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'''Telekinesis''' is the ability to move objects simply by thinking about it. Telekinesis is a fairly common ability in in [[science fiction]] settings that include psychic powers. | '''Telekinesis''' is the ability to move objects simply by thinking about it. Telekinesis is a fairly common ability in in [[science fiction]] settings that include [[psionic|psychic]] powers. | ||
==Telekinesis in ''Star Wars''== | ==Telekinesis in ''Star Wars''== | ||
In ''[[Star Wars]]'', telekinesis is one of the most obvious powers of individuals able to manipulate [[the Force]], both [[Jedi]] and [[Sith]]. Advanced Force practitioners have shown the ability to manipulate tons of mass using the Force. | In ''[[Star Wars]]'', telekinesis is one of the most obvious powers of individuals able to manipulate [[the Force]], including both [[Jedi]] and [[Sith]]. Advanced Force practitioners have shown the ability to manipulate tons of mass using the Force. | ||
==Telekinesis in ''Star Trek''== | ==Telekinesis in ''Star Trek''== | ||
Telekinesis is a relatively rare ability in ''[[Star Trek]]''. Many [[super race]]s have telekinetic abilities, but very few humanoids have demonstrated telekinesis. A group of aliens who lived briefly among the ancient Greeks before moving on to settle the planet Platonius, however, acquired telekinetic abilities from consuming a substance called kironide found in the local food supply<ref>TOS "Plato's Stepchildren"</ref>. While visually indistinguishable from humans, the Platonians | Telekinesis is a relatively rare ability in ''[[Star Trek]]''. Many [[super race]]s have telekinetic abilities, but very few humanoids have demonstrated telekinesis. A group of aliens who lived briefly among the ancient Greeks before moving on to settle the planet Platonius, however, acquired telekinetic abilities from consuming a substance called [[kironide]] found in the local food supply<ref>TOS "Plato's Stepchildren"</ref>. While visually indistinguishable from humans, the Platonians aged very slowly, and their immune systems were extremely weak, making even a tiny scratch a life-threatening infection risk. [[Leonard McCoy|Dr. McCoy]] discovered the source of their powers and determined that it could be duplicated in ordinary humans, but the [[Federation]] has never duplicated the power since, even in military emergencies. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:31, 6 May 2022
Telekinesis is the ability to move objects simply by thinking about it. Telekinesis is a fairly common ability in in science fiction settings that include psychic powers.
Telekinesis in Star Wars
In Star Wars, telekinesis is one of the most obvious powers of individuals able to manipulate the Force, including both Jedi and Sith. Advanced Force practitioners have shown the ability to manipulate tons of mass using the Force.
Telekinesis in Star Trek
Telekinesis is a relatively rare ability in Star Trek. Many super races have telekinetic abilities, but very few humanoids have demonstrated telekinesis. A group of aliens who lived briefly among the ancient Greeks before moving on to settle the planet Platonius, however, acquired telekinetic abilities from consuming a substance called kironide found in the local food supply[1]. While visually indistinguishable from humans, the Platonians aged very slowly, and their immune systems were extremely weak, making even a tiny scratch a life-threatening infection risk. Dr. McCoy discovered the source of their powers and determined that it could be duplicated in ordinary humans, but the Federation has never duplicated the power since, even in military emergencies.
References
- ↑ TOS "Plato's Stepchildren"