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The '''Trions''', originally known as the '''Clansfolk''', were a race of [[humanoid]]s from the [[planet]] of [[Trion (planet)|the same name]].


The '''Trions''' (pronounced "''try''-ons") were a race of [[near-Human]]s from the [[planet]] of [[Trion (planet)|the same name]].
== Biology ==
Trions looked identical to [[human]]s and could survive in similar conditions.


==Physical Characteristics==
== Culture ==
[[File:Lomand.jpg|thumb|left|[[Lomand]], a Trion from [[Trion (planet)|Trion]]. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'')]]
Trion society was for a long time constituted almost as a caste system, with much of the power and privilege the sole preserve of the ruling Clans. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'') Different castes lived in different parts of the cities. ([[PROSE]]: ''[[Lords of the Storm (novel)|Lords of the Storm]]'') There were also shantytowns around the palaces. ([[PROSE]]: ''[[Zeitgeist (short story)|Zeitgeist]]'') These clans were later overthrown, but the later regime was overturned, returning the Clans to power. ([[PROSE]]: ''[[Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma (novel)|Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma]]'')


They looked identical to [[Human]]s and could survive in similar conditions.
Trions on the colonies had different traditions. On [[Sarn (planet)|Sarn]], they worshipped the fire [[god]] [[Logar]], which was actually based on the memories of Trion vulcanologists. Those with the [[Misos Triangle]] were known as the Chosen Ones. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'')


:''Since the nurse at [[Turlough]]'s school had no problem when examining [[Turlough]], that would imply that Trions have similar, if not identical, internal structure to [[Human]]s.'' ([[DW]]: ''[[Mawdryn Undead]]'') ''Based on [[Turlough]]'s comments, he may be older than he looks, implying a different rate of aging.'' ([[DW]]: ''[[Terminus (TV story)|Terminus]]'')
Trions used [[coin]]s with two heads. ([[PROSE]]: ''[[The Eight Doctors (novel)|The Eight Doctors]]'')


==History==
Trions did not like to look back, preferring to live in the present. ([[AUDIO]]: ''[[The Memory Bank (audio story)|The Memory Bank]]'')
Prior to [[Turlough]]'s time, Trion was invaded by the [[Tractator]]s, an experience so horrific that for generations to come, an [[ancestral memory]] of it would be triggered at the sight of one. In the case of Turlough this caused abject panic and fear. ([[DW]]: ''[[Frontios (TV story)|Frontios]]'')


The Trions were a reasonably advanced species, having [[space]]-faring capabilities and energy weapons. One Trion seemed completely unfazed by the fact that [[the Doctor's TARDIS]] had a [[dimensionally transcendental]] interior. ([[DW]]: ''[[Planet of Fire]]'') Turlough had familiarity with [[transmat]]s. ([[DW]]: ''[[Mawdryn Undead]]'')
== Technology ==
The Trions were a reasonably advanced species, having [[space]]-faring capabilities and energy weapons. [[Lomand|One Trion]] seemed completely unfazed by the fact that [[the Doctor's TARDIS]] had a [[dimensionally transcendental]] interior. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'') Turlough was familiar with [[transmat]]s. ([[TV]]: ''[[Mawdryn Undead (TV story)|Mawdryn Undead]]'')


Trion society was for a long time constituted almost as a caste system, with much of the power and privilege the sole preserve of the ruling Clans. Turlough and his family were members of one of these Clans.
== History ==
The Clansfolk were evolving "out of the [[jungle]]" when the [[Laima]] arrived on the planet. Early on, the Laima fed on the Clansfolk, but eventually stopped and considered that time of their existence to be [[barbarianism|barbaric]]. ([[PROSE]]: ''[[Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma (novel)|Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma]]'') Early in their history, the planet was invaded by the [[Tractator]]s, an experience so horrific that for generations to come, an [[ancestral memory]] of it would be triggered at the sight of one. ([[TV]]: ''[[Frontios (TV story)|Frontios]]'') The Laima left the physical universe, leaving behind the [[Slot]]s who named the planet "Trion" after the three great civilisations. The Clansfolk took that as their name. ([[PROSE]]: ''[[Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma (novel)|Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma]]'')


The Trions had colonies and representatives on many planets, including [[Earth]], where Turlough's exile took place ([[DW]]: ''[[Mawdryn Undead]]''), [[Sarn]], [[Darvey]] and [[Verdon]]). Despite this, many of these colonies were poorly maintained or forgotten, as in the case of Sarn. ([[DW]]: ''[[Planet of Fire]]'')
The Trions colonised planets for centuries. ([[PROSE]]: ''[[Lords of the Storm (novel)|Lords of the Storm]]'') These planets included [[Sarn (planet)|Sarn]], [[Darvey]], [[Verdon]], and [[New Trion]]. Some of these colonies, like Sarn, were abandoned over time. According to Turlough, the Trions had undercover agents on every civilised planet, including Earth. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'')


During Turlough's youth there was an uprising against the Clans, led by [[Rehtcaht]]. The Clansmen were deposed, their families broken up and sent to many other [[planet]]s - some Trion colonies, some not. These political exiles were marked with the [[Misos Triangle]] and were watched over by the Custodians. Rehctaht's tyrannical regime was eventually overthrown and the exiled Clansmen were allowed back to their original home. ([[DW]]: ''[[Planet of Fire]]'', [[TC]]: ''[[Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma]]'')
[[File:Timanov.jpg|thumb|right|[[Timanov]], a Trion from [[Sarn (planet)|Sarn]]. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'')]]
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During Turlough's youth there was [[Trion Civil War|an uprising]] against the Clans, led by [[Rehctaht]]. The Clansmen were deposed, their families broken up and sent to other [[planet]]s - some Trion colonies, some not. These political exiles were marked with the [[Misos Triangle]] and were watched over by the Custodians. Rehctaht's tyrannical regime was eventually overthrown and the exiled Clansmen were allowed back on their original home. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'', [[PROSE]]: ''[[Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma (novel)|Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma]]'')
 
When the Trion colony on Sarn was in danger from a [[volcano|volcanic eruption]]. Trion sent representatives to save the colonists. ([[TV]]: ''[[Planet of Fire (TV story)|Planet of Fire]]'')
 
== Behind the scenes ==
* Since the nurse at [[Turlough]]'s school had no problem when examining Turlough, that would imply that Trions have a similar, if not identical, internal structure to [[human]]s.
 
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Latest revision as of 16:09, 9 April 2024

The Trions, originally known as the Clansfolk, were a race of humanoids from the planet of the same name.

Biology[[edit] | [edit source]]

Trions looked identical to humans and could survive in similar conditions.

Culture[[edit] | [edit source]]

Lomand, a Trion from Trion. (TV: Planet of Fire)

Trion society was for a long time constituted almost as a caste system, with much of the power and privilege the sole preserve of the ruling Clans. (TV: Planet of Fire) Different castes lived in different parts of the cities. (PROSE: Lords of the Storm) There were also shantytowns around the palaces. (PROSE: Zeitgeist) These clans were later overthrown, but the later regime was overturned, returning the Clans to power. (PROSE: Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma)

Trions on the colonies had different traditions. On Sarn, they worshipped the fire god Logar, which was actually based on the memories of Trion vulcanologists. Those with the Misos Triangle were known as the Chosen Ones. (TV: Planet of Fire)

Trions used coins with two heads. (PROSE: The Eight Doctors)

Trions did not like to look back, preferring to live in the present. (AUDIO: The Memory Bank)

Technology[[edit] | [edit source]]

The Trions were a reasonably advanced species, having space-faring capabilities and energy weapons. One Trion seemed completely unfazed by the fact that the Doctor's TARDIS had a dimensionally transcendental interior. (TV: Planet of Fire) Turlough was familiar with transmats. (TV: Mawdryn Undead)

History[[edit] | [edit source]]

The Clansfolk were evolving "out of the jungle" when the Laima arrived on the planet. Early on, the Laima fed on the Clansfolk, but eventually stopped and considered that time of their existence to be barbaric. (PROSE: Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma) Early in their history, the planet was invaded by the Tractators, an experience so horrific that for generations to come, an ancestral memory of it would be triggered at the sight of one. (TV: Frontios) The Laima left the physical universe, leaving behind the Slots who named the planet "Trion" after the three great civilisations. The Clansfolk took that as their name. (PROSE: Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma)

The Trions colonised planets for centuries. (PROSE: Lords of the Storm) These planets included Sarn, Darvey, Verdon, and New Trion. Some of these colonies, like Sarn, were abandoned over time. According to Turlough, the Trions had undercover agents on every civilised planet, including Earth. (TV: Planet of Fire)

Timanov, a Trion from Sarn. (TV: Planet of Fire)

During Turlough's youth there was an uprising against the Clans, led by Rehctaht. The Clansmen were deposed, their families broken up and sent to other planets - some Trion colonies, some not. These political exiles were marked with the Misos Triangle and were watched over by the Custodians. Rehctaht's tyrannical regime was eventually overthrown and the exiled Clansmen were allowed back on their original home. (TV: Planet of Fire, PROSE: Turlough and the Earthlink Dilemma)

When the Trion colony on Sarn was in danger from a volcanic eruption. Trion sent representatives to save the colonists. (TV: Planet of Fire)

Behind the scenes[[edit] | [edit source]]

  • Since the nurse at Turlough's school had no problem when examining Turlough, that would imply that Trions have a similar, if not identical, internal structure to humans.