the planet offers hostile seas with no useful harbors at its coasts.

Aerilon has a mild climate and reliable seasons, with plentiful rain so catch basins and wells are sufficiently filled so fresh water is readily available despite the lack of rivers and lakes.

==Aquaria==
{{mainarticle|Aquaria (RDM)}}
[[Image:Aquaria.jpg|right]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria, the outermost planet in the Helios Delta system, follows a highly inclined orbit around its sun, establishing an arctic climate on this world. The planet's summer lasts only a few pleasant weeks around the time of closest approach to Helios Delta.

The planet surface is about entirely covered by vast, frigid oceans, punctuated with violently erupting volcanoes breaking through the sea surface. Only one land mass, named Kyros, is large enough to sustain human habitation. Volcanoes occupy each end of this crescent-shaped continent, which consist mostly of volcanic tephra covered in moss and dotted by exotic native plantlife.

Most people live in Heim, a town at the centre of the island facing what would be the harbor if the seas weren't so frigid. Only a few people live outside the town, tending the infrastructure needed for survival, like windmills, hydroponics, and solar panels. Due to the lack of wood, most structures are made of tin or stone.

==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live, and he [https://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8751959730 states] that the planet is "largely a wildlife reserve".
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
{{mainarticle|Sagittaron}}
[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
{{mainarticle|Tauron (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** [[Aquaria (RDM)|Aquaria]] - An arctic world, with the most inclined orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
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[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
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[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
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[[Image:Aerilon.jpg|thumb|right|Planet -and flag depiction of Aerilon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in Hestia's leading (L4) libratian point in the Helios Delta system.

About all of the planet's landmasses are situated in the temperate zones, featuring open and rolling landscapes offering little variation in altitude. There are few inland waterways, and the shorelines consist mostly of rocky bluffs with only mangrove swamps breaking the monotomy near the equador. To top it the planet offers hostile seas with no useful harbors at its coasts.

Aerilon has a mild climate and reliable seasons, with plentiful rain so catch basins and wells are sufficiently filled so fresh water is readily available despite the lack of rivers and lakes.

==Aquaria==
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[[Image:ColonialColors12.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aquaria]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria, the outermost planet in the Helios Delta system, follows a highly inclined orbit around its sun, establishing an arctic climate on this world. The planet's summer lasts only a few pleasant weeks around the time of closest approach to Helios Delta.

The planet surface is about entirely covered by vast, frigid oceans, punctuated with violently erupting volcanoes breaking through the sea surface. Only one land mass, named Kyros, is large enough to sustain human habitation. Volcanoes occupy each end of this crescent-shaped continent, which consist mostly of volcanic tephra covered in moss and dotted by exotic native plantlife.

Most people live in Heim, a town at the centre of the island facing what would be the harbor if the seas weren't so frigid. Only a few people live outside the town, tending the infrastructure needed for survival, like windmills, hydroponics, and solar panels. Due to the lack of wood, most structures are made of tin or stone.

==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live, and he [https://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8751959730 states] that the planet is "largely a wildlife reserve".
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
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[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
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[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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Astral Queen

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{{Ship Data
| image= Bsg-astral-1.jpg
| race= Colonial
| co = [[Wilkens]]
| type= Civilian
| ftl= Yes
| cap= ~ 1,500
| role= Prisoner transport <BR> Fleet incarceration
| status= Scuttled, circa 4 ACH
}}

'''''Astral Queen''''' is a [[FTL]]-capable former starliner, converted for use as a prisoner transport vessel prior to the Cylon attacks.

==Life In The Fleet==

===Dangerous Cargo===
At the time of the [[Cylon attack]], she was carrying 1,500<ref>In the [[Miniseries]] the count was given as 500 and later retconned and increased to 1,500.</ref> male prisoners to their pardon hearings on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. ''Astral Queen''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> CO, [[Wilkens]], was unsure what to do with the prisoners at the time, and came close to abandoning them. The prisoners were spared when Roslin threatened to abandon the ship completely ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries]]", "[[Bastille Day]]").

Following sabotage aboard ''[[Galactica]]'', which destroys the majority of the Fleet's water reserves ([[TRS]]: "[[Water]]"), ''Astral Queen''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> prisoners are enlisted to mine ice from a [[Ice moon|planetoid]] to replenish the fleet's supply. However, the prisoners, led by [[Tom Zarek]], stage a break-out and hijacking of the ship ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The situation is resolved jointly by a [[Colonial Marine Corps|Marine]] assault from ''Galactica'' and by Lee Adama, agreeing to the core of Zarek's demands: that free and fair elections are held within the [[The Fleet (TRS)|Fleet]] to appoint a new president at the end of [[Laura Roslin]]'s term - some seven months from the date of the revolt on ''Astral Queen''. In return for his surrender and the assistance of the prisoners in obtaining the much-needed water ice for the Fleet, Lee Adama leaves Zarek and his men in control of ''Astral Queen'', much to the chagrin of both President Roslin and Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] himself.

===New Caprica===
[[Image:Bsg-1-03.jpg|thumb|right|[[Lee Adama]] and [[Tom Zarek]] on ''Astral Queen''.]]
After the colonization of [[New Caprica]], ''Astral Queen'' landed on the outskirts of [[New Caprica City]] next to ''[[Colonial One]]''. ''Astral Queen'' spends a few months to a year on the planet before it is captured by Cylon forces. When the Cylons lock away the launch keys, the ship effectively becomes a sitting duck, and is left largely exposed to the elements, which greatly corrodes her hull ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[Exodus, Part I]]").

After ''Galactica'' and ''Pegasus'' return to help the fleeing civilians, ''Astral Queen'' garthers as many people as possible, before lifting off and jumping to a pre-determined rendezvous point, and later re-joins the fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[Exodus, Part II]]").

===The Road To Earth and Other Events===
It is successfully guided across a vast stellar cluster by a Raptor pilot from ''Galactica'', after its passengers are relocated ([[TRS]]: "[[The Passage]]").

When the Fleet jumps to the [[Ionian nebula]], ''Astral Queen'' loses power and is hit by a Cylon missile in the ensuing [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula|battle]], however, damage is minimal, and eventually repaired. A short time later, ''Astral Queen'' flees the scene after the Cylons make a sudden retreat ([[TRS]]: "[[Crossroads, Part II]]", "[[He That Believeth In Me]]").

===Gaeta's Mutiny===
During the [[Gaeta's Mutiny|thwarted mutiny attempt]] led by Lieutenant [[Felix Gaeta]] and Vice President [[Tom Zarek]], the ship attempted to hail ''Colonial One'' and asked for any ships if they were in contact with the vessel. ''Astral Queen'', along with a handful of other ships were in the process of abandoning fleet ships that still supported Admiral Adama, when the mutiny was put down. Since ''Galactica'' did not jump, no other fleet ship did either ([[TRS]]: "[[The Oath]]").

After the mutineers are subdued, they are permanently incarcerated on ''Astral Queen''.<ref>Confirmed by [[Podcast:Deadlock|the podcast]] for [[Deadlock]].</ref> They are later given back their freedom in exchange for participating in rescuing [[Hera Agathon]] during the [[Battle of The Colony|Attack on the Cylon Colony]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part I]]").

===Earth===
Following the discovery of [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], it was flown by [[Samuel Anders]] into [[Sol]], along with the remaining ships in the civilian fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

==See Also==
[[Seaborne]]

[[Starke]]

== Notes ==
*The ship is equipped with at least one "flare", launched upward from some point amidships and on the dorsal section ([[TRS]]: "[[The Farm]]").
*The design and function of ''Astral Queen'' is an acknowledgment of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]], in which an identical design of vessel was defined as the [[Prison Barge (TOS)|Prison Barge]].
*In the DVD commentary for "[[Bastille Day]]", Ronald Moore and David Eick say that in hindsight they feel that "Astral Queen" was a very poor choice of name for a prison ship, and they now wish they had used a different name.
*According to this same DVD commentary, ''Astral Queen'' is named for [[MemoryAlpha:Astral Queen|the transport]] mentioned in the original ''[[MemoryAlpha:Star Trek: The Original Series|Star Trek]]'' episode "[[MemoryAlpha:The Conscience of the King|The Conscience of the King]]".

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Caprica City

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[[Image:Caprica City panorama.jpg|thumb|300px|right|A panoramic view of Caprica City, before the Fall.]]

'''Caprica City''' is the capital city of the planet [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and [[The Twelve Colonies of Kobol]]. The city is itself divided into a number of smaller districts and neighborhoods before its destruction by the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] in the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]].

==History==
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|left|Caprica City before the Fall.]]

Caprica City - colloquially "C-City" - is a major metropolitan area and the capital city of the planet Caprica before the integration of the Twelve Worlds under a single government. Following that integration, Caprica City is the home to the Twelve Colonies' government offices, including the Office of the President and those of his cabinet ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]],, "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[The Plan]]", [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

In the years leading up to the [[Cylon War]], Caprica City is a center of scientific discovery in which [[holoband]] technology is created and the first [[Cylon (RDM)|Cylons]] are developed. Despite its wealthy and progressive society, Caprica City is scorned by groups such as the [[Soldiers of the One]] for the decadence and moral decay demonstrated within in its limits and is targeted by terrorist attacks ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Gravedancing]]", "[[Know Thy Enemy]]", "[[End of Line]]", "[[Unvanquished]]", "[[Things We Lock Away]]", "[[False Labor]]").

In the [[virtual world]], Caprica City is the template for [[New Cap City]], an illegally hacked game in which holoband users indulge in sex, drugs and gangster-style violence. New Cap City perfectly duplicates Caprica City, even integrating current events into its matrix, though with a gritty, film noir style ([[CAP]]: "[[There is Another Sky]]"). The virtual construct is later destroyed and re-created as an idyllic woodland setting ([[CAP]]: "[[The Dirteaters]]").

[[Image:Glorious_Demise.png|thumb|...after the Fall.]]

During the Cylon War, Caprica City is attacked by Cylon forces. [[Cylon War-era Centurion|Centurion]]s and [[Civilian Cylon|domestic Cylons]] utilize mobile war machines to attack the city and its population from the ground, while [[Basestar (TRS)#First Variant|basestar]]s and [[Cylon Raider (RDM)#Cylon War-era Raider|Raider]]s attack from the air (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'').

Caprica City is once again a target during the second [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. First eliminating the city's electrical grid and starting numerous fire storms, the Cylons ultimately destroy Caprica City with multiple independently targeted missiles and a 50-megaton [[Weapons_in_the_Re-imagined_Series#Nuclear_weapons|nuclear]] detonation launched from orbit. The result is the total destruction of Caprica City ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]").

==Geography==
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|The planet Gemenon seen from downtown Caprica City.]]
Before the Fall, Caprica City is a thriving urban center, a home to trade, industry, entertainment, and [[Colonial Fleet (TRS)|Colonial Military]] installations and spaceports. The city is located between the [[Caprican Bay]] and a range of hills, covering a wide expanse of land, divided by a number of waterways ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 1]], "[[Daybreak, Part I]]", "[[The Plan]]"; [[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Rebirth]]", "[[Know Thy Enemy]]", "[[End of Line]]").

The skyline of Caprica City is distinguished by a number of prominent skyscrapers, with ultramodern glass and metal architecture intermingled with older, brick and stone buildings. The city is also populated by a number of statues bearing the likenesses of the [[Lords of Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Daybreak, Part I|Daybreak, Parts I]] & [[Daybreak, Part II|II]]", "[[The Plan]]"; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]], "[[Gravedancing]]").

At night, the city is illuminated by numerous neon lights and animated billboards. During optimal conditions, Caprica's twin world [[Gemenon]] can be seen from within the city limits from the naked eye ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Daybreak, Part I|Daybreak, Parts I]] & [[Daybreak, Part II|II]]", "[[The Plan]]"; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]], "[[Know Thy Enemy]]", "[[The Imperfections of Memory]]", "[[Retribution]]").

[[Image:Caprica_City_skyline, 1x13.jpg|245px]][[Image:Caprica morning rain, 1x11.jpg|245px]][[Image:Caprica City Center.jpg|245px]]
*Various locales and weather conditions in Caprica City, before its destruction by the Cylons.
[[Image:Caprica City vista.jpg|245px]][[Image:Caprica City sunset.jpg|245px]][[Image:Caprica City storm, 1x11.jpg|245px]]

==Landmarks==
===Parks & Recreation===
Caprica City features a number of municipal parks, shopping promenades and a worlds famous [[Pyramid (RDM)|pyramid]] stadium.

====Apollo Park====
:''Main article: [[Apollo Park]]''
[[Image:Caprica - Apollo Park.jpg|thumb|Apollo Park during the Maglev memorial ceremony.]]
Apollo Park is a large amphitheater and recreation area located above street-level, surrounded by cafes, landscaped with trees and a grassy area. Apollo Park is distinguished by a large statue of the God [[Apollo, Lord of Kobol|Apollo]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").

Fifty-eight years before the Fall of the Twelve Colonies, Apollo park hosts the memorial service for the victims of the bombing of [[Metropolitan Levitation Mass Transit|MLMT]] train #23 ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").

====Atlas Arena====
:''Main article: [[Atlas Arena]]''
[[Image: Atlas Arena.jpg|thumb|Atlas Arena during game time.]]
Atlas Arena is the home court of the [[Caprica City Buccaneers]] pyramid team. Owned by wealthy industrialist [[Daniel Graystone]], the stadium hosts teams from many of the Twelve Worlds, including the [[Gemenon Twins]] and the [[Tauron Bulls]], as well as the Pyramid Worlds Championships games. Able to accommodate more than 30,000 fans, Atlas Arena stands in downtown Caprica City - along one of its waterways - and features a large statue of [[Atlas]] himself ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Rebirth]]", "[[Unvanquished]]").

The arena becomes a target for suicide bombers associated with the Soldiers of the One terrorist cult ([[CAP]]: "[[Unvanquished]]"). The attackers are repelled by a squadron of Marine Cyber Combat Units, saving thousands of Capricans anda galvanizing Colonial support for Cylons ([[CAP]]: "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]").

====The Riverwalk====
[[Image:Riverwalk.jpg|thumb|The Riverwalk section of Caprica City.]]
The {{inlineref|Riverwalk}} section of Caprica City is an open-air promenade and park area. Landscaped with fountains and large reflecting pools, as well as playground equipment for families with children, the Riverwalk also features a large bazaar with vendors and other amenities ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Daybreak, Part I|Daybreak, Parts I]] & [[Daybreak, Part II|II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

The Riverwalk is frequented by members of all strata of Colonial life, from laborers and businessmen to luminaries such as the famous Doctor [[Gaius Baltar]]. Apparently near to both the Colonial Government offices as well as her Caprica City apartment, future President of the Colonies [[Laura Roslin]] also visits the Riverwalk section on several occasions ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Daybreak, Part I]]").

It is at the Riverwalk section that undercover Cylon agent "[[Caprica-Six]]" meets with her [[One|contact]], setting into motion the attack on the Twelve Worlds ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]").

====Orpheus Park====
'''Orpheus Park''' is another large public park in Caprica City, this one located outside the downtown area. Distinguished by a network of jogging paths, large wooded areas and open fields providing mountain vistas, Orpheus Park is used as a clandestine meeting place for GDD agent [[Jordan Duram]] and his confidential informant, [[Amanda Graystone]], during their attempt to bring down the STO cell controlled by [[Clarice Willow]] ([[CAP]]: "[[False Labor]]", "[[Blowback]]", "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]", "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]").

===Industry===
====Graystone Industries Campus====
:''Main article: [[Graystone Industries]]''
[[Image:Graystone Industries.jpg|thumb|The campus and headquarters of Graystone Industries.]]
The sprawling campus of Graystone Industries - the Caprica-based technology company owned by industrialist, scientist, and capitalist Daniel Graystone - is located near the waterfront of Caprica City. Spread throughout several modern buildings dominated by a pentagonal tower, Graystone Industries' campus houses labs, offices, boardrooms, landing pads for aircraft and a "big, beautiful" gym, complete with boxing ring. It is at its Caprica City campus that the company pioneers such technology as the holoband and the U-87 Cyber Combat Unit - the prototypical Cylon ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Rebirth]]", "[[The Reins of a Waterfall]]", "[[There is Another Sky]]", "[[Know Thy Enemy]]", "[[Things We Lock Away]]", "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]").

===Neighborhoods===
====Little Tauron====
:''Main article: [[Little Tauron]]''
[[Image:Little Tauron.jpg|thumb|Little Tauron located in Downtown Caprica City.]]
Among Caprica City's more diverse locations is [[Little Tauron]], an ethnic enclave home to a sizable population of [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] immigrants. Within the neighborhood, residents often speak the Tauron language and own and operate shops catering to Tauron cultural needs, including grocery stores, butchers and printing shops ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Rebirth]]", "[[The Imperfections of Memory]]"). Despite the family residences and peace of the neighborhood, members of the [[Ha'la'tha]] crime syndicate are widely known operate in relative comfort within the confines of Little Tauron, walking the streets with near impunity and operating out of the backroom of Connie's Place restaurant ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]", "[[The Reins of a Waterfall]]"). Prior to the first Cylon War, Little Tauron is home to [[Joseph Adama]] where he resides with his young son, future [[Battlestar (TRS)|Battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (TRS)|Galactica]]'' commander [[William Adama]]. The area is considered "downtown" Caprica City ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").

====Residential Areas====
[[Image:Graystone's estate.jpg|thumb|The luxurious Graystone Estate.]]
Like any major metropolitan area, Caprica City provides a wealth of residential areas of varying economy for its citizens, from high density suburban housing to luxurious seaside and lakeside homes ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Daybreak, Part I]]", [[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Rebirth]]", "[[The Reins of a Waterfall]]"). Away from the urban sprawl and skyscrapers of downtown Caprica, families lived in tract housing and middle-class neighborhoods, with trash pickup provided by the city ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").

Some of the most lavish homes in Caprica City belonged to the brightest minds of Caprican society, the seaside [[Graystone Estate|estate]] of Doctors Daniel and [[Amanda Graystone]] being among the most opulent of its time - featuring a tennis court, multiple bedrooms, a robotic butler named [[Serge]], and a private lab where Graystone conducted Defense Department work on the premises ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").

Schools in the area included [[Athena Academy]], a private institute devoted to the teachings of the Goddess [[Athena, Lord of Kobol|Athena]] as wells public schools like [[Wilson Elementary School]], [[Promethia High School]] and [[Apollo University]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Rebirth]]").

==Entertainment==
[[Image:Caprica at night, "Daybreak, Part II".jpg|thumb|Caprica City boasted nightlife as well.]]
Caprica City boasted a number of attractions for tourists and residents. Among them were Pyramid games at Atlas Arena, the city's many parks and gardens, as well as the Caprica City Museum of Contemporary Art ([[CAP]]: "[[The Imperfections of Memory]]"). The [[Caprican Art Museum]] also displayed unique artifacts from [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]").

Nightlife in Caprica City offered adult entertainment in the form of elaborate strip clubs and bars like [[Skybar]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part II]]", "[[False Labor]]"). Hot spots like the [[Dive Bar]] also catered to residents seeking recreation in the form of chemical substances, serving as a bar and [[opium den]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]", "[[The Imperfections of Memory]]").

In the [[Virtual World]], Caprica City was represented by a darker, more subversive counterpart, [[New Cap City]] - an action adventure game accessible through illegal holoband hacks ([[CAP]]: "[[There Is Another Sky]]").

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==Government==
[[Image:Caprica_City_Hall.jpg|thumb|Caprica City Hall.]]
[[Image:Caprica_-_GDD_Caprica_City_Bureau_building.jpg|thumb|Global Defense Dept., Caprica City Bureau.]]
Following the first Cylon War, Caprica City was home to the Government of the Twelve Worlds, with the offices of the President, [[Richard Adar]], and his cabinet just a short walk from the city's Riverwalk section ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Epiphanies]]"). Military installations were also present in Caprica City, including spaceports shuttling Colonial officers to various points in the Twelve Worlds including the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]"). The [[Colonial Defense Mainframe]] was also accessible from government buildings within Caprica City ([[TRS]]: "[[Six Degrees of Separation]]", "[[Epiphanies]]"). [[Caprica City Police]] was charged with keeping the city safe, with patrolmen on the streets in the Riverwalk and Little Tauron sections as well as stations all over the city - including one on Gore Street near Caprica City's harbor ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part I]]", [[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").

Before being elected President of the Colonies, Richard Adar was Mayor of Caprica City ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Daybreak, Part I]]").

Prior to the initial Cylon conflict, Caprica's [[Global Defense Department]] held a Caprica City bureau and the Caprican Defense Department held offices for former Defense Minister [[Val Chambers]] and his successor [[Joan Leyte]] ([[CAP]]: "[[The Reins of a Waterfall]]", "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]"). Caprica City Hall was located downtown ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]])".
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==Transportation==
:''Main article: [[Metropolitan Levitation Mass Transit]]''
[[Image:MLMT_Train.jpg|thumb|The Maglev train speeds through Caprica City.]]
Mass transit in Caprica City before the Fall was carried out a number of ways including city buses, taxi cabs and the [[Metropolitan Levitation Mass Transit]] system, or MLMT train ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Ghosts in the Machine]]"). Operating both below ground and on elevated platforms, the MagLev train provided public transport to destinations all over Caprica City, including Atlas Arena and the city's spaceports ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]", "[[Unvanquished]]", "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]"). 58 years before the Fall, MLMT train number 23 was the target of fanatical monotheist terror group [[Soldiers of the One]] in a devastating bombing. In the days following the tragic event, a Memorial Walk was created, dedicated to those who lost their lives aboard the train and the system was eventually rebuilt ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]", "[[The Imperfections of Memory]]").

[[Image:Caprica_docks.jpg|thumb|Sea-going and space-going vessels docked at Caprica's harbor.]]

Caprica's waterways were also traveled, with ships and ferries crossing the Caprican Bay and landing at the city's docks which provided harbor for both ocean-going vessels and their space-going counterparts (including ''[[Colonial One|Colonial Heavy]]'' liners). The [[Pantheon Bridge]] also provided transit across the Caprican Bay as well as providing vehicle access to the [[Caprica Inter-Colonial Spaceport]] which offered off-world flights to locations such as Gemenon, [[Picon]], and Tauron ([[CAP]]: "[[End of Line]]", "[[Retribution]]").

Caprica City also maintained expressways, though they were sometimes prone to congestion ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]").

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==Notes==
[[Image:Water_Caprica_City.jpg|left|thumb|The original look of Caprica City from the Miniseries.]]
[[Image:Capricacitydaybreak1.jpg|thumb|left|The retconned appearance for "Daybreak, Part I" and ''Caprica''.]]

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada stands in for Caprica City throughout ''[[Battlestar Galactica (TRS)|Battlestar Galactica]]'' and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'', augmented by set dressings and digital matte paintings and set extensions. For its initial appearance in the 2003 [[Miniseries]], Caprica was created as a series of computer-generated establishing shots by Zoic Studios; these establishing shots were later reused throughout the series, most prominently in "[[Epiphanies]]" and "[[Razor]]". For the series finale, however, a new digital model of Caprica City was unveiled, featuring far more detailed vistas that more closely matched the Vancouver practical locations. This new model, appearing in "[[Daybreak, Part I]]" and "[[Daybreak, Part II]]" as well as "[[The Plan]]" and finally throughout ''Caprica'', serves as a sort of retcon for the previous incarnation of the city.

According to ''Caprica'' location scouts Anand Kanna and Scott Firth, "Vancouver is a very modern city - lots of sea-foam glass and steel and high-rises. And that's the scope of what the planet Caprica is. It's a forward-thinking society and very modern... In Vancouver, there's an area called [[Wikipedia:Coal Harbour|Coal Harbour]], which is very modern. That was perfect for establishing Caprica City itself, the steel and glass look of downtown Caprica and its really modern-looking buildings. And then there's another area of town in the series, and it's called Little Tauron, which is a little bit backwards. It's more of the run-down, '40s feel. So we would go to [[Wikipedia:Chinatown, Vancouver|Chinatown]] for that." [http://articles.latimes.com/2010/jan/24/entertainment/la-ca-workinghollywood24-2010jan24]
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== Behind the scenes ==

=== Locations for Caprica City ===

* '''Apollo Park''':
:Apollo Park was shot on location at the Jack Poole Plaza atop the Vancouver Convention Centre [http://13thcolony.wordpress.com/2010/02/25/frik-and-frak-say-free-the-flame/], the location was augmented by a digital matte painting and set extensions. Photos of the set and filming of scenes for "Rebirth" appeared on the photo sharing website Flickr in July, 2009 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/raggo/3742135728/in/photostream/].
* '''Atlas Arena''':
:According to BSG and ''Caprica'' visual effects supervisor [[Doug Drexler]], Atlas Arena was based upon the architectural designs of [[Wikipedia: Santiago Calatrava|Santiago Calatrava]], "We decided that it’s architectural inspiration would come from renowned architect Calatrava. This ties nicely to the the Cylon [[Resurrection Ship]] from BSG, also Calatrava inspired. Atlas stadium was built by modeling maestro [[Pierre Drolet]]." [http://drexfiles.wordpress.com/2010/01/31/vancouver-as-caprica-city/]
:Atlas Arena in the pilot episode of ''Caprica'' was shot at the [[Wikipedia: General Motors Place|General Motors Place]] in downtown Vancouver, home rink of the [[Wikipedia: Vancouver Canucks|Vancouver Canucks]]. These scenes were later reshot on the ''Caprica'' sound stages for the aired version of the episode and all other subsequent episodes featuring Atlas Arena.
* '''The Riverwalk''':
:The Riverwalk complex and garden was actually the campus of [[Wikipedia:Simon Fraser University|Simon Fraser University]] in [[w:Burnaby, British Columbia|Burnaby, British Columbia]], Canada.''
* '''Graystone Industries''':
:The unaired "extended" version of the ''Caprica'' pilot episode featured an entirely different matte painting of Graystone Industries, depicting the installation as a much smaller location apparently some distance from downtown Caprica City. A new, expanded version of the complex was created for the aired version, situating Graystone Industries among the skyscrapers of the city.
* '''Little Tauron''':
:Little Tauron featured a very prominent visual reference to the real world with the famous [[Wikipedia: Pike Place Market|Pike Place Market]] sign from [[Wikipedia: Seattle|Seattle, Washington]] appearing in the digital matte painting of the location. [http://www.flickr.com/photos/aharvey2k/4360996970/] In the pilot episode of ''Caprica'', Joseph Adama's Little Tauron apartment was shot in Vancouver's Waterfall Building, the same location used for [[Kara Thrace]]'s [[Delphi]] apartment building, though in subsequent episodes, the apartment was a sound stage set.
* '''Caprica City Hall''':
:The [[Wikipedia: Vancouver Public Library|Vancouver Public Library]] stood in for the [[Caprica City Hall]] exterior in the pilot episode of ''Caprica'', though an establishing shot in the aired version showed a computer-generated vista. The interior was shot at Simon Fraser University. [http://articles.latimes.com/2010/jan/24/entertainment/la-ca-workinghollywood24-2010jan24]
* '''MLMT Train''':
:The MLMT train station appearing in the ''Caprica'' pilot was in reality the [[Wikipedia: Granville Station (TransLink)|Granville Station]], an underground [[Wikipedia: SkyTrain (Vancouver)|SkyTrain]] station in Vancouver. [http://buzzer.translink.ca/index.php/2009/04/granville-station-in-caprica/] For the production, Vancouver signage was changed to represent Caprica and the SkyTrain itself was replaced with a digital model, though an H&M advertisement managed to sneak into the scene. [http://www.flickr.com/photos/aharvey2k/4311998589/]
* '''Pantheon Bridge''':
:The Pantheon Bridge was in reality the [[Wikipedia: Burrard Bridge|Burrard Bridge]] in Vancouver. The Caprica Inter-Colonial Spaceport was filmed at Simon Fraser University in Surrey. [http://www.flickr.com/photos/jtanenbaum/4077340868/in/photostream/]

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:''This article discusses the religion of the Colonies as seen in the [[Re-imagined Series]]. For summary information on the Kobollian religion from the [[Original Series]], see [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies (TOS)]].''
:''For information on the various mythologies used in ''Battlestar Galactica'', see [[Mythological references]].''

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The dominant '''religion of the Twelve Colonies''', which the various characters of ''Battlestar Galactica'' practice to greater or lesser extent, is a [[Wikipedia:polytheism|polytheistic]] faith<ref>The Colonial deities are very similar to the [[Wikipedia:Greek mythology|Olympic gods]] of Greek mythology on the real-world Earth.</ref> with a strong emphasis on the philosophy of [[Wikipedia:Eternal return|eternal return]]. There are several variants of this faith, in both belief and practice.

==Origin==
[[Image:Pythia.jpg|right|thumb|A portion of the Sacred Scrolls, specifically, a portion of the Book of [[Pythia]].]]
The eternal-return aspect between the peoples of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] and [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] suggest a parallel or reverse-origin with humanity as a whole, or the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] that presumably populated it. See [[History of the Twelve Colonies]] for more analysis.

In the burial scene of the [[Miniseries]], [[William Adama]] states, "Life here began out there,<ref>This phrase is a homage to the [[Original Series]], where each episode began with this phrase in a voice-over introduction.</ref>" reminding the assembly that this was the first line of the [[Sacred Scrolls]], the principal religious tome of the Colonial faith, told to them by the Lords Of Kobol many centuries ago.
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==Belief==
===The Lords of Kobol===
Colonial religion is centered on the Lords of Kobol. In the Re-imagined Series and ''Caprica'', eleven Lords of Kobol have been positively identified:
* [[Zeus]] - The leader of the Lords. [[Tom Zarek]] has twice referred to [[William Adama|Bill Adama]] as "Zeus" ("[[Bastille Day]]", "[[The Farm]]", as a play on [[Lee Adama]]'s callsign).
* [[Aphrodite]] - The lady of love and sexuality. Kara Thrace prays often to this Lord ([[Flesh and Bone]]).
* [[Apollo, Lord of Kobol|Apollo]] - Zeus' son, said to be the lord of the hunt and of healing ([[Bastille Day]]).
* [[Ares]] - The lord of war. The [[Nicholas Tyrol|infant son]] of [[Cally]] and [[Galen Tyrol]] is [[dedication ceremony|dedicated]] to this Lord of Kobol ([[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance|The Resistance, Episode 10]]).
* [[Artemis]] - Twin sister of Apollo, lady of the hunt. [[Kara Thrace]] prays often to this Lord ([[Flesh and Bone]]).
* [[Asclepius]] - The lord of healing ([[Escape Velocity]]).
* [[Athena, Lord of Kobol|Athena]] - This lord committed suicide "out of despair over the exodus of the thirteen tribes" ([[Home, Part II]]). Her [[Tomb of Athena|tomb]] holds a map to [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).
* [[Aurora, Goddess of the Dawn]] ([[Maelstrom]])<ref>Aurora is the Roman counterpart of the Greek [[w:Eos|Eos]]. Eos is one of the [[w:Titans (mythology)|Titans]]. Since the Lords of Kobol are modeled after the [[w:Twelve Olympians|Twelve Olympians]] however, this could indicate that she is not one of the Lords, but belongs to another group of deities.</ref>.
*[[Hecate]] - Shapechanging goddess of the underworld ([[Caprica pilot]]).
* [[Hera, Lord of Kobol|Hera]] - Wife of Zeus. A [[Gates of Hera|mountain ridge]] on Kobol is named after her ([[Home, Part II]]), and the [[Hera Agathon|first Cylon/human hybrid child]] is named for this lord ([[Downloaded]]).
* [[Poseidon]] - [[Gaius Baltar]] mentions this deity in a conversation with [[Tracey Anne]] ([[He That Believeth In Me]]). Deckhand [[Brooks (RDM)|Brooks]] also prays to this lord. ([[The Face of the Enemy]])

The Colonials appear to use multiple names for their lords, interchanging "Mars" for "Ares", "Jupiter" for "Zeus", and so on.<ref>Curiously, [[Laura Roslin]] mentions that the 134th day of the Cylon occupation of [[New Caprica]] is Mars Day ([[Occupation]]), suggesting that Ares may also be called by his alternate Roman pantheon's name. The same happens again in "[[The Passage]]" when Zeus is referred to by the name of his Roman counterpart Jupiter.</ref>

====Afterlife====
Believers think that they will go to [[Fields of Elysium]] after death if they led a good life ([[Faith]]). <ref>This is clearly a direct parallel to the ancient Greek [[w:Elysium|Elysian Fields]], the part of the [[w:Hades|underworld]] corresponding to "heaven". The visual image of a ferry crossing a river also parallels the river [[w:Styx|Styx]].</ref>

==== Paradise Lost ====
According to the [[Sacred Scrolls]], the gods once shared a paradise-like existence with the people of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]]. Later circumstances forced the exodus of the human population of Kobol to [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|the Twelve Colonies]] and [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], and lead to Athena's suicide.

The existence of the Lords of Kobol is attested to by the survival of numerous artifacts, including the [[Arrow of Apollo]], the [[Tomb of Athena]] and the [[Gates of Hera]]. However, although she accepts their historic authenticity, [[Sharon Agathon|Caprica-Valerii]], a [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]], questions their actual divinity.<ref>There is a notion in fan circles that there are twelve lords of Kobol, by analogy to the twelve Cylon models, twelve Colonies, and perhaps the [[w:Twelve Olympians|Twelve Olympians]] of Greek mythology. A post from [[Ron D. Moore]]'s blog [http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/03/index.html#a000023 on March 12, 2005] loosely alludes on this coincidence, but further official sourcing has not been revealed.</ref>

====The Jealous God====
[[Elosha]] states that the exodus from Kobol was precipitated when "one jealous god began to desire that he be elevated above all the other gods, and the war on Kobol began."<ref>From a [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 2 (RDM)#Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I|deleted scene]] cut from the episode "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]".</ref> This figure may be related to or identical with "[[The One Whose Name Cannot Be Spoken|the one whose name cannot be spoken]]," whose [[Temple of Five|temple]] is discovered on the [[algae planet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]").

====The Path of Olympus====
[[Tom Zarek]] conveys to [[Laura Roslin]] and her [[Laura Roslin faction|followers]] the news that Commander [[William Adama]] had resumed command of ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' after the attempt on his life by saying: "Zeus has returned to '''Olympus'''" ([[The Farm]]).<ref>In Greek mythology, the home of the gods on Earth resided high atop Greece's highest mountain, Mount Olympus, at a time where access to the mountain summit would be almost impossible with the inhabitants' technology of that age.</ref> By Zarek's comment we can infer that Colonial religion appears to acknowledge the existence of a place called Olympus. It cannot yet be determined, however, if Olympus was thought of as the residence of the gods at a specific physical or ''metaphysical'' location of Kobol, as there has been no mention of Olympus elsewhere in the series. If Olympus is a metaphysical locale, this may contradict [[Elosha]]'s comment that the gods and man lived on Kobol together in harmony. On the other hand, according to the ancient Greek poem ''[[w:Theogony|Theogony]]'' by Hesiod, the gods lived together with humankind until Prometheus' deception at Mecone, after which they dwelt exclusively on mount Olympus and humans exclusively on Earth. Perhaps, then, some transgression caused the Lords of Kobol and humankind to part paths.

