big F Posted January 25, 2006 Share Posted January 25, 2006 (edited) I've never seen the Flat Top in an episode, but its on the website. Maybe its in some deep background shots that go by real quickly. 363930[/snapback] The Flat top has been shown in a couple of episodes I cant remember which but Im sure it was season 1 and possibly the Miniseries Heres another oddity from the Production Art section. Not sure if these are the weapons batteries above the flight tubes or something else altogether. 363930[/snapback] AS for the weapon batteries they look kinda like the TOS Galacticas Turbo laser turrets. Edited January 25, 2006 by big F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobywan Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 The flat top is the Hephestus. It was the ship docking with the Galactica in "Water". It was docking upside-down. The artwork was pre-production art. There are no guns on the new Galactica that look like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeathHammer Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Larger shot of the Flat Top here. http://www.galacticastation.com/Galactica%.../hephaestus.htm Can't tell if those two turrets on the deck are weapons or something else. Would seem reasonable for non passenger vessels to have some kind of defense. If those are guns, curious if there was piracy or a consistent threat of piracy in known shipping lanes. ( Be interesting to see Galactica run into some pirates) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Huh?! Expanded what?! 363963[/snapback] Still no idea what the '3-inch 2004 Scout ship vehicle' on that list is. It's not the Raptor as that is already listed. Anyway, I'm hoping that list is wrong, as there is no Viper MKII listed. The MKVII is listed, but I want a MKII more. Heck, it's the main fighter of the show. How can you make a toy line without the main fighter. Grrrrrrr! Graham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Maybe they figure we've already got the Joyride Studios edition Viper MkII, so fans don't need another version? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeathHammer Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 POTENTIAL SPOILERS AHEAD FOR EP 16/18-20 *** (Actor chosen for new Cyclon) http://scifipulse.net/battlestarnews/Stock...alaneyOnBG.html Dana Delaney & Dean Stockwell To Guest On GalacticaSource TGL 30 December 2005 By Ian M. Cullen The Great link has reported that Dean Stockwell and Dana Delaney will make somewhat prominent guest starring roles in the final two episodes of the 2 nd season of Ron Moore’s re-imagining of the Classic 70’s series Battlestar Galactica. TGL quoted from two reports, which originated at The Hollywood North Report and the Subject2Discussion Internet talk show. Dean Stockwell who is much loved by Genre fans for his role as Al in the Classic TV show Quantum Leap will be portraying one of the new Cylon roles in the series. Stockwell will play Brother Cavel in the two-part season finale of BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, titled ‘Lay down your Burdens’. Brother Cavel is believed to be part of the Cylon religious order. Apparently Boomer Cylon and Number Six will play a key role in the episode as the two Cylon representatives who petition the colonial fleet for peace. Dana Delaney best know for (CHINA BEACH) will guest star in episode 2/16 ‘Sacrifice’ as a terrorist. Also, the latest issue of TV Guide Magazine reveals details of Episode 2x18, ‘Downloaded’, in which we'll see how the Cylon consciousness is downloaded into another version of Number Six as they die. Baltar will also apparently become a temp president of the fleet in the final few episodes while Laura Roslin recovers from her Cancer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Maybe they figure we've already got the Joyride Studios edition Viper MkII, so fans don't need another version? 364329[/snapback] The Joyride Studios Viper toy is the 1978 TOS version, not the new 2004 MKII. As of this moment, there is no MKII toy, just some resin garage kits. Graham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 I for one am really glad they are making a MK VII since there are currently NO kits or anything of it.....there is a 1/24 model on the way but god only knows how long it will take to be ready!......and there are at last count 4 Mk II kits available in various scales! That being said I Would like a MK II also with the MK VII not instead of. Maybe the scout ship is refering to the blackbird. Graham, how can they make a toy line with out the title vessel...the GALACTICA! Personally I could do without Colonial 1. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bromgrev Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 I like Colonial 1. Reminds me of old school Strontium Dog, somehow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Sadly, most people here will not get the Strontium Dog reference. Graham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsu legato Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Sadly, most people here will not get the Strontium Dog reference.Graham 364644[/snapback] It's something excruciatingly "British," I'm sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Maybe they figure we've already got the Joyride Studios edition Viper MkII, so fans don't need another version? 364329[/snapback] The Joyride Studios Viper toy is the 1978 TOS version, not the new 2004 MKII. As of this moment, there is no MKII toy, just some resin garage kits. Graham 364349[/snapback] Wow. I had no idea that they were different Vipers. What are the main differences? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyryder Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 The main differences are the canopy and the shapes of the wings. The new canopies are a little more realisticaly shaped. The wings new look sleeker, untill you realize they're thick flat edged slabs, with no better aerodynamics than the originals. There are also a few subtle differences in minor details, and some gentle curves introduced in a few places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 That's just plain odd then, that they wouldn't release a "new" MKII to go along with the rest of the lineup. Ah who cares, it's the MK7 that I want to hold in my hands... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight26 Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I like Colonial 1. Reminds me of old school Strontium Dog, somehow. 364420[/snapback] As in the Strontium Dog from 2000AD? Correct me if I am wrong but wasn't he a character? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chowser Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 what's the difference between the joyride, silver and blue versions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I like Colonial 1. Reminds me of old school Strontium Dog, somehow. 364420[/snapback] As in the Strontium Dog from 2000AD? Correct me if I am wrong but wasn't he a character? 364673[/snapback] That's the one. Mutant bounty hunter Johnny Alpha. Graham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 what's the difference between the joyride, silver and blue versions? 364677[/snapback] The Blue squadron has a more white finish, compared to the first release Joyride Viper which was overall grey. The Silver-Spar Squadron is white, but with very heavy weathering. Also has a Silver-Spur badge and kill markings. Graham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight26 Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I guess the ship does look a little bit like his helmet and armor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bromgrev Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I like Colonial 1. Reminds me of old school Strontium Dog, somehow.364420[/snapback] As in the Strontium Dog from 2000AD? Correct me if I am wrong but wasn't he a character? 364673[/snapback] That's the one. Mutant bounty hunter Johnny Alpha. 364679[/snapback] I guess the ship does look a little bit like his helmet and armor. 364684[/snapback] Ok, ok, I'll clarify: I was referring to the name of the comic strip which starred Johnny Alpha. By 'old school' I mean 'as drawn by Carlos Ezquerra'. Whenever I see Colonial 1 on screen, I am reminded of Ezquerra's spaceships in Strontium Dog. There - clear as mud! Now go and buy the comic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight26 Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 My bad I don't remember the ship in the comic, my brother would always freak out if I looked at his 2000AD or Judge Dread comics. Do you have a picture of the ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Ok. Lee just shot up a whole bunch of points in my book. This guy's human after all, not the idealistic "ARMY OF ONE" poster boy of duty and honor that the show originally painted him to be. From the looks of the preview of next week's episode, it looks like its Starbuck's turn to fall apart even further... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 I don't get why Kat is going to be the next/new hotshot pilot....didn't she just learn to fly a viper like a few months earlier in their timeline? I got now problem with her becoming a great pilot, but wouldn't one of the legacy pilots that the Galactica still has or one of the Pegasus pilots be challenging her for "top stick" position not some newbie? Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 (edited) They picked 'Kat because fans have unofficially declared her as being "annoying," or otherwise unlikeable. Much like 'Lucas and the creators of 'Eva, this is BSG's way of screwing with the fans. -I know I wouldn't mind seeing her buy the farm... Edited January 31, 2006 by myk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 I don't get why Kat is going to be the next/new hotshot pilot....didn't she just learn to fly a viper like a few months earlier in their timeline? I got now problem with her becoming a great pilot, but wouldn't one of the legacy pilots that the Galactica still has or one of the Pegasus pilots be challenging her for "top stick" position not some newbie?Chris 364876[/snapback] Max Jenius ring a bill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Max still had more time, I believe, than Kat. I'm with you MYK she annoys me too. I didn't ming her at first but after that stupid "dance" or whatever she did to the news woman I was like ok that is a little annoying, but then in resurection ship pt1 she was Galacticas flight leader!? WTF! Very annnoying voice!!! "Galactica request weapons free!" "FRACK!" Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 It happens all the time...you always find some new rookie that has some crazy skills whether it be shooting, martial arts, sports, or pilots. She was a pilot before the Viper training so it's not totally that far fetched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 I wonder how Hot Dog-Costanza is doing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 To go slightly OT back to 'Black Market'....did anyone really like this episode? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Effect Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 I actually like the episode, mainly cause it was more advancement for Apollo which I think had been lacking recently. Not to mention the whole dark side of the fleet. Makes him more human I feel and I might be wrong I see him becoming somewhat more like Adama in this episode, especially at the end where the President clearly wasn't happy with either of them due to Lee's decision on the Black Market and with Adama backing his son on his decision. The show of trust between of them was nice to see. Kinda reminded me of more of the original BG episodes were you had Apollo and Starbuck out doing other things beside flying. I'd actually like to see more of Lee in non-flying situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 It wasn't so much the Lee-ness of the episode. Nor was the view of the fleet. I liked those aspects of it. It just seemed very 'un BSG' like in that it followed like an episode of CSI or something. Especially with Bill Duke (not that he wasn't great) as a "mob boss" type person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 He played the exact same character that he portrayed in Commando... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 (edited) Or Bird on a Wire; though I can't look at him ever without going, "I'm gonna have me some fun....I'm gonna have me some fun." Edited January 31, 2006 by Gaijin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 There now, you all have your Casi-freaking-opea character already. NOW QUIT YOUR WHINING!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realdeal Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Ok. Lee just shot up a whole bunch of points in my book. This guy's human after all, not the idealistic "ARMY OF ONE" poster boy of duty and honor that the show originally painted him to be. From the looks of the preview of next week's episode, it looks like its Starbuck's turn to fall apart even further... 364874[/snapback] I also like Lee a lot more. He was just a whiney brat, then came a near death experience and now he's kind of a brooding tough guy. I got a lot more respect for Lee now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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