The Twelve Colonies of Kobol are twelve distinct worlds, located in a remote part of their home galaxy. Officially known as the "United Colonies of Kobol", the twelve colonies are found within the star system Cyrannus, a vast and complex system, comprised of four stars: Helios Alpha, Helios Beta, Helios Gamma, and Helios Delta. 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 barycenter every 546,892 years. Both binary systems are separated by .16 light years or 10,091 stellar units. Caprica, Gemenon, Picon and Tauron orbit Helios Alpha. Virgon and Leonis orbit Helios Beta. Scorpia, Sagittaron and Libran orbit Helios Gamma. Aerilon, Canceron and Aquaria orbit Helios Delta.
Aerilon[edit]
"Food Basket of the Colonies"
- Ancient Name: 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
Sharing an orbit with Canceron and Hestia, Aerilon is located at the gas giant's L4 libration point. Most the planet's land mass is within the temperate zone, and the mild climate and moderate precipitation make its rolling hills and prairies ideal for farming and grazing. Aerelonians tend to be poor and relatively uneducated, with a reputation as hard workers and plain speakers. This notion of self-reliance runs deep on Aerilon, where the government does provide social services or tolerate political dissension.
Aquaria[edit]
"The Ice Colony"
- Ancient Name: Aquarius
- Alternative Name: Aquarion
- Population: 25,000
- Patron God: Hermes
- Capital: None
- * Major Cities: Heim
- Attractions: Kyros Summerfest
- Pyramid Team: None
Aquaria is a frigid ocean world with only one major land mass: Kyros, a crescent-shaped continent with volcanoes at both ends. Founded as a scientific research outpost, this remote world has also attracted a small but sturdy population known for stubborn independence, social tolerance and a unique barter system. However, the population can swell to as many as half a million during the annual Summerfest, which features music, dance, theater and epic poetry.
Canceron[edit]
"The Largest Democracy"
- Ancient Name: 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
Located at Hestia's L5 point, Canceron is the most populous of the Twelve Colonies, with 88 states represented in its planetary congress (Canceron has proudly maintained its status as a constitutional democracy for more than 1,000 years). A world known for its richness and diversity, its cities and resorts offer something for everyone: sunny southern beaches, snow-capped northern mountains, and of course the legendary casinos of Prommos. Canceron is also blessed with farmland that is among the most fertile in the colonies, as well as rich deposits.
Caprica[edit]
"Capital of the Colonies"
- Ancient Name: Capricorn
- Population: 4.9 billion
- Patron God: Apollo
- Official Language: Caprican
- Capital: Caprica City
- Major Cities: Caprica City, Delphi, Phoebus
- Attractions: Atlas Arena, Trojan Spaceport, Apollo University, Orpheus Park, Pantheon Bridge, Government Sector, Caprica City Museum of Contemporary Art, Ionian Islands
- Pyramid Teams: Caprica City Buccaneers, Delphi Legion, Phoebus Suns
The lush and beautiful world of Caprica was largely underdeveloped for centuries, but it is now the undisputed center of colonial politics, culture, art and education. Its oceanfront capital, Caprica City, is an architectural marvel that is home to more than seven million residents. Caprica is also known as the melting pot of the colonies, with thousands of immigrants and visitors arriving around the clock from every corner of the Four Systems.
Gemenon[edit]
"The First Colony"
- Ancient Name: Gemini
- Population: 2.8 billion
- Patron God: Hera
- Official Language: Old Gemenese
- Capital: Oranu
- Major Cities: Oranu, Illumini
- Attractions: Kobol Colleges, Illumini Pantheon, Gramada Mountains, Spatiu Gol Plateau, Pustiu Desert
- Pyramid Teams: Oranu Twins, Illumini Vipers
The first colony settled was Gemenon, which shares an orbit with its more populous and affluent neighbor, Caprica. The birthplace of several major religions, including the controversial Soldiers of the One, Gemenon has been torn by religious divisions for most of its history. Its extreme climate, from frozen plateaus to searing deserts, can make life difficult for its residents, who are known for their toughness as well as their strict religious interpretation of the Sacred SCroll.
Leonis[edit]
"Heart of the Colonies"
- Ancient Name: 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 has always been a major center of education and industry, and despite the gradual integration of the colonies, it has maintained its own distinctive language and culture. With almost no axial tilt, the planet is blessed with a milde and predictable climate, which means spectacular beaches and year-round ski slopes. Not surprisingly, Leonan food and wine are considered among the best in the Colonies. Despite historical clashes on Picon and other colony worlds, Leonis is now on relatively good terms with its neighbor Virgon.
Libran[edit]
"The Colony of Justice"
- Ancient Name: Libra
- Alternative Name: Libris
- Population: 2.1 million
- Patron God: Athena
- Capital: None
- Major City: Themis
- Attractions: Supreme Hall of Justice, Themis Arena
- Pyramid Team: None
Libran's dense jungles and hot, stormy climate make it an unlikely candidate for colonization, and for centuries it remained a largely uninhabited wilderness preserve. It was therefore surprising to many when the planet was chosen as the home of the Inter-Colonial Court, which tries all cases that fall across colony lines. Its only large city, Themis, hosts several major universities and law schools as well as a state-of-the-art arena, although it has been unable to attract a pyramid franchise.
Picon[edit]
"The Ocean Colony"
- Ancient Name: Pisces
- Population: 1.4 billion
- Patron God: Poseidon
- Capital: Queenstown
- Major Cities: Perkinston, Queenstown, Pailyn
- Attractions: Colonial Fleet Headquarters, Penrose Harbor
- Pyramid Team: Picon Panthers
The surface of Picon is over 75% water, but unlike Aquaria, its climate is temperate (at least during the summer months) and its seas support an abundance of aquatic life. Once a colony of Virgon, Picon is now one of the more socially progressive colonies, providing health care and affordable housing to all citizens. The populace is affluent and educated, with an enviably low crime rate. One of the major employers is the Colonial Fleet, which is based in Perkinston as well as various orbital facilities. Caprica's capital, Queenstown, started out as a fishing village, and now supports a thriving entertainment industry that rivals Caprica's.
Sagittaron[edit]
"The Lone Colony"
- Ancient Name: Sagittarius
- Alternative Name: Sagittarion
- Population: 1.7 billion
- Patron God: Zeus
- Capital: Tawa
- Attractions: Acheron River
- Pyramid Team: Sagittaron Archers
The barren, mountainous world of Sagittaron endured centuries of exploitation by the other colonies, and, perhaps as a result, its inhabitant are still quite poor and have been slow to embrace modern science and technology. Because of their religious beliefs, many Sagittarons eschew medical treatments in favor of folk remedies, and choose not to serve in the Colonial Militia. Public displays of affection as well as singing and dancing are banned by law, although visitors will find the capital, Tawa, a bit more tolerant than the isolated mountain valleys.
Scorpia[edit]
"Playground of the Colonies"
- Ancient Name: Scorpion
- 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
A world of untamed tropical jungles punctuated by rugged mountain ranges. Scorpia is a popular vacation destination for the other colonies. Its inhabitants, though pious and family-oriented, are known for their religious tolerance and accommodating nature. The two main industries are tourism and ship construction at the planet's orbital shipyard complex, which serves as a tourist attraction in its own right.
Tauron[edit]
"The Old Colony"
- Ancient Name: 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 Plain
- Pyramid Teams: Olympia Stallions, Tauron Bulls
One of the largest and wealthiest colonies, Tauron regained its independence from Virgon and Leonis 850 years ago, and fought a bloody civil war three decades ago when Ha'la'tha resistance fighters attacked the governing Heraclitus regime. Known for its rocky, reddish soil, Tauron's chief industries are farming and livestock, and its oldest citiy, Minos, was once located on a cattle trail. Tauron is also a major center of industry and technology, as well as the home of the Ha'la'tha crime syndicate (formed by former resistance fighters), which has spread throughout the colonies.
Virgon[edit]
"Imperial Virgon"
- Ancient Name: 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
Also called "The Blue Colony" because of its oceans and blue-tinted plant life, Virgon was the birthplace of the colonial language and culture, and its capital Boskirk, was the first city of the colonies for nearly a thousand years. However, a long and costly war between Virgon and its neighbor Leonis led to the Virgon Empire's gradual decline, and paved the way for the rise of Caprica. Virgon is the only remaining monarchy in the colonies, although the Royal Family's role is largely ceremonial and day-to-day administration is carried out by the planetary government.