===Other Mythological Names in Colonial Culture===
Various items have been identified which are apparently named after other gods and legendary figures of their faith, although these have not been explicitly identified as Lords of Kobol.

:''See main article: [[Mythological references]]''

===The Cycle of Time===

''"All this has happened before, and all this will happen again."''<ref>In a short talk he gave before a screening of "[[Flesh and Bone]]", Ron Moore revealed that he "stole" the line from the introduction of the Disney animated version of ''[[w:Peter Pan|Peter Pan]]'' (lecture [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9op6PC03LRA part 1] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0w-9NglSNG0 part 2]).</ref>

According to [[Gaius Baltar]], this line from the [[Pythia]]n prophecy is very well known ([[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]). [[Laura Roslin]] later expands on it, reminding [[Kara Thrace]],

<blockquote>"If you believe in the gods, then you believe in the cycle of time that we are all playing our parts in a story that is told again, and again, and again throughout eternity" ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).</blockquote>

Various events throughout the series have led some characters to believe that they are playing out another turn of this cycle<ref>The notion of a circular progression of time (also known as [[w:eternal return|eternal return]] or eternal recurrence) is a common theme in other faiths, particularly [[w:Maya#Religion|Mayan]] mythology and is a cornerstone of the Hindu and Buddhist faiths. Moreover, [[w:Stoic|Stoic]] philosophy did believe in the concept of ''ekpyrosis'', the fire which consumes the old world and signals the birth of a new world, identical to the old, for a recurring cycle of birth, death and rebirth.</ref>. (see [[Sacred Scrolls]] for more detailed analysis).

===Sanctity of Life===
According to the Sacred Scrolls, abortion is "an abomination in the eyes of the Gods". The more fundamentalist [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)#Gemenon|Gemenese]] strictly adhere to this commandment, however the more secular Colonies such as Caprica apparently do not follow this as strictly: officially, Colonies-wide Federal law guaranteed a woman the right to an abortion, at least at the time of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]] ([[The Captain's Hand]]).

==Individual Practice==
The Colonials display a wide spectrum of religious practice, ranging from [[Billy Keikeya]]'s atheism ([[Home, Part II]], [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 2 (RDM)#Home, Part II|cut scene]]) to Corporal [[Venner]]'s literalistic readings of the Sacred Scrolls.

While not fully explained in the Re-imagined Series, it appears, based on the information from a [[dedication ceremony]] for [[Nicholas Tyrol]] and the prayers of [[Kara Thrace]], that each Colonial is paired, or "placed in the service" with one or more of the Lords. Based on the dedication ceremony blessing, Zeus is a considered "almighty" or foremost of the gods, while other Lords are prayed to by Colonials as a proxy to Zeus.<ref>This practice is similar to a Catholic practice of prayer to Mary, mother of Jesus. While Mary is a human, followers believe that, by praying to Mary, she can intercede to aid the acceptance of the prayer by the [[w:Trinity|Trinity]], the godhead of the Catholic faith.</ref>

===Artifacts===
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Despite Gemenon's fundamentalist climate, the city of [[Delphi]] on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] was apparently of a mind to store an important religious artifact, the [[Arrow of Apollo]], in a [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies|museum]], rather than a devotional institution ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).

Ancient temples may be also be the repository of special artifacts such as the [[Eye of Jupiter]], believed to be stored inside the legendary [[Temple of Five]] ("[[Rapture]]", "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]").
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===Confession===
At least some sects of the Colonial religion practice the concept of absolution of sins through confession. Brothers, and presumably priests as well, may hear confessions as demonstrated by [[Brother Cavil]] agreeing to hear Anders' confession ([[The Plan]]). It is not known if this practice is uniform throughout the Colonial religion or limited to certain sects.

A confession begins with the confessor saying, "Bless me, Brother, for I have acted against the example of the Gods." The Brother or Priest will then say, "Proceed in the name of the Gods," and after hearing the confession, they will end by saying, "You are absolved in the example of the Gods."

===Dress===
[[Image:Season 3 - Promo - Epi 1 - 2 - Oracle Selloi.jpg|right|thumb|200px|The robes of [[Dodona Selloi]] ([[Exodus, Part I]])]]
As seen by the various [[Laura Roslin faction|separatists]] orbiting Kobol in "[[Home, Part I]]", it appears that many Colonials have clothing that suggests a religious deference. In the scene, one older, white-bearded gentleman is dressed in simple colored robes and a round, flat head covering<ref>These robes may remind viewers of the tradition dress of Hasidic Jews, Islamic clerics, or Eastern Orthodox clerics of the real-world Earth.</ref> Other distinctive dress styles of other characters in the scene increase the sense of the dedication of religion in the Gemenese people (which appear to comprise the majority of Roslin's separatists).

The [[oracle]] [[Dodona Selloi]] dresses in a turban and robes, suggesting a special role in Colonial society or its religious hierarchy ([[Exodus, Part I]]).
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===Idols===
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At the end of the episode "[[Flesh and Bone]]", Kara Thrace, a devotee of Artemis and Aphrodite (as stated by [[Leoben Conoy]] in the same episode), prays to them on Conoy's behalf using figurines that bear a similarity to classic representations of Artemis and Athena. Artemis is depicted with her bow and arrow, and Athena with her helmet of war.

When visting the oracle [[Yolanda Brenn]], Thrace receives a figurine of the goddess [[Aurora, Goddess of the Dawn|Aurora]] as a gift ([[Maelstrom]]).
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===Prayer===
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Some prisoners on the ''[[Astral Queen]]'' seeking rehabilitation have turned to group prayer.
They greet Laura Roslin as a prophet and she provides them with a blessing ([[The Farm]]).

Priest [[Elosha]] sings a group prayer in a [[Service for the dead]] after the Fleet escapes from the initial Cylon attack ([[Miniseries]]).<ref>The language she sings is [[w:Sanskrit|Sanskrit]], a classical language of real-world Earth's Hindu/Indian peoples. More about the verses that she sings and their meaning can be found in the [[Language in the Twelve Colonies#Liturgy|Language in the Twelve Colonies]] article.</ref> The priest also gives a prayer after ''[[Colonial One]]'' is boarded by Commander Adama's troops to remove Roslin from power ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).

A chaplain delivered a simple prayer at the funeral of [[Zak Adama]], two years prior to the fall of the Colonies ([[Act of Contrition]])<ref>The prayer's mention of committing a "body to the ground from which we were all made" echoes the Biblical passage of [http://www.nccbuscc.org/nab/bible/genesis/genesis3.htm Genesis 3:19]:'''
:"By the sweat of your brow
:you will eat your food
:until you return to the ground,
:since from it you were taken;
:for dust you are
:and to dust you will return."</ref>:

<blockquote>"The burdens of this life are with us but a short time. For Lieutenant Zak Adama, son of [[William Adama|William]] and [[Carolanne Adama]], brother of [[Lee Adama|Lee]], the time was too short, but we take comfort in knowing his life was willingly given in service to all of us. We honor them for that. And thus, it falls upon us to repent our sins and with the help of the Lords of Kobol, make our own lives worthy of that gift. And now, we commit his body to the ground from which we were all made."</blockquote>

Corporal [[Venner]] asks [[Laura Roslin]] to join him in a simple prayer while ''Galactica'' is attacked as it desperately tries to find its Fleet ([[Scattered]]).
<blockquote>''(To Roslin:)'' Will you pray with me? ''(He begins:)'' Help us, Lords of Kobol. Help your prophet Laura guide us to the path of righteousness. That we might-- that we might destroy our enemies. Let us walk the path of righteousness and lift our faces unto your goodness. Help us turn away from the calls of the wicked and show us the knowledge of your certain salvation. We offer this prayer.</blockquote>

Prayer is also seen in the [[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance|Season 3 webisode series]] in a temple (where prayers are written and then burned before an idol), and by [[Kara Thrace]] ([[Miniseries]], "[[Flesh and Bone]]").<br clear="all">
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===Rosaries===
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As [[Laura Roslin]] begins to suffer from [[chamalla]] withdrawal in ''Galactica'''s brig, Corporal Venner, a [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)#Gemenon|Gemenese]], anxiously clutches a set of white prayer beads ([[Fragged]]).
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===[[Temple]]===
[[Image:Resistance - Webisode 4.jpg|thumb|[[Nora Farmer|Nora]] and [[Cally Tyrol]] pray in a temple on [[New Caprica]] ([[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance#Episode 4|Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance - Episode 4]]).]]

Temples may have been more elaborate places on the Twelve Colonies, but the spaceborne remnants of humanity presumably use any space they can find on their ships to form a basic temple. As seen on [[New Caprica]], a basic temple may consist of a simple altar with candles, idols of the Lords of Kobol, and what meager offerings the Colonials can give as a [[w:tithe|tithe]]. Some prayers are written on paper and burned ([[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance]]).

The temple on New Caprica was known as the Temple of Artemis ([[Collaborators]]), suggesting that temples are dedicated to a Lord or Lords, and may be related to the pairing of Colonials to a specific set of Lords at their dedication ceremony.

A similar arrangement to temple is found in an [[Yolanda Brenn|oracle camp]] ([[Maelstrom]]).

A room used for religious services on ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' is referred to as a temple ([[Escape Velocity]]).
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===Sagittaron beliefs===
Orthodox [[Sagittaron#Culture|Sagittaron beliefs]] are more anachronistic than the Gemenese's, believing that the mind and body are myths, and that medicine is "an abomination, a sin against the Gods". Sagittarons also blame physicians for the spread of disease due to their ignorance of the aforementioned "myth" of the body and mind. They traditionally do not believe in violence, even to the point of not aiding the [[New Caprica Resistance]] in their fight against the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] occupation of [[New Caprica]] ([[The Woman King]]).

===Other minority beliefs===

A small minority of the Colonials were secretly [[God (RDM)|monothiests]]. While it is not clear if such worship was still in practice in modern Colonial times up to the Cylon holocaust, an [[Temple of Five|unusual temple]] found on a [[Algae planet|remote planet]] suggests that monotheism was prevalent in the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]].

After the [[Second Exodus]], [[Gaius Baltar]] later founds [[Cult of Baltar|a monotheistic cult]] that finds itself in conflict with the established faiths. Baltar's faith comes into direct, violent conflict with the [[Sons of Ares]] as well as the general Colonial polythiests. [[Mithraism]] is also noted in practice ([[Escape Velocity]])

==The Clergy==
The religious and government bodies of the Twelve Colonies work together. This association is likely based on the religious homogeneity of the Colonies.<ref>This differs from the United States, whose government is based on religious tolerance through the separation of religious practice and legislature. While the real-world Earth has many, many religions, the Twelve Colonies, as yet, appear to have only one religion and as such does not suffer greatly from schisms or other religious factions, although colonists such as the Gemenese show a different emphasis on how they interpret the religious writings.</ref>

===Priests/Priestesses===
[[Image:Season 3 - Promo - Collaborators - Priest.jpg|right|thumb|A male [[Unnamed characters (RDM)#Priest|priest]]. ([[Collaborators]]).]]
[[Image:Elosha1.jpg|thumb|left|Elosha, priestess and friend of President Roslin. ([[Home, Part I]])]]
[[Laura Roslin]] [[Case Orange|is sworn into the presidency]] by a priestess<ref>In "[[Blood on the Scales]]", Baltar refers to Elosha as "the ''Priestess'' Elosha", indicating that women priests have a femanine title</ref>, [[Elosha]], who continues on in an advisory capacity within Roslin's administration. Priests also preside over military funerals, without regard for the beliefs of the deceased.

Priests in the Twelve Colonies are apparently not required to practice celibacy, and can be male or female. Chief [[Galen Tyrol]] states that his father was a priest and his mother an oracle ([[Resistance (episode)|Resistance]]).<ref>Galen Tyrol's information may be skewed by the revelation that he himself is a Cylon ([[Crossroads, Part II]]).</ref>

According to [[Billy Keikeya]], some priests use [[chamalla]] for its hallucinogenic properties. The prescient dreams it imparted to Laura Roslin may imply the use of something similar by [[Pythia]], an ancient prophet. [[Oracle]]s also use the drug.
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===Brothers===
[[Image:Cyca2.jpg|left|thumb|The false Brother [[Cavil]] ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]).]]
The term ''Brother'' is used as a title for male members of the clergy, although it is not fully apparent whether this role is similar to that of a [[w:Monk|monk]] or [[w:Deacon|deacon]].

As with priests, a brother offers consultation and leads prayer.

The only instance of this clergy is Brother [[Cavil]], who offers guidance to Chief Tyrol.

Cavil, however, is revealed as a [[humanoid Cylon]] some time later. Because of Cavil's nature, there may be doubt as to whether Cavil is a useful example of the work of a Brother in Colonial religion.

It is probable that Brothers are lay clergy (unlike priests and oracles, who appear to have political status as well as their religious status).

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===Sisters===
[[Image:Tivenan.jpg|right|thumb|Sister Tivenan (right) at a [[dedication ceremony]] ([[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance|The Resistance: Episode 10]])]]
As with Brothers in the clergy, there are ''Sisters'' as well.

Sister [[Tivenan]] is briefly seen tending to business in the temple on [[New Caprica]], guiding prayer and officiating a [[dedication ceremony]] for the [[Nicholas Tyrol|newborn son]] of [[Galen Tyrol|Galen]] and [[Cally Tyrol]] ([[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance]]).

It is probable that Sisters, like Brothers, are lay clergy.
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===Oracles===
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[[Image:Season 3 - Promo - Epi 1 - 2 - Oracle Selloi.jpg|left|thumb|The oracle [[Dodona Selloi]] ([[Exodus, Part I]]).]]
[[Image:S3 oraclebrenn low.jpg|right|thumb|The oracle [[Yolanda Brenn]] ([[Maelstrom]]).]]
There is little information as to the religious functions of ''oracles''. [[Dodona Selloi]] is one of two oracles seen in the Re-imagined Series. She confirms the dreams of a copy of [[Number Three]] and the existence of [[Hera Agathon|Hera]]. It is not clear if Selloi is sitting in a tent designated as a temple, but there are numerous ornate or curious inscriptions surrounding and inside her tent that suggest the significance of the oracle's tent or her presence. A second oracle, [[Yolanda Brenn]], gives counsel to [[Kara Thrace]] on her strange dreams aboard ''Galactica'' ([[Maelstrom]]).

Priests and oracles may assume their roles due to an personal, possibly inherited affinity to sense spiritual changes or conditions. [[Galen Tyrol]], [[Final Five|believed to be the son of a priest and oracle]], detects the presence of and finds the [[Temple of Five]] alone, based only on his senses, apparently detecting the hidden temple on the otherwise-unremarkable (and undocumented) [[algae planet]] ([[The Eye of Jupiter]]). However, it is revealed later that he is in fact a humanoid Cylon, one of the ([[Final Five]]), and had visited the site before.
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== A Cylon Connection ==
:''Main article: [[Cylon Religion]]''
:''See Also: [[The Destiny]], [[Final Five]], [[Temple of Five]]''

While humanoid Cylons show a strict, firm belief in a monotheistic [[God (RDM)|God]], referring to the Lords of Kobol as "false idols," a connection between the Cylon God and the Lords of Kobol may exist. In "[[Exodus, Part I]]", an [[Selloi|oracle]] tells [[Number Three]] (who has a ''dream'' of the oracle's tent and of holding the believed-dead hybrid child [[Hera Agathon|Hera]]) that she has a message from the one that Number Three worships. This poses the question how an oracle of the Lords of Kobol be able to hear the messages of the Cylon God.

A Kobollian god(s) was separated from the others, per a deleted scene about a [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Jealous God|jealous god]].

The [[Temple of Five]], which a [[Number Three]] uses to visualize the identities of the [[Final Five]]) was not built for the Cylons (who were not created until 4,000 years later) but for humans. The Temple, according to the Sacred Scrolls, was built for five priests who worshiped "[[The One Whose Name Cannot Be Spoken]]". It is not clear if this was the spurned "jealous god" or another fallen member of the Lords of Kobol. No further information on the connection between the Cylon and Colonial religions in regards to the Temple of Five is revealed as of the end of Season 3.<ref>While the notion of a fallen Lord is speculative in the Re-imagined Series, there is already a parallel series of characters from the [[Original Series]]: The [[Beings of Light]] and their fallen member, [[Iblis]]. [[Ron D. Moore]], however, has stated in several interviews that he was not planning to use this Original Series concept in the Re-imagined Series.</ref>

[[Kara Thrace]] realizes her [[The Destiny|destiny]], first from the words of a [[Leoben Conoy]] model, and later, in a type of dream, through an [[Messenger Leoben|entity that took the likeness of Leoben]], but was not a Cylon. From death, Thrace [[Crossroads, Part II|returns]] to the Fleet, not as an illusion, but resurrected -- something that, prior to Thrace, only a humanoid Cylon could do.

== Notes ==
In a podcast, RDM mentioned that it was intended that there would be many sectarian divisions and religious denominations within colonial society, ranging from a Hellenic-style Cult of Athena to more Buddhist and Hindu forms of worship, and including monotheistic minorities. Mithraism is presumably one such minority belief, similar to the real-life minority Mithraic religion of Roman times. This diversity was not fully shown due to time constraints, but would later be made more apparent in Caprica.

It seems that Colonial society protects freedom of worship and encourages religious diversity to some degree. However, certain monotheistic organisations such as the [[Soldiers of the One]] and the [[Cult of Baltar]] are strongly anti-polytheistic, and some devout polytheists such as [[Jordan Duram]] take strong exception to the doctrine of monotheism.

The Tauron Funeral Rite as seen in Caprica mirrors the Ancient Greek rite of placing a coin on the head of the dead for the Charon, the ferryman who took the souls of the dead across the Rivers Styx and Acheron to The Underworld. The idea of eternal return "all of this has happened before, and will happen again" is strongly present in many forms of Hinduism, which see the universe as cyclical. The use of oracles and icons of deities reflects many historical Indo-European religions from Ancient Greek to Hindu, as well as different shamanistic practices. Additionally the priests of the Lords of Kobol wear different vestments perhaps indicating divisions similar to Protestantism/Catholic/Orthadox in Christianity.

The use of the names of certain real-life pagan Gods as personal names (like the Germanic Odin) as well as the presence of interchangable Greco-Roman names for the same gods (i.e. Jupiter/Zeus or Mars/Ares) may suggest that the worship of the Lords of Kobol uses different names for the same Gods depending on language. Different colonies may call the same Lords of Kobol names like the Germanic Tyr, Roman Jupiter, Greek Zeus Pater, Indian Deus Pita interchangably. Alternatively, it is possible that some polytheists in the colonies worship a different pantheon altogether, or include the worship of other gods along with the 12 Lords of Kobol, just as how there are Titans and Olympians in Greek religion, Asir and Vanir in Germanic religion, or Devas and Asuras in Hindu religion.

The punchline of [[Blood_on_the_Scales#Noteworthy_Dialogue|the joke]] that [[Tom Zarek]] tells [[Racetrack]] as he is escorted from the flight deck in "[[Blood_on_the_Scales#Notes|Blood on the Scales]]" suggests that pedophilia by priests may have been an issue among the clergy of the Twelve Colonies, similar to [[w:Abuse_by_members_of_Roman_Catholic_orders|anecdotes and allegations]] involving the Roman Catholic Church.

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Jurgen Belzen

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{{Character Data
|photo= Jurgen belzen.jpg
| colony = [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)#Gemenon|Gemenon]]
| death= Shot by Admiral Cain for questioning her orders
| role= Executive officer of ''[[Pegasus]]''
| children = At least two daughters
| marital status = Wife [[Rika Belzen]]
| rank= Colonel
| serial=635440<ref>This information comes from his [[:Image:Belzen's dogtag serial.jpg|dogtags]].</ref>
| actor= [[Steve Bacic]]
}}

'''Jurgen Belzen''' was Admiral [[Helena Cain]]'s long-time executive officer on ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'' and close friends with her.

When the battlestar puts in for a lengthy overhaul at the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]], he plans to go paragliding on [[Scorpia]]. After the [[Cylon attack]] on the Twelve Colonies ''Pegasus'' conducts an [[Battle of the Communications Relay|attack]] on what is believed to be a small Cylon communications relay, but turns out to be a large staging area. When the Cylons jump in 15 squadrons of Raiders to close an apparent trap, Cain orders to launch all remaining Viper squadrons. Not wanting to waste their outnumbered Vipers, Belzen urges Cain to reconsider and recall the first squadron and order a retreat. Cain views his persistence and official refusal to carry out her order as insubordination, asks for his sidearm and shoots him in the head with it in front of the entire [[CIC]] crew. ''Pegasus'' eventually wins the battle, but with staggering losses.

These events are later told to Colonel [[Saul Tigh|Tigh]] by Colonel [[Jack Fisk|Fisk]]. Although Fisk later says that he has been lying, Tigh remains convinced that he has been telling the truth ("[[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]", "[[Razor]]").

== Notes ==
* Although Fisk laughs his claims off as a joke in the episode "Pegasus", Ronald D. Moore said in a [http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2006/09/#a001323 blog entry] that all of it is in fact true. The events are later depicted, and thus confirmed, in "Razor".
* His first name, as it is German, should be written "Jürgen" or "Juergen", but it is not unusual to drop diacritical marks in English as the name is pronounced with a "u" in it.
* Steve Bacic also played the XO of the Andromeda, in the series of the same name, who was also killed by his commanding officer.
* His counterpart in the Original Series is [[Tolan]].

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Talk:Colonial Auxiliary Fleet/Archive 1

2013-04-09T16:16:32Z

Geo:

Do we have any source for this? Links please. I don't remember any mention of it in B&C. [[User:Phalanx-a-pedian|Phalanx]] 08:44, 9 April 2013 (EDT)

First thing I heard about it as well. I wonder if this is just enthousiasm on the part of the author... -- [[User:Geo|Geo]] 12:16, 9 April 2013 (EDT)

Osiris

2013-03-15T22:49:57Z

Geo: Less extensive -and repetitive sentence constructions.

{{Ship Data
| image= Osiris Prep to Jump.png
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| co= Commander [[Ozar]]
| crew = ~150 (minus pilots)
| ftl= Yes
| role= Battleship / Carrier hybrid <br> Stealth recon
| weapons= 12x [[Battery|gun batteries]], <br> ~32x [[KEW#Point_defense_guns|defensive batteries]], <br> Missile batteries <br>
| status= Destroyed, [[Battle of Djerba]], circa 42 BCH
}}

'''''Osiris''''' (0913) was an [[Orion Class Battlestar|''Orion'' class "pocket battlestar"]]<ref>Designation revealed on the ship's patch.</ref> in the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]], during the First [[Cylon War]]. It served in a semi-secretive role during the war, having been hidden away by Colonial Admiralty. At the time of her destruction, ''Osiris'' was attached to the 54th [[Battlestar Group]].

==History==
''Osiris'' first entered service sometime before the tenth year of the First Cylon War, but was reported as destroyed in an earlier engagement with Cylon forces. However, in reality the ship was hiding away in Cylon held space in a "Ghost Fleet" the Colonial Admiralty was assembling as part of an effort to strike at the Cylons.

Some time after being hidden away, ''Osiris'' is tasked by the Admiralty for a combat jump to [[Djerba]], as part of a mission to deliver false information to the Cylons.

==Battle of Djerba==
:''Main article: [[Battle of Djerba]]''

''Osiris'' successfully completes her jump to Djerba, but a Cylon basestar jumps in shortly afterwards. Initially the Cylon DRADIS couldn't detect the ship due to its hull DRADIS-absorbing qualities, but the ship is eventually detected when Commander Ozar pushes ahead with the mission, and powers up for attack.

The ship is quickly overwhelmed, and the Commander makes the decision to launch her nuclear missile compliment at the basestar. However, due to battle damage, the launchers are compromised so the missiles cannot launch. In order to save those on the planet from Cylon assault, Commander Ozar orders the ship to ram the basestar, where she manually detonates the ship's nuclear warheads. Both ships are destroyed in the explosion resulting in the loss of all hands ("[[Blood and Chrome]]").

==Crew==
*Commander [[Ozar]] - Commanding officer
*Lieutenant [[Zachary Elias]] - Viper pilot
*Lieutenant [[Jim Kirby|Jim "Sunshine" Kirby]] - Viper pilot
* Unnamed Executive Officer played by [[Ty Olsson]]
* Unnamed [[Marine]] played by [[Leo Li Chiang]]

== Related Imagery ==

<gallery perrow="7">
Image:Osiris 1.png|[[Raptor 909]] approaches ''Osiris''.
Image:Osiris 2.png|''Osiris'' among the "ghost fleet."
Image:Djerba 2.png|''Osiris'' approaching Djerba.
Image:Osiris 4.png|''Osiris'' point defense batteries.
Image:Osiris 3.png|''Osiris'' CIC.
File:Battlstar_Osiris_patch.png|''Osiris'' uniform patch.
Image:Osiris Firing Point Defense Guns.png|''Osiris'' fires its point defense cannons.
Image:Osiris Pummeled.png|''Osiris'' taking heavy damage from Cylon missile attacks.
Image:Osiris Loses An Engine.png|''Osiris'' loses an engine.
Image:Osiris Suicide Run.png|''Osiris'' maneuvering through flak and missiles on one engine. Even damaged, it is nimble.
Image:Osiris Crash.png|''Osiris'' crashes into a basestar...
Image:Osiris Final Resting Place.png|...comes to a stop...
Image:Osiris Nuke Detonation.png|...and triggers its nuclear warheads...
Image:Osiris BOOM.png|...taking the basestar with it.
</gallery>

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Talk:Air Force Viper/Archive 1

2013-03-10T12:22:00Z

Geo: /* Caprica[n] Air Force Viper, virtual or real? */

=== Caprica[n] Air Force Viper, virtual or real? ===

I wonder if this model shouldn't be listed under the virtual aircraft section in ship templates, since it was only shown as a flight simulator with Zoe and Philomon. As far as I know there's only VFX modeler Pierre Drolet stating it was effectively used as an atmospheric fighter by Caprica. -- [[User:Geo|Geo]] 08:22, 10 March 2013 (EDT)

:i think now that we have pierre drolet's behind-the-scenes comments on these vipers there's actually justification to keep it out of "virtual aircraft" that wasn't there before. [[User:Psutherlin|Psutherlin]] 21:11, 9 March 2013 (EST)

::Doesn't the same hold for the vintage vipers then? I mean, if even Graystone Industries has a painting of these old aircraft hanging in the CEO's boardroam. And the text in the Vintage Viper's article claims the craft is a predecessor of the Air Force Viper. -- [[User:Geo|Geo]] 08:21, 10 March 2013 (EDT)

Talk:Air Force Viper/Archive 1

2013-03-10T12:21:39Z

Geo: /* Caprica[n] Air Force Viper, virtual or real? */

=== Caprica[n] Air Force Viper, virtual or real? ===

I wonder if this model shouldn't be listed under the virtual aircraft section in ship templates, since it was only shown as a flight simulator with Zoe and Philomon. As far as I know there's only VFX modeler Pierre Drolet stating it was effectively used as an atmospheric fighter by Caprica.

:i think now that we have pierre drolet's behind-the-scenes comments on these vipers there's actually justification to keep it out of "virtual aircraft" that wasn't there before. [[User:Psutherlin|Psutherlin]] 21:11, 9 March 2013 (EST)

::Doesn't the same hold for the vintage vipers then? I mean, if even Graystone Industries has a painting of these old aircraft hanging in the CEO's boardroam. And the text in the Vintage Viper's article claims the craft is a predecessor of the Air Force Viper. -- [[User:Geo|Geo]] 08:21, 10 March 2013 (EDT)

Talk:Air Force Viper/Archive 1

2013-03-09T23:15:15Z

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Fall of the Twelve Colonies

2013-03-03T21:05:01Z

Geo: /* The Colonies */

:''This article details the destruction of the Twelve Colonies in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. For information on the fall of the Twelve Colonies in the Original Series, see [[Battle of Cimtar]].''
{{Battle Data
|image=Nukes in Miniseries.jpg
|description=Cylon nuclear bombs detonating on Caprica
|conflict=Second Cylon War
|date=[[Timeline (RDM)|Zero Hour]], concurrent with [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]
|place=[[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]] of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]]
|result=Cylon victory: <br> Destruction of the Twelve Colonies, <br> Destruction of the Colonial Fleet, <br> Forced Colonial exodus to Earth.
|combatant1=[[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]] of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Admiral [[Nagala]] †<br>Commander [[William Adama]]<br>Rear Admiral [[Helena Cain]]
|co2=[[Basestar command]]
|strength1=Approx. 120 [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], <br>associated [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]], <br> associated [[Raptor|Raptors]], <br> Fleet [[Berzerk type cruiser|support cruisers]]
|strength2=Massive number of [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]], [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]], [[Heavy Raider]]s
|shiploss1=Virtual destruction of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|shiploss2=Unknown, minimal
|casualties1=Destruction of major Colonial cities, almost all of the civilian population and military forces (estimated at 50 billion)
|casualties2=Unknown, minimal
|prev=[[Battle of Tauron]]
and
[[Operation Raptor Talon]] (First Cylon War)
|next=[[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] (concurrent)
|series=RDM
}}

The Fall of the Twelve Colonies (also known as The Fall, the Cylon attack, Cylon holocaust or Second Cylon War) is a devastating, genocidal attack by the Cylons, designed by [[John Cavil]] to eliminate the human race, and seek revenge on the [[Final Five]] for creating the humanoid Cylons in their image.

==Before the Fall==
The events leading up to the attacks go back at least a few years, when the Cylons (now in human form) begin infiltrating Colonial society. One such Cylon, a [[Number Six]], is involved with Dr. [[Gaius Baltar]], a famed computer scientist living on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. Together, they develop [[Command Navigation Program|system upgrades]] for the [[Colonial Fleet]], which gives Six access to the [[Colonial Defense Mainframe]]. There she is able to covertly install backdoors into the new software which the Cylons will later use to shut down Colonial defenses ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries]]").

A year prior to the attacks, Commander [[William Adama]], aboard the battlestar ''[[Valkyrie]]'', is tasked by Colonial admiralty to launch a stealth plane across the [[Armistice Line]] into Cylon held space. Piloted by [[Daniel Novacek]], the bird is discovered by an unknown contact, and is shot down by Adama to prevent his pilot from being potentially captured by Cylon forces. The plan fails, and Novachek is captured anyway after he ejects from the Stealthstar, and remains in Cylon custody for at least four years (three years post fall), until he is deliberately released by the Cylons in the hopes that he will kill Commander Adama for his actions ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]").

In the final weeks before the attacks, [[John Cavil]] makes his rounds in order to assure everything is set. One model meets with the Number Six on Caprica, urging her to commit suicide before the bombs fall, while another meets [[Ellen Tigh]] at a bar on Picon minutes before the attack begins, to see if she has changed at all. Cavil is visibly upset when he discovers she has not ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

==It Begins…==

Prior to the attacks, the Cylon fleet is amassed around the [[The Colony|Colony]], the Cylons' "homeworld." When the command is given, the basestars jump to their targets before striking. It takes the Cylons all but three minutes to access the defense mainframe and shut it down, leaving the Colonies and the Colonial Fleet defenseless ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). This infiltration of Colonial systems combined with the "complete surprise" that the Cylons achieve enables them to sweep the Colonial Fleet aside with minimal losses, a triumph beyond their most optimistic projections ([[TRS]]: "[[Downloaded]]").

===Armistice Station===
The Cylons begin their attack by first jumping to the [[Armistice Station]]. The [[Armistice Officer|Colonial officer on duty]] is shaken when a vessel docks with the station and two Centurions enter the meeting room, followed by a Number Six model. The Six approaches the officer and begins to kiss him passionately. A nearby basestar opens fire at that moment, destroying the station.

===The Colonial Fleet===
Having received the CNP “upgrades”, the Colonial Fleet is easily shut down by attacking Cylon Raiders. The fleet loses at least 30 battlestars (Among these, ''[[Yashuman]]'' and ''Valkyrie'') in the opening wave, which according to Kara Thrace, is a quarter of the fleet. After this news is broadcast, Admiral Nagala takes command of the battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'', and begins a counter attack near Virgon’s orbit, as per a system plot by Lt. Gaeta aboard the battlestar ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]''. The battle doesn’t last long, and ''Atlantia'' is lost along with the battlestars ''Triton'', ''Solaria'', ''Columbia'', and others, prompting ''Galactica'' commanding officer William Adama to take command of the Fleet, and ordering remaining forces to [[Ragnar Anchorage]] for regrouping.

The battlestar ''Galactica'', approximately 300 million miles from Caprica at the time<ref>See [[Science in the Re-imagined Series]] for this calculation, based on data from the Miniseries.</ref>, is largely unprepared for the attacks, having just been decommissioned and transformed into a museum. It dumps its munitions as part of the decommissioning ceremony<ref>This event occurs in a deleted scene of the Miniseries.</ref>, and has lost its primary fighter wing. However, as part of the museum, it has a handful of older [[Viper Mk II]]'s aboard, which Commander Adama has put to use, as ''Galactica'' is attacked herself. The handful of planes are enough to hold off the Raiders, however, not before ''Galactica'' is hit with a nuclear tipped missile. The battlestar comes out relatively unscathed, However, 85 crew members are lost when damage to the fire suppression system necessitates the venting of the port flight pod's atmosphere to prevent the fuel lines from igniting, thus preventing the destruction of the ship. From here, Adama takes command of the fleet, and orders the ship to prepare for an FTL jump to Ragnar to re-arm ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries]]").

The battlestar ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'', under the command of Rear Admiral [[Helena Cain]], is docked at the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] at the onset of the attacks undergoing a system refit, which left its computer networks offline. Most of the crew is about to take shore leave when the Cylons strike the shipyards. The battlestar is heavily damaged in the opening salvo and there are many casualties, however, thanks to DRADIS interference, the Cylons were not able to confirm its destruction, and continued their assault on the other battlestars and support ships docked at the yards. Not wanting to give the Cylons time to realize their mistake, Cain orders a [[blind jump]] away from the combat zone. The ship re-emerges several plotted jumps away from the Colonies. After sending a recon Raptor back to the colonies to confirm their destruction, the crew begins to make repairs, while Cain plots her next move ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

===The Colonies===
:''Main article: [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]''
* '''Caprica''': The bulk of the Cylon Fleet jumps directly to Caprica. After shutting down, and destroying at least four battlestars and their fighter escorts, the baseships begin assaulting the planet with nuclear MIRVs, while simultaneously landing Centurions at various points for ground assaults. [[Caprica City]] is struck with a detonation approaching the 50 megaton range, followed by other strikes on other cities. One of the targeted cities was in view of the [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], who were involved in high altitude training at the time, a slight oversight on attacking forces, since [[Samuel Anders]] was with his team, and out of range of the bombs. Also on Caprica at the time of the attacks was [[Tory Foster]], who was struck by a blast wave while driving her car down a Caprican street. She is found, and brought to Roslin's fleet by a rescue Raptor. After the Colonials flee, Cylon forces work to clear the planet by burning the remains of those who died on the planet, and rounding up survivors for their experimental [[farms]].

* '''Picon''': Picon is struck just as hard as Caprica, with the Cylons completely annihilating [[Picon Fleet Headquarters]] in the first few minutes of the attacks. In a bar, Cavil moves to protect Ellen Tigh from one of the exploding bombs. He moves her to a rescue Raptor, which takes the both of them to the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', before rendezvousing with ''Galactica'' at Ragnar. Picon's major attraction, its harbors, are the main target of the attacking Cylon forces, and are the first struck upon jumping in orbit of the planet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

* '''Scorpia''': Scorpia is struck by numerous nuclear weapons, as the shipyards in orbit are overrun by Raiders. Seeral battlestars and support ships are destroyed, and the shipyard itself is left a burning wreck.

* '''Leonis''': Leonis is struck by nuclear warheads as well, and invaded by ground troops, who systematically begin murdering the survivors of the bombings.

* '''Canceron'''. Some detonations are seen on the colony's surfarce from the starliner ''Pyxis'' while this ship is near the planet.

With these Colonies struck, the Colonials are defeated. After losing the Fleet Headquarters, President [[Richard Adar]] offers the Cylons a complete and unconditional surrender. However, the gesture is ignored by the Cylons, and they continue their assault. Adar and his administration are presumed killed a short time later, and Secretary of Education [[Laura Roslin]] is sworn in as successor aboard ''[[Colonial Heavy 798]]'' after [[Case Orange]] is broadcasted.

===Civilians Under Attack===
At the onset of the attacks, there were many civilian transports and passenger liners in the space lanes near Caprica. After the Colonial Government shut down these lanes, these ships became trapped and were attacked as they were found by the Cylons. It's not long before Roslin takes the effort to round up the survivors and form a caravan to help get the civilians out of harms way, and sends out [[Sharon Valerii]] in search of more ships. Valerii is able to recover at least three homeless Vipers, and numerous transports, her last being a [[tylium]] transport, before the Cylons jump in and scan their caravan. At this point, Roslin makes the decision to abandon the sublight only ships, and orders the remaining FTL capable ships to jump to Ragnar to rendezvous with ''Galactica''. Around 20+ sublight ships, including a ''[[Botanical Cruiser]]'' are left behind, and destroyed by an inbound Raider Squadron ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries]]").

An additional small caravan of civilian ships, led by the transport ''[[Scylla]]'', are able to survive on their own for a few weeks after the attacks. The Cylons are the first to find them, and are able to destroy a handful of ships, however they manage to escape. Their downfall comes after being found by the ''Pegasus''. Cain strips the ships of crucial parts, abducts many of the civilians for service aboard ''Pegasus'', and leaves the rest to their fates ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

==Rendezvous at Ragnar==
:''Main article: [[Battle of Ragnar Anchorage]]''
''Galactica'' successfully completes its jump to Ragnar, despite not having made an FTL jump in over 20 years. the ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> crew immediately sets out to re-arm the ship, not wasting time. However, the specialists run into a sickly looking man pointing a rifle at them. As the CO is questioning him, a fallen charge detonates, trapping the two behind a now fused hatch. As the two seek an alternate route back to the ship, Adama's First War experiences, and the man's remarks reveal his true nature: he is a Cylon. The radiation surrounding the station has affected his silica pathways which leave him dying a slow and permanent death, however, Adama soon finishes the job after the Cylon, [[Number Two|Leoben]], is able to throw Adama to the ground. Conoy's body is transferred to the ''Galactica'' for further study.

Meanwhile, the civilian fleet arrives in orbit of Ragnar, giving the crew of ''Galactica'' a slight scare as they move down through the cloud layers. President Roslin comes aboard and asks for ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> protection, a notion Adama later strikes down, still hoping and preferring to take the battlestar into combat, until he realizes the Cylons followed them to Ragnar, and are now waiting for them to re-emerge from the gas giant. After deliberating with the President and his executive officer, [[Saul Tigh]], Adama orders the fleet to prep for a jump to the [[Prolmar Sector]], far beyond the [[Red Line]], where he hopes the civilians will be safe.

''Galactica'' is able to emerge from the cover of Ragnar's atmosphere long enough to calculate a jump, [[Battle of Ragnar Anchorage|and defend the fleet as they jump away]]. Just as the Cylons are sending in a new wave of Raiders, the battlestar recovers its birds, and jumps to join the fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries]]").

==Aftermath==
While ''Galactica'' and its fleet are momentarily able to escape the Anchorage, they are constantly tracked by the Cylons who jump to the fleet's location every 33 minutes. This incurs a cat and mouse game that lasts a few weeks after the Cylons attacked, and the Colonials are unable to figure out why, until one ship in the fleet fails to make the rendezvous at an emergency jump location. The ''[[Olympic Carrier]]'' is nowhere to be seen, and is presumed to have been left behind, until approx 35 minutes after the last jump, the ship reappears, to everyone's joy. However, Adama quickly orders action stations, and wants the CAP to isolate the ship. Soon after jumping back, the passenger liner makes a move for the fleet, triggering radiological alarms. The ship is shot down by [[Lee Adama]] shortly after, and the Cylon pursuit comes to an end ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

The Cylons choose to occupy the Colonies for up to nine months after the attacks. During that time, they start removing the bodies left behind, and attempt to capture healthy females for experimentation in farms. Other models choose to replant cities, and run normal lives much as the Colonials did before the attacks ([[TRS]]: "[[Downloaded]]"). This experiment failed, and the Cylons abandoned the Colonies shortly after.

Some surviving Colonials even waged successful resistance movements on Caprica, led by Sam Anders of the C-Bucks ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The resistance ends when the survivors are evacuated to the fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Overall, the attacks are a success and a failure at the same time; as a Cavil later remarked, they "had their foot on the throat of humanity" but "failed to step down hard enough." Also, the attacks failed to kill any of the Final Five as Cavil hoped it would do. Eventually, the Five were unknowingly reunited in the Fleet. Cavil gradually came to look upon the attacks as a "mistake" just as he was about to be flushed out of a ''Galactica'' airlock. Four years later, the surviving Colonials would [[Battle of the Colony|launch a direct assault on the heart of Cylon society]], before settling [[Earth (RDM)|a newly discovered planet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

== Related Imagery ==
<gallery perrow="7">
Image:Cylon Fleet Surrounding The Colony.png|Cylon fleet gathered around the [[The Colony|Colony]] before jumping to the Twelve Colonies
Image:Basestar FTL Jump The Plan.png|Basestars jumping in over the Colonies
Image:Cylon Fleet Surrounding Twelve Colonies.png|Cylon fleet surrounding the Twelve Colonies
Image:Battlestar Valkyrie The Plan.png|''Valkyrie'' among its sister ships above Caprica
Image:Valkyrie CNP Virus Transmission.png|Cylon commands being transmitted
Image:Battlestar Valkyrie CNP Hack.png|''Valkyrie'' after being disabled by the CNP's backdoors
Image:Basestars Entering Caprica Atmosphere.png|Basestars entering Colonial atmospheres
Image:Closeup Basestar Missle Launcher.png|Basestar prepares to launch nukes
Image:MIRV Spoilers Deployed.png|Cylon MIRV
Image:Individual MIRV Nukes.png|Individual nuclear warheads
Image:Impending Doom.png|Warheads deploy...
Image:Nuclear Detonation Colonial Destruction.png|...and detonate
Image:Nuclear Shockwave Expansion.png|Another view
Image:Terror On The Streets.png|Cylons wreak havoc on the surviving populace
Image:Complete Devastion.png|Destruction
Image:Glorious Demise.png|Caprica City, shortly before being struck with a 50 megaton nuclear device
Image:Death Nuclear Blast.png|Death from incineration

</gallery>

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Timeline - Caprica (RDM)

2013-03-01T19:45:27Z

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The following timeline includes the events of the series ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' and how they relate to its parent-series ''[[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Battlestar Galactica]]''. Some of the events listed in this timeline are speculative.

==''Caprica''==
===26YR===
* [[Daniel Graystone]] sells his new invention – the [[holoband]] – to [[MicroCap]] ([[CAP]]: "[[There is Another Sky]]").
* [[Zoe Graystone]] is born to [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and Daniel Graystone ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").

===27YR===
* '''Iuniores 4''': [[Heracles|Tad Thorean]] is born ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]").

===31YR===
* [[William "Willie" Adama]] is born to [[Shannon Adama|Shannon]] and [[Joseph Adama]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").

===32YR===
*The [[Soldiers of the One]] become dormant ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").

===41YR===
* '''Aprilus 9''': [[Ben Stark]] is caught out after curfew and interviewed by police regarding wires and detonates in his possession. The tape of the interview is mislabeled "Ben Starke."

===42YR===
* '''Ianuarius 23''': [[Train 23|Maglev No. 23]] is bombed by [[Ben Stark]], killing himself, Zoe Graystone, [[Tamara Adama]], Shannon Adama, and dozens of others ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 6''':
** Daniel Graystone meets Joseph Adama outside [[Caprica City Hall|City Hall]].
** [[Lacy Rand]] finds Zoe's avatar in the [[V-Club]].
** Daniel finds Lacy in Zoe's room ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 8''':
**Joseph represents a client in court before meeting his brother [[Sam Adama]] to accept payment from the [[Guatrau]].
** Daniel and [[Cyrus Xander]] conduct a test of the [[U-87]], which fails miserably ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 9''': Daniel hacks into Zoe's e-sheet and finds Zoe's avatar in the V-Club, but is thrown out of v-world when he follows her ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 10''':
** Joseph takes William to school.
** Amanda is visited at work by [[Global Defense Department]] agent [[Jordan Duram]], who suggests that Zoe may have been involved in the bombing of Maglev No. 23 ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 11''':
** Daniel persuades Lacy to take him to Zoe's avatar in the V-Club, then forcibly downloads the avatar onto his home computer.
** the Guatrau instructs Joseph to deliver a message to Caprican Defense Minister Val Chambers [[CAP]]: ("[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 12''':
** Agent Duram questions Lacy Rand and Clarice Willow regarding Zoe's involvement in the STO.
** Daniel, Joseph, and Willie attend a C-Bucs pyramid game, after which Daniel mentions the possibility of Joseph seeing Tamara again ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 13''':
** Daniel scans Joseph into v-world and explains how Zoe and Tamara might be resurrected as avatars.
**Joseph declares Daniel insane, but Daniel still asks Joseph to arrange for the theft of a [[meta-cognitive processor]] chip from [[Tomas Vergis]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 14''':
** Daniel delivers breakfast in bed to Amanda.
** Joseph asks Sam to arrange the MCP theft.
** Joseph informs Chambers that the Guatrau does not condone his political actions, which are detrimental to the Ha'la'tha, but Chambers insults Joseph before dismissing him.
** Sam visits the Chambers residence at night and assassinates the Defense Minister ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 15''':
** Lacy confesses her involvement with the STO to Clarice, and learns that Clarice also belongs to the STO.
** Daniel uses Zoe's program to create an avatar of Tamara [[CAP]]: ("[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
** the MCP is stolen from the Vergis Corporation, and two Vergis employees are murdered in the process ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]").
* '''Februarius 16''':
** Joseph delivers the MCP to Daniel.
** Joseph enters v-world to meet Tamara's avatar, but she panics when she cannot feel her heartbeat, and Joseph declares the entire project an abomination ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 17''':
** Daniel downloads Zoe's avatar into the MCP and installs it into the U-87.
** the avatar briefly communicates with Daniel through the U-87 before the datastream breaks down, and Daniel discovers that Zoe's avatar is gone from v-world.
** Joseph tells Willie that he was named after his grandfather William, who died in the [[Tauron Civil War]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 19''':
** Daniel stages an enormously successful demonstration of the U-87 for Caprican Defense Secretary [[Joan Leyte]], and coins the term [[Cylons_(RDM)|"Cylon]]".
** Zoe's avatar latar contacts Lacy from within the U-87 ([[CAP]]: "[[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]").
* '''Februarius 21''':
** Cyrus and Daniel realize that the U-87 prototype and the MCP chip have bonded in a way that cannot be reproduced with any other robotic unit, and Daniel orders the U-87 prototype sent to his home lab for study.
** Amanda watches home movies of Zoe.
** Clarice invites Lacy to lunch at her home on Saturday.
** Zoe's avatar tells Lacy not to tell Clarice about her existence ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").
* '''Februarius 22''':
** Daniel and Amanda attend the Buccaneers/Stallions pyramid game.
** Joseph accidentally drives to Tamara's school when he tries to pick up Willie.
** Philomon and Drew pack up the U-87 for delivery to the Graystone residence.
** Joseph returns home to find Willie, as well as an invitation to a memorial service for the Maglev No. 23 victims.
** Agent Duram visits Amanda to inquire about Ben Stark, and discovers that Amanda did not know Zoe had a boyfriend.
** the U-87 tries to break free while in transit, and Philo calms it.
** during dinner, Joseph experiences a hallucination of Tamara at the table.
** Philo and Drew deliver the U-87 to the Graystone residence, and the robot bites off one of Drew's fingers ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").
* '''Februarius 23''' (''Saturday''):
** Amanda visits Lacy at her home and learns that Zoe intended to find a new family on Gemenon.
** Daniel and Philo discuss the uniqueness of the U-87 prototype.
** while Sam takes Willie to Little Tauron, he takes a call before heading to a business where he smashes a window, and Sam and Willie get arrested.
** Lacy visits Clarice's family for lunch, and Clarice prods Lacy for information about Zoe's computer work.
** Daniel and Amanda argue about going to the memorial, but Daniel agrees to go if Amanda wants to.
** Sam and Willie are released from custody, and Willie returns home where Joseph questions his absence from school.
** Clarice visits an opium den.
** Zoe contacts Lacy, and Lacy visits the Graystone residence to see the U-87 ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").
* '''Februarius 24''':
** Daniel and Amanda attend the memorial ceremony.
** Amanda meets Ben's mother Natalie Stark, who gives Amanda a package of Zoe's possessions, including an Infinity pin.
** Joseph finds Daniel, and demands to see Tamara's avatar again.
** Amanda realizes that Zoe belonged to the STO, and announces to the crowd at the memorial ceremony that her daughter was responsible for the bombing of Maglev No. 23 ([[CAP]]: "[[Rebirth]]").
* '''Februarius 25''': Amanda resigns her position at [[Caprica General Hospital]].
* '''Februarius 26''': Lacy is targeted by fellow students at the Athenian Academy.
* '''Februarius 27''':
** Daniel works out at the [[Red Gloves Gym]] and discusses talk-show host [[Baxter Sarno]] with Cyrus.
** Outside the Gym, Daniel is accosted by Sam and Joseph, who demands to see Tamara again.
** Willie cuts school to spend time with Sam at [[Goldie's Off Track Betting]].
* '''Februarius 28''':
** Graystone Industries suffers as public opinion turns against holoband and v-world.
** Joseph is berated by a judge for not personally delivering a bribe on behalf of [[Plexico Amarcord]].
** Clarice tries to convince Lacy to tell her about Zoe's work.
** Daniel and Amanda discuss her public announcement of Zoe's STO affiliation.
* '''Martius 1''':
** GDD director [[Gara Singh]] berates Duram's partner for having interviewed and released Ben Stark a year before the bombing.
** Duram and his partner leak to the press the fact that "bureaucratic red tape" is preventing a search of the Graystone residence.
* '''Martius 2''':
** Zoe wirelessly interfaces the U-87 with v-world and visits Lacy in v-world, telling Lacy not to trust Clarice.
** Zoe and Lacy find Tamara's avatar and help her escape into the virtual world.
* '''Martius 3''':
** Cyrus and [[Priyah Magnus]] try to convince Daniel to appear on Sarno's show to defend his company, v-world, and holobands.
** Tamara parts ways with Zoe and Lacy in v-world, and Zoe instructs Lacy to find [[Keon Gatwick]] to get the U-87 to [[Gemenon]].
** Clarice discusses her search for Zoe's avatar with Alvo.
* '''Martius 4''':
** Lacy convinces Keon to help her with Zoe's plan.
** Daniel takes Joseph back to v-world, but they are unable to find Tamara's avatar.
** Daniel sees news of the bad publicity against the Graystones, and calls Priyah to have her book him ''[[Backtalk with Baxter Sarno|Backtalk]]'' the next night.
** Joseph asks Sam to murder Amanda Graystone in reprisal for Shannon's death ([[CAP]]: "[[Reins of a Waterfall]]").
* '''Martius 5''':
** an empty [[Holo Cafe|holocafe]] is bombed.
** Clarice receives a warning that the Athenian Academy will be raided, and alerts Keon, who clears bomb materials out of his locker.
** Agent Duram leads GDD agents on a fruitless raid of the Academy.
** Sam monitors Amanda from across the lake on the Graystone's property.
** Philo runs diagnostics on the U-87.
** Willie cuts school again and returns home, and his grandmother prompts him to decide what he wants to do with his life.
** Agent Duram leads a raid on the Graystone residence, and the GDD confiscates everything in Zoe's room.
** Lacy finds Keon at a mechanics shop and persuades him to contact STO operative Barnabas.
** Agent Duram gets authorization to confiscate Academy students' e-sheets and communications.
** Daniel appears on ''Backtalk'', debating the morality of v-world with Sarno.
** Amanda storms the stage in defense of her daughter.
** Daniel concedes that v-world has adverse moral implications.
** Clarice learns that Daniel interacted with a virtual avatar of Zoe after her death.
** Ruth tells Joseph that Shannon and Tamara cannot rest in death until they are avenged, insisting that she could murder Amanda herself.
** Daniel vows that Graystone Industries will not longer profit from v-world or the holobands.
** Sam poses as a driver for the studio, and offers to drive Amanda home after the show.
** Sam detours through Little Tauron with Amanda, indicating that he lost his sister-in-law and niece in the Maglev bombing.
** Joseph tries to contact Sam in order to call off the murder, but cannot reach him.
** Sam returns to Joseph's house and, after recounting the details of a horrific murder, admits that he dropped Amanda Graystone off, safe but scared, at her house because he knew that Joseph would not go through the murder.
** Daniel and Amanda discuss Zoe, and decide not to watch their own interview on ''Backtalk'' ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]").
* '''Martius 7''':
** Cyrus tells Daniel that Graystone Industries' Board of Directors are holding a meeting to decide whether to replace Daniel as CEO.
** Willie cuts school again to spend time with Sam at Goldie's Off Track Betting.
** Joseph gets a call from Willie's principal informing him that Willie hasn't attended school in a week.
** Joseph drives to Goldier's to bring Willie home ([[CAP]]: "[[There is Another Sky]]").
* '''Martius 8''':
** Daniel attends the Board's meeting with the U-87 prototype, claiming that holobands and v-world are no longer worth the investment, and that the artificially sentient Cylons are the future of Graystone Industries.
** the Board votes to keep Daniel as CEO.
* '''Martius 9''': Joseph takes Willie fishing, but a nearby group of teenagers make racist comments until Willie attacks one of them, beating him viciously.
* '''Martius 11''':
** Joseph and Willie perform the Tauron Death Rites so that Shannon and Tamara can rest in peace.
** afterwards, Joseph gets a visit from Tad Thorean, who believes that Tamara has fallen asleep with her holoband on.
** Joseph informs Tad that Tamara is dead, and Tad flees ([[CAP]]: "[[There is Another Sky]]").
* '''Martius 13''':
** Daniel and Amanda attend a fundraiser, where [[Tomas Vergis]] corners Daniel, revealing that two of his friends and employees were killed during the MCP theft.
** Joseph buys a holoband from Emptor Electronics, but cannot get beyond the user menus of v-world.
** Daniel and Cyrus discuss their acquisition of the MCP, and agree that Daniel should meet with Vergis again.
** Daniel meets with Joseph first to discern who else might have known about the MCP theft ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]").
* '''Martius 14''':
** another empty holocafe is bombed.
** Clarice is given a swipe-drive, that can wirelessly steal data from any computer, by her husband.
** Clarice calls Amanda, claiming to have books of Zoe's that she would like to return, in order to visit the Graystone residence.
** Joseph is assured by Sam that nothing can connect them to the MCP theft.
** Daniel meets Vergis for lunch, and Vergis offers him 300-million cubits to purchase C-Bucs.
** Clarice visits Amanda to talk about Zoe, and Amanda shows Clarice the U-87, during which Clarice uses the swipe-drive to steal the data from Daniel's computer.
** Philo checks his v-match profile and finds no interested women.
** Keon meets with Barnabas to arrange Lacy's meeting ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]").
* '''Martius 15''':
** Clarice updates Alvo on her progress.
** Daniel and Cyrus discuss Vergis's offer.
** Zoe interfaces with the computer to send a message to Philo's v-match.
** Philo meets Zoe, under the alias of "Rachel," in v-world for a date.
** Vergis appears on ''Backtalk'' ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]").

===42-47YR===
*Joseph Adama marries his assistant [[Evelyn Adama|Evelyn]]. They bear a son, [[William Adama|William "Bill" Adama]].
*Cylons are integrated into Colonial society.
*Clarice Williow proselytizes [[God (RDM)|God]] to the Cylons in v-world.
*Lacy Rand has assumed the role of the [[Mother|Blessed Mother]].
* Zoe corresponds with the [[Final Five]] in v-world. They teach her the means of constructing an artificial body.<ref>Although this encounter is not depicted onscreen, this was planned to be recounted in flashback had the show been renewed for a second season.[http://dvd.ign.com/articles/114/1140870p1.html]</ref> Zoe, aided by her parents, uses this information to be brought back into the real world as the first "[[humanoid Cylon|skin job]]" in the Twelve Colonies. ([[CAP]]: "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]")

==''Battlestar Galactica''==
===48YR===
* The Cylons revolt against humanity and launch the [[Cylon War|First Cylon War]].

===50YR===
* The [[Galactica (RDM)|Battlestar ''Galactica'']] is built ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries, Night 1|BSG Miniseries]]").

===60YR===
* The Cylons abandon the Colonies to find their own home world, ending the First Cylon War.

===100YR===
* The Cylons return, and [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Twelve Colonies fall]].

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The Twelve Colonies of Kobol

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** [[Aquaria (RDM)|Aquaria]] - An arctic world, with the most inclined orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
{{mainarticle|History of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
{{mainarticle|Fall of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
{{mainarticle|Aerilon}}
[[Image:ColonialColors7.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in Hestia's leading (L4) libratian point in the Helios Delta system.

About all of the planet's landmasses are situated in the temperate zones, featuring open and rolling landscapes offering little variation in altitude. There are few inland waterways, and the shorelines consist mostly of rocky bluffs with only mangrove swamps breaking the monotomy near the equador. To top it the planet offers hostile seas with no useful harbors at its coasts.

Aerilon has a mild climate and reliable seasons, with plentiful rain so catch basins and wells are sufficiently filled so fresh water is readily available despite the lack of rivers and lakes.

==Aquaria==
{{mainarticle|Aquaria (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors12.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aquaria]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria, the outermost planet in the Helios Delta system, follows a highly inclined orbit around its sun, establishing an arctic climate on this world. The planet's summer lasts only a few pleasant weeks around the time of closest approach to Helios Delta.

The planet surface is about entirely covered by vast, frigid oceans, punctuated with violently erupting volcanoes breaking through the sea surface. Only one land mass, named Kyros, is large enough to sustain human habitation. Volcanoes occupy each end of this crescent-shaped continent, which consist mostly of volcanic tephra covered in moss and dotted by exotic native plantlife.

Most people live in Heim, a town at the centre of the island facing what would be the harbor if the seas weren't so frigid. Only a few people live outside the town, tending the infrastructure needed for survival, like windmills, hydroponics, and solar panels. Due to the lack of wood, most structures are made of tin or stone.

==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live.
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
{{mainarticle|Sagittaron}}
[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
{{mainarticle|Tauron (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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Aerilon

2013-02-27T21:44:26Z

Geo: Switched three references to a note at the start of the page.

: ''For the version of this colony depicted in the [[List of Comics#Dynamite Comics|Dynamite Comics]], see: [[Aerilon (alternate)]].'' [[Image:ColonialColors7.png|100px|thumb|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]
: ''Note: some of the information below is taken from [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]

'''Aerilon''' was primarily an agricultural world, known as the "food basket" of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]]. <br>Despite this, Aerilon was considered to be one of the poorest Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). Aerilon also <br>had [[tylium]] mines, and Promethea, one of the larger cities on the planet, was founded as a mining town (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'', deleted scenes). Its capital city was Gaoth.

== Government ==

Aerilon's government goes on record as unwilling to support social infrastructures like health care, education, or anything that could be relied upon by the people. On the other hand, Aerilonians seem to accept that the police has remarkably broad powers to detain, imprison, and even torture people on the slightest pretext.

== Economy ==

While Aerilon's soil isn't very fertile and requires intensive cultivation to achieve plentiful harvests, it was primarily an agricultural world. The capital, Gaoth, started as a prairietown on intersecting cattle trails and houses Aerilon's prime educational institution, the University of Aerilon. The mining boomtown of Promothea, situated at the edge of the Badlands, is home to a second university named Promethea A&M. (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'', deleted scenes)

== History ==

Fifteen people died when President [[Richard Adar]], for reasons unexplained, sent the [[Colonial Marine Corps|Marines]] to Aerilon ([[TRS]]: "[[Water]]").

== Culture ==

While imprisoned on ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', [[Gaius Baltar]] talks extensively about Aerilon, confirming that it, not [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], was his birth world. He imitates the speech mannerisms of a stereotypical native, a farmer who likes to work with his hands, and "go down to the pub for a pint"<ref>Baltar's use of the term "pub" and "pint" suggest that Aerilon's culture is reminiscent of that of the workers of Ireland, Scotland or England. Baltar's use of a unit of liquid measurement called a "[[jp]]" in the episode "[[Water]]" and "pint" suggests that the Colonials may have several units of liquid volume. The term "pint" is also a nickname for a glass of beer, which often is measured in Imperial pints.</ref> and have a fight at the end of the night. In doing this, Baltar puts on a strong [[Language in the Twelve Colonies#Aerilon Accent|raspy "Aerilon" accent]] <ref>Actor [[James Callis]], who normally speaks in his own native accent, adopted an accent similar to a Yorkshire accent for Baltar's "native Aerilon."</ref> ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). Other basic rules for Aerilonian arts apply. Music should be simple enough to hum during a fistfight, and go about farming, hunting, or hunting on a farm. Paintings should be in primary colors, and depict family members, heroic men, or cattle. Sculpture is also frowned upon, unless it is made by hand, out of wood, with a pocket knife, and results in a pointed weapon.

== Other ==

[[Image:lest_we_forget.jpg|thumb|right|150px|The only [[Lest We Forget|visual depiction]] of Aerilon.]]
*The professional [[Pyramid (RDM)|Pyramid]] team from Aerilon played against the [[Caprica Buccaneers]] in one of the last games before the Cylon attack. They apparently won ([[TRS]]: "[[Resistance (episode)|Resistance]]").
*A [[Lest We Forget|photo of a grief-stricken soldier]] staring out at the ruins of Aerilon's capital hangs behind President Roslin's desk and on the bulkhead of a [[pilot ready rooms|pilot ready room]] on ''Galactica''. The pilots touch the photo for luck and in a sign of respect as they leave the room. This photo of Aerilon gives viewers one of the few visual depictions of life on a colony other than Caprica.
*Aerilon Crystal table salt is used by [[Racetrack]] in the [[Salt Line Ceremony]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Exodus, Part I]]").
*Aerilonians boost the fact that several of the Colonies' greatest artists, writers, and statesman came from the planet. That every single one of them had to leave Aerilon to achieve anything seems entirely beside the point.

===Natives===
*[[Saul Tigh]] (alleged, actually a [[humanoid Cylon]])
*[[Sekou Hamilton]], presumed, as he is an editor of the ''Aerilon Gazette'' ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").
*[[Socinus]], presumed, as he has an [[:Image:SocinusTatoo KLGp1.JPG|tattoo]] of the zodiac sign of Aries on his arm ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]", [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 1 (RDM)#Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I|deleted scene]]).
*[[Gaius Baltar]], who left for the more sophisticated [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] after his eighteenth birthday, turning his back on his family and heritage.
*[[Alisander Asiel]], Aerilon's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] ([[TRS]]: "Colonial Day").
*[[Coker Fasjovik]], a Colonial flight officer during the [[Cylon War]]. (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'')

===Publications===
*''[[Aerilon Gazette]]''

===Locations===
* [[Cuffle's Breath Wash]]
* [[Euclid River]]
* Promethea
* Gaoth

== Notes==
*The spelling of this colony is sometimes inconsistent in the Re-imagined Series' official cast and crew notes and episode content, in the same way that the [[Original Series]] had inconsistent spellings of "Centurion" and "Centurian". The colony is spelled "Aerilon" in the episodes "[[Home, Part I]]" and "[[The Son Also Rises]]" in official Colonial documentation, as well as placards from "[[Colonial Day]]" and various [[Season 4]] episodes. Further research into this has lead Battlestar Wiki to choose the more prevalent spelling that appears on various props in the series, as well as spellings from the scripts: "Aerilon".
*[[Socrata Thrace]] and [[Galen Tyrol]] pronounce the name as "Air-lon", while Baltar pronounces it "Air-e-lon".

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Aerilon

2013-02-27T21:37:23Z

Geo: Added info from "'Beyond Caprica - a visitor's guide'"

: ''For the version of this colony depicted in the [[List of Comics#Dynamite Comics|Dynamite Comics]], see: [[Aerilon (alternate)]].'' [[Image:ColonialColors7.png|100px|thumb|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]

'''Aerilon''' was primarily an agricultural world, known as the "food basket" of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]]. <br>Despite this, Aerilon was considered to be one of the poorest Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). Aerilon also <br>had [[tylium]] mines, and Promethea, one of the larger cities on the planet, was founded as a mining town (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'', deleted scenes). Its capital city was Gaoth.

== Government ==

Aerilon's government goes on record as unwilling to support social infrastructures like health care, education, or anything that could be relied upon by the people. On the other hand, Aerilonians seem to accept that the police has remarkably broad powers to detain, imprison, and even torture people on the slightest pretext.<ref>As mentioned in [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]</ref>

== Economy ==

While Aerilon's soil isn't very fertile and requires intensive cultivation to achieve plentiful harvests, it was primarily an agricultural world. The capital, Gaoth, started as a prairietown on intersecting cattle trails and houses Aerilon's prime educational institution, the University of Aerilon. The mining boomtown of Promothea, situated at the edge of the Badlands, is home to a second university named Promethea A&M. (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'', deleted scenes)

== History ==

Fifteen people died when President [[Richard Adar]], for reasons unexplained, sent the [[Colonial Marine Corps|Marines]] to Aerilon ([[TRS]]: "[[Water]]").

== Culture ==

While imprisoned on ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', [[Gaius Baltar]] talks extensively about Aerilon, confirming that it, not [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], was his birth world. He imitates the speech mannerisms of a stereotypical native, a farmer who likes to work with his hands, and "go down to the pub for a pint"<ref>Baltar's use of the term "pub" and "pint" suggest that Aerilon's culture is reminiscent of that of the workers of Ireland, Scotland or England. Baltar's use of a unit of liquid measurement called a "[[jp]]" in the episode "[[Water]]" and "pint" suggests that the Colonials may have several units of liquid volume. The term "pint" is also a nickname for a glass of beer, which often is measured in Imperial pints.</ref> and have a fight at the end of the night. In doing this, Baltar puts on a strong [[Language in the Twelve Colonies#Aerilon Accent|raspy "Aerilon" accent]] <ref>Actor [[James Callis]], who normally speaks in his own native accent, adopted an accent similar to a Yorkshire accent for Baltar's "native Aerilon."</ref> ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). Other basic rules for Aerilonian arts apply. Music should be simple enough to hum during a fistfight, and go about farming, hunting, or hunting on a farm. Paintings should be in primary colors, and depict family members, heroic men, or cattle. Sculpture is also frowned upon, unless it is made by hand, out of wood, with a pocket knife, and results in a pointed weapon.<ref>As mentioned in [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]</ref>

== Other ==

[[Image:lest_we_forget.jpg|thumb|right|150px|The only [[Lest We Forget|visual depiction]] of Aerilon.]]
*The professional [[Pyramid (RDM)|Pyramid]] team from Aerilon played against the [[Caprica Buccaneers]] in one of the last games before the Cylon attack. They apparently won ([[TRS]]: "[[Resistance (episode)|Resistance]]").
*A [[Lest We Forget|photo of a grief-stricken soldier]] staring out at the ruins of Aerilon's capital hangs behind President Roslin's desk and on the bulkhead of a [[pilot ready rooms|pilot ready room]] on ''Galactica''. The pilots touch the photo for luck and in a sign of respect as they leave the room. This photo of Aerilon gives viewers one of the few visual depictions of life on a colony other than Caprica.
*Aerilon Crystal table salt is used by [[Racetrack]] in the [[Salt Line Ceremony]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Exodus, Part I]]").
*Aerilonians boost the fact that several of the Colonies' greatest artists, writers, and statesman came from the planet. That every single one of them had to leave Aerilon to achieve anything seems entirely beside the point.<ref>As mentioned in [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]</ref>

===Natives===
*[[Saul Tigh]] (alleged, actually a [[humanoid Cylon]])
*[[Sekou Hamilton]], presumed, as he is an editor of the ''Aerilon Gazette'' ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").
*[[Socinus]], presumed, as he has an [[:Image:SocinusTatoo KLGp1.JPG|tattoo]] of the zodiac sign of Aries on his arm ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]", [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 1 (RDM)#Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I|deleted scene]]).
*[[Gaius Baltar]], who left for the more sophisticated [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] after his eighteenth birthday, turning his back on his family and heritage.
*[[Alisander Asiel]], Aerilon's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] ([[TRS]]: "Colonial Day").
*[[Coker Fasjovik]], a Colonial flight officer during the [[Cylon War]]. (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'')

===Publications===
*''[[Aerilon Gazette]]''

===Locations===
* [[Cuffle's Breath Wash]]
* [[Euclid River]]
* Promethea
* Gaoth

== Notes==
*The spelling of this colony is sometimes inconsistent in the Re-imagined Series' official cast and crew notes and episode content, in the same way that the [[Original Series]] had inconsistent spellings of "Centurion" and "Centurian". The colony is spelled "Aerilon" in the episodes "[[Home, Part I]]" and "[[The Son Also Rises]]" in official Colonial documentation, as well as placards from "[[Colonial Day]]" and various [[Season 4]] episodes. Further research into this has lead Battlestar Wiki to choose the more prevalent spelling that appears on various props in the series, as well as spellings from the scripts: "Aerilon".
*[[Socrata Thrace]] and [[Galen Tyrol]] pronounce the name as "Air-lon", while Baltar pronounces it "Air-e-lon".

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Sagittaron

2013-02-27T20:58:43Z

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'''Sagittaron'''<ref>The colony's name, Sagittaron, was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to "Sagittaron" when the regular series began.</ref> is a colony located within the star system Cyrannus and is one of the [[Twelve Colonies of Kobol]], it is noted to be one of the poorer colonies due to centuries of exploitation. The Sagittaron capital is the city of Tawa ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]]).<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

== Geography and Climate ==

[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|left|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]

The planet's land masses are profoundly mountainous in nature, with hundreds of isolated valleys dotted amongst them. Of note is the river Acheron, winding through the mountain ranges for perhaps over a thousand miles, finally finding its way to the sea through a delta at which end lies an active volcano several kilometer offcoast.

The capital Tawa is situated about a thousand miles inland where two rivers flow into a confluence, either merging to form the Acheron, or joining the main stem of the river. It is a city of marvelous temples and egg-shaped storage structures as a precaution for flooding and storms.

