Everyone's Blog Posts - Battlestar Galactica Fanclub2024-03-19T05:01:09Zhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profiles/blog/feed?xn_auth=noConfirmed!!!!tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2024-03-02:4960814:BlogPost:2923002024-03-02T19:28:16.000ZEns. Erika "Jacobite" Persiannihttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/ErikaPersianni
<p>I will be attending East gate Comic Con on 17 March 2024 spring show in my colonial duty blue uniform so if anyone is near by come say hello. I am sure I will be the only BSG colonial there and therefor easy to spot. If I am not walking around you can find me a t the United federation of Plants star ship USS serenity fan table again I will be the only one in Colonial duty blues uniform. Pictures and video will be forth…</p>
<p>I will be attending East gate Comic Con on 17 March 2024 spring show in my colonial duty blue uniform so if anyone is near by come say hello. I am sure I will be the only BSG colonial there and therefor easy to spot. If I am not walking around you can find me a t the United federation of Plants star ship USS serenity fan table again I will be the only one in Colonial duty blues uniform. Pictures and video will be forth coming here and on face book groups.</p>
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<p>Ens. E Persianni</p>Happy New Year 2024tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2024-01-01:4960814:BlogPost:2913592024-01-01T09:51:39.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
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<p><span>Happy New Year, fellow Galactica enthusiasts! As we bid farewell to another incredible year, we can't help but reflect on the amazing adventures we've shared in the Battlestar Galactica Fanclub and with our flagship chapter, Battlestar Raven-BFC…</span></p>
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<p><span>Happy New Year, fellow Galactica enthusiasts! As we bid farewell to another incredible year, we can't help but reflect on the amazing adventures we've shared in the Battlestar Galactica Fanclub and with our flagship chapter, Battlestar Raven-BFC 002.</span></p>
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<p><span>We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for each and every one of you who has made this community an absolute joy to be a part of. Your passion, creativity, and unwavering love for all things Galactica continue to inspire us </span><span>beyond</span><span> measure!</span></p>
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<p><span>In this new year, we encourage you to embrace the spirit of adventure and boldly go where no fan has gone before. Dive deeper into the captivating universe of Battlestar Galactica, connect with fellow fans, and let your imagination soar to new heights!</span></p>
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<p><span>Speaking of new heights, this community would not be where it is now in the BSG community if it were not for each and every one of its members, the hard-working staff, and you, THE FANS.</span></p>
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<p><span>Remember, it's the connections we forged that make this journey truly special. Let's celebrate the friendships we've formed and create even more meaningful bonds as we venture into this new year together. As the staff and leadership of the Battlestar Galactica Fan Club, we're committed to bringing you exciting content, engaging discussions, and endless opportunities to celebrate our beloved series. Stay tuned for exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and thrilling updates that will keep the Galactica fire burning bright!</span></p>
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<p><span>So, raise your glasses to a year filled with laughter, e</span><span>pic battles, and memorable moments that will forever be etched in our hearts. May this New Year be your most extraordinary one yet, filled with incredible experiences and dreams that surpass the stars themselves!</span></p>
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<p><span>We can't wait to embark on this next chapter with you, dear Galactica fans. Let's make 2024 our most stellar year yet! Together, we'll continue to celebrate the timeless brilliance of Battlestar Galactica and forge a future that's as unforgettable as the series itself!</span></p>
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<p><span>Keeping the Faith Alive: So Say We All!!</span></p>
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<p><span>DragonLady</span></p>
<p><span>BFC President</span></p>
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<p>I know I havent been active alot as of late had super busy month here in October with a few family events ie; birthdays and my own wedding anniversary. I am hoping to have my BSG blue uniform by nov 12 for EastGate comic con in greensboro NC along w ith my tags and all that I need. Fingers crossed that happens. Debating on weather or not to get Lee's tags or Captain Agathon's. will see what happens there.</p>
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<p>I know I havent been active alot as of late had super busy month here in October with a few family events ie; birthdays and my own wedding anniversary. I am hoping to have my BSG blue uniