# Not Yet— explained — Star Born

> Chapter companion for Star Born by Andre Norton.

## What happens

Raf and Dalgard discuss the future of Dalgard's people, their shared Terran heritage, and the importance of maintaining their own path. Dalgard explains that his colony must develop independently before reconnecting with Terra. Raf attempts to send a mental message to Soriki with the help of the mermen, and they continue their journey northward toward the ship.

## Themes in this chapter

### Colonization and Identity

Dalgard reflects on his people's divergence from Terran roots and the need to preserve their unique cultural and mental development.

### Technology vs. Nature

Contrast between Terran reliance on machines and the colonists' turn to mental and natural communication methods.

### Friendship and Loyalty

Raf's attempt to mentally reach Soriki highlights the bond between them, and Dalgard's support underscores loyalty.

## Character check-ins

### Raf Kurbi

Struggles with his vision and fears of not reaching the ship in time; attempts to send a mental message to Soriki.

### Dalgard Nordis

Explains his people's need for isolation and growth; guides Raf and coordinates with the mermen for communication.

### Sssuri

Present during the mental communication attempt, sitting with Dalgard and Raf.

### Soriki

Target of Raf's mental message; described as a com-tech with a broad face and cheerful demeanor.

## Key lines

> But those who were in the beginning born of Terra shall always have a common heritage.

All humans originally from Earth share an enduring connection.

_Dalgard emphasizes the unbreakable bond of Terran origin despite physical and mental changes._

> We shall provide another kind of machine, and these will give us the power, or so we hope.

We will use a different method, and the mermen will help amplify it.

_Dalgard proposes using mental communication instead of technology to contact Soriki._

> To go back to the old ways now would be throwing away clues to mysteries we have not yet fully explored.

Returning to Terran ways would abandon discoveries we are still making.

_Dalgard explains why his colony must continue on its own path._

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