The climate in Sagittaron's fertile valleys is said to be agreeable, something that cannot be told about the mountain trails connecting them, which experience difficult weather circumstances and become impassable during winter, isolating the communities during this time of year.<ref>As mentioned in [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]</ref>

== History ==

Sagittarons endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"), leading to the colony becoming one of the poorest ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

This continued even during [[Articles of Colonization|unified Colonial rule]], so that eventually [[Tom Zarek]] of the [[S.F.M.]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the fall of the Colonies. One of these acts include blowing up a government building ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). Under Sagittaron penal law, convicted felons lose their citizenship, but have it automatically reinstated after they finish serving their sentences. This included the right to vote and to stand for election ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").
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== Culture ==

The Sagittarons practice a form of the [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Colonial religion]] that can trace its roots back for at least 1,000 years. Like the [[Gemenon|Gemenese]], they developed a staunch religious stance but with possibly a greater emphasis on traditional folk practice than scripture. They view medicine as "an abomination, a sin against the gods," and instead use charms and natural remedies to promote health, such as the [[soma braid]] or the [[burdock root]]. This stubbornness and their perceived backwards nature has led to a bitter dislike by members of the other Colonies. During the Second Exodus, the bitterness is reinforced by the fact that many Sagittarons on [[New Caprica]] did not help to fight the Cylons, suggesting that the Sagittarons are also pacifists by nature.

They are strong adherents of [[Wikipedia:herbalism|herbal medicine]] and reject much of modern medicine, which has lead to derogatory terms such as "stubborn rootsucking jackasses". Dr. [[Michael Robert]] expresses skepticism about its effectiveness, however his statement implies that there has not been any serious research on the subject. Many Sagittarons wear [[soma braid]]s around their wrists, believing it will bring them health.

Given the long history of exploitation and persecution of Sagittaron, their rejection of modern medicine and distrust of the military may have a common source. Dualla, who is a Sagittaron herself, describes her people as "paranoid, pigheaded, and argumentative" ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

== Trivia ==

*In the [[Tomb of Athena]], the statue of an archer representing the leader of the tribe of Sagittarius, is missing its arrow. The [[Arrow of Apollo]] is placed on the statue, which activates a hologram that gives the Fleet its first waypoint to the location of [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").
*[[William Adama]]'s old [[Viper 7242|Viper Mark II]] is found on a salvage yard on Sagittaron, and later rebuilt as a gift from his [[deckhand]]s to the retiring battlestar commander ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries, Night 1]]").
*Sagittaron had 5,251 natives residing in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] after their colony's destruction ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
*[[Priyah Magnus]]
*Lieutenant [[Anastasia Dualla]]
*[[Tom Zarek]], Vice President and former Sagittaron representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*[[Valance]]
*[[Leon Grimes]]
*[[Portia King]] and her son, [[Willie King]]
*Mr. [[Buckminster]]
*[[Jacob Cantrell]], Sagittaron's last representative on the Quorum.

==In Other Continuities==

Sagittaron is depicted differently (and extensively) in [[Dynamite Comics]]'s comic series that focus on the life of [[Tom Zarek]] before and leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. See [[Sagittaron (alternate)]] for details.

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Orion class battlestar

2013-02-24T21:17:42Z

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| title= ''Orion'' class battlestar
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= 150, minus pilot complement
| role= Battleship, carrier, planetary defense
| weapons= At least 12 primary [[Battery|gun turrets]], 32 [[KEW#Point_defense_guns|point defense batteries]], nuclear, missiles, small [[Viper Mark III|Viper]] and [[Raptor|Raptor]] complement
| status= Active circa 42 BCH. Current status unknown.
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The '''''Orion'' class [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]]''' was first developed and deployed sometime before or during the First [[Cylon War]]. The ''Orion'' class is also know as a "Pocket Battlestar" or "Half-Pint" and appears among the smaller ships in the Colonial Fleet, dwarfed even by the ''[[Valkyrie Type Battlestar|Valkyrie]]'' type. It is to date the smallest battlestar class seen.

When compared to her larger counterparts, this class is generally more maneuverable, however, it is not considered a match for a [[Basestar_(TRS)#Cylon_War-era_basestars|Cylon basestar]].

== Design ==

''Orion'' class battlestars feature a unique reflective metallic hull which acts as an inhibitor to Cylon DRADIS, and can operate in "stealth mode" within detection range for a short period without being seen.

It featured four large sub-light engines, two of which are attached in separate housings off the main hull, and numerous RCS thrusters at key points. A landing bay is also accessible from the rear.

Furthermore, it is also unique in that it features a large conning tower on top of the main hull, and a large dual antenna array on the ventral back of the ship, taking away from the usual streamlined look of Colonial vessels. This possibly also prevents ships of this class from operating intra-atmosphere.

The underside of the main hull has a large landing bay and Viper launch tubes, housing a small contingent of Vipers and Raptors.

== Weaponry ==

Ships of this class are moderately armed, with at least 32 point defense batteries, 12 primary gun turrets, multiple missile launch tubes, along with a handful Vipers and Raptors. Despite this, they are generally unable to stand alone in battle and are easily overwhelmed by the larger Cylon capital ships. Compared with a basestar, the Viper complement is outnumbered ten to one by Raiders.

This class appears to feature little defensive armor, possibly a trade-off for the stealth capabilities of the reflective hull, and are easily penetrated by Cylon missile barrages.

== Capabilities ==

The full capabilities of this class are unknown, but appear to be similar to that of a submarine. They appear capable of conducting covert operations behind enemy lines, and support of planetary defense in coordination with their assigned Battlestar Group.

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The Twelve Colonies of Kobol

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** [[Aquaria (RDM)|Aquaria]] - An arctic world, with the most inclined orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
{{mainarticle|History of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
{{mainarticle|Fall of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
{{mainarticle|Aerilon}}
[[Image:ColonialColors7.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in the L4 Lagrangian point. Aerilon's capital was Gaoth.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The mannerisms of Aerilon's natives were considered rough and rude, at least by [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprican]] standards. The people of this world also spoke with a distinctive accent that was quite hard to cover up ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

One of the very last [[Pyramid (RDM) | Pyramid]] games occurred on Aerilon, right before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Resistance]]"). A [[Lest We Forget|photograph]], showcasing the destruction of Aerilon's capital, Gaoth, becomes one of the most memorable documents of the Fall of the Twelve Colonies within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", deleted scene).

=== Natives ===
* [[Gaius Baltar | Gaius]] and [[Julius Baltar]]
* [[Sherry Bennett]]
* [[Sekou Hamilton]]
* [[Socinus]]

=== Notes ===
* On some occasions this colony's name was also spelled '''Aerelon'''. Battlestar Wiki uses the more commonly found '''Aerilon'''. There is a similar discrepancy in the pronunciation of the colony's name.
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==Aquaria==
{{mainarticle|Aquaria (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors12.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aquaria]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria, the outermost planet in the Helios Delta system, follows a highly inclined orbit around its sun, establishing an arctic climate on this world. The planet's summer lasts only a few pleasant weeks around the time of closest approach to Helios Delta.

The planet surface is about entirely covered by vast, frigid oceans, punctuated with violently erupting volcanoes breaking through the sea surface. Only one land mass, named Kyros, is large enough to sustain human habitation. Volcanoes occupy each end of this crescent-shaped continent, which consist mostly of volcanic tephra covered in moss and dotted by exotic native plantlife.

Most people live in Heim, a town at the centre of the island facing what would be the harbor if the seas weren't so frigid. Only a few people live outside the town, tending the infrastructure needed for survival, like windmills, hydroponics, and solar panels. Due to the lack of wood, most structures are made of tin or stone.

==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live.
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
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[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
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[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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The Twelve Colonies of Kobol

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Geo: /* Aquaria */ Splitted the info on Aquaria in two parts - astronomy and geography here, the rest in the main article (see link on top of the section)..

:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** Aquaria - The coldest colony, with the most eccentric orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
{{mainarticle|History of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
{{mainarticle|Fall of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
{{mainarticle|Aerilon}}
[[Image:ColonialColors7.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in the L4 Lagrangian point. Aerilon's capital was Gaoth.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The mannerisms of Aerilon's natives were considered rough and rude, at least by [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprican]] standards. The people of this world also spoke with a distinctive accent that was quite hard to cover up ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

One of the very last [[Pyramid (RDM) | Pyramid]] games occurred on Aerilon, right before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Resistance]]"). A [[Lest We Forget|photograph]], showcasing the destruction of Aerilon's capital, Gaoth, becomes one of the most memorable documents of the Fall of the Twelve Colonies within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", deleted scene).

=== Natives ===
* [[Gaius Baltar | Gaius]] and [[Julius Baltar]]
* [[Sherry Bennett]]
* [[Sekou Hamilton]]
* [[Socinus]]

=== Notes ===
* On some occasions this colony's name was also spelled '''Aerelon'''. Battlestar Wiki uses the more commonly found '''Aerilon'''. There is a similar discrepancy in the pronunciation of the colony's name.
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==Aquaria==
{{mainarticle|Aquaria (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors12.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aquaria]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria, the outermost planet in the Helios Delta system, follows a highly inclined orbit around its sun, establishing an arctic climate on this world. The planet's summer lasts only a few pleasant weeks around the time of closest approach to Helios Delta.

The planet surface is about entirely covered by vast, frigid oceans, punctuated with violently erupting volcanoes breaking through the sea surface. Only one land mass, named Kyros, is large enough to sustain human habitation. Volcanoes occupy each end of this crescent-shaped continent, which consist mostly of volcanic tephra covered in moss and dotted by exotic native plantlife.

Most people live in Heim, a town at the centre of the island facing what would be the harbor if the seas weren't so frigid. Only a few people live outside the town, tending the infrastructure needed for survival, like windmills, hydroponics, and solar panels. Due to the lack of wood, most structures are made of tin or stone.

==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live.
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
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[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
{{mainarticle|Tauron (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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Aquaria

2013-02-24T16:35:30Z

Geo: Created a separate page of Aquaria, mostly with info from the "Beyond Caprica" travel guide.

[[Image:ColonialColors12.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aquaria]]
:''Note: Most of the information listed below is taken from both the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]], and [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]''

== History ==
Aquaria was founded as an utopian outpost for those unwilling to cope with social division of any kind, like religion, politics, or ethnicity. Nevertheless, its people have acquired a strong sense of independence and tolerance towards others, with the goal of developing a society where people can express their creativity to the utmost. Located beside the settlement is also a major geological research station, funded by other Colonies. Visiting scientists come here to learn more about Aquaria's oceans and the species living in it. The station owns the colony's high tech gear and only major space ship.

== Culture ==
In general, Aquarians are highly educated and amicable. Basic needs like food and shelter can be get by through a song, painting, or perhaps a good story. Because of its small population, individuals remain easily accountable when using this unique form of bartering, so normally the system works quite well. Of course, unresponsible die-hards can take advantage of the system, but are usually picked out and banished off-world by a simple two-third majority vote.
Of note is the annual summerfest, when up to half a million people visit the planet to indulge in arts like music, dance, theatre and epic poetry. When getting enough of culture for the day, simply passing the time with Kasta, a sort of Frisbee-like game played on Aquaria, is another possibility. Or go dine in one of the gourmet restaurants, and be served dishes based on moss whereon the local chefs spent generations to refine their recipes. Of course, these still taste like moss...

== Politics ==
Despite the lack of an official capital city, the government holds weekly community meetings that are open both to citizens and non-citizens. A majority of issues addressed are passed by majority vote, even the election of the colony's Prime Minister.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"]</ref>
The planet actually fields two flags: the official colonial one flown by the research station, and the local, Aquarian, flag showing a dark-blue field with two red stripes on each vertical edge. The field depicts a gold-edged white trident placed diagonally across it, with a star in the lower right corner, and an asterisk in the upper left.

Its first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] post-[[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall]] is [[Miksa Burian]], who votes for [[Tom Zarek]] in the vice-presidential elections ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").

== Notes ==
* On many occasions this colony's name was also spelled '''Aquarion'''. However, the name '''Aquaria''' was heard on screen during the Hybrid's monologue in "[[The Plan]]" and spoken by President Roslin when tallying the votes for vice- president ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").<ref>Serge's [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8704063822 Twitter account] states that both names are viable, with Aquarion being the official name and Aquaria a regional variation.</ref>
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-the-music-of-the-master-bear-mccreary.html LA Times article], Aquaria is described as a frigid ocean world, with small volcanic land masses and small communities. It is also said to be regarded as nothing more than a scientific research outpost by the other Colonies.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 Serge's twitter account], Aquaria doesn't have a capital city.

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Aerilon

2013-02-23T20:37:34Z

Geo: /* Locations */ - removed the link to Troy, as the planet isn't even in the same system as Aerilon.

: ''For the version of this colony depicted in the [[List of Comics#Dynamite Comics|Dynamite Comics]], see: [[Aerilon (alternate)]].''

[[Image:ColonialColors7.png|100px|thumb|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]

'''Aerilon''' was primarily an agricultural world, known as the "food basket" of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]]. Despite this, Aerilon was considered to be one of the poorest Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). Aerilon also had [[tylium]] mines, and Promethea, one of the larger cities on the planet, was founded as a mining town (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'', deleted scenes). Its capital city is Gaoth.

The mining colony of [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]], which was destroyed in a cataclysmic explosion, and possibly located near Aerilon, may have been operated by natives of that world. Troy was the alleged home of [[Sharon Valerii]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Flesh and Bone]]").

== History ==

Fifteen people died when President [[Richard Adar]], for reasons unexplained, sent the [[Colonial Marine Corps|Marines]] to Aerilon ([[TRS]]: "[[Water]]").

== Culture ==

While imprisoned on ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', [[Gaius Baltar]] talks extensively about Aerilon, confirming that it, not [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], was his birth world. He imitates the speech mannerisms of a stereotypical native, a farmer who likes to work with his hands, and "go down to the pub for a pint"<ref>Baltar's use of the term "pub" and "pint" suggest that Aerilon's culture is reminiscent of that of the workers of Ireland, Scotland or England. Baltar's use of a unit of liquid measurement called a "[[jp]]" in the episode "[[Water]]" and "pint" suggests that the Colonials may have several units of liquid volume. The term "pint" is also a nickname for a glass of beer, which often is measured in Imperial pints.</ref> and have a fight at the end of the night. In doing this, Baltar puts on a strong [[Language in the Twelve Colonies#Aerilon Accent|raspy "Aerilon" accent]] <ref>Actor [[James Callis]], who normally speaks in his own native accent, adopted an accent similar to a Yorkshire accent for Baltar's "native Aerilon."</ref> ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

== Other ==

[[Image:lest_we_forget.jpg|thumb|right|150px|The only [[Lest We Forget|visual depiction]] of Aerilon.]]
*The professional [[Pyramid (RDM)|Pyramid]] team from Aerilon played against the [[Caprica Buccaneers]] in one of the last games before the Cylon attack. They apparently won ([[TRS]]: "[[Resistance (episode)|Resistance]]").
*A [[Lest We Forget|photo of a grief-stricken soldier]] staring out at the ruins of Aerilon's capital hangs behind President Roslin's desk and on the bulkhead of a [[pilot ready rooms|pilot ready room]] on ''Galactica''. The pilots touch the photo for luck and in a sign of respect as they leave the room. This photo of Aerilon gives viewers one of the few visual depictions of life on a colony other than Caprica.
*Aerilon Crystal table salt is used by [[Racetrack]] in the [[Salt Line Ceremony]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Exodus, Part I]]").
*Aerilon was home to at least two universities, Promethea A&M and the University of Aerilon. (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'', deleted scenes)

===Natives===
*[[Saul Tigh]] (alleged, actually a [[humanoid Cylon]])
*[[Sekou Hamilton]], presumed, as he is an editor of the ''Aerilon Gazette'' ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").
*[[Socinus]], presumed, as he has an [[:Image:SocinusTatoo KLGp1.JPG|tattoo]] of the zodiac sign of Aries on his arm ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]", [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 1 (RDM)#Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I|deleted scene]]).
*[[Gaius Baltar]], who left for the more sophisticated [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] after his eighteenth birthday, turning his back on his family and heritage.
*[[Alisander Asiel]], Aerilon's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] ([[TRS]]: "Colonial Day").
*[[Coker Fasjovik]], a Colonial flight officer during the [[Cylon War]]. (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'')

===Publications===
*''[[Aerilon Gazette]]''

===Locations===
* [[Cuffle's Breath Wash]]
* [[Euclid River]]
* Promethea

== Notes==
*The spelling of this colony is sometimes inconsistent in the Re-imagined Series' official cast and crew notes and episode content, in the same way that the [[Original Series]] had inconsistent spellings of "Centurion" and "Centurian". The colony is spelled "Aerilon" in the episodes "[[Home, Part I]]" and "[[The Son Also Rises]]" in official Colonial documentation, as well as placards from "[[Colonial Day]]" and various [[Season 4]] episodes. Further research into this has lead Battlestar Wiki to choose the more prevalent spelling that appears on various props in the series, as well as spellings from the scripts: "Aerilon".
*[[Socrata Thrace]] and [[Galen Tyrol]] pronounce the name as "Air-lon", while Baltar pronounces it "Air-e-lon".

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Battlestar (TOS)

2013-02-16T21:42:15Z

Geo: /* Notes on Dimensions */

:''For information on the battlestars of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]], see [[Galactica type battlestar]] and [[Mercury class battlestar]]. For information on the battlestar seen in the [[2003 Video Game]], see [[Galactica (2003 Video Game)]].''

'''Battlestars''' are warships built in direct response to the [[Thousand Yahren War|generational war]] with the [[Cylons (TOS)|Cylons]].

{{Ship Data
| image= battlestarformation.jpg
| title=Battlestar
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| propol= 2 x [[FTL]] engines, 2 x sublight engines, 2 x Solium main energizers ([[Fire in Space]])
| crew= 496 - 1,012
| role= Carrier / battleship hybrid
| weapons= 15 x laser batteries, 12 x Solonite air-to-air missiles, 1 x Heavy Mega Pulsar Cannons, 75 Viper fighters, 12 Landram armoured ground vehicles, Six unarmed shuttlecraft {{citation needed}}
| width= (approx): 1,672ft (510m) (flight pod to flight pod)
| height=
| length= (approx): 4,143-4,166ft (1,263-1,255m)
| weight=
| otherdi= Flight Pods<br/>'''Length''' (approx): 1,977ft (603m)<br/>'''Width''' (approx): 351ft (107m)
}}

== Overview ==

The first battlestars were introduced into Colonial forces around 500 [[yahren]] into the [[Thousand Yahren War|war]], and proved formidable when placed against the technically-superior Cylon basestars. Many battlestars were totally destroyed during significant battles.

==Known Battlestars==
The eight battlestars<ref>The Costume Department at New West has indicated that three further battlestars may have been referenced had the show been renewed: the ''[[Solaria]]'', ''Cerberus'' and ''Prometheus''. This information, however, is not [[canon|canonical]].</ref> specifically mentioned in the Original Series are:

* ''[[Acropolis]]'' - mentioned in connection with the attack at Cimtar, and so assumed to be one of the battlestars seen near the moon
* ''[[Atlantia (TOS)|Atlantia]]'' - destroyed by the Cylons at [[Cimtar (TOS)|Cimtar]] ([[Saga of a Star World]])
* ''[[Columbia (TOS)|Columbia]]<ref>Many fans consider ''Columbia'' to be the battlestar class name. However, this is [[fan fiction]]: No substantiated class name has been given by official sources to the battlestars of the Original Series.</ref>'' - destroyed by the Cylons at Cimtar ([[The Gun on Ice Planet Zero, Part I (TOS)|The Gun on Ice Planet Zero]])
* ''[[Galactica (TOS)|Galactica]]''
* ''[[Pacifica]]'' - mentioned in connection with the attack at Cimtar, and so assumed to be one of the battlestars seen near the moon
* ''[[Pegasus (TOS)|Pegasus]]'' - presumed destroyed at the [[Battle of Gamoray]] ([[The Living Legend, Part II (TOS)|The Living Legend]])
* ''[[Rycon]]'' - destroyed at the [[Battle of the Cosmara Archipelago (TOS)|Battle of the Cosmara Archipelago]] ([[Take the Celestra]])
* ''[[Triton (TOS)|Triton]]'' - mentioned in connection with the attack at Cimtar, and so assumed to be one of the battlestars seen near the moon

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==Myth of the Twelve Battlestars (Original Series)==
[[Image:Turrets.JPG|thumb|left|A battlestar's laser batteries fights off Raiders ([[Saga of a Star World]]).]]
Within [[Fan fiction|fan circles]], it has generally been assumed there were twelve original battlestars, given the number of Colonies. This appeared to be supported by ''[[Encyclopedia Galactica]]'', a [[non-canon]]ical publication released in 1979.<ref>{{cite_book|last=Kraus|first=Bruce|authorlink=|authorlinkurl=|coauthors=|year=1979|title=[[Encyclopedia Galactica]]|publisher=|location=|id=|pages=19}}</ref> However, [[Glen A. Larson]] has stated that there was never any decision to have a specific number of battlestars, nor did the Original Series state that only twelve battlestars were built. During the series' run, only eight battlestars are seen or mentioned. Given the length of the [[Thousand-Yahren War]], it seems likely that far more than twelve of these warships were constructed.

''(For contrast, in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]] continuity, it is stated at the start of the [[Miniseries]] that twelve [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestars]] were initially built during the [[Cylon War]]. However, in the years of and after the Cylon War, an additional 120 battlestars of various classes were built in that continuity. Like its Original Series counterparts, [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|almost all]] of these battlestars are destroyed in an elaborate Cylon subterfuge.)''
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== Notes on Dimensions ==

The length and beam figures given here are based on research carried out by [http://ravensbranch.allen.com/galacticasize.html Todd Boyce], a computer animator. There are many differing claims to the actual size of the original battlestars, ranging from some 2,000 feet<ref name="starlog aug 78">{{cite magazine|quotes= |last= Meyers |first= Richard |authorlink= |coauthors= |year= 1978 |month= August |title= Get Ready For... BATTLE STAR "GALACTICA" |magazine=Starlog |volume= |issue= |pages=52-53 |id= |url= |accessdate= }}</ref> (the accepted length in a number of gaming systems) through to 2-3 miles in overall length.

Interviews with series creator [[Glen A. Larson]] and [[John Dykstra]], the Visual Effects supervisor for the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]] stated that the original ''[[Galactica#Original Series Galactica|Galactica]]'' was around a mile (1.6km) long. If the scale of the master model used for filming was set at 1/960, then the overall length of ''Galactica'' and her sister ships would be some 6,080ft (1,853m) - or one [[Wikipedia:Nautical Mile|nautical mile]]. However, there is no confirmation available that 1/960 (1 inch = 80ft) was in fact the scale of the model, and the figures have thus been "back engineered" to fit the case. (It should be noted that Dykstra admitted that "[e]verything has to be exaggerated and the fill ratio of the screen has to be higher".<ref name="starlog aug 78"/>)

[[Image:Tos-gal-dim.jpg|left|thumb|Calculating a battlestar's size (credit: Todd Boyce / Universal ABC)]]
In undertaking his work, Boyce utilised an established baseline for his calculations: the full-size mock-up of a Viper built for filming purposes. This mock-up measured some 28.5ft (9m) in length and a wingspan of some 12.5ft (4m), and formed a means by which Boyce could take key shots from various episodes, combine them with a scale model of ''Galactica'' and extrapolate a reasonably-consistent set of measurements. Thus: using film footage alone, Boyce was able to determine the length of ''Galactica'' to be some 4,143ft (1,263m), while use of a scale model produced a figure of some 4,166ft (1,270m): an acceptable difference of some 23ft (7m). What is more, these measurements appear consistent with the overall size of the Viper launch tubes (calculated at some 16ft (5m) in diameter, based on the wingspan of the full-size mock-up and images of Vipers being launched).

Given this degree of similarity in final calculations, these figures have been adopted here as the probable dimensions of the Original Series battlestars. However, in using these figures, it should be noted that:

* Boyce also used a [[Cylon Raider#Original Series Raider|Cylon Raider]] as a benchmark for his calculations, and produced an overall length for ''Galactica'' at between 12,818ft (3,907m) and 21,210ft (6,465m) (2.4 and 4 miles). However, these measurements can be discounted on the grounds that:
** They are initially based on assumed data: a shot of a Cylon Raider apparently "overflying" a Colonial Viper. However, no vertical separation distance between the two can be calculated, leading to a completely arbitrary figure (39ft/12m) for the wingspan of the Raider
** These figures would yield launch tubes between some 50ft (15m) and 82ft (25m) in diameter - which is clearly not supported by film of Viper launches.
* Boyce also used close-up shots of Viper launches to try and calculate the size of ''Galactica'', and arrived at a figure of 2,712ft (827m), with the flight pods measuring 1,294ft (394m). However, these figures cannot be taken at face value, as they would render the Viper launch tubes with a 10.4ft (3m) diameter, making them too small to contain Vipers.

Note: As Boyce used the mock-up Viper he made a fatal assumption of it being exactly in scale with the actual on screen SFX model.
That is unfortunately not the case. The mock-up Viper is smaller and less detailed, hence, cheaper and easier to construct. The difference is (exactly) 10% resulting in a length of 10 m and a wingspan of 4.5-5 m. This brings the Battlestar to about 1400 m.
As BSG was made in light of Star Wars there is the possibility that it's size was intended to be the same as a Stardestoyer (1.5 km).

Note by the researcher: The research page points out that there are proportional differences between the mock-up and the studio model of the Viper, and that the mock-up is used because it had definitive dimensions whereas the filming miniature does not. The studio model is longer in proportion, but it is not necessarily taller or wider (which a second line of research investigated). More definitive research on the matter would need to take place before any claims such as it being "10% larger" could be verified since there are many factors to consider.

Likewise, a Raider overflying a Viper, while not a truly accurate means of measurement, does in fact set the largest dimensions the Raider could possibly be and is therefore useful in the research in demonstrating how the blueprint dimensions did not correspond with the on-screen evidence, at least in that shot. The 39ft measurement is the largest it could be in that shot which is far smaller than the mock-up would indicate. It should also be pointed out that a 39ft wingspan for the raider would yield an approximately 7ft wide cockpit - a bit tight for three Cylon Centurions to fit in.

Ultimately these are not "fatal assumptions" in the research, nor can research be "thrown out" since it is impossible to determine a truly accurate measurement of the ship with multiple valid sources of conflicting evidence. The research page clearly indicates that the reader is to decide for themselves what the results mean, and that like most science fiction shows, the effects are not suited to this kind of scrutiny.

== Updated Notes on Dimensions ==

The one missing piece of information in studies like the one above is the actual diameter of the launch tube openings on the studio miniature. As someone who has spent years studying the filming model, and has designed and helped to build a very precise replica of it that is currently on display at the EMPSFM Science Fiction Museum in Seattle, Washington (see External Links section), I know these openings were 1/4 inch in diameter.

Having drawn the studio miniature in precise detail, including in 3D, I determined that a 27-28 foot Viper fits inside the tubes quite nicely if the studio model scales out to one nautical mile in length. In fact, the tubes scale out to 20 feet in diameter. Anything smaller would clip the wings of the Vipers. Don't forget there are pipes, bulkheads, and other details inside the round tubes that require clearance as well. So, I'm not quite sure how you could work it out if the ship were to be substantially smaller. Also, this value does coincide with John Dykstra's estimate that was quoted in vintage magazine articles of the period.

Charles Adams, ''StarshipBuilder.com''

PS The B&W photo above should be credited to Phil Broad.

== About The Filming Model ==

The ship model for ''Galactica'' was 6 feet in length and weighed 60 pounds. The model was built from various parts from hundreds of cannibalized plastic model kits, such as those from mini-scaled battleships, land vehicles and planes from the [[w:World War II|World War II]] era, to the point that "the crew had the feeling that, if it hadn't been for World War II, ''Galactica'' (the model) would not have been possible".<ref name="starlog aug 78"/>

== Notes ==

* ''According to ''[[Encyclopedia Galactica]]'', a non-canonical piece of merchandise published in 1979:''
: Battlestars are constructed in planetary orbit. Battlestars have a maximum range of 500 light-[[yahren]] before refueling, although this can be affected by high-speed maneuvering and the use of weapons, which are powered by the same fuel source as the engines.

: Battlestars contain eight squadrons of [[Viper (TOS)|Viper]]s, in addition to being armed with "banks of turret-mounted laser cannon, strategically mounted to defend most vital areas of the ship from head-on attack" and "space-to-space torpedoes" capable of destroying larger enemy craft.

: For shielding, battlestars use a "powerful radiation field" capable of deflecting most laser attacks and heavy armor plating to dampen explosive ordnance, like torpedoes or missiles. Furthermore, battlestars are split into segments that can be sealed should the hull be compromised, so the entire ship is not lost.

: For propulsion, battlestars "are powered to sub-light speeds by twin [[solium]] [[energizer]]s that convert matter directly into propulsive force. [[Tylium]] thrusters boost the ship past the [[lightspeed|light barrier]]; on full power, speeds of light times ten have been attained."

: Battlestars are crewed by 500 people and consists of various facilities, "including a 100 bed [[life-station]], a fully equipped [[rejuvenation center]] and a variable-gravity gymnasium".<ref>{{cite_book|last=Kraus|first=Bruce|authorlink=|authorlinkurl=|coauthors=|year=1979|title=[[Encyclopedia Galactica]]|publisher=|location=|id=|pages=19-20}}</ref>

== External Links ==

*[http://www.starbacks.ca/sjpaxton/battlest.html The Lost Battlestars]
*[http://www.starbacks.ca/sjpaxton/battlestars2.html The Battlestar Names and Their Name Sources] by John Larocque
*[http://battlebuck.com/Galactica/Galactica/BigG.html Original studio miniature in hands of private collector]
*[http://customreplicas.com/specialevents.html Precise replica of original studio miniature at Sci-Fi Museum in Seattle WA USA]

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Agro Ship

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[[Image:Agro crop.jpg|thumb|right|A bountiful crop aboard the Agro Ship ([[War of the Gods, Part I]]).]]
'''Agro Ship''' is the common classification for spacecraft capable of growing any edible [[agro]] foodstuffs needed in a convoy or [[The Fleet (TOS)|Fleet]] for long periods of time. These crafts have translucent hull plates interconnected in a structural enforcement grid, which allow the plants to receive the necessary sunlight from a nearby star or some other stellar formation to achieve the state of [[Wikipedia:photosynthesis|photosynthesis]]. Artificial lighting is, apparently, also an important function of these agro ships. One of the crops grown aboard the agro ships is the [[tallon plant]].

Agro ships are unarmed, but can withstand an assault for some period of time.

''Galactica'''s Fleet has three such agro ships; two of which are destroyed by the [[Cylons (TOS)|Cylons]] and the third, the [[Agro Ship 9]], experiences a hull breach via a destroyed airlock ([[The Magnificent Warriors]]).

Count [[Iblis]] also visits the Agro Ship 9 with Lieutenant [[Sheba]] during his time with the Fleet ([[War of the Gods, Part I]] & [[War of the Gods, Part II|II]]).

== Notes ==

* The agro ships are reuses of the spacecraft from [http://us.imdb.com/title/tt0067756/ ''Silent Running''], a Universal/MCA movie that special effects guru [[John Dykstra]] worked on a few years prior to [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|''Battlestar Galactica'']].

* The same shots of the agro ships destructions in "[[The Magnificent Warriors]]" were reused in the ''[[Galactica 1980]]'' episode "[[Space Croppers]]". This continued ''Battlestar'''s regrettable tradition of continued reuse of stock footage, which occurred due to the length of time special effects shots took to prepare for and produce in that television era, in combination with the hectic shooting schedule. As a side effect of this, a continuity error is created as, by the time the Fleet heads to Earth, they should have only one agro ship left.

* The [[Botanical Cruiser]] in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]] is an homage to this ship.

* ''According to ''[[Encyclopedia Galactica]]'', a non-canonical piece of merchandise published in 1979:''
: Agro ships were created by [[Aeries]] and are capable of converting "artificial sunlight into raw foodstuffs at an average efficiency of eighty-four percent". Converting the food to "add variety and taste appeal" reduces the overall efficiency of food, such as [[hydronic mushies]] to sixty-two percent. Agro ships are capable of recycling and reprocessing nutrients and water.

: To create the artificial sunlight, the ship gets its energy from the "reburning of [[solium]] wastes from the main drive engines of [ships in] the [[The Fleet (TOS)|fleet]]". In addition, agro ships are equipped with foodstuffs that have been created to process the "solium light spectrum" efficiently and grow in the weightlessness of space.<ref>{{cite_book|last=Kraus|first=Bruce|authorlink=|authorlinkurl=|coauthors=|year=1979|title=[[Encyclopedia Galactica]]|publisher=|location=|id=|pages=11-12}}</ref>

* Because of the Cylon pursuit it is obvious that agro ships cannot rely on star light as energy source for constant crop growth: It is unlikely that the ragtag fleet can stop for a longer period of time near a star.

== Questions ==

* Why do the agro ships exist? Of course they are necessary for the fleet. But why do they exist? Why were they built before the destruction of the colonies? To travel with the agro ships have to be space '''ships'''. It makes sense to build agro space stations to grow crops near hostile planets and asteroids that are of strategical or economical value (e.g. as source of resources). But why build agro '''ships''' that can travel through space on their own? (The picture of the agro ships shows some kind of solar panel where one would expect the propulsion system.) Were they supposed to be a kind of garden cruise ship?

* Are the genetics of the plants grown in the agro ships altered? There are three reasons that make that likely: a) If you can build ships that can travel between the stars then you probably also have advanced knowledge about genetics and the capability to alter plants genetically. b) Agro ships are an unnatural living place for plants: They wander between the stars and as they wander the radiation and light from stars change. The evolution on a planet cannot have been the best preparation for this kind of existence. c) Agro ships are a more controlled environment for plants then planets: For instance we can assume that there are no vermin. A plant on a planet has to deal with vermin and other challenges of nature. Plants on agro ships do not need that capability (actually modern sorts of corn on Earth suffer from the same problem: the plants were grown on a controlled environment in plant nurseries; those who grew best were chosen as new sorts. It took some time to realize that the new sorts are less capable to deal with vermin, drought and other awkwardnesses of nature).

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The Twelve Colonies of Kobol

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** Aquaria - The coldest colony, with the most eccentric orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
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[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
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[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
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[[Image:ColonialColors7.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in the L4 Lagrangian point. Aerilon's capital was Gaoth.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The mannerisms of Aerilon's natives were considered rough and rude, at least by [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprican]] standards. The people of this world also spoke with a distinctive accent that was quite hard to cover up ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

One of the very last [[Pyramid (RDM) | Pyramid]] games occurred on Aerilon, right before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Resistance]]"). A [[Lest We Forget|photograph]], showcasing the destruction of Aerilon's capital, Gaoth, becomes one of the most memorable documents of the Fall of the Twelve Colonies within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", deleted scene).

=== Natives ===
* [[Gaius Baltar | Gaius]] and [[Julius Baltar]]
* [[Sherry Bennett]]
* [[Sekou Hamilton]]
* [[Socinus]]

=== Notes ===
* On some occasions this colony's name was also spelled '''Aerelon'''. Battlestar Wiki uses the more commonly found '''Aerilon'''. There is a similar discrepancy in the pronunciation of the colony's name.
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==Aquaria==
[[Image:ColonialColors12.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aquaria]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria is a "frigid" world with only one major land mass: Kyros, a crescent-shaped continent with volcanoes at both ends. Aquaria was widely known for its vast oceans ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Founded as a scientific research outpost, this remote world has also attracted a small (25,000 permanent) but sturdy population know for stubborn independence, social tolerance, and a unique barter system. However, the population can swell to as many as a half-million during the annual summerfest, which features music, dance, theater and epic poetry.

Despite the lack of an official capital city, the government held weekly community meetings that were open both citizens and non-citizens. A majority of issues addressed were passed by majority vote, even the election of the colony's Prime Minister.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

Its first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] post-[[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall]] is [[Miksa Burian]], who votes for [[Tom Zarek]] in the vice-presidential elections ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").

=== Notes ===
* On many occasions this colony's name was also spelled '''Aquarion'''. However, the name '''Aquaria''' was heard on screen during the Hybrid's monologue in "[[The Plan]]" and spoken by President Roslin when tallying the votes for vice- president ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").<ref>Serge's [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8704063822 Twitter account] states that both names are viable, with Aquarion being the official name and Aquaria a regional variation.</ref>
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-the-music-of-the-master-bear-mccreary.html LA Times article], Aquaria is described as a frigid ocean world, with small volcanic land masses and small communities. It is also said to be regarded as nothing more than a scientific research outpost by the other Colonies.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 Serge's twitter account], Aquaria doesn't have a capital city.
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==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live.
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
{{mainarticle|Sagittaron}}
[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
{{mainarticle|Tauron (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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User talk:Phalanx-a-pedian

2013-02-13T20:41:39Z

Geo:

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== Valkyrie ==

There is only one Battlestar Valkyrie. The Galactica type Battlestar seen is unnamed. --[[User:Frylock86|Frylock86]]

::If you look at the episode, when they are travelling in the fleet they look out one side of the viper while talking about Valkyrie. All the shots are consistent in showing that there is only one battlestar on this side, the Galatica type. Thus there must be two Valkyries, one in the cylon war, and one years later of a different class. The Valkyrie types seen are un-named, the Galactica type is named "''Valkyrie''". [[User:Phalanx-a-pedian|Phalanx-a-pedian]] 21:22, 17 November 2012 (EST)

:::There has to be some way to clarify this. The crew of the Raptor was also looking up - towards the small Valkyrie type above them. The presence of the Valkyrie type is already enough to err on the side of caution...? --[[User:Frylock86|Frylock86]]

::::When they start off talking the Galactica type is above and to their right, by the time they stop talking about the Loki they are parallel to the Galactica types top. At no point are they to the right of any Valkyrie type and (even they there is a Brezerk class in the way at one point) they are looking in roughly the right direction for the Galactica type the entire time that they are talking about it. [[User:Phalanx-a-pedian|Phalanx-a-pedian]] 21:43, 17 November 2012 (EST)

:::::Is there a way to just combine both ships into one page, similar to the ''[[Columbia (RDM)|Colombia]]'' page? That way we don't have separate pages for both ships. It seems odd having (Second Cylon War) written at the top. --[[User:Frylock86|Frylock86]]

::::::There definitely is, I just feel that the new one deserves its one page while the first one doesn't really. The options we have are:
::::::*Put them in the same page like Columbia (I think this would look quite messy due to not enough text to match the size of the info box for the first one and that one logically being first).
::::::*Two separate pages with ([first/second] cylon war).
::::::*The current solution.
::::::*move the second valk page back to its original name and have a dis note saying that this is the second valk and linking to either the list of battlestars #valkyrie page or to the page on the original (My preference).
::::::[[User:Phalanx-a-pedian|Phalanx-a-pedian]] 22:36, 17 November 2012 (EST)

:::::::Is there a consensus? Having the odd title make the Valkyrie page an odd man out from the rest of the entries. --[[User:Frylock86|Frylock86]]

::::::::''Valkyrie'' should really be one page, sectioned off like ''[[Columbia (RDM)]]'' is. Also, in the future, it would be advisable to discuss such changes first on the appropriate talk page before executing them on a whim (even if they are well intentioned). -- [[User:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|Joe Beaudoin]] <sup>[[User talk:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|So say we all]] - [[Battlestar Wiki:Site support|Donate]]</sup> 00:40, 18 November 2012 (EST)
::::::::<br/>
:::::::::I disagreed with Phalanx-a-pedian and he is wrong. The Valkyire is not a Galactica-type Battlestar. Because when they are talking, Adama is looking up toward the Valkyrie-type that is above Raptor 909. At no time does he look to the side to where the unnamed Galactica-type Battlestar is located. The last shot we seen of the Raptor and 2 Vipers show then almost beside the Berzek, which is blocking the unnamed Galactica-type Battlestar. Then it show the cockpit and Adama is looking up and talking about the Valkyrie. I think it make more sense to assumed that the Valkyrie is the same class till evidence present it not.

:::::::::Also, the title of the page shouldn't be Valkyrie (Second Cylon War) as the recon mission happen before the start of the Second Cylon War. Maybe it should be either Valkyrie or Valkyrie (Valkyrie-type Battlestar). {{unsigned|Allenknott3}}

:::::::::I agree with Allenknott3; I think it'd be extremely bizarre for them to put the Valkyrie model into that shot and mention it by name if it wasn't supposed to be the one seen in Hero. Although it might be very slight conjecture claiming that they're the same ship, it's even bigger conjecture to claim it was the Galactica type instead. [[User:YIIMM|YIIMM]] 13:19, 18 November 2012 (EST)

:::::::::::According to Doug Drexler, the Valkyrie mention in B&C is the same ship as seen in Hero. He replies to my facebook message, "Hi Allen! From the VFX departments POV, Valkyrie in B&C was the ship from "Hero". It makes for a much more interesting story : )" [[User:Allenknott3|Allenknott3]]

::::::::::::I knew it had to be, with the ''Valkyrie/Yashuman'' type seen in the ghost fleet, it only made sense. Odd seeing the class in service for the First Cylon War, but it appears the Colonials have a more extensive fleet, than was first let on in the Miniseries. Here I was hoping to get to know the ''Galactica'' and her class on a more personal level, but alas... - [[User:frylock86|Frylock86]]

== Valkyrie Type Battlestar ==

Phalanx-a-pedian, during your latest revision of this article, you added the following phrase in the Flight Pod section:

''The tubes are also significantly longer then those of other Battlestars. There are three separate points that vipers could be lowered from the hanger into the tubes. It is possible that this allows for a much higher rate of launch.''

What do you mean with the "three separate points" part? Three points per tube where a Viper could be lowered into the launch tube (for a total of 9 points on each flight pod), or just one access point for each tube? If the latter, it's a bit extraneus. If you meant the former, I've never seen hard info on the composition of a Valkyrie type hangar deck, so I'd appreciate if you could point me to it. --[[User:Geo|Geo]] 15:41, 13 February 2013 (EST)

Valkyrie type battlestar

2013-02-13T20:31:06Z

Geo: Phrase reworking (Line of ships? Battlestars are NOT 18th century ships of the line!) and miscellaneous text corrections -and adjustions.

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| title= ''Valkyrie'' type battlestar
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| propol = 4 sublight engines, maneuvering thrusters
| crew= Unknown
| role= Capital battleship/carrier
| weapons= 20 small dual mounted turrets, 33 heavy dual turrets capable of firing missiles, Unknown number of point defense guns, at least 6 ship-to-ship missiles silos
| status= Fleet [[Cylon attack|sabotaged]] by Cylon forces
| length= {{Meters2Feet|748}}<ref>Calculated from the width of a launch tube (6 meters). Figure does not include antennae.</ref>
| width= {{Meters2Feet|269}}<ref>As with the length and height.</ref>
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The '''''Valkyrie'' type [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]]''' was already in use during the [[First Cylon War]]. The class is still in service and actively deployed over fourty years later, before the [[Cylon Attack|Fall of the Colonies]], and appear to make up a majority of the [[Colonial Fleet]].

==Overview==

The ''Valkyrie'' type was first seen deployed alongside the ''Galactica'' type nearly fifty years before the Fall of the Colonies during the First Cylon War. At the time, they appeared to function as a support vessel in battlestar groups, and not as flagships (''[[Blood and Chrome]]''). In the years since, the type has become a forerunner in Colonial Fleet, appearantly outnumbering the ''Mercury'' class and remaining ''Galactica'' type battlestars. This type of battlestar is among the smallest ships in service in post-war Colonial Fleet, carrying less Vipers and Raptors then their larger counterparts. Despite this, their crews are not afraid to tackle threats head on, as three of them were seen to attempt to engage Cylon basestars over [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] before fleet communications went down ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

== Layout ==

===Main hull===

Measuring over 700 meters long, the ''Valkyrie'' type was about half the size of a [[Galactica type battlestar|''Galactica'' type battlestar]]. Overall, it shares the "common" battlestar design, consisting of an "alligator head," mid-section with flight pods attached, and aft the propulsion section, housing the main sublight engines. Possibly because of its smaller size, much of its main layout is exposed, or semi-exposed, on the underside of the ship, the FTL drive being the most prominent ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Physically it was far more "jagged" then other battlestar classes, with sharp edges offset by curved lines. The hull was covered with batteries, missile launchers, and numerous hatches, giving it a sharp and streamlined but functional look.

===Flight Pods===
[[Image:Valkyrie CNP Virus Transmission.png|thumb|left|Forward shot of the ''Valkyrie'', showing the underside, and Viper launch tubes.]]

:''Main article: [[Flight pod]]''

The flight pods on the ''Valkyrie'' type serve the same purpose as with its larger counterparts. However, they are not able to carry as many planes, or allow larger vessels to dock inside, as with the ''Galactica'' type or ''Mercury'' class. Despite being a contemporary battlestar of ''Galactica'', the flight pods do not retract on this type, not even for FTL jumps.

The hanger deck facilities are smaller, and situated between the flight deck and the Viper launch tubes which run parallel to the pods. Having only three tubes per pod, the ''Valkyrie'' type has significantly less launching capabilities than its larger counterparts in the fleet. However, this doesn't preclude them from being assertively deployed, and may suggest a more offensively oriented approach to Viper launches. The tubes are also significantly longer then those of other Battlestars. There are three separate points that vipers could be lowered from the hanger into the tubes. It is possible that this allows for a much higher rate of launch. ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]", "[[The Plan]]").

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===Orthographics===
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==Specifications==
===Propulsion===

:''Main article: [[Propulsion in the Re-imagined Series]]''

Ships of the ''Valkyrie'' type have four sublight engines attached to the ventral side of the ship at the rear. There are also maneuvering thrusters placed in strategic positions along the hull.

===Computer systems===

:''Main article: [[Computers in the Re-imagined Series]]''

The computer systems on the ''Valkyrie'' type were presumably isolated to start with, and non-networked. However, sometime during the fourty years since the end of the Cylon War these systems were upgraded, networked, and thus became accessible through the compromised [[Command Navigation Program]] as with the majority of ships in Colonial Fleet. Thanks to this, the Cylons were able to take control of the battlestar's systems and shut them down before their attack.

===Armament===
[[Image:3x8-Valkyrie-Firing.jpg|thumb|right|''Valkyrie'' firing a ship to ship missile ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]").]]
[[Image:Valkyrie batteries.jpg|thumb|right|A missile battery on ''Valkyrie'' ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]").]]

:''Main article: [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series]]''

*20 small dual mounted turrets.

*33 heavy dual turrets capable of firing missiles.

*Unknown number of point defense guns.

*At least 6 ship-to-ship missiles silos
:The ''Valkyrie'' type has more weapons per square meter then any other class. Equipped with 20 small turrets, and 33 heavier (though much smaller then on other classes) ones, it has a huge number of guns. Presumably, there are an unknown number of point defense guns that would be located between the armor plating, much like the ''Mercury'' class. This class appears to rely more on missile weapons than other classes, with at least the larger turrets being capable of firing small anti-fighter missiles, and with at least 6 silos containing ship to ship missiles.

*Small compliment of [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] space superiority fighters.
:Size and disposition of the typical ''Valkyrie'' type airwing is never stated. However, in "The Plan", ''Valkyrie'' has at least 20 Vipers nearby. Yet, this is not evidence that this represents the full airwing.

*Small compliment of [[Raptor]] multi-role vehicles.

=== Capabilities ===

Although a small hull (compared to battlestars like ''Pegasus'' or ''Galactica'') these ships were heavily used. This type may have served a role similar to cruisers in modern navies, as they are shown being used for a number of missions, including patrols, covert operations, and even planetary protection. The smaller size, mass production, and apparent range of abilities presumably meant that it was perfect for a peacetime fleet, as they would be cheaper to produce then the larger ''Mercury'' class or ''Galactica'' type. It may have lacked the ability to produce Vipers unlike the ''Mercury'' class.

==Ships of the Line==
<gallery perrow=10>
Image:3x8-Valkyrie-Firing.jpg|battlestar ''[[Valkyrie]]''
Image:Valkyrie close up.jpg|battlestar ''[[Yashuman#Yashuman|Yashuman]]''
Image:Nameless Battlestar.png|[[Unnamed_battlestars#Valkyrie_type|Unnamed]]
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== Notes ==

*In "Razor," a few ''Valkyrie'' types can be seen at the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards with what would appear to be a roll bar above the engine section. This feature is not present during the Cylon attack on the shipyards, leading to speculation that the ships seen with the roll bar were in fact different to those seen without it. 

*The [[Science of Battlestar Galactica]] names two battlestars as being docked at the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards during the attack. These ships, ''Bellerophon'' and ''Ramses'', were thus likely examples of the ''Valkyrie'' type.

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Viper 8757

2013-02-11T20:04:22Z

Geo: /* Kara Thrace's pristine Viper */ text correction

[[Image:8757 LDYBPI.JPG|thumb|Viper 8757 in ''Galactica'''s hangar deck with Specialist [[Cally Tyrol|Henderson]] ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part I]]).]]
'''Viper 8757NC''' is the designation of two Vipers, one [[Viper Mark II|Mark II]] and one [[Viper Mark VII|Mark VII]], assigned to ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]''.

The Viper Mark VII version appears in "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part I]]".

== Kara Thrace's pristine Viper ==

A [[Viper Mark II]] of the same designation is flown by [[Kara Thrace]] during a [[Combat Air Patrol]] protecting a Fleet underway replenishment operation. This Viper is the one Thrace is later lost in, crushed by intense atmospheric pressure ([[Maelstrom]]). Over two months later, Thrace returns under mysterious circumstances in a remarkably pristine version of this Viper. She claims to have been to [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] and that only a few hours passed for her, but has no recollection of how she got there or how she survived ("[[Crossroads, Part II]]", "[[He That Believeth In Me]]").

An inspection of the Viper determines that the Viper seems to be as factory new as it looks. Similar to Thrace's memory loss, the navigation computer contains no data. Over the next few months, the Viper sits on the hangar deck, occasionally looked at to try to reveal its secrets. It isn't until three of the [[Final Five]] Cylons are [[The Music|mysteriously drawn]] to the craft that Kara Thrace finds a clue to Earth in the craft itself. After powering up the systems, she uses the radio detector to find a strange signal that is only received by this Viper. With the signal's bearing the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] is able to plot a series of FTL jumps which eventually lead it to Earth ([[Revelations]]).

As Thrace and a [[Number Two]] search Earth's surface for the source of the signal, they discover it to be a standard Colonial emergency transponder. Further searching in the area reveals the remains of a Viper Mark II's tail section with 757NC visible. Concerned, Thrace and Leoben continue the hunt. They find the most of the rest of the Viper. A skeletal corpse in a Colonial flightsuit is found in the cockpit. When the corpse's helmet is removed, it is revealed to have blonde hair cut in a short bob. The corpse's dogtags confirm it to be Thrace's corpse. With [[Ellen Tigh]] revealed to be the remaining Cylon, it is now even more unclear as to who and/or what Kara Thrace is ([[Sometimes a Great Notion]]).

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2013-02-09T15:20:23Z

Geo: small adjustion in phrasing.

[[Image:8737 Steady Mini.JPG|thumb|Viper 8737 in ''Galactica's'' port hangar deck ([[Miniseries]]).]]
'''Viper 8737NC''' is one of the [[Viper Mark II|Viper Mark IIs]] taken from ''Galactica's'' [[Galactica Museum|museum]]. It was originally piloted by [[Margot Ready|Margot "Steady" Ready]] ([[Miniseries]]).

8737 is later lost when its pilot, Captain [[Kara Thrace]], flies the Viper into the atmosphere of a gas giant, where it is subsequently crushed. ([[Maelstrom]])

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Caprica Season 2

2013-02-04T14:55:44Z

Geo:

As the series '''''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]''''' was cancelled during the airing of the second half of its first season, what is known about the planned '''Season 2''' comes from the Season 1 finale "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]"' epilogue "[[Apotheosis (episode)#Epilogue|The Shape of Things to Come]]" and official statements from the production staff. It should be noted that the canonicity of information contained in such statements is uncertain, as developments in the series ''[[Blood and Chrome|Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome]]'' may well contradict unaired ''Caprica'' plans, but they represent what the crew considered "to have happened" as of the ''Caprica'' cancellation.

"The Shape of Things to Come" was filmed before word of ''Caprica'''s cancellation and represented a "sneak preview" of Season 2, set 5 years after Season 1.

Statements by showrunner [[Kevin Murphy]] in DVD commentaries on Season 1.5 episodes (recorded before the cancellation) reveal a number of Season 2 plotpoints:
*[[Jordan Duram]] survived the sniper attack and would have left the [[GDD]] and become head of a group called the Caprica Legionnaires, dedicated to destroying the [[Cylon (RDM)|Cylon]]s before they rose up and crushed their creators.
*[[Zoe-A]], in her new skinjob body, would have joined the Caprica Legionnaires, keeping her nature a secret.
*Zoe would have met one of the [[Final Five]] in [[V-world]], providing her with an element needed to create her skinjob body.

On April 29, 2011, Murphy conducted an interview with the online fan publication ''The Caprica Times'', in which he revealed several more details:<ref>[http://www.capricatimes.com/the-caprica-times-exclusive-interview-kevin-murphy ''The Caprica Times'' Exclusive Interview: Kevin Murphy]</ref>
*Flashbacks would have revealed that the Graystones had difficulty overcoming the "uncanny valley" problem when creating Zoe's body, until 3 years after "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]", when Zoe noticed something strange that she followed through interlocking V-worlds "like the White Rabbit" until she came upon [[Galen Tyrol]] fishing at a beach. After Zoe explained who she was and why she was there, he gave her a fishing lure that turned out to be a piece of code crucial in completing her skinjob body.
*Duram becomes aware of Zoe's nature and keeps quiet in exchange for her assistance.
*No one in the ''[[Battlestar Galactica (TRS)|Battlestar Galactica]]'' era is aware that Skinjob Zoe existed because [[Daniel Graystone|her father]] went to such pains to keep her secret.
*[[Clarice Willow]] is a wanted terrorist as well as a Cylon rights activist and operator of a church in V-world where Cylons can go when they "power down".
*[[Lacy Rand]] is seen by [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]ns as a crazy, "toaster-loving" leader keeping the peace on [[Gemenon (RDM)|Gemenon]] through her loyal [[U-87 Cyber Combat Unit|Centurion]]s, who follow her because a part of Zoe's "soul" has been imprinted on them.
*Circumstances force Clarice and Lacy into an "awkward marriage of convenience".
*[[Mother]] is still alive and interested in returning to power. [[Daniel Graystone]] reluctantly allies with her against the Clarice/Lacy coalition, which causes problems between him and Zoe when the latter finds out, as Lacy is her "once and future BFF".
*[[Bill Adama]] grows up angry at being named for his [[Willie Adama|dead older brother]].
*[[Joseph Adama]] carries on an extramarital affair with [[Fidelia Fazekas]].
*[[Tamara Adama]] was the basis for the [[Number Eight]] model and Zoe was the basis for the [[Number Six]] model. Murphy was unclear on this point, however, and recommended asking [[Jane Espenson]] or [[Michael Taylor]] for clarification.
**On May 5, 2011, Espenson confirmed on Twitter that the writers discussed this point, but it was not set in stone.<ref>[http://twitter.com/#!/JaneEspenson/status/66023637202903040 Tweet by Jane Espenson]</ref>

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Viper Mark III

2013-02-03T00:20:29Z

Geo: Added the {{reflist}} parameter. The references swung back to the Mk. III page itself instead of to Galactiguise' facebook posts..

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The '''Viper Mark III''' is a fighter craft used by the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]] in the latter part of the [[Cylon War]]. It is the successor of the [[Viper Mark II]] and the precursor to those craft used by the Fleet following the war, including the [[Viper Mark VII]].

During the tenth year of the Cylon War, the Mark III is relatively new, but Colonial vessels including the [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (TRS)|Galactica]]'' and ''[[Osiris]]'' carry full complements.

Colonial Academy recruits practice combat skills in [[holoband]] simulations of the Viper Mark III (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'').

==Specifications==

The Viper Mark III features:

**an angular forward fuselage cross section
**a revised cockpit canopy featuring rounder edges
**more angular side intakes with intake ramps
**narrower thrust nozzles
**deletion of structures housing the rear undercarriage and reduction of the ventral fairing; all three landing struts retract directly into the main fuselage
**what may be two internal missile launchers on the underside
**control surfaces for maneuverability in atmosphere

== Notes ==

* The Viper Mark III's control stick appears to be a Logitech Wingman.
* The Mark III is similar to an early design for the Mark II Viper made during pre-production of the 2003 [[Miniseries]], which was simplified into the final version to ease the construction of the full-size prop.<ref name="mini">Based on production stills and research from Galactiguise [https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=433510556702888&set=a.197073257013287.60928.153581084695838&type=1 Source 1] [https://www.facebook.com/galactiguise/posts/434270826626861 Source 2]</ref>

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Image:Vipers in Hangar.jpg|Mk. III Vipers in a hotstack on ''Galactica''.
Image:Viper-mark-III2.png|Mk. III in atmospheric flight.
Image:Viper-mark-III.png|Mk. III in flight.
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Viper (TRS)

2013-01-31T14:49:33Z

Geo: /* Life Support */ physical condition instead of conditioning.

: ''This is an overview page on the subject of Viper fighter craft. For detailed information, see [[Viper Mark II]] and [[Viper Mark VII]].''
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The '''Viper''' is the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]'s primary space superiority fighter/attack craft, serving the fleet in both Cylon engagements. It dates back to [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] before the formation of the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies]] when Vipers were primarily atmospheric aircraft.

=== Early Vipers ===
::''See also [[Caprican Viper]] and [[Vintage Viper]]''
[[File:Vintage Viper.jpg|thumb|Early Vipers fly in formation.]]
[[Caprican Viper|Viper]]s are in service prior to the formation of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]], serving the Caprican Military long before the [[First Cylon War]].

Atmospheric Vipers in the form of [[Vintage Viper|propeller aircraft]] and [[Caprican Viper|jet-powered aircraft]] are utilized on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] decades before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Equipped with [[DRADIS]] technology, these early Viper jets are popular with [[holoband]] users, available for flight simulations in the [[virtual world]] ([[CAP]]: "[[The Imperfections of Memory]]"). Earlier Vipers are also appear in the popular hacked environment, [[New Cap City]] ([[CAP]]: "[[There is Another Sky]]", "[[The Imperfections of Memory]]", "[[Ghosts in the Machine]]").

=== Later Models ===
[[Image: Viper Mk II atmospheric flight.jpg|thumb|A Viper Mark II in atmospheric flight.]]
The [[Viper Mark II]] is the Colonial Fleet's mainstay fighter during the [[First Cylon War]], serving with distinction throughout that conflict. Subsequently retired and replaced with newer models, Mark IIs survive into the modern era in museums - an entire squadron on display aboard the museum ship [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (TRS)|Galactica]]'' - and rusting in shipyards ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Ten years into the [[First Cylon War]] the [[Viper Mark III]] was also put into service.

By the time of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the [[Viper Mark VII]] has taken up the mantle of the Mark II. However, due to its advanced construction and [[Computers in the Re-imagined Series|computer system]], the standard Mark VII is vulnerable to the [[Cylon (RDM)|Cylon]] [[Cylon computer virus|computer virus]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

=== Flight Regimes ===

[[Image:Mk VII with Mk II, patrol.jpg|thumb|right|A Viper Mk. II and a Mk. VII on patrol ([[33]]).]]

The Viper is designed to operate in both space and atmospheric conditions.

In space flight, the Viper is highly maneuverable, dangerously so in inexperienced hands. [[Navigation in the Re-imagined Series|Reaction control system]] (RCS) thrusters for rapid and flexible attitude control, a cluster of 3 main thrusters for high acceleration, and retractable reverse thrusters housed in both port and starboard cowlings for some degree of deceleration can subject the pilot to punishing [[w:g-force|g-forces]]. Its retractable landing struts can be magnetized to secure the Viper on metal decks and surfaces in zero gravity.

In atmospheric flight, Vipers consume more [[Tylium]] fuel than in the vacuum of space. Once in an atmosphere, the engines must run continuously to maintain sufficient airflow over the wing lifting surfaces. Depending on the composition of the atmosphere itself, this can place severe strain on the Viper's engines ([[TRS]]: "[[You Can't Go Home Again]]"). In addition to greater fuel consumption, the high wing load (i.e. small wing area relative to weight) may compromise the Viper's overall maneuverability. Because the smaller wing surfaces generate less lift, higher speeds are needed to stay aloft. The fighter's RCS thrusters might partially compensate for this.

=== Life Support ===
Viper cockpits are pressurized and heated, and pilots wear [[flight suit]]s which, along with a breathing pack housed within the back, provide full life support should ejection be required ([[TRS]]: "[[You Can't Go Home Again]])". In atmospheric ejections, the seat jettisons automatically once clear of the Viper, exposing a parachute which is deployed at a safe altitude ([[TRS]]: "[[Act of Contrition]]", "[[Razor#William Adama|Razor]]").

Viper cockpits are also hardened against radiation, including a canopy made of a radiation-resistant glass and is capable of protecting a pilot against radiation levels that would kill a healthy human in 30 seconds (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'')

Because of the stamina required to operate Vipers, battlestars have a specialized [[weight room]] where the pilots maintain their physical condition.

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Mercury class battlestar

2013-01-30T21:16:22Z

Geo: Overall corrections, mostly shortening too long or double explanations on the same issue.

:''For the unnamed original class, to which ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' belongs, see [[Galactica type battlestar|''Galactica'' type battlestar]].''
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|image= Pegasus High Res.jpg
| title= ''Mercury'' class battlestar
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| propol = 8 sublight engines, maneuvering thrusters
| crew= approx 2,500
| role= Capital battleship/carrier
| weapons= 34 Primary [[KEW|Kinetic Energy Weapons]] (30 twin turrets, 4 fixed twin mounts) and point-defense [[KEW|Kinetic Energy Weapons]], conventional missiles, nuclear warheads, Vipers, Raptors
| length= {{Feet2Meters|5872}}<ref>[http://darthmojo.wordpress.com/2009/04/05/how-big-was-the-colony/#comment-2193 Blog comment] by [[Adam "Mojo" Lebowitz]].</ref>
| status= Sabotaged by Cylon forces
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'''''Mercury'' class battlestars''' are advanced Colonial capital warships/carriers of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]], top-of-the-line vessels at the time of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]

==Overview==
Appearantly introduced some years after the First [[Cylon War]], the ''Mercury'' class was designed to replace the aging ''Galactica'' type battlestars. It featured newer technologies, more automation, and could carry more Viper and Raptor support ships than its older predecessors. Despite the increase in capabilities, the Colonials seem to have more interest in producing the smaller ''Valkyrie'' types over the ''Mercury'' class.

==Layout==

Generally speaking, this class compares to the older ''Galactica'' type battlestars in terms of overall specifications.

===Main hull===

* '''The fore section''': Also known as the "alligator head", contains much of the living -and crew areas, including the [[CIC]].

* '''The mid section''': Contains the main flight decks, and aircraft service areas.

*'''The stern section''': Contains the ship's engine pods, FTL drives, and engineering facilities needed to maintain the ship's propulsion.

===Flight pods===

:''Main article: [[Flight pod]]''

The ''Mercury'' class sports four flight pods of a newer and more advanced design. Two dorsal, and two ventral pods, with advanced gravity systems keeping them in sync. Vipers and Raptors are able to land both "right side up" and "upside down" in relation to the ship. The dual pods allow for greater Viper recovery during combat. The ships' hangar deck and launch tubes are located in between the "right side up", and "upside down" flight decks, and feature the same layout and design as seen on the older ''Galactica'' type battlestars. Despite advancements, these pods are still able to launch older Vipers, such as the Mk. II's.

The pods are also kept stationary and do not retract into the hull, allowing these vessels to jump out of a battle zone faster than their older counterparts ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Orthographics===
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Image:Mercury Fore.jpg
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==Specifications==

===Propulsion===

:''Main article: [[Propulsion in the Re-imagined Series]]''

''Mercury'' class ships are equipped with 8 sublight engines attached to the outer hull, and group into clusters of four along the ventral and dorsal surfaces of the ship. These ships also feature maneuvering thrusters placed at key points on the ship, including two main thrusters on the forward section of the alligator head.

===Computer systems===

:''Main article: [[Computers in the Re-imagined Series]]''

Unlike their older counterparts, the ''Mercury'' class features advanced computer systems, including the [[Command Navigation Program]] developed by computer scientist Dr. [[Gaius Baltar]]. Designed to assist in advanced navigation techniques, the program was uploaded to all ships of this class sometime before the Fall of The Colonies. During the attacks, the Cylons were able to gain command privileges over the battlestar's functions and shut them down through a backdoor placed in this program.

===Armament===
[[Image:PegasusForeBatteries.jpg|thumb|right|''Pegasus'' firing its main battery ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").]]
[[Image:Pegaus taking a beating.jpg|thumb|right|The flak field from ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> batteries ([[TRS]]: "[[Exodus, Part II]]").]]

:''Main article: [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series]]''

*34 automated antiship [[Battery|gun turrets]] (mounting 2 guns apiece).
:[[Battery|Gun batteries]] on the ''Mercury'' class are distributed all over the ship ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]"), with the greatest concentration of large turrets found along the side of the ship, within the valley created by the upper and lower halves of the hull, and along the flight pods. Four are mounted on the underside of the upper hull on the ship's bow, below which sits four non-turreted large guns; these form the main forward batteries. Six turrets are mounted on each underside of the alligator head, grouped in pairs. There are also three turrets on the side of each flight pod, and two more turrets are mounted on the front and back of each flight pod. This amounts to a total of thirty-four main gun batteries. The turreted guns of the ''Mercury'' class have a higher rate of fire than ''Galactica's'' main guns when operating in flak mode, as demonstrated during a skirmish with [[Raider (RDM)|Cylon War-era raiders]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

*Numerous smaller point-defense turrets, located in between hull plates.

*Numerous missile tubes.

*Numerous [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] space superiority fighters.
:An example of this class, ''Pegasus'', carries a complement of 50 Raptors and 200 [[Viper Mark VII]] fighters (8 squadrons and two reserve squadrons color coded blue, red, green, yellow, orange, purple, black, white, and reserve squadrons gold and silver) <ref>Intelligence Debrief: Cylon Basestar, "Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine," June/July 2006, page 56.</ref>.
:The ''Mercury'' class battlestar has production facilities to build new [[Viper (RDM)|Viper Mark VIIs]] from basic resources ([[TRS]]: "[[Scar]]").

*Numerous [[Raptor]] multi-role vehicles.

===Crew===
The standard crew complement of a ''Mercury'' class battlestar is in excess of 2,500 ([[TRS]]: "[[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]," "[[Razor]]"). Advancement in Colonial technology have made many positions manned on older vessels obsolete. ''Mercury'' class ships may be bigger than these older vessels, but they only need half the crew to operate then the ''Galactica'' type battlestars during the First Cylon War.

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==Ships of the Line==
[[Image:Pegasus, Scorpion Shipyards.jpg|thumb|left|battlestar ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'']]

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== Notes ==
[[Image:Pegasus-Comparison.png|right|thumb|Comparison of [[Battlestar (TOS)|original series battlestar]] and ''Mercury'' class]]
The shape of the ''Mercury'' class resembles the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]] [[battlestar (TOS)|battlestar]] closer than the Re-imagined Series' ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]''. It has eight engine pods, compared to ''Galactica'''s six. The pods aboard the ''Mercury'' class battlestar appear more directly integrated with its rear section, and its flight pods share the original angular shape.

The visual effects artist of the re-imagined ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'', Jose A. Perez, has commented that, "The new design was somewhat of a cross between the look of the [[TOS|original-series]] [[battlestar (TOS)|battlestars]], and yet with elements of the [[Galactica (RDM)|new one]]. Aside from that, it has mostly hull plating (to absorb more damage), as opposed to the ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' which shows more ribbing."
Mr. Perez also commented that, "The harder edges (of the [[Pegasus (RDM)|''Pegasus'']]) were intentional as well, to match the interior style of the sets more."

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Wedge-shaped vessel

2013-01-30T14:58:43Z

Geo:

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| image= Unknown Wedge Vessel.jpg
| race= Colonial
| type= Military/Civilian
| ftl= Yes
| status= Scuttled, circa 5 ACH
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The '''"''Wedge''" type''' also known as a '''"''Defender''" type'''<ref>{{bsgwiki term}}</ref> is a support vessel in service with the [[Colonial Fleet]] by the tenth year of the [[First Cylon War]]. At some point during the War, one of these ships is reported destroyed by Cylon forces, and hidden away within Cylon controlled space. It later participates in a successful [[Ghost Fleet Offensive|Colonial Offensive]] against the Cylons ("[[Blood and Chrome]]").

After the [[Fall of the Colonies]], two of these ships [[Battle of Ragnar Anchorage|escape]] with ''[[Galactica (TRS)|Galactica]]'', though it is unknown if they share the same military role, as ''Galactica'' is initially the only known military vessel to have survived the attacks. However, at least one ship in the fleet, ''[[Adriatic]]'', was known to be armed with limited ship to ship missiles, but this vessel was never explicitly seen ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]").

These ships are later abandoned and scuttled, along with the rest of the fleet, after the discovery of a new world the Colonials later named [[Earth_(RDM)#A_New_Earth|Earth]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

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==Notes==
*This ship appears to be based on a design created by a fan of the series, Todd Boyce. On his website where many other [[fan fiction]] renderings are hosted, he called the ship the "''Defender''".

*With some Reaver additions, the ship appears as a background vessel in the movie ''Serenity''. The effects for both ''Serenity'' and ''Battlestar Galactica'' were produced by Zoic.

*Battlestar Wiki is not a [[fan fiction]] repository. However, the remarkable similarity between the artist's ship and its inclusion in the Re-imagined Series warrant mention in this encyclopedia.

==External links==
* [http://ravensbranch.allen.com/colonialshipdescriptions.html Todd Boyce's fan design and description].

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Sagittaron

2013-01-26T01:26:44Z

Geo:

'''Sagittaron''' is a colony located within the star system Cyrannus and is one of the [[Twelve Colonies of Kobol]], it is noted to be one of the poorer colonies due to centuries of exploitation. The Sagittaron capital is the city of Tawa ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]]).<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

== Geography and Climate ==

[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|left|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]

'''Sagittaron's''' land masses are profoundly mountainous in nature, with hundreds of isolated valleys dotted amongst them. Of note is the river Acheron, winding through the mountain ranges for perhaps several thousand kilometers, finally finding its way to the sea through a delta at which end lies an active volcano several kilometer offcoast.

The capital Tawa is situated over 1,600 kilometers inland where two rivers flow into a confluence, either merging to form the Acheron, or joining the main stem of the river. It is a city of marvelous temples and egg-shaped storage structures as a precaution for flooding and storms.

The climate in Sagittaron's fertile valleys is said to be agreeable, something that cannot be told about the mountain trails connecting them, which experience difficult weather circumstances and become impassable during winter, isolating the communities during this time of year.<ref>As mentioned in [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]</ref>

== History ==

'''Sagittaron'''<ref>The colony's name, Sagittaron, was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to "Sagittaron" when the regular series began.</ref> endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"), leading to the colony becoming one of the poorest ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

This continued even during [[Articles of Colonization|unified Colonial rule]], so that eventually [[Tom Zarek]] of the [[S.F.M.]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the fall of the Colonies. One of these acts include blowing up a government building ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). Under Sagittaron penal law, convicted felons lose their citizenship, but have it automatically reinstated after they finish serving their sentences. This included the right to vote and to stand for election ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").
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== Culture ==

The Sagittarons practice a form of the [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Colonial religion]] that can trace its roots back for at least 1,000 years. Like the [[Gemenon|Gemenese]], they developed a staunch religious stance but with possibly a greater emphasis on traditional folk practice than scripture. They view medicine as "an abomination, a sin against the gods," and instead use charms and natural remedies to promote health, such as the [[soma braid]] or the [[burdock root]]. This stubbornness and their perceived backwards nature has led to a bitter dislike by members of the other Colonies. During the Second Exodus, the bitterness is reinforced by the fact that many Sagittarons on [[New Caprica]] did not help to fight the Cylons, suggesting that the Sagittarons are also pacifists by nature.

They are strong adherents of [[Wikipedia:herbalism|herbal medicine]] and reject much of modern medicine, which has lead to derogatory terms such as "stubborn rootsucking jackasses". Dr. [[Michael Robert]] expresses skepticism about its effectiveness, however his statement implies that there has not been any serious research on the subject. Many Sagittarons wear [[soma braid]]s around their wrists, believing it will bring them health.

Given the long history of exploitation and persecution of Sagittaron, their rejection of modern medicine and distrust of the military may have a common source. Dualla, who is a Sagittaron herself, describes her people as "paranoid, pigheaded, and argumentative" ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

== Trivia ==

*In the [[Tomb of Athena]], the statue of an archer representing the leader of the tribe of Sagittarius, is missing its arrow. The [[Arrow of Apollo]] is placed on the statue, which activates a hologram that gives the Fleet its first waypoint to the location of [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").
*[[William Adama]]'s old [[Viper 7242|Viper Mark II]] is found on a salvage yard on Sagittaron, and later rebuilt as a gift from his [[deckhand]]s to the retiring battlestar commander ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries, Night 1]]").
*Sagittaron had 5,251 natives residing in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] after their colony's destruction ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
*[[Priyah Magnus]]
*Lieutenant [[Anastasia Dualla]]
*[[Tom Zarek]], Vice President and former Sagittaron representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*[[Valance]]
*[[Leon Grimes]]
*[[Portia King]] and her son, [[Willie King]]
*Mr. [[Buckminster]]
*[[Jacob Cantrell]], Sagittaron's last representative on the Quorum.

==In Other Continuities==

Sagittaron is depicted differently (and extensively) in [[Dynamite Comics]]'s comic series that focus on the life of [[Tom Zarek]] before and leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. See [[Sagittaron (alternate)]] for details.

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The Twelve Colonies of Kobol

2013-01-26T01:14:43Z

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:''This article discusses the Twelve Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. See [[The Twelve Colonies of Man]] for information on the Colonies of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]].''

[[File:Colonialseal.png|210px|right|[[Colonial Seal|Seal]] of the Twelve Colonies.]]
'''The Twelve Colonies of Kobol''' are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of our Galaxy. For 2,000 years they were home to the descendants of humans participating in the exodus of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]].<ref>Mentioned at [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11953827897 Serge's twitter account], given that Serge's account corresponds to 58 years before [[The Fall]].</ref> For most of the two millennia that these worlds were inhabited, the Twelve Colonies consisted of multiple sovereign states, but during the final fifty-two years leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], all twelve comprised a single state known as the United Colonies of Kobol ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]")<ref>The formal "United Colonies of Kobol" was never used on-screen, and appears only on the [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]].</ref>.

After the settlement, the colonies slowly began to prosper and eventually gave birth to a race of cybernetic lifeforms, known as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. Only a few years after their creation, the Cylons raged a devastating war on their creators' home planets, which ultimately led to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Wasted and in ruins, the once prosperous homeworlds of humanity were finally abandoned by both humans and Cylons. What became of them is unknown to their inhabitants' descendants.
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==Star System==
:''Note: A portion of the information listed below is taken from the [[Battlestar_Wiki:Canon#Official|official]], "quasi-canon" [[Battlestar Galactica Map of the 12 Colonies]]'' <ref name="io9">{{cite_web|url=http://io9.com/5742034/a-detailed-map-of-battlestar-galacticas-twelve-colonies?skyline=true&s=i|title=Detailed Map Of Battlestar Galactica's Twelve Colonies|date=24 January 2010|accessdate=29 January 2011|last=Anders|first=Charlie Jane|format=|language=English}}</ref>.

The Twelve Colonies are situated within the star system Cyrannus, located some 2,000 light years from Kobol, where humanity presumedly first evolved. All in all, Cyrannus is a vast and complex system, comprised of four <ref>In [[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]," a Cylon [[Hybrid]] indicates that the Colonies orbit three stars. </ref> stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. Each star is orbited by its own family of planets and other astronomical bodies. The stars come together to form two binary systems (Alpha/Beta and Gamma/Delta). Both pairs of stars then orbit each other around a third, central [[w:Barycentric coordinates (astronomy)|barycenter]] every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by 0.16 [[w:Light-year|light years]] or 10,091 Stellar Units, shortened to SU (In this case, 1 SU being equal to the average distance between Helios Alpha and the barycenter of the Caprica-Gemenon binary, roughly 150 million km).

===Helios Alpha===
Helios Alpha is a [[w:Main sequence|main sequence star]] of spectral class G2V and has a [[w:Solar mass|mass]] of 1.0, and was the first system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol, having first set foot on Gemenon. It shares its orbit with Helios Beta at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Icarus - A small planet located close to the star. It has a molten surface which makes mining and exploration impossible.
** Picon - This colony has an inclined orbit.
** [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] and Gemenon - These two colonies form a binary planet.
** [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Minos. It is the only moon with a ring, and home to several mining and scientific outposts.
** Erebos asteroid belt - This asteroid belt is rich in minerals, which were mined by Tauran prospectors for hundreds of years.
** Zeus - A gas giant located at the outer edge of the system. This gas giant is the largest planet in the four systems, with a diameter of 153,000 km at the equator. The planet has 74 moons, the largest of which are Nike and Hebe. Constant upper atmosphere lightning creates an aurora effect that can be seen with the naked eye.
** Persephone - Classified as a dwarf planet, Persephone is the outermost planet in the system and features an inclined and eccentric orbit. Colonial scientists believe this planet could be an escaped moon of Zeus.

This system is unique in the fact that Caprica and Gemenon share an orbit around a common barycenter. According to the Colonial map, the planets orbit each other once every 28.2 days, and are separated by a distance of 493,000 km. Based on these numbers, [[w:Kepler%27s_laws_of_planetary_motion#Third_law|Kepler's Third Law]] learns us that the combined mass of these colonies is about twice that of Earth.

===Helios Beta===
Helios Beta is a main sequence star of spectral class K1V and has a mass of 0.79. It was the second system settled by the Colonials after the exodus from Kobol. It shares its orbit with Helios Alpha at a distance of 63 SU. The pair complete an orbit once every 373 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** [[Troy (RDM)|Troy]] - A small, metal-rich planet, mined extensively by Virgon and Leonis since the founding of those two colonies.
** Leonis - The largest inhabited planet of the Twelve Colonies.
** [[Pallas]] - A small world with an inclined orbit once believed to hold a life sustaining atmosphere. It is no longer tectonically active. However, the Colonials have set up several small colonies and a military research station on the planet. Efforts to [[w:Terraforming|kobolform]] the planet have failed.
** Ouranos asteroid belt - This dense asteroid belt separates long-time rivals Leonis and Virgon, and has been a source of minerals for both colonies.
** Virgon - One of only three colonies to feature a moon, named Hibernia, and the only naturally habitable moon in the 12 Colonies. It was settled several centuries ago by the Celtans, an ethnic group opposed to Virgon rule.
** Hera - A gas giant, approximately 75,000 km in diameter, and the third largest planet in the Cyrannus system. It has 29 moons, the largest of which are Iris and Eubora.

===Helios Gamma===
Helios Gamma is a main sequence star of spectral class G9V and has a mass of 0.89. It was presumably the third system settled by the Colonials. Helios Gamma shares its orbit with Helios Delta at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Thanatos - This planet, named after the god of death, has a corrosive 'sulphur' dioxide atmosphere and is tidally locked to its star.
** Acheron asteroid belt - A broad asteroid belt, named after Sagittaron's largest river.
** Libran - Features two small moons, Herse and Pandrossos, which are thought to be captured asteroids. The moons orbit so close to each other, they periodically swap positions.
** Scorpia - Home to the Scorpia Fleet ship yards. The planet features a half ring, thought to be a moon that broke apart nearly 100,000 years ago.
** [[Sagittaron|Sagittaron]] - A barren, mountainous world.
** Ophion - A frigid gas giant with a diameter of 51,000 km, and an inclined orbit. The planet has 14 moons, all smaller than 10 km in diameter. Studies on the planet have Colonial scientists thinking that Ragnar was originally a member of the Helios Gamma system, while Ophion was not. Scientists think that Ophion was a rogue planet that passed close to Ragnar and was caught by the star, pushing Ragnar into its current orbit around the entire Gamma/Delta system.

===Helios Delta===
Helios Delta is a reddish main sequence star of spectral class K2V and has a mass of 0.74. It was the last of the four systems to be settled by the Colonials. Helios Delta shares its orbit with Helios Gamma at a distance of 70 SU, and completes an orbit once every 456 years.

* Planets and Other Astronomical Bodies
** Phoebe - A small world with a high surface temperature and thin atmosphere.
** Styx - A planet with a dense, reducing atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulfides.
** Aeolus asteroid belt - This asteroid belt features 'gaps', likely caused by tidal influences with Hestia and its two orbital companions.
** Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron - These planets share the same orbit.
*** Hestia - The smallest gas giant in the Cyrannian star system, Hestia only has a diameter of 47,000 km. It has 17 moons, the largest of which, Kronos and Rhea, share the same orbit.
** Aquaria - The coldest colony, with the most eccentric orbit of all the Twelve Colonies.

This system is unique in the fact that Aerilon, Hestia, and Canceron share the same orbit. The two colonies are positioned at Hestia's [[w:Lagrangian_point|Lagrangian points]], meaning that the gravitational pull of Helios Delta and Hestia are balanced, allowing two smaller bodies (Aerilon and Canceron) to share the same orbit in a "fixed" position, maintaining the same distance apart at all times. Aerilon sits at the (leading) L4 point, and Canceron at the (trailing) L5 point.

* [[Ragnar]] - A gas giant with a diameter of 138,000 km, orbits the entire Helios Gamma and Delta system in a 899.75 year period. It is about 110 SU away from the central barycenter. The Colonials use the planet as host to [[Ragnar Anchorage]], an orbital refueling station and naval armory that distills hydrocarbons from the planet's upper atmosphere. It has one moon, Sigurd. During the Fall of the Colonies, Ragnar was used as cover by the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]'', and later her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], after escaping the destruction of Caprica. It would be the last world of the Cyrannian system that most of the surviving Colonials would lay eyes on. Hours after arriving, ''Galactica'' took the gathered fleet, [[Battle_of_Ragnar_Anchorage|and fled the system]], never to return.

===Notes===
* The fact that the Colonies are located within one system originates from a [http://web.archive.org/web/20080620084336/http://blog.scifi.com/battlestar/archives/2005/01/#a000016 blog entry] by Ronald D. Moore.
* Jane Espenson revealed on Twitter that the Colonies are within a star cluster and share some orbits. The latter fact was finally shown to be true in the TV version of the [[Caprica pilot#Differences between the DVD and TV Cut|series premiere]] of ''Caprica''.
* Before the semi-canonical figure mentioned on the map, the original [[Miniseries]] script stated a pre-Fall population of about 12 billion. The webisodes "[[The Resistance]]" stated the death of 20 billion people caused by the Cylons.
*Serge's twitter [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543741200 mentions] that the exodus from Kobol is believed to be true by the inhabitants of the Twelve Colonies and it was from them that animals such as cats as well as dogs came to the Colonies. Furthermore, the [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/13899240134 twelve planets] are populated with a few other worlds in the star cluster, with the settled colonies [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12891949300 already] possessing some animal as well as plant life. Furthermore, Serge [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/17543813025 states] that not all the colonies are democracies, but rather each has their own style of government. ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]])
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==History==
{{mainarticle|History of the Twelve Colonies}}
[[Image:Home pt1-Kobol.jpg|thumb|[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], the ancient homeworld of humanity.]]
About 2,000 years prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the last twelve tribes of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] left their planet<ref>According to dialogue from "[[Torn]]", "[[A Measure of Salvation]]" and "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", the [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|Thirteenth Tribe]] left Kobol some 2,000 years ''before'' the twelve tribes. The Scroll of [[Pythia]] is dated as written 3,600 years before the last exodus of Kobol, and chronicles the Thirteenth Tribe's exodus.</ref> over conflicts with their [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies#The Lords of Kobol|gods]], as well as some sort of calamity ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]").

The tribes settled on twelve worlds some distance away ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]"). The tribes' namesakes and icons originally corresponded to the twelve signs of the ancient tribes, although these [[wikipedia:Zodiac|names]] drifted over time ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").<ref>Flag matches with Colonies from "Encyclopedia Galactica." ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine]]''. Feb./Mar. 2006: 50-55.</ref>

The early Colonies lived (and fought) more as sovereign nations. Some (particularly [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]) prospered, while others (such as [[Sagittaron]] and [[Aerilon]]) were often considered lessers. For labor forces as well as wars fought among each other, humanity created the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. When these [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|early models]] rebelled, the Colonies unified their governments under the [[Articles of Colonization]] at some point during the [[Cylon War]] into a federal republic known as the '''Twelve Colonies of Kobol'''.

The official symbol of the Twelve Colonies was the [[Colonial seal]]. The nation also had a distinctive [[Colonial anthem|anthem]].

===Downfall===
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[[Image:Bsyashuman.jpg|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], shortly before its downfall.]]
40 years after the end of the devastating war, the Cylons return and sow destruction among the worlds of their creators ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). For some time the Twelve Colonies remain occupied by Cylon forces and a [[Caprica resistance|small group of human survivors]]. After nine months, humanity and the Cylons leave the Cyrannus system forever ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

Out of all Colonial inhabitants, only about 55,000 survive the first days of the holocaust. Most of them leave the Colonies behind in two small [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleets]]. The fleet of the [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' eventually encounters both [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], as well as the original Thirteenth Colony [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some time after that, and after the destruction of the [[The Colony|the Cylon home world]], they settle on a [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|beautiful, rich world]], leaving behind the baggage of their Colonial heritage. ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[Razor]]", "[[Daybreak, Part II]]")

===Fate===
The ultimate fate of the Twelve Colonies 150,000 years after [[The Fall]] is unknown. Presumably, after several hundred years, their climates and surfaces would degrade until they resemble the original [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

It can be presumed that by present-day radiation levels would have lowered to a point where life would be allowed to flourish once again. But few, if any, traces would remain of the human civilizations that once thrived upon them, excluding remains in space, such as the remnants of [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] or [[Ragnar Anchorage]].
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==Aerilon==
{{mainarticle|Aerilon}}
[[Image:ColonialColors7.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aerilon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aries (constellation)|Aries]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aerelon

'''Population''': 1.2 billion

'''Patron God''': Demeter

'''Capital''': Gaoth

'''Major Cities''': Gaoth, Promethea

'''Attractions''': University of Aerilon, Promethea A & M

'''Pyramid Teams''': Aerilon Threshers, Promethea Golden Horns

Aerilon was primarily an agricultural world. It was considered to be the "food basket" of the Twelve Colonies and ranked among its poorest members ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The planet shares an orbit with the gas giant Hestia and Canceron, sitting in the L4 Lagrangian point. Aerilon's capital was Gaoth.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The mannerisms of Aerilon's natives were considered rough and rude, at least by [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprican]] standards. The people of this world also spoke with a distinctive accent that was quite hard to cover up ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

One of the very last [[Pyramid (RDM) | Pyramid]] games occurred on Aerilon, right before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Resistance]]"). A [[Lest We Forget|photograph]], showcasing the destruction of Aerilon's capital, Gaoth, becomes one of the most memorable documents of the Fall of the Twelve Colonies within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", deleted scene).

=== Natives ===
* [[Gaius Baltar | Gaius]] and [[Julius Baltar]]
* [[Sherry Bennett]]
* [[Sekou Hamilton]]
* [[Socinus]]

=== Notes ===
* On some occasions this colony's name was also spelled '''Aerelon'''. Battlestar Wiki uses the more commonly found '''Aerilon'''. There is a similar discrepancy in the pronunciation of the colony's name.
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==Aquaria==
[[Image:ColonialColors12.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Aquaria]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Aquarius (constellation)|Aquarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Aquarion

'''Population''': 25,000

'''Patron God''': Hermes

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Heim

'''Attractions''': Kyros Summerfest

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Aquaria is a "frigid" world with only one major land mass: Kyros, a crescent-shaped continent with volcanoes at both ends. Aquaria was widely known for its vast oceans ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Founded as a scientific research outpost, this remote world has also attracted a small (25,000 permanent) but sturdy population know for stubborn independence, social tolerance, and a unique barter system. However, the population can swell to as many as a half-million during the annual summerfest, which features music, dance, theater and epic poetry.

Despite the lack of an official capital city, the government held weekly community meetings that were open both citizens and non-citizens. A majority of issues addressed were passed by majority vote, even the election of the colony's Prime Minister.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

Its first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] post-[[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall]] is [[Miksa Burian]], who votes for [[Tom Zarek]] in the vice-presidential elections ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").

=== Notes ===
* On many occasions this colony's name was also spelled '''Aquarion'''. However, the name '''Aquaria''' was heard on screen during the Hybrid's monologue in "[[The Plan]]" and spoken by President Roslin when tallying the votes for vice- president ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").<ref>Serge's [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8704063822 Twitter account] states that both names are viable, with Aquarion being the official name and Aquaria a regional variation.</ref>
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-the-music-of-the-master-bear-mccreary.html LA Times article], Aquaria is described as a frigid ocean world, with small volcanic land masses and small communities. It is also said to be regarded as nothing more than a scientific research outpost by the other Colonies.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 Serge's twitter account], Aquaria doesn't have a capital city.
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==Canceron==
[[Image:ColonialColors9.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Canceron]]
[[Image:Canceron.png|thumb|right|Canceron from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Cancer (constellation)|Cancer]]

'''Population''': 6.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Hephaestus

'''Capital''': Hades

'''Major Cities''': Hades, Prommos, Mangala

'''Attractions''': Prommos, Ruby Range, Kor Yaz Glacier

'''Pyramid Teams''': Canceron Hydras, Hades Vice, Mangala Krill

Canceron is the most populous planet in the twelve worlds. It is located in the Helios Delta system, sharing its orbit with two other planets, one of them being Aerilon. The planet was well known for its beaches and had at least one large coastal metropolis ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The capital was Hades.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Canceron was a very overpopulated and poor colony. Canceron's major cities such as Hades and Mangala were known to have large slums. Its large population earned Canceron the nickname "The Largest Democracy" within the colonies, though some believed the government was nothing more than a corrupt Oligarchy.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/canceron-wants-a-fourth-pyramid-team.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Canceron Wants a Fourth Pyramid Team"].</ref> <ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/just-wondering-about-that-military-roadblock-thing.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Just Wondering About That Military Roadblock Thing"]</ref>

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Canceron is hit with at least three nuclear devices. One of the [[Luxury liner | passenger liners]] within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], ''[[Pyxis]]'', is one of the last ships that escapes this world when the attack began. Aboard is the [[Number Six]] copy [[Shelly Godfrey]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

[[Robin Wenutu]] is the Canceron delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall.

===Natives===
*[[Lexon]]
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==Caprica==
{{mainarticle|Caprica (RDM)}}
[[Image:ColonialColors3.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Caprica]]
[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|right|thumb|[[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] from orbit.]]
[[Image:Caprica City, The Plan.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City.]]
[[Image:Gemenon from Caprica City.jpg|thumb|right|The view of Gemenon from Caprica City.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[w:Capricornus|Capricorn]]

'''Population''': 4.9 billion

'''Patron God''': Apollo

'''Official Language''': Caprican

'''Capital''': [[Caprica City]]

'''Major Cities''': Caprica City, [[Delphi]], Phoebus

'''Attractions''': [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]], [[Atlas Arena]], [[Caprica_Interplanetary_Spaceport|Caprica Interplanetary Spaceport]], [[Graystone Industries]], Apollo University, [[Pantheon_Bridge|Pantheon Bridge]], Ionian Islands, Orpheus Park

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Caprica City Buccaneers]], Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns

Caprica was a lush blue-green planet, covered by large oceans and continents. It shares its orbit with Gemenon around a common barycenter, and can often be seen in the skies above the Caprican landscape. Depending on its orbit, the Caprican night can almost be negated by intense planetshine from Gemenon, although not as bright as the Caprican sun, there is enough light reflected back to effectively turn night into day ([[TRS]]: [[You Can't Go Home Again]], [[Litmus]]). Of curious note, Caprica features landmasses similar to a world the Colonials would eventually settle and come to call Earth.

Caprica was regarded as the center of Colonial civilization, even long before the [[First Cylon War]]. [[Graystone Industries]] was one of the Colonies' most influential technology developers and had a hand in creating the very [[U-87|first Cylons]]. Some 60 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]], Caprica was also plagued by [[Soldiers of the One | religiously]] motivated terrorism ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). After the war, the planet was once again the seat of politics, culture, art, science, learning and even the Colonial government. It was also one of the wealthiest colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").

During the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Caprica and it's surrounding airspace, played host to numerous skirmishes, one of which would eventually determine the outcome of the war. Caprica herself, comes under heavy attack from Cylon forces right from the start. With numerous basestars jumping directly into orbit, they are quickly able to gain the upper hand. At least four [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]], including the ''Yashuman'' and ''Valkyrie'', are quickly dispatched, and numerous targets, including the once proud Caprica City, are annihilated from orbit by nuclear weapons ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[The Plan]]"). The attacks leave the civilian shipping lanes in the vicinity of Caprica/Gemenon shut down, but the civilian ships are relatively ignored in the opening moments of the attack, in favor of military targets. This gives them time to gather and flee the area, picking up other survivors along the way. Eventually the fleet amasses over 100 ships of all kinds, both civilian and homeless military support craft. However, only 75 FTL capable ships are able to flee Caprican airspace, leaving the sub-lights, and their passengers, at the hands of the Cylons.

At the time of the attack, the ''Galactica'' was positioned 3 hours away, and was not able to partake in the defense of its home planet. It wasn't long, however, before the Cylons located its position, and attempted to take it out. After being struck by a nuclear warhead, suffering major damage, and not having anything to shoot with, but still in one piece, the ''Galactica'' had no choice but to retreat to the relative safety of the gas giant, [[Ragnar]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]), leaving Caprica, and the remaining survivors, completely defenseless and on their own.

After the space-faring Colonials flee, Caprica is occupied by [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]], attempting to undo the damage they've done, and colonize the planet themselves. They often clash with [[Caprica resistance|human survivors]] within the Colonies, and fight on this world for several weeks. The occupation and resistance both end roughly nine months after the attack and the planet is left for good ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]", "[[Resistance]]", "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[The Plan]]").

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]). An attempted settlement by the survivors of the holocaust is named [[New Caprica]] in honor of the original colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").

The first [[Quorum of Twelve (TRS)|Quorum of Twelve]] delegate after the Fall is [[Gaius Baltar]]. Years later this spot is taken by [[Lee Adama]], the last Quroum delegate from that colony before Delegate Adama establishes the [[Quorum of Ship's Captains]] in the wake of the mass-execution of the Quorum during [[Gaeta's Mutiny]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").

===Natives===
* [[William Adama | William]], [[Tamara Adama|Tamara]], [[Zak Adama|Zak]] and [[Lee Adama]]
* [[Richard Adar]], presumed as he was also the mayor of Caprica City at one point
* [[Daniel Graystone|Daniel]], [[Amanda Graystone|Amanda]] and [[Zoe Graystone]]
* [[Lacy Rand]] and her family
* [[Laura Roslin | Laura]], [[Cheryl Roslin|Cheryl]] and [[Sandra Roslin]], as well as their parents
* [[Ben Stark]] and his mother, [[Natalie Stark|Natalie]]
* [[Kara Thrace|Kara]], [[Socrata Thrace|Socrata]] and (presumably) [[Dreilide Thrace]]

===Notes===
* Caprica was and continues to be the world most prominently depicted in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|re-imagined series continuity]]. Until "[[Razor]]", none of the other eleven Colonies was verifiably depicted on screen.
*Serge's Twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11920922009 states] that Caprica had a number of unique lifeforms on its surface, though transplantation by early Colonists spread them to the other planets.
*Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/11861670347 notes] that Caprica spends the most on Colonial defense in the years prior to the First Cylon War.
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==Gemenon==
[[Image:ColonialColors5.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Gemenon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]]

'''Population''': 2.8 billion

'''Patron God''': Hera

'''Official Language''': Old Gemenese

'''Capital''': [[Oranu]]<ref>{{cite_web|url=http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/gemenon-the-evil-twin-of-caprica.php|title=Gemenon: The (Evil) Twin of Caprica|date=24 Aprilis YR42|accessdate=10 November 2011|last=Sinclair|first=Ralston|format=|language=English}}</ref>

'''Major Cities''': Oranu, Illumini

'''Attractions''': Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Gemenon Twins]], Illumini Vipers

[[Image:Gemenon.JPG|thumb|right|Gemenon and the distant Helios Delta seen from orbit.]]
Gemenon was the first world colonized by the humans of Kobol. It shares its orbit around Helios Alpha with Caprica, completing an rotation once every 28.2 days. Its status as a twin planet gives it its name<ref>[http://files.meetup.com/405090/Serge%20Graystone's%20Twitter%20Feed.pdf Serge Graystone's Twitter feed]</ref>. Its climate can vary wildly, featuring frozen plateaus, and searing deserts, which can make life difficult for its inhabitants.

It was one of the poorer colonies and its people, the Gemenese, were known for their religious fundamentalism ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Dirty Hands]]").<ref> Despite this fundamentalist approach to the polytheistic Colonial religion, the Gemenese were known to be tolerant of all forms of worship, including monotheism. In fact, the monotheist movement is said to have begun on Gemenon.

The people of Gemenon are consistently referred to as "Gemenese" in both the [[Re-imagined Series]] and [[Caprica (series)|Caprica]].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]], Gemenon was home to the [[Kobol Colleges]] and a monotheistic cult called "[[Soldiers of the One|The Soldiers of the One]]" ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries, Night 2]]; [[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Gemenon's second-largest city, Illumini, was built around a large Pantheon complex, composed of buildings intended to worship and celebrate every deity in the [[Sacred Scrolls]].<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

The Gemenese were known for their literal interpretations of the [[Sacred Scrolls|Scrolls]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Fragged]]"). Most of the population of Gemenon was apparently very strongly opposed to the federal laws legalizing abortion ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

The planet also had either an old or disused language, known as [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|Old Gemenese]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Image:GemenonCityscape.jpg|thumb|left|A city on Gemenon.]]
During the [[Fall_of_the_Twelve_Colonies|Cylon attack]], Gemenon comes under heavy assault by Cylon air and ground forces, completely obliterating one city with a high-yield nuclear device, and causing extensive damage to another with conventional means. At least one ship, the ''Cybele'', is able to escape the destruction of its port and occupying Cylon forces, and find Roslin's fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

Three months after the attacks, approximately 9,500 Gemenese break away from the main fleet, and join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]"). The large and devoted Gemenese population continues to be an important political factor within the [[The Fleet (RDM)|fugitive fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Captain's Hand]]").

===Natives===
*[[Adrien Bauer]]
*[[Jurgen Belzen]] and his family
*[[Rya Kibby]]
*[[Romo Lampkin]]
*[[Sarah Porter]], former delegate to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*Corporal [[Venner]]

===Notes===
* If the word "Inviere" (meaning "Resurrection") is any indication, Old Gemenese was probably similar to the Romanian language of [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|our Earth]].
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/8705440343 Serge's Twitter account], Gemenon is the planet that shares its orbit with [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. This planet is seen at the beginning of the aired ''Caprica'' pilot, but is not clearly identified as such until [[CAP]]: "[[The Heavens Will Rise]]" in a visual transition from Caprica to Gemenon.
* As an Easter Egg in ''[[The Plan]]'', the building on the lower left of the screen is the same one where the [[memoryalpha:Romulan Senate|Romulan Senate]] assembles in ''[[memoryalpha:Star Trek Nemesis|Star Trek Nemesis]]''. A detailed picture of this building is available [[memoryalpha:File:Romulan senate building, 2379.jpg|here]].
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==Leonis==
[[Image:ColonialColors8.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Leonis]]
[[Image:Leonis.png|thumb|right|A Leonan thoroughfare under Cylon assault.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Leo (constellation)|Leo]]

'''Population''': 2.6 billion

'''Patron God''': Artemis

'''Official Language''': Leonese

'''Capital''': Luminere

'''Major Cities''': Luminere, Hedon

'''Attractions''': Royal Palace of Leonis, Hedon Grand Casino

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Leonis Wildcats]], Hedon Suns

Leonis is the second planet in the Helios Beta system, and was geographically known for its open plains ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). The planet itself has no axial tilt, which supports a mild and predictable climate. It was a major hub for both education and industry, and despite Colonial unification, was able to maintain its own language and culture.

In the era prior to the [[First Cylon War]], Leonis produced and exported a popular energy drink named "Leonis Red".<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref> [[Leonis Estates Sparkling Wine]] was a type of alcohol produced on this colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]").

During the final Cylon [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack]], Leonis is struck with at least one, low-yield nuclear device, that was able to stun its residents and disable any means of escape. Those who survived the blast, are then seen being systematically eliminated by both ground and air forces ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). It is unknown if any are collected and used in the Four's various [[farms]].

[[Safiya Sanne]] is the Leonan representative on the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]].
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==Libran==
[[Image:ColonialColors11.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Libran]]
[[Image:Libran.gif|thumb|right|The courthouses of Libran.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Libra (constellation)|Libra]]

'''Alternative Name''': Libris

'''Population''': 2.1 million

'''Patron God''': Athena

'''Capital''': None

'''Major Cities''': Themis

'''Attractions''': Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena

'''Pyramid Teams''': None

Libran was known for its courthouses and lawyers ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"), and was the home of the [[Inter-Colonial Court]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Gravedancing]]"). The planet had no official capital.<ref name="capitals3">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] stated in[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545438632 this tweet] that Aquaria and Libran "don't have official capitals".</ref>

A major city on Libran was called [[Themis]] which had a large, modern [[pyramid]] arena built sometime before the First Cylon War. Yet at this time Libran had no official pyramid team.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/sports/libran-needs-a-pyramid-team-statim.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Libran Needs a Pyramid Team Statim"].</ref>

After the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], [[Oswin Eriku]] is chosen to be this colony's representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]].

''[[Zephyr]]'', a passenger liner in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]], is of Libran registry.<ref>This was stated in a Fleet overview on scifi.com. This section of the site has long been shut down.</ref>

===Notes===
* The Colony's actual name, '''Libran''', was not heard on screen until "[[The Plan]]" but could already be seen on a name plate in "[[The Ties That Bind]]" and "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]". Before that it was often called '''Libris''' in secondary publications.
* The city that is seen when Libran is mentioned in the "Caprica is burning" monologue in "[[The Plan]]", bears a striking resemblance to [[Tauron City]], as seen in "[[Know Thy Enemy]]".
*Serge's twitter account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877355213 says] that the Libran court system served as a body through which trade disputes and legal matters were capable of being sorted amongst the colonies. He also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/15877298276 states] that it is a high earning colony but is not regarded as a desirable place to live.
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==Picon==
[[Image:ColonialColors2.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Picon]]
[[Image:Picon.png|thumb|right|Picon from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Pisces (constellation)|Pisces]]

'''Population''': 1.4 billion

'''Patron God''': Poseidon

'''Capital''': Queenstown

'''Major Cities''': Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn

'''Attractions''': Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Picon Panthers]]

Picon was a turquoise planet, containing 75% water, and famous for its harbors ([[TRS]]: [[The Plan]]). The capital city was Queenstown, which started as a relatively small fishing village.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref><ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>

During the planet's off-season, most of the landscape became cold and rugged.<ref name="capricanpicon">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/p-is-for-paradise-p-is-for-picon.php ''The Caprican'' article: "'P' Is for 'Paradise, 'P' Is for Picon"].</ref> The planet was often used as a substitute for [[Caprica City]] in Caprican films and TV series.<ref name="capricanvacations">[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/lifestyle/top-5-off-beat-vacation-destinations.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Top 5 Off-Beat Vacation Destinations"].</ref>

After the Unification of the Twelve Colonies this world was the location of the [[Picon Fleet Headquarters|Colonial Fleet Headquarters]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]). Picon was also the home of [[Picon Laboratories]], located in Pailyn, Muritolan ([[TRS]]: "[[Faith]]").

The colony came under heavy attack during the early stages of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. One of the last ships to leave the planet was the ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'', carrying many wounded people including an unconscious [[Ellen Tigh]] ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]").

The destruction of Picon's Fleet Headquarters caused President [[Richard Adar]] to offer a complete and unconditional surrender to the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]. This offer was ignored by the invading forces ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

===Natives===
* [[Asha Janik]]
* [[Billy Keikeya | Billy Keikeya's]] family
* [[Playa Palacios]]

===Publications===
*''[[Picon Star Tribune]]''

=== Notes ===
*Picon's destination as a substitute for Caprica in films and series is likely a reference to Canada, and particularly Vancouver, where both the [[Re-Imagined Series]] and ''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'' were filmed.
*[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/12144717655 According] to Serge's twitter account, Picon has the most efficient, cooperative and responsive democracy in the colonies.
*In one [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10988850734 post], it's said that Picon offers tax incentives for production of TV programs on the planet though Caprica remains the leading producer of such shows.
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==Sagittaron==
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[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Sagittarius (constellation)|Sagittarius]]

'''Alternative Name''': Sagittarion

'''Population''': 1.7 billion

'''Patron God''': Zeus

'''Capital''': Tawa

'''Attractions''': Acheron River

'''Pyramid Teams''': [[Sagittaron Archers]]

Sagittaron was one of the poorest worlds of the Twelve Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). The capital of this planet was Tawa.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

The Sagittarons were traditionalists who practiced a different form of religion from the other Colonials. They distrusted modern medicine and were generally unsupportive of the military ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

The Planet endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies. Eventually, [[Tom Zarek]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall of the Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]").

A few days after the Cylon attack, 5,251 people from this world reside within [[The Fleet (RDM)|the Fleet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
* [[Jacob Cantrell]]
* [[Anastasia Dualla]]
* [[Portia King | Portia]] and [[Willie King]]
* [[Clarice Willow]]
* [[Tom Zarek]]

===Notes===
* The colony's name was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to '''Sagittaron''' when the regular series began.
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==Scorpia==
[[Image:ColonialColors6.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Scorpia]]
[[Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|thumb|right|Scorpia and its shipyards from orbit.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Scorpius|Scorpio]]

'''Population''': 450 million

'''Patron God''': Dionysus

'''Capital''': Celeste

'''Major Cities''': Celeste, Argentum

'''Attractions''': Argentum Bay, Guardian Mountains, Scorpia Shipyards

'''Pyramid Teams''': Scorpia Stingers, Celeste Storms, Celeste Lightning, Argentum Bay Silverstars

Scorpia was known for its lush jungles and hot temperatures ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]"). Scorpia's capital was Celeste.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Before the [[First Cylon War]] one of the major leisure spots of the world was Argentum Bay, despite the colony's trashy reputation.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/entertainment/argentum-bay-the-ultimate-vernal-break.php ''The Caprican'' article: "Argentum Bay: The Ultimate Vernal Break"].</ref>. The Planet was also apparently well-known for its [[Scorpia Paragliding|Paragliding]] ([[TRS]]: "Razor").

After the Unification, Scorpia was home to the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].

During the initial [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], Scorpia falls victim to numerous massive nuclear attacks, destroying much of the population. Cylon forces also focus on the orbiting ship yards, obliterating the structure, destroying numerous Battlestars and support ships, and causing [[Pegasus (RDM)|another one]] to risk a blind jump in order to escape ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

[[Eladio Puasha]] serves as the planet's delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] assembled after the Fall.
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===Notes===
* In an [http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/showtracker/2010/01/caprica-countdown-paula-malcolmsons-moving-away-from-deadwoods-trixie.html LA Times article], Scorpia is described as having a "scorpion tail-like half-ring".
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==Tauron==
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[[Image:ColonialColors4.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Tauron]]
[[Image:Tauron.png|thumb|right|[[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] from orbit, and under Cylon assault.]]
[[Image:TauronCity.JPG|thumb|right|Pre-Cylon War Minos (Tauron City).]]
[[Image:TauronTwinPlanet.JPG|thumb|right|Tauron's moon, Minos, in the evening sky.]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Taurus (constellation)|Taurus]]

'''Population''': 2.5 billion

'''Patron God''': Ares

'''Official Language''': Tauron

'''Capital''': [[Hypatia]]

'''Major Cities''': Hypatia, [[Tauron City]] (Minos)

'''Attractions''': Minos, Olympia Hippadrome, Great Tauron Plains

'''Pyramid Teams''': Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls

Tauron was a barren, arid planet that lacked any kind of flowers. However, it was well-known for its agriculture ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]). Its capital was [[Hypatia]]<ref name="capitals2">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Caprica, Tauron and Picon [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 this tweet].</ref>, another large city was [[Tauron City]]. The planet shared its orbit with another ringed world ([[CAP]]: "[[Know Thy Enemy]]" - see notes).

Taurons were known to be very traditional people, even speaking a very old and distinctive [[Language in the Twelve Colonies|language]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

Some 800 years before [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|the Fall]] Tauron was colonized by [[#Virgon|Virgon]] and [[#Leonis|Leonis]]. The people of Tauron liberated themselves and ever since this world has been known for its troubled and violent history.<ref>[http://showblogs.syfy.com/caprican/opinion/racism-an-unacceptable-aspect-of-caprican-life.php ''The Caprican'' article: "An Unacceptable Aspect of Caprican Life"].</ref>

Nearly a century before its Fall, Tauron was one of the poorer colonial worlds and the center of a [[Tauron Civil War|civil war]]. A few years before the [[First Cylon War]], the crime syndicate [[Ha'la'tha]] had enormous influence over the planet, which even extended to other colonies, such as [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[CAP]]: [[Caprica pilot|Pilot]]).

During the War, [[Hypatia]] was was the location of a [[Battle of Tauron|fierce and lossy battle]] against [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon forces]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]", extended Edition).

After the War, Tauron was known to be a somewhat troublesome colony within the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|federal system]] of the Colonies, often disobeying directives decided by the colonies and pushing their luck with the admiralty ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"). Yet this world was counted among the wealthier of the twelve worlds ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

===Natives===
* [[Joseph Adama | Joseph]] and [[Sam Adama]]
* [[Shannon Adama]] and her mother, [[Ruth]]
* [[Helena Cain]] and her murdered family
* [[Tomas Vergis]]

===Notes===
* The language of Tauron is remarkably similar to Ancient Greek that, thousands of years later, was spoken on [[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth | a planet]] on the other side of the galaxy.
* According to [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10335013016 Serge's Twitter Account] Tauron only has a moon.
* Serge's Twitter account also [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545200174 stated] Tauron's capital to be [[Hypatia]].
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==Virgon==
[[Image:ColonialColors1.png|thumb|100px|right|Colors and symbol of Virgon]]
'''Ancient Name''': [[wikipedia:Virgo (constellation)|Virgo]]

'''Population''': 4.3 billion

'''Patron God''': Hestia

'''Capital''': Boskirk

'''Major Cities''': Boskirk, Blaustad, Hadrian

'''Attractions''': House of Parliament, Tower of Virgon, Petrus Palace, Virgon Universities

'''Pyramid Teams''': Virgon United, [[Boskirk All Reds]]

Virgon was well-known for its forests ([[TRS]]: "[[The Plan]]") and considered to be one of the wealthier colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]"). The capital of Virgon was Boskirk.<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

Virgon had a declining monarchy and a strong national parliament, at least 58 years before the Fall of the Colonies.<ref>Mentioned by [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/statuses/10937229785 Serge's twitter account].</ref>

[[Virgon Brew]] was a beer produced on the planet and exported to other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Maelstrom]]").

Soon after the beginning of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]], the Colonials launch a counter-attack over Virgon. The battle ends with the destruction of the flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'' and the resulting death of [[Nagala|Fleet Admiral Nagala]] ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).

[[Marshall Bagot]] is the Virgon delegate to the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]. He nominates [[Tom Zarek]] for the vice-presidency ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]"). In public ceremonies, the Virgon delegate wears a light blue sash.

===Notes===
*Serge's Twitter Account [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10937229785 states] that Virgon has a declining monarchy with a strong parliament.
*Virgon draws many parallels with present-day Earth's Britain; a declining monarchy, birthplace of Colonial language, coloniser of other planets (comparable to countries) and 'Virgon United' and 'Boskirk All Reds' are similar to Manchester United, a prominent English football team, also known as the Red Devils.

== See Also==
*[[Ithaca]]

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User talk:Frylock86

2013-01-22T15:49:12Z

Geo: /* Galactica Type Battlestar revision */

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== Gemenon Picture ==

Is there a reason you think the sun in the picture of Gemenon from orbit is Helios Delta, instead of Helios Alpha? -- [[User:Noneofyourbusiness|Noneofyourbusiness]] 18:43, 29 January 2011 (UTC)

== I have responded ==

See my user page for the response, and please do not change any of the pages to reflect your position until we have cleared this up. Even if it were a Valkyrie type, it may not be the same one. [[User:Phalanx-a-pedian|Phalanx-a-pedian]] 21:27, 17 November 2012 (EST)

== ''Osiris'' as a battlestar? ==

Frylock86, I reverted the changes you made today claiming that ''Osiris'' is a battlestar based only on a uniform patch. If only the word "battlestar" can be made out on the patch and nothing else is legible (particularly the word "Osiris"), then it's only circumstantial evidence at best. It's just as likely that the producers recycled uniform patches from the TV series as a cost-cutting measure, assuming that very few viewers would notice such a tiny detail on screen. Throughout BSG, battlestars always had a distinctive basic design: elongated flight pods on the port and starboard sides of the ship. ''Osiris'' does not have these. Even though it seems to be capable of doing many of the things battlestars can do, that doesn't make it a battlestar. If you can upload a screen capture of a patch that clearly shows the words "battlestar" and "Osiris," then it would be safe to make the change. -- [[User:BlueResistance|BlueResistance]] 15:47, 19 November 2012 (EST)

== ''Galactica Type Battlestar'' revision ==

Frylock86, a few things that don't seem clear to me in your revision of the overview section, or comes over as conjecture:

" with 12 ships initially being built by, and representing, each of the Colonies "

To me, this seems to mean that each colony built its own battlestar. But likely not all the colonies had the means to construct ships the size of Galactica. Aquaria, Libran, and perhaps Sagittaron come to mind.

" They formed the lead ships of period Battlestar Groups, "

What do you mean by "period" Battlestar Groups? Battlestar Groups during the Cylon War period? If so, it seems badly phrased.

" Unfortunately, the class didn't hold up well to the Cylon threat, [snip], [8] quite possibly due to the corners that were cut in their construction - a similar fate Galactica would suffer nearly 45 years later. "

This is conjecture. The majority of the 12 original battlestars could as well have been destroyed due to the severity of which the war was fought. A decade of heavy action isn't the best way to keep a class of ships in good shape. And just because Galactica was seemingly build cutting corners, that doesn't mean shipyards around other colonies use similar practices.

" but their main show of force came from the multiple Viper stacks housed in the flight pods. "

Personally, I'd use the word "squadrons" here instead of "stacks", and rephrase the text afterwards a bit to explain the stack system. [[User:Geo|Geo]] 14:26, 20 January 2013 (EST)

===Revisions===

** "To me, this seems to mean that each colony built its own battlestar. But likely not all the colonies had the means to construct ships the size of Galactica. Aquaria, Libran, and perhaps Sagittaron come to mind."

- Yes. From what I understand the Colonies initially built 12 battlestars, with each one representing each Colony. ''Galactica'' represented [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], for example.

** "What do you mean by "period" Battlestar Groups? Battlestar Groups during the Cylon War period? If so, it seems badly phrased."

- Yes. Cylon War period groups, since we have no idea what "modern" groups looked like.

** "This is conjecture. The majority of the 12 original battlestars could as well have been destroyed due to the severity of which the war was fought. A decade of heavy action isn't the best way to keep a class of ships in good shape. And just because Galactica was seemingly build cutting corners, that doesn't mean shipyards around other colonies use similar practices."

- True. We could remove that if people would like.

- Fry.

" - Yes. From what I understand the Colonies initially built 12 battlestars, with each one representing each Colony. ''Galactica'' represented [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], for example. "

Yes, but what I meant was your phrasing indicates each colony built its own Galactica-style battlestar. But some colonies likely didn't have the means to do so on their own for a variety of reasons. Be it either too low a population level, planetary poverty, lack of a proper shipyard, submission to another colony,...

Not inclined to have a go at the "stack" description? ;) -- [[User:Geo|Geo]] 10:49, 22 January 2013 (EST)

Unnamed Colonial vessels

2013-01-20T22:10:55Z

Geo: /* Galactica type */ - slight rephrase to encompass the ''whole'' Ghost Fleet

:''This article lists seen, but unnamed [[battlestar]]s and their support ships in the [[Battlestar Galactica (TRS)|Reimagined Series]].''

== ''Galactica'' type ==
{{mainarticle|Galactica type battlestar}}
During the First [[Cylon War]], ''Galactica'' and two unnamed Battlestars are seen with their Viper escorts over one of the Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").

An unnamed ''Galactica'' type Battlestar is seen hiding out in Cylon held space among the Battlestars ''[[Valkyrie]]'', ''[[Osiris]]'', heavy cruiser ''[[Loki]]'' ("[[Blood and Chrome]]"), and a number of other ships.

Another unnamed ''Galactica'' type is seen participating in [[Operation Raptor Talon]], in cooperation with ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', and ''[[Columbia (RDM)|Columbia]]'' ("[[Razor Flashbacks]]"). The series bible hints that this battlestar might be ''[[List_of_battlestars_(TRS)#Athena|Athena]]''.

At least two ''Galactica'' type Battlestars are moored at the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] at the time of the surprise attack against the Colonies. They are sitting ducks, and are quickly destroyed by Cylon forces ("[[Razor]]"). <ref>http://www.battlestarforum.com/album.php?albumid=68&pictureid=690</ref> <ref>http://www.battlestarforum.com/album.php?albumid=68&pictureid=691</ref>

Another ''Galactica'' type is seen wrecked above [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] shortly after the renewed Cylon attacks ("[[Miniseries]]").

<gallery>
Image:15.jpg|''Galactica'' and two ''Galactica'' type battlestars in different configurations over Caprica.
Image:Destroyed Battlestar Mini.JPG|A destroyed ''Galactica'' type battlestar near Caprica ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries]]").
Image:Operation Raptor Talon.jpg|''Columbia'', ''Galactica'' and one unnamed battlestar over an [[ice planet]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor Flashbacks]]").
Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards1.jpg|Docked at the shipyards over Scorpia (upper right) ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").
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== ''Valkyrie'' type ==
{{mainarticle|Valkyrie type battlestar}}
At least four unnamed ''Valkyrie'' type Battlestars are seen hiding out in Cylon held space along side the Battlestars ''[[Valkyrie]]'', ''[[Osiris]]'' and heavy cruiser ''[[Loki]]'' ("[[Blood and Chrome]]").

At least four Battlestars of ''[[Valkyrie]]'''s design are also docked at the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards and destroyed by the Cylons ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

One unnamed ''Valkyrie'' type is seen taking formation alongside the Battlestars ''[[Yashuman]]'' and ''[[Valkyrie]]'' in the opening moments of the renewed Cylon attacks against the Colonies, and is destroyed above [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] shortly after ("[[The Plan]]").

<gallery>
Image:Valkyrie-type battlestar.jpg|''Valkyrie'' type battlestar destroyed in its berth ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").
Image:Battlestar Valkyrie The Plan.png|''Valkyrie'', ''Yashuman'', and a third ''Valkyrie'' type prepare for Cylon attack ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").
Image:Valkyrie B C.png|In hiding... ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
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== ''"Berzerk"'' type ==

At least three ''"Berzerk"'' type<ref>Based on an original design by [[Eric Chu]], the version seen in "Razor" was created by Charles Oines of [http://www.irrationaldesigns.com/index.html Irrational Designs]. While not [[canon]]ical, Oines's artwork designates the vessel as a "Berzerk-class". His web site has full renderings of the ship.</ref> cruisers are seen hiding out in Cylon held space along side the Battlestars ''[[Valkyrie]]'', ''[[Osiris]]'' and heavy cruiser ''[[Loki]]'' ("[[Blood and Chrome]]").

Another ship of this class, is docked next to ''[[Pegasus (TRS)|Pegasus]]'' during the [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

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Image:Pegasus, Scorpion Shipyards.jpg|Docked at the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").
Image:Valkyrie_B_C.png|In hiding... ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
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== ''"Defender"'' type ==
{{mainarticle|Wedge-shaped vessel}}

An unnamed ship of this class is seen hiding out in Cylon held space along side the Battlestars ''[[Valkyrie]]'', ''[[Osiris]]'' and heavy cruiser ''[[Loki]]'' ("[[Blood and Chrome]]").

At least two ships of this class are converted for civilian use, and escape the Colonies with the Battlestar ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' ([[TRS]]).

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Image:Unknown Wedge Vessel.jpg|A ''"Defender"'' type is seen fleeing [[New Caprica]] after being discovered by a Cylon fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]").
Image:Wedge.PNG|Seen with the Fleet just before ''[[Galactica]]'' jumps away to the Cylon Colony ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak]]").
Image:Wedge 2.png|Seen (bottom left) hiding with a Colonial ghost fleet within Cylon held space ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
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== ''Loki'' type ==
{{mainarticle|Loki type heavy cruiser}}

There are at least three ships of this class, including the ''Loki'', hiding out in Cylon held space near [[Sector 12]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").

There are at least two of these ships flying formation with ''Galactica'' when [[William Adama]] is brought aboard ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").

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Image:Loki.png|Fore section of the ''Loki'' ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
Image:Wedge 2.png|Two ''Loki'' type heavy cruisers hiding with a Colonial ghost fleet within Cylon held space ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
Image:Loki Engines.png|Aft section of the ''Loki'', featuring an engine pod ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
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== ''"Catamaran"'' type ==

There are at least two ships of this class<ref>{{bsgwiki term}}</ref> hiding out in Cylon held space along side the Battlestars ''[[Valkyrie]]'', ''[[Osiris]]'' and heavy cruiser ''[[Loki]]'' ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").

Two more vessels of this class are also seen with ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica's]]'' battle group when [[William Adama]] transfers aboard ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").

===Notes===

This class shares many design similarities with the [[Orion Class Battlestar|''Orion'' class]].

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Image:Battlestar Galactica - Blood And Chrome Appearence.png|The ''"Catamaran"'' type can be seen above and below the ''Galactica'', with a ''Loki'' type in the background.
Image:Catamaran.png|The underside of the ''"Catamaran"'' type.
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== ''"Watersled"'' type ==

One ship of this class can be seen beneath a ''Catamaran'' type of ship in the Ghost Fleet hiding out near [[Sector 12]].
It appears to have two flight pods positioned beside the main hull.

<gallery>
Image:Valkyrie_B_C.png|The ''"Watersled"'' type can be seen at the top middle part of the picture, below the ''"Catamaran"'' type ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
Image:Wedge 2.png|A sideview of the ''"Watersled"'' type right in the center of the image inbetween both ''"Loki"'' type heavy cruisers ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood and Chrome]]").
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User talk:Frylock86

2013-01-20T19:27:09Z

Geo: /* Galactica Type Battlestar revision */

User talk:Frylock86

2013-01-20T19:26:14Z

Geo: /* Galactica Type Battlestar revision */

User talk:Frylock86

2013-01-20T19:24:43Z

Geo:

Scorpion Fleet Shipyards

2013-01-19T12:40:29Z

Geo: Changed "vary" to "very" in third paragraph.

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| title= Scorpion Fleet Shipyard(s)
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= No
| crew= Unknown
| role= Shipyard
| weapons= Multiple Vipers; Multiple point-defense [[KEW|Kinetic Energy Weapons]]
| status= Destroyed in [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards| Cylon attacks]]
| img= Y
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The '''Scorpia/Scorpion Fleet Shipyard(s)'''<ref>Both "shipyards" and "shipyard" are used in dialogue.</ref> were a series of [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] drydocks located in orbit around [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)#Scorpia|Scorpia]].

The docks themselves appear to be able to accommodate various Colonial vessels including ''[[Thera Sita]]'' type transports, [[Mercury_class_battlestar|Mercury class battlestars]], [[Valkyrie_Type_Battlestar|''Valkyrie'' type battlestars]], [[Galactica_type_battlestar|''Galactica'' type battlestars]], and [[Unnamed_battlestars#.22Berzerk.22_Class_Escort|''Berzerk'' type cruisers]]. Cargo is transported along the entire length of the facilities by cargo trains that are able to move along both the top and bottom to deliver the cargo to its destinations. The shipyards also feature various points for Colonial craft to replenish their [[Tylium]] supply, and store the fuel in massive storage tanks at various positions along the structure.

Defensively, the structure features very little and must rely on [[Colonial_Fleet_(RDM)|The Fleet]] for long term defense, however, the structure includes various [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] hangars, and anti-aircraft turrets along the entire length of the structure.

In the opening moments of the attacks, the Cylons are able to surprise the Colonials by detonating multiple nuclear warheads in range of the shipyards, eliminating the use of DRADIS and blinding both sides involved. The detonations cause moderate damage to the facilities themselves, but leave them intact, indicating they were not directly hit. On fire, and all but defenseless, multiple squadrons of [[Raider_(RDM)|Raiders]] are then able to jump in and have at the facilities with relative ease, despite being blind. The subsequent assault ultimately destroys the facilities, and various Colonial craft caught in the middle. However, [[Pegasus|one battlestar]] was able to escape destruction, break free of her berths, and [[blind jump|escape]] the battle ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").

== Docked vessels ==

At the time of the attacks, the shipyards were seen hosting the ''[[Pegasus]]'', at least one [[Galactica type battlestar|''Galactica'' type]] Battlestar (possibly two) <ref> Only one can be seen in the establishing shot of the shipyard, being enclosed by the superstructure on two sides. However, during the battle, a ''Galactica''-type battlestar is shown in a different place. This could mean that the visual effects of the establishing shot and the battle don't fit together, however this is not far from the location seen in the opening shot, and thus the ship could simply have moved. It is unknown if the two are meant to be the same battlestar.</ref>, at least two [[Valkyrie|''Valkyrie'' type]] Battlestars, and at least two [[Unnamed battlestars#Escort battlestar|''Berzerk'' type]] support vessels, along with numerous military and civilian transports.

== Notes ==
*Although the planet is called Scorpia ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]", "[[Razor]]"), the location subtitles in "Razor" identify the shipyard's name as "Scorpion Fleet Shipyards". It is possible that the installation is named with an adjectival form of the colony's ancient name, "Scorpio". The shipyard is identified as ''Scorpia'' Fleet Shipyards in "[[The Plan]]".
*This image of the shipyards and of the planet Scorpia in the background is the first time that viewers have seen any other Colonial planet aside from [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries]]"). [[Tauron (RDM)|Tauron]] is later shown in the extended DVD cut of "Razor".
*The shipyards were seen in orbit around the southern hemisphere in "The Plan", but in orbit over Scorpia's northern hemisphere in "Razor".
*[[The Science of Battlestar Galactica]] lists battlestars ''Ramses'' and ''Bellerophon'' as two of the ships destroyed at the shipyard.

== See also ==
* [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]

== Related images ==

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Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards - Close 2.jpg|Closeup
Image:ScorpionFleetShipyards-Close.jpg|Further closeup
Image:Pegasus blind jump implosion.png|Retreat of Pegasus - FTL implosion
Image:Pegasus ftl lit.png|right|thumb|Pegasus begins her emergency [[blind jump]], retreating from [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|The Battle of Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] and destroying much of the dock she was moored to
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William Adama

2013-01-15T22:43:53Z

Geo: /* First Cylon War */ - grammar correction --> "ordinance" to "ordnance"

:''For information on William Adama's [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Original Series]] counterpart, see [[Adama (TOS)]].''
:''For characters with the same name, see: [[William Adama (disambiguation)]].''
:''For other people named the shortened version of William, see: [[Bill (disambiguation)]].''
{{Character Data
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|caption 2=William Adama discovers the Cylons' experiments on humans during [[Operation Raptor Talon]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").
|age=61 (at the time when he reached New Earth)<ref>This date is based on the [[Caprica_pilot|''Caprica'' pilot]] taking place 58 years before the Fall of the Twelve Colonies, Evelyn's earliest conception date being some months after the pilot and a full or near-full pregnancy of nine months (57 BCH), and the character's apparent age in "The Shape of Things to Come" epilogue of "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]." This would make him 57 years old at the time of the Fall, and 61 upon arrival at New Earth four years later in "[[Daybreak, Part II]]."</ref>
|colony= [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], of [[Tauron]] descent
|birthname= William Adama
|callsign= Husker
|nickname= Bill (as a child and later in life)<br/>Billy (during the First Cylon War)<br/>The Old Man (later in life)
|seen= Miniseries
|death= Presumably on Earth, c. 148,000 BCE
|parents= [[Joseph Adama]] † (father)<br/>[[Evelyn Adama]] † (mother)
|siblings= [[Tamara Adama]] † (half-sister)<br/>[[William "Willie" Adama]] † (half-brother)<ref>William "Bill" Adama is the only child from Joseph Adama's second marriage.</ref>
|children= [[Lee Adama|Leland J. Adama]] (son)<br/>[[Zak Adama]] † (son)
|marital status= Divorced ([[Carolanne Adama]] †);<br>Temporarily co-habitated with [[Laura Roslin]] aboard ''Galactica''
|familytree=Y
|role=Commanding Officer, [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica]]''<br/>Military leader of the [[The Fleet (RDM)|civilian Fleet]]
|rank=Admiral
|serial=204971<ref>This information is from his [[:Image:Bill Adama's dogtag serial.jpg|dogtags]].</ref>
|cylon=
|actor=[[Edward James Olmos]]<br/>[[Nico Cortez]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]")<br/>[[Markus Towfigh]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]")<br/>[[Luke Pasqualino]] ([[Blood and Chrome]])
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Admiral '''William Adama''', a veteran of the [[First Cylon War]], is the commanding officer of the [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica]]'', and has the longest tenure as the highest ranking officer in the Colonial Fleet after the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]].

== Early Life ==

=== Childhood ===

*William Adama was born in 57 BCH on Caprica, the son of [[Joseph Adama|Joseph]] and [[Evelyn Adama]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]") He was named after his [[Willie Adama|deceased half-brother]] and their paternal [[William Adama Sr.|grandfather]] ([[CAP]]: "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]"). His father was a criminal defense lawyer who later specialized in civil liberties cases, while his mother was an accountant ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]") and Joseph's personal legal assistant ([[CAP]]: "[[Reins of a Waterfall]]"). He was raised in [[Qualai]], a small coastal community ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]").
*The extent of William Adama's knowledge regarding his half-siblings and his father's previous marriage, or his father's involvement with [[Daniel Graystone]] and the creation of the [[Cylon (RDM)|Cylons]], is not known.
* He was still in school at the beginning of the [[Cylon War]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor Flashbacks]]," Episode 1). During his childhood, he was considered small for his age and would often be beaten by his peers ([[TRS]]: [[List of Deleted Scenes (RDM)/Season 3#99|deleted scene]], "[[Exodus, Part II]]").

=== First Cylon War ===
*Adama served late in the [[Cylon War]] as both a [[Raptor]] and [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] pilot, his first assignment being on ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]''. He was given the call sign "Husker"<ref>Adama's callsign is misspelled as "Husher" in the [[Battlestar Galactica (2005 Novel)|Miniseries novelization]], which is considered a [[BW:SEPCON|separate continuity]] source.</ref> by his first co-pilot, [[Coker Fasjovik]], who assumed Adama grew up on a farm due to his gung-ho enthusiasm for the service. Adama's first mission behind enemy lines was in a Raptor playing a key role in the [[Ghost Fleet Offensive]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor Flashbacks]]," Episode 1; "[[Sine Qua Non]]," "[[Blood and Chrome]]"). Adama's skill on his first mission was evident after he destroyed three Cylon Raiders with limited ordnance in a Raptor on his first mission.
*During his time on ''Galactica'', he had a romantic relationship with [[Jaycie McGavin]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor Flashbacks]]", Episode 1). He proved a gifted pilot, shooting down his first [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] on his very first combat mission, for which he received a commendation ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor Flashbacks]]", Episode 3; "[[Hero]]").
*In the last week in the war, Adama served on ''[[Galactica]]'' when the battlestar was boarded by Cylon forces. He recalled to his friend [[Saul Tigh]] a dangerous Cylon tactic that tried to turn the battlestar's power against itself ([[TRS]]: "[[Valley of Darkness]]", [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 2 (RDM)#Valley of Darkness|deleted scene]]).

=== Post-First Cylon War ===
*Furloughed by [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]] after the war's end, Adama found work as a deck hand on a [[Sedulana|merchant fleet civilian freighter]], where he met [[Saul Tigh]], who became a long-time friend ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]", "[[Valley of Darkness]]").
*Adama married [[Carolanne Adama]], whose family had political influence with the defense subcommittee and pulled to get Adama reinstated to the Colonial Fleet. Adama (now a major) himself arranged for Tigh's reinstatement two years later.
*William and Carolanne Adama had two sons, [[Lee Adama|Lee]] and [[Zak Adama|Zak]], before the pressures of Adama's career and the time he spent away from home in active service began to place a strain on their marriage, and the two eventually divorced ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]], "[[A Day in the Life]]").
*While elder son Lee showed promise as a Viper pilot, younger Zak Adama did not. [[Kara Thrace]], Zak's flight instructor and lover, certified him for basic flight despite his poor flight skills. Later, Zak Adama was killed in an operational flight. Zak's death would cause a rift between Commander Adama and his older son for nearly [[Act of Contrition|three years]] until Thrace admits her error to both of them.
*Adama rose through the ranks of the peacetime fleet, becoming the executive officer of the battlestar ''[[Columbia (RDM)|Columbia]]'', before becoming the commander of the battlestar ''[[Valkyrie]]''. About six years <ref name="hero">While dialogue from "[[Hero]]" places these events at 1 BCH, this contradicts previously established dates about the time Adama and others served on ''Galactica''. See [[Hero#Analysis]] for a detailed explanation why ''Battlestar Wiki'' chooses to treat this as a continuity error.</ref> prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], he was ordered by Admiral [[Peter Corman]] to escort a [[Stealthstar|stealth scout ship]] over the [[Armistice Line]]. The mission was a failure, and in an attempt to cover up, he ordered the ship and its pilot shot down. Ever since, he had felt guilt, both over shooting down his own pilot and over the possibility that his actions resulted in the holocaust. According to Tigh, this mission brought his star into descent, and he was given command of ''Galactica'' as a graceful way of easing into retirement.

==== Notable Assignments before the Second Cylon War ====
*Several notable assignments and reassignments during his 45-year career in the Colonial Fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]"):
**D6/21311 - First commission: battlestar ''Galactica'' fighter squadron
**E4/21312 - Commendation for shooting down Cylon fighter in first combat mission
**D5/21314 - Mustered out of service post-armistice
**R6/21317 - Served as deckhand in merchant fleet and as common [...] aboard inter-colony tramp freighters
**D1/21331 - Recommissioned to Fleet
**D6/21337 - Major: battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]''
**R8/21341 - Executive Officer: battlestar ''[[Columbia (RDM)|Columbia]]''
**C2/21345 - Commander: battlestar ''[[Valkyrie]]''
**C2/21348 - Commander: battlestar ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]''

<gallery>
Image:BillAdama.png|William Adama around the age of 4 ([[CAP]]: "[[Apotheosis (episode)|Apotheosis]]")
Image:Luke Pasqualino.jpg|Ensign William Adama at the beginning of his military career (''[[Blood and Chrome]]'').
Image:Young Adama.jpg|William Adama during the end of the first Cylon War ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]").
Image:Silently screaming.png|Adama silently screaming as he is informed of the bad bones in [[Galactica]] ([[TRS]]: "[[No Exit]]").
Image:Youngadamafamily.jpg|A somewhat older William Adama and his two sons.
Image:Adama freighter.jpg|Adama aboard an inter-colony tramp freighter ([[TRS]]: "[[Scattered]]").
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== Second Cylon War ==
=== The Fall of the Twelve Colonies ===

[[image:Mini_Adama_Tigh_DRADIS.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Commander Adama and Colonel [[Saul Tigh|Tigh]] plot a course to [[Ragnar Anchorage]] in the [[Miniseries]].]]

*At the time just prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Fall]], William Adama serves out his final weeks as commander of the battlestar ''[[Galactica]]''. After some 50 years of service, the historic warship is in the process of being decommissioned, and it is one of Adama's final duties to formally hand her over to the [[Colonial Ministry of Education]], which would operate the ship as a living museum and educational center commemorating the [[First Cylon War|original Cylon War]].
*As a retirement gift, several members of [[Galen Tyrol]]'s deck crew find and restore Adama's old [[Viper Mark II]].
*On news of a renewed Cylon attack, Adama's first thoughts are, "Dead. We're all dead" ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]"). Despite this, as well as the presumed loss of his [[Carolanne Adama|ex-wife]] in Caprica City, he unhesitatingly takes control of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]] after [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)#Picon|Picon]] Fleet Headquarters is destroyed and Admiral [[Nagala]] is killed.
*At Ragnar Anchorage, Adama deduces that [[Number Two|Leoben Conoy]]'s "allergies" are really the effect of Ragnar's cloud's electro-magnetic radiation upon the [[silica pathways]] composing a Cylon brain, despite the fact that the existence of [[Humanoid Cylon|biological Cylons]] is presumably unknown to humans at that time.<ref>See [[Miniseries, Analysis#Commander William Adama|Miniseries, Analysis]] for hypotheses concerning Adama's curious ability to quickly deduce Conoy's real nature.</ref>
*Once President Roslin convinces Adama the futility of fighting against overwhelming odds, and with what may be the last 50,000 humans who remain anywhere, he makes the switch to the more tactical thinking that keeps the Colonial Fleet at least one step ahead of their Cylon pursuers.
*From the outset, he is savvy enough to give every single survivor of the devastating attack on the Colonies a reason for hope for the future: the legend of [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. This falsehood [[Tomb of Athena|comes back to haunt him]] as the weeks continue, as Roslin is aware of this lie to the crew and states this privately to Adama.

=== From the Colonies to Kobol ===

*Adama continues to face the problem of infiltration within the Fleet by [[humanoid Cylon]]s as well as [[Demand Peace|dissenting humans]] who protest or terrorize others in the Fleet. Adama continually redefines the boundaries of military and civil leadership. After some [[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II|serious missteps between he and President Roslin]], the two later become friends as well as influential leaders.
*[[Sharon Valerii]], a trusted [[Raptor]] pilot who served with Adama for two years, reveals herself unwittingly as a Cylon sleeper agent and shoots Adama at point blank range after a [[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II|critical mission near Kobol]]. Cottle [[Fragged|eventually repairs]] the damage to Adama's body, but Adama's psyche takes the larger hit while he repairs the [[Resistance|damage to the Fleet]] he and Col. Tigh have caused in arresting President Roslin, as well as the existence of a [[Sharon Agathon|second copy of Valerii]].
*While at first Adama takes a similar stance to Tigh in assuming a hard military posture, a conversation with [[Anastasia Dualla|Dualla]] helps him realize that, despite the problems, the Fleet is his family, and the family must stay together. After finding the [[Tomb of Athena]] with Roslin and reuniting a [[Laura Roslin faction|factioning of the Fleet]], Adama firmly buries the hatchet between himself and Roslin publicly.
*In a desperate plan, Adama trusts the second Valerii to help [[Flight of the Phoenix|ward off]] a [[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot|massive Cylon fleet]]. Despite his "gut" feelings about the Cylon, he finds common ground often with her, even apologizing to her after a [[Resurrection Ship, Part I|distasteful incident]].

<gallery>
Image:Attack adama.jpg|Adama seconds after having been shot by [[Sharon Valerii]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]").
image:Home_pt1-Adama.jpg|Adama paints a model naval ship while talking to [[Anastasia Dualla|Dualla]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part I]]").
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=== ''Pegasus'' ===

*Adama stoically accepts Admiral [[Helena Cain]]'s overall command. Wary of her behavior and her crew, Adama follows his own truism: stick to what you know, until you find something better.
*Matters with Cain's unusually totalitarian command style come to a head when Cain makes [[Pegasus (episode)|several highly questionable orders]] that lead him to face off with her battlestar and her command in a [[Standoff Between Galactica and Pegasus|military challenge]]. While the issue is [[Resurrection Ship, Part I|temporarily defused]], Adama is told by, of all people, President Roslin that Cain is a threat to the safety of the Fleet's citizens and must be eliminated.
*Adama avoids killing Cain after realizing that he would become the monster that the Cylons believed they were, unaware that she has plotted his demise as well.
*With Cain's fate sealed not by Adama but [[Gina Inviere]], a frail President Roslin promotes Adama to Admiral. He gives her a simple, affectionate kiss, which she returns, signifying another change in their turbulent association ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).

=== New Caprica ===

[[Image:Adama being carried Exodus-Pt-II.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Adama being carried by crew and civilians after the [[Battle of New Caprica]] (mid left).]]

*Adama's sense of justice with Roslin holds when he confronts her about [[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II|a conspiracy]] involving her re-election. Roslin admits the conspiracy but she is certain disaster will strike if [[Gaius Baltar]] becomes president. He agrees, but convinces Roslin that the correct course of action is to acknowledge a miscount and cover the conspiracy.
*When ''[[Cloud Nine]]'' and two other ships blow up as a result of [[Gina Inviere]]'s last effort of sabotage, Adama is privately infuriated at new President Baltar's refusal to investigate, and begins to wonder if he hadn't made a mistake.
*A year later, Adama commands ''Galactica'' manned by a skeleton crew as the flagship of a defense fleet, consisting of all ships unable or unwilling to make planetfall on [[New Caprica]]. He now sports a thick mustache, and has apparently taken up smoking. Adama feel lonely in command after he allowed many people close to him to settle on the planet despite his initial refusal. Eventually he grants [[Saul Tigh]] leave to take his wife [[Ellen Tigh|Ellen]] and go as well. His friendship to [[Laura Roslin]] appears to have deepened and the two share a carefree day during Founders' Day celebrations on the planet, marking the formal ground-breaking of New Caprica City ([[TRS]]: "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", "[[Unfinished Business]]").
*Shortly after the election, Adama and/or President Baltar commissions Petty Officer Anastasia Dualla a lieutenant (junior grade), skipping the initial commissioned rank of ensign. Aside from pilots, she is the only NCO shown to receive a commission. On the morning after the Founders' Day celebration, Adama approves her transfer to Battlestar ''Pegasus'' to join his son and her lover, Commander Lee Adama.
*During the year in orbit, he mends fences with [[Sharon Agathon|Sharon]]. Although he valued her advise earlier, he called her a "thing" or "it" and treated her such. While becoming estranged from the people around him, Adama grows much closer to Agathon, having personal conversations with her and he allowing her to decorate her cell with chairs, tables and other amenities and she has apparently become an advisor of sorts to him ([[TRS]]: "[[Precipice]]"). He permits [[Karl Agathon|Helo]] to marry her, and she adopts his surname, Agathon, thereby further separating herself from the identical Sharon Valerii who shot Adama.
*With Colonel Tigh released from active duty and beached on New Caprica, Adama promotes Lt. Karl Agathon (Helo) to captain and appoints him Executive Officer of ''Galactica,'' thereby demonstrating both the trust he has in Helo despite the latter's marriage to the Cylon prisoner, and his unwillingness to split families.
*Not long after Tigh leaves, a massive Cylon fleet bears down on New Caprica. After a brief discussion with [[Lee Adama|his son]] aboard ''Pegasus'' they order the understaffed Fleet to escape to pre-arranged Jump coordinates. The admiral issues the jump order with a reminder: "We're leaving... but we'll be back."
* Frustrations over the lack of a plan and problems during exercises lead to a conflict with his son whom he attacks over his weight gain and perceived softness. While Lee is pragmatic and doesn't believe that they can rescue the people on New Caprica in their state, his father drives everyone to their limit, thinking it is his misjudgments that brought them into the situation.
*He only forgives himself for leaving almost everyone behind after a conversation with Agathon, where she explains that, after being through so much herself, she discovered that she first had to forgive herself in order to get through it. In her opinion, the human race can't survive if Adama can't forgive himself.
*He commissions Agathon as a Colonial officer shortly after making contact with the [[New Caprica Resistance]], showing complete trust in her. She asks how he knows that she won't betray him and he replies he doesn't, stating "that's what trust is." Eventually a rescue plan takes shape, but Adama decides to go to New Caprica alone, ordering his son to take over as guardian of the Fleet should he not return. Despite their differences of opinion, the two have a heartfelt goodbye.
*Although sustaining losses, and with the last-minute assistance of Lee and ''Pegasus'', Adama is able to [[Battle of New Caprica|successfully pull off the rescue attempt]]. He is lauded by his crew and the civilians for this. He also shaves off his mustache, signifying a new beginning ([[TRS]]: "[[Occupation]]" through "[[Exodus, Part II]]").

=== Flight from New Caprica to "Maelstrom" ===
*Adama is awarded the [[Medal of Distinction]] for his 45 years of distinctive service in the Colonial Fleet. To him this is a penance for the harm that he caused in the past, and his belief that he might have been the cause of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Hero]]").
*In an effort to alleviate tensions on ''Galactica'', Adama [[Unfinished Business|holds a boxing tournament]], disregarding rank, allowing people to work out built up frustrations. He himself joins the festivities by challenging Chief [[Galen Tyrol|Tyrol]]. Beaten, he declares that he let everyone too close to him, which ultimately led to the fracturing of their family on New Caprica, and vows to not make that mistake again.
*After the discovery of the [[Temple of Five]] on the [[algae planet]], four Cylon [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]] jump into orbit. A meeting with the Cylons occurs on ''Galactica'', but Adama threatens to nuke the planet should the Cylons make a claim to it. A standoff occurs, and when the Cylons try to launch six Heavy Raiders, Adama orders the arming the ship's [[missile tubes]]. This frightens the Cylons, who recall five of the six and Adama orders a stand down ([[TRS]]: "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", "[[Rapture]]").
*With the capture of [[Gaius Baltar]], Adama and President Roslin are faced with a dilemma of what to do with Baltar. They try various methods of interrogation, including food and sleep deprivation, threats, and even an [[interrogation drug]], to find out what the Cylons know about the location of Earth. Adama apparently has previous experience with the drug and, after suggesting its use, acts as the interrogator, showing his darker side ([[TRS]]: "[[Taking a Break From All Your Worries]]").
*On his wedding anniversary, Adama is plagued by memories of his [[Carolanne Adama|ex-wife]]. He wonders about the nature of his relationship to Roslin, not admitting that it could turn into a romantic one. He is also unsure how to treat his son, having a hard time telling him his personal feelings: "proud, stubborn and angry", but "coming into his own". While loving his son, he prefers to interact with him as an admiral to a subordinate officer, believing Lee knows how he feels. Upon Roslin's recommendations, he offers his son to organize Baltar's upcoming trial. Although not sure if Lee will have the time, he gives him [[Joseph Adama]]'s old [[Arts and Literature of the Twelve Colonies#Law books|law books]]. It is also revealed that Adama does memory exercises to enable him to know everyone on his crew by name ([[TRS]]: "[[A Day in the Life]]").

=== [[Kara Thrace]]'s death, resurrection and the final leg of the journey to Earth ===
* By chance, Adama is selected to be a judge at the trial. Two weeks after [[Kara Thrace]]'s [[Maelstrom|death]] he is still distraught, having considered her as a daughter—after her resurrection/return/rebirth, he tells her, "You are my daughter" ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part I]]"). In anger, he breaks his model ship. Adama places [[Lee Adama|Lee]] in charge of security for [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]]'s new lawyer, [[Romo Lampkin]], but Lee develops a desire to actively help defend Baltar much to Adama's outrage. The two also come to blows over their dealing with Thrace's loss ([[TRS]]: "[[The Son Also Rises]]"). This results in a break between the father and son, with Lee resigning his commission and Adama questioning his son's integrity after Lee contributed to humiliating his friend [[Saul Tigh]] in court, not able to understand how he could do such things in order to defend a traitor, whom he believes is undeserving of a trial ([[TRS]]: "[[Crossroads, Part I]]").
*Adama reconsiders his relationship with his son after Lee's [[Crossroads, Part II#Noteworthy Dialogue|impassioned speech]] about justice, itself swaying his vote in favor of an acquittal of Baltar. He is further pleased that his son participated in the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]], offering him his wings back, which Lee refuses as he believes that he can do better in his new role as the new [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum]] delegate from [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Crossroads, Part II]]", "[[He That Believeth In Me]]").
* Adama comforts Laura Roslin throughout her [[Doloxan]] treatments on ''Galactica''. The two bond further and share some of their most intimate thoughts. During this, Roslin manages to convince Adama that they will truly find Earth despite his earlier skepticism. Roslin's remarks that Adama is afraid to lose people close to him hit a mark, and he gives Thrace command of the ''[[Demetrius]]'' on a mission to search for Earth. He wants to believe in her despite serious questions regarding her sudden resurrection, even after her attack on Roslin ([[TRS]]: "[[He That Believeth In Me]]", "[[Six of One]]").
*Adama and Roslin later discuss Lee's choices, including his decision to support the right of Baltar's [[Cult of Baltar|cult]] to assemble without stricture. Adama seems to appreciate his son's idealism to a certain extent, despite having been on its opposing side several times. He also attempts to comfort Galen Tyrol after Cally's [[The Ties That Bind|sudden death]], but Tyrol rejects the efforts and Adama demotes him to specialist before Tyrol can endanger any other pilots ([[TRS]]: "[[Escape Velocity]]").
* While Roslin continues her Doloxan treatments aboard ship, he continues to comfort her by reading various books, including ''[[Searider Falcon]]'', to her and generally being present to discuss matters of faith. He later admits to her that she is the reason why he has faith in their mission to find Earth ([[TRS]]: "[[Escape Velocity]]", "[[Faith]]").
[[Image:410 Adama sees the Fleet off.jpg|thumb|William Adama sees the Fleet off.]]
* After [[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?|Roslin's abrupt abduction]] by the rebel Cylon baseship, as well as [[Sharon Agathon]]'s murder of [[Natalie Faust]], he initiates a search for Roslin while ignoring the Fleet's safety and interests. His dismissal of both the Quorum and [[Tom Zarek]] raise tensions in the Fleet that force his son to search for—and become—the interim president in Roslin's place. Further, tensions between Adama and Tigh to boil, notably after Dr. [[Sherman Cottle]] reports that [[Caprica Six]] is impregnated by Tigh. The two come to blows over their decisions regarding the women currently in their lives. Adama admits that he can't live without Roslin and decides to stay behind in a Raptor to wait for Roslin's return. As a result, he hands command of the Fleet over to newly-promoted Admiral Tigh, acknowledging that Tigh has become more knowledgeable about himself and is not the same man who [[Scattered|commanded the Fleet disastrously]] over two years ago ([[TRS]]: "[[Sine Qua Non]]"). After reconnecting with the missing basestar and reuniting with President Roslin on the hangar deck of the basestar, she finally admits that she is in love with him, to which he replies, "About time" ([[TRS]]: "[[The Hub]]").
*When [[Saul Tigh]] confesses that he is a Cylon, [[Revelations|Adama doesn't take it well]]. He can't believe that his decades-long friend is a Cylon and thinks that he was brainwashed on New Caprica. After ordering Marines to arrest Tigh, Adama breaks down in his quarters, hitting a mirror with his fist and sobbing on the floor. His son finds him in this state and tries to get him to pull himself together.

=== Discovery of Earth ===
*After Lee Adama defuses the following crisis with the [[Cylon Civil War|Cylon rebels]], Adama has sufficiently recovered to lead the Fleet on its final jump to Earth, holding a rousing speech [[Revelations|after the arrival]].
* Unfortunately, when the Colonials land on Earth, they discover that the whole planet is a burnt out wasteland ([[TRS]]: "[[Revelations]]"). Baltar confirms that the planet suffered a nuclear holocaust 2000 years ago. There is still enough radiation left to make the planet uninhabitable. Adama leaves the planet's surface in disgust.
* Back on ''Galactica'', Adama receives even more disturbing news. The Rebel Cylons have found evidence on Earth that the Thirteenth Tribe were not human. They were Cylons.
* Adama tries to get Roslin to address the Fleet, but Roslin has completely lost faith in the Scriptures and no longer has the will to lead the people. She initiates a romantic and cohabital relationship with him, stating that she no longer wishes to live for the fleet, but to live for what she wants to.
* After Dualla commits suicide, Adama breaks down in tears over her body and believes he's failed everyone. He starts drinking excessively and eventually makes his way to Saul Tigh's quarters.
* Tigh tries to apologize for not telling him the truth, but Adama ignores him and instead starts drinking more and insulting Tigh. He questions whether Tigh was "programmed" to be his friend all these years. Adama then comments that Ellen must have realized the truth about her husband long before he did, which is why she slept around with half the Colonial Fleet. Tigh tells him to shut up, but Adama keeps goading him. Tigh finally can't take it anymore and points his pistol at Adama. Adama draws his own weapon which he points to his own head. He tells Tigh to kill him or he'll do it himself.
* Tigh suddenly realizes that Adama wants to die, but he doesn't have the guts to pull the trigger himself. Tigh calms down and sternly tells Adama that he still has a duty to this ship and that his death won't make things any better. Adama slowly comes to terms with everything that has happened.
* Later, Adama walks onto CIC and addresses a thoroughly demoralized crew. He acknowledges that they can't stay on Earth, but he promises they will find a new home. Adama then orders the CIC personnel to begin jump preparation and to plot a course for an area of space likely to contain a habitable planet. He reinstates Tigh to his rank and posting, despite the latter's Cylon nature.

=== Mutiny ===
* Adama approves an alliance between rebel Cylon faction without the consent of the Quorum of Twelve. These Cylons are given them full colonial citizenship an Quorum seat in exchange for Cylon technology and accepting the colonial command structure.
* Adama integrates the Cylon heavy raiders (piloted by humanoid Cylons who thus can communicate directly with the humans) into ''Galactica''’s combat air patrols (CAPs), their Six and Eight pilots assigned to Colonial squadrons.
* Adama orders the fleet to allow Cylons to install their more efficient technology aboard the various ships of the Fleet ([[TRS]]: "[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]").
* This unpopular decision ferments a [[Gaeta's Mutiny|mutiny attempt]] led militarily by [[Felix Gaeta]] and politically by [[Tom Zarek]].
* Adama is ''de facto'' removed from command, but before he is taken out of the CIC, Adama speaks of a reckoning of traitors.
* The admiral is able to escape the rebels temporary, and helps Laura Roslin and Baltar escape to the Cylon Basestar, but is recaptured in doing so ([[TRS]]: "[[The Oath]]", "[[Blood on the Scales]]").
* Against the advise of Tom Zarek, Gaeta attempts to have an informal trial of Adama charging him with treason.
* Adama is sentenced to death by Gaeta, but again evades death after a group of loyalists save him. His own executioners join him in his quest to retake the ship and he storms CIC with the group that rescued him, the marines who were supposed to execute him and many crew members who join up with him on the way.
* Gaeta attempts to jump away with the fleet, but is stopped by a large group of loyalists storming the CIC and reinstating Adama in command. Gaeta surrenders without a fight and Adama has him and Zarek executed by a firing squad that he personally commands ([[TRS]]: "[[Blood on the Scales]]").

=== Post-Mutiny and the second Earth ===
* With crew sizes stretched very thin, Adama relies even more on the rebel Cylons, further integrating them into the Fleet.
* ''Galactica'' begins to show small fractures through the ship. Tyrol recommends to Adama to use Cylon technology to fix these fractures. Adama initially disagrees, but eventually orders this to be done ([[TRS]]: "[[No Exit]]", "[[Deadlock]]").
*The increased presence of Cylons aboard ''Galactica'' leads to Adama and Roslin viewing them even more as the same as humans, when they realise that Cylons have taken to placing photographs of their own lost companions in the remembrance hall.
* Further damage to the ship caused by Boomer's FTL jump leads Adama to order ''Galactica'''s abandonment ([[TRS]]: "[[Someone to Watch Over Me]]", "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").
* Adama changes his mind, after discovering [[The Colony|the location]] of [[Hera Agathon]]. He plans to send the ship off in a blaze of glory in a volunteers-only apparent [[Battle of the Colony|suicide mission]] to rescue the child ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part II]]").
* Adama rejects two volunteers: Doctor (Major) [[Sherman Cottle]] is needed by the civilian populace. Adama brevets Lt. [[Louis Hoshi]] to rear admiral and appoints him to command of the rest of the Fleet from the Cylon Basestar under appointed Acting President Romo Lampkin.
* Adama and the volunteers successfully save Hera and destroy the Colony. With the Colony detonating around them, Adama orders [[Kara Thrace]] to [[blind jump]] the ship away, without giving time to draw in the ship's Flight Pods. The ship ends up at a habitable planet, with it's structual integrity totally compromised and it's ability to Jump gone forever.
* Finding the planet habitable and sparcely populated by inexplicedly genetically compatable humans, Adama suggests it be named Earth to take the place of the planet they had long sought.
* The Fleet reunites with ''Galactica''. Adama reluctantly agrees to Lee's proto-ludite settlement plans for the new planet, and orders that the ships of the Fleet be flown into the sun by [[Samuel Anders]] (less the Cylon Basestar which the humanoid Cylons give to the Centurions with which to make their own destiny).
* He flies off in a Raptor with Roslin to find a good place to build a cabin, never planning to return. While remarking on the wildlife, Laura Roslin dies peacefully of her cancer. Realizing this, he tearfully places his wedding ring on her finger.
*He builds a cabin in a mountain range, as were Roslin's wishes, and buries her nearby. Afterwards, he lives in solitude in the cabin, often visiting Laura's grave and speaking to her ([[TRS]]: "[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

== Personality ==
*Adama has the rare combination of qualities that make up a good leader: insight, the ability to naturally command respect, a common touch that enables him to relate to the enlisted personnel under his command as well as his officers, intuition, intelligence, a strong belief in his own abilities, and the ability to take the advice of others. These qualities are reflected in the fact that personnel of all ranks aboard ''Galactica'' hold him in high regard, and know that he is approachable ([[TRS]]: [[Miniseries]]).
*Adama mistrusts politicians, and sometimes places too strongly a value of loyalty to those he regards as family and friends. From his uneasiness to [[Laura Roslin]]'s unexpected assumption of the Presidency, to the tolerance and patience of his friend, Saul Tigh, and [[You Can't Go Home Again|his stubbornness to save Kara Thrace]], Adama shows a dogged determination that few others care to confront.
*Adama does not share the majority of Colonial beliefs in the gods ([[TRS]]: "[[Razor]]"), although he has come to accept that his people's scripture may have relevance to the search for Earth ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").

==Notes==
*[[Wikipedia:Adama|Adama]] (also known as Nazareth) is the name of a large city in Ethiopia. The name is also a variation on "[[Wikipedia:Adam and Eve|Adam]]," the first man to be created according to the Bible in the [[Wikipedia:Genesis|Book of Genesis]]. In Hebrew the word pronounced "Adama" means earth.
*The Tauron language is portrayed on the show using Ancient Greek. Thus, the most likely etymology for the family name "Adama" is from ''adamas'' (ἀδάμας), which means invincible and is the etymological root of the word ''diamond''. It seems a suitable choice as the surname of the various related characters in this series as it relates to their personality traits.
*Edward James Olmos has brown eyes, but he wears contacts when playing William Adama that make Adama's eyes blue. This is done so that Olmos and [[Jamie Bamber]], who is playing his son Apollo, will resemble each other more.
*Astute viewers may recall Edward James Olmos sharing the screen with realistic humanoid robots as [[w:List of minor characters in Blade Runner#Gaff|Gaff]] in the classic science fiction film ''[[w:Blade Runner|Blade Runner]]'', which also used the term "skin job" as a pejorative to denote the artificial humanoids.
*Olmos also shares with ''[[MemoryAlpha:Star Trek: The Original Series|Star Trek]]'' star [[MemoryAlpha:William Shatner|William Shatner]] the distinction of being one of only two actors to both command a television starship and portray a police officer in a popular 1980's cop show (''[[w:Miami Vice|Miami Vice]]'' for Olmos, ''[[w:T.J. Hooker|T.J. Hooker]]'' for Shatner), as a regularly credited actor on each show.
*Edward James Olmos is the father of actor [[Bodie Olmos]], who plays [[Brendan Costanza]], and husband of actress [[Lymari Nadal]], who plays [[Giana O'Neill]].
*Roslin has [[Billy Keikeya]] seek out a jeweler to fashion new admiral pins for Adama after Cain's death at the end of "[[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]".

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Talk:Sagittaron/Archive 1

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==Cally's note from "Dirty Hands"==
I was wondering, would this article (and some other articles on the poorer colonies) be a good place to mention Cally's note that there are virtually no officers within the [[Colonial Fleet]] from the poorer colonies? Granted, what she said could be an exaggeration and perhaps taken with a grain of salt, but for curiosity's sake, I had to ask. --[[User:Typhoeus|Typhoeus]] 05:13, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
: I really don't know if this claim is that true... If we're going to note this, it should be noted that this information is a claim made by Cally and not a more informed source, such as Bill Adama or someone that high up. -- [[User:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|Joe Beaudoin]] <sup>[[User talk:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|So say we all]] - [[Battlestar Wiki:Site support|Donate]] - [[bsp:|Battlestar Pegasus]]</sup> 12:13, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
:: Well, is she talking about the military before the Fall or the fugitive fleet? I think it's the latter, which doesn't make it that noteworthy, I think (But still it's an interesting bit of info and the article on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] comparably states that most of the RT Fleet leaders are from this world.) -- [[User:Penumbra|Penumbra]] 16:30, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
Well, I never meant for it all to be taken as stone cold fact, I'd be all for noting that it may or may not be true, or that Cally was just shooting off at the mouth. I somewhat got the impression that she was speaking of it period, but it could be in the after the fall sense. I suppose the best thing to do, would be to make it a minor background information/fact, and suggest that it may be an exaggeration, or simply talking in after the fall terminology. I should rewatch that episode again, and see what she said and the context she said it in. --[[User:Typhoeus|Typhoeus]] 18:19, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
==Geography and Climate section==
Just added this paragraph based on material found in the "Beyond Caprica visitor's guide" of NBC. -- [[User:Geo|Geo]] 16:40, 13 January 2013 (EST)

Talk:Sagittaron/Archive 1

2013-01-13T21:40:27Z

Geo: /* Geography and Climate section */

==Cally's note from "Dirty Hands"==
I was wondering, would this article (and some other articles on the poorer colonies) be a good place to mention Cally's note that there are virtually no officers within the [[Colonial Fleet]] from the poorer colonies? Granted, what she said could be an exaggeration and perhaps taken with a grain of salt, but for curiosity's sake, I had to ask. --[[User:Typhoeus|Typhoeus]] 05:13, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
: I really don't know if this claim is that true... If we're going to note this, it should be noted that this information is a claim made by Cally and not a more informed source, such as Bill Adama or someone that high up. -- [[User:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|Joe Beaudoin]] <sup>[[User talk:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|So say we all]] - [[Battlestar Wiki:Site support|Donate]] - [[bsp:|Battlestar Pegasus]]</sup> 12:13, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
:: Well, is she talking about the military before the Fall or the fugitive fleet? I think it's the latter, which doesn't make it that noteworthy, I think (But still it's an interesting bit of info and the article on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] comparably states that most of the RT Fleet leaders are from this world.) -- [[User:Penumbra|Penumbra]] 16:30, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
Well, I never meant for it all to be taken as stone cold fact, I'd be all for noting that it may or may not be true, or that Cally was just shooting off at the mouth. I somewhat got the impression that she was speaking of it period, but it could be in the after the fall sense. I suppose the best thing to do, would be to make it a minor background information/fact, and suggest that it may be an exaggeration, or simply talking in after the fall terminology. I should rewatch that episode again, and see what she said and the context she said it in. --[[User:Typhoeus|Typhoeus]] 18:19, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
==Geography and Climate section==
Just created this paragraph based on material found in the "Beyond Caprica visitor's guide" of NBC. -- [[User:Geo|Geo]] 16:40, 13 January 2013 (EST)

Talk:Sagittaron/Archive 1

2013-01-13T21:40:11Z

Geo:

==Cally's note from "Dirty Hands"==
I was wondering, would this article (and some other articles on the poorer colonies) be a good place to mention Cally's note that there are virtually no officers within the [[Colonial Fleet]] from the poorer colonies? Granted, what she said could be an exaggeration and perhaps taken with a grain of salt, but for curiosity's sake, I had to ask. --[[User:Typhoeus|Typhoeus]] 05:13, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
: I really don't know if this claim is that true... If we're going to note this, it should be noted that this information is a claim made by Cally and not a more informed source, such as Bill Adama or someone that high up. -- [[User:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|Joe Beaudoin]] <sup>[[User talk:Joe Beaudoin Jr.|So say we all]] - [[Battlestar Wiki:Site support|Donate]] - [[bsp:|Battlestar Pegasus]]</sup> 12:13, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
:: Well, is she talking about the military before the Fall or the fugitive fleet? I think it's the latter, which doesn't make it that noteworthy, I think (But still it's an interesting bit of info and the article on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] comparably states that most of the RT Fleet leaders are from this world.) -- [[User:Penumbra|Penumbra]] 16:30, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
Well, I never meant for it all to be taken as stone cold fact, I'd be all for noting that it may or may not be true, or that Cally was just shooting off at the mouth. I somewhat got the impression that she was speaking of it period, but it could be in the after the fall sense. I suppose the best thing to do, would be to make it a minor background information/fact, and suggest that it may be an exaggeration, or simply talking in after the fall terminology. I should rewatch that episode again, and see what she said and the context she said it in. --[[User:Typhoeus|Typhoeus]] 18:19, 25 March 2010 (UTC)
==Geography and Climate section==
Just created this paragraph based on material found in the "Beyond Caprica visitor's guide" of NBC.

Sagittaron

2013-01-13T21:37:18Z

Geo: /* Geography and Climate */

'''Sagittaron''' is a colony located within the star system Cyrannus and is one of the [[Twelve Colonies of Kobol]], it is noted to be one of the poorer colonies due to centuries of exploitation. The Sagittaron capital is the city of Tawa ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]]).<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

== Geography and Climate ==

[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|left|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]

'''Sagittaron's''' land masses are profoundly mountainous in nature, with hundreds of isolated valleys dotted amongst them. Of note is the river Acheron, winding through the mountain ranges for perhaps several thousand kilometers, finally finding its way to the sea through a delta at which end lies an active volcano several kilometer offcoast.

The capital Tawa is situated over 1,600 kilometers inland where two rivers flow into a confluence, either merging to form the Acheron, or joining the main stem of the river. It is a city of marvelous temples and egg-shaped storage structures as a precaution for flooding and storms.

The climate in Sagittarons fertile valleys is said to be agreeable, something that cannot be told about the mountain trails connecting them, which experience difficult weather circumstances and become impassable during winter, isolating the communities during this time of year.<ref>As mentioned in [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]</ref>

== History ==

'''Sagittaron'''<ref>The colony's name, Sagittaron, was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to "Sagittaron" when the regular series began.</ref> endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"), leading to the colony becoming one of the poorest ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

This continued even during [[Articles of Colonization|unified Colonial rule]], so that eventually [[Tom Zarek]] of the [[S.F.M.]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the fall of the Colonies. One of these acts include blowing up a government building ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). Under Sagittaron penal law, convicted felons lose their citizenship, but have it automatically reinstated after they finish serving their sentences. This included the right to vote and to stand for election ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").
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== Culture ==

The Sagittarons practice a form of the [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Colonial religion]] that can trace its roots back for at least 1,000 years. Like the [[Gemenon|Gemenese]], they developed a staunch religious stance but with possibly a greater emphasis on traditional folk practice than scripture. They view medicine as "an abomination, a sin against the gods," and instead use charms and natural remedies to promote health, such as the [[soma braid]] or the [[burdock root]]. This stubbornness and their perceived backwards nature has led to a bitter dislike by members of the other Colonies. During the Second Exodus, the bitterness is reinforced by the fact that many Sagittarons on [[New Caprica]] did not help to fight the Cylons, suggesting that the Sagittarons are also pacifists by nature.

They are strong adherents of [[Wikipedia:herbalism|herbal medicine]] and reject much of modern medicine, which has lead to derogatory terms such as "stubborn rootsucking jackasses". Dr. [[Michael Robert]] expresses skepticism about its effectiveness, however his statement implies that there has not been any serious research on the subject. Many Sagittarons wear [[soma braid]]s around their wrists, believing it will bring them health.

Given the long history of exploitation and persecution of Sagittaron, their rejection of modern medicine and distrust of the military may have a common source. Dualla, who is a Sagittaron herself, describes her people as "paranoid, pigheaded, and argumentative" ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

== Trivia ==

*In the [[Tomb of Athena]], the statue of an archer representing the leader of the tribe of Sagittarius, is missing its arrow. The [[Arrow of Apollo]] is placed on the statue, which activates a hologram that gives the Fleet its first waypoint to the location of [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").
*[[William Adama]]'s old [[Viper 7242|Viper Mark II]] is found on a salvage yard on Sagittaron, and later rebuilt as a gift from his [[deckhand]]s to the retiring battlestar commander ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries, Night 1]]").
*Sagittaron had 5,251 natives residing in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] after their colony's destruction ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
*[[Priyah Magnus]]
*Lieutenant [[Anastasia Dualla]]
*[[Tom Zarek]], Vice President and former Sagittaron representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*[[Valance]]
*[[Leon Grimes]]
*[[Portia King]] and her son, [[Willie King]]
*Mr. [[Buckminster]]
*[[Jacob Cantrell]], Sagittaron's last representative on the Quorum.

==In Other Continuities==

Sagittaron is depicted differently (and extensively) in [[Dynamite Comics]]'s comic series that focus on the life of [[Tom Zarek]] before and leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. See [[Sagittaron (alternate)]] for details.

== References ==
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2013-01-13T21:34:47Z

Geo: Added the "Geography and Climate" section in this article, and moved the colonial colors image before it (was previously in front of the "History" section. -- ~~~~

'''Sagittaron''' is a colony located within the star system Cyrannus and is one of the [[Twelve Colonies of Kobol]], it is noted to be one of the poorer colonies due to centuries of exploitation. The Sagittaron capital is the city of Tawa ([[TRS]]: [[Serge's Twitter]]).<ref name="capitals1">[http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/ Serge's twitter account] mentioned the capitals of Gemenon, Virgon, Leonis, Sagittaron, Scorpia, Canceron and Aerilon in [http://twitter.com/SergeGraystone/status/10545377704 this tweet].</ref>

== Geography and Climate ==

[[Image:ColonialColors10.png|thumb|100px|left|Colors and symbol of Sagittaron]]

'''Sagittaron's''' land masses are profoundly mountainous in nature, with hundreds of isolated valleys dotted amongst them. Of note is the river Acheron, winding through the mountain ranges for perhaps several thousand kilometers, finally finding its way to the sea through a delta at which end lies an active volcano several kilometer offcoast.

The capital Tawa is situated over 1,600 kilometers inland where two rivers flow into a confluence, either merging to form the Acheron, or joining the main stem of the river. It is a city of marvelous temples and egg-shaped storage structures as a precaution for floods, winds, and mudslides.

The climate in Sagittarons fertile valleys is said to be agreeable, something that cannot be told about the mountain trails connecting them, which experience difficult weather circumstances and become impassable during winter, isolating the communities during this time of year.<ref>As mentioned in [http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/beyond-caprica-a-vistors-pocket-guide-to-the-twelve-colonies/detail.php?p=268969 Beyond Caprica - A visitor's pocket guide to the Twelve Colonies]</ref>

== History ==

'''Sagittaron'''<ref>The colony's name, Sagittaron, was originally spelled as "Sagittar'''i'''on" in the [[Miniseries]], but this changed to "Sagittaron" when the regular series began.</ref> endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of the other Colonies ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"), leading to the colony becoming one of the poorest ([[TRS]]: "[[Dirty Hands]]").

This continued even during [[Articles of Colonization|unified Colonial rule]], so that eventually [[Tom Zarek]] of the [[S.F.M.]] led an organized series of terrorist acts against the established government there, many years before the fall of the Colonies. One of these acts include blowing up a government building ([[TRS]]: "[[Bastille Day]]"). Under Sagittaron penal law, convicted felons lose their citizenship, but have it automatically reinstated after they finish serving their sentences. This included the right to vote and to stand for election ([[TRS]]: "[[Colonial Day]]").
<div style="clear:both;"></div>

== Culture ==

The Sagittarons practice a form of the [[Religion in the Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Colonial religion]] that can trace its roots back for at least 1,000 years. Like the [[Gemenon|Gemenese]], they developed a staunch religious stance but with possibly a greater emphasis on traditional folk practice than scripture. They view medicine as "an abomination, a sin against the gods," and instead use charms and natural remedies to promote health, such as the [[soma braid]] or the [[burdock root]]. This stubbornness and their perceived backwards nature has led to a bitter dislike by members of the other Colonies. During the Second Exodus, the bitterness is reinforced by the fact that many Sagittarons on [[New Caprica]] did not help to fight the Cylons, suggesting that the Sagittarons are also pacifists by nature.

They are strong adherents of [[Wikipedia:herbalism|herbal medicine]] and reject much of modern medicine, which has lead to derogatory terms such as "stubborn rootsucking jackasses". Dr. [[Michael Robert]] expresses skepticism about its effectiveness, however his statement implies that there has not been any serious research on the subject. Many Sagittarons wear [[soma braid]]s around their wrists, believing it will bring them health.

Given the long history of exploitation and persecution of Sagittaron, their rejection of modern medicine and distrust of the military may have a common source. Dualla, who is a Sagittaron herself, describes her people as "paranoid, pigheaded, and argumentative" ([[TRS]]: "[[The Woman King]]").

== Trivia ==

*In the [[Tomb of Athena]], the statue of an archer representing the leader of the tribe of Sagittarius, is missing its arrow. The [[Arrow of Apollo]] is placed on the statue, which activates a hologram that gives the Fleet its first waypoint to the location of [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] ([[TRS]]: "[[Home, Part II]]").
*[[William Adama]]'s old [[Viper 7242|Viper Mark II]] is found on a salvage yard on Sagittaron, and later rebuilt as a gift from his [[deckhand]]s to the retiring battlestar commander ([[TRS]]: "[[Miniseries, Night 1]]").
*Sagittaron had 5,251 natives residing in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] after their colony's destruction ([[TRS]]: "[[33]]").

===Natives===
*[[Priyah Magnus]]
*Lieutenant [[Anastasia Dualla]]
*[[Tom Zarek]], Vice President and former Sagittaron representative to the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]]
*[[Valance]]
*[[Leon Grimes]]
*[[Portia King]] and her son, [[Willie King]]
*Mr. [[Buckminster]]
*[[Jacob Cantrell]], Sagittaron's last representative on the Quorum.

==In Other Continuities==

Sagittaron is depicted differently (and extensively) in [[Dynamite Comics]]'s comic series that focus on the life of [[Tom Zarek]] before and leading up to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. See [[Sagittaron (alternate)]] for details.

== References ==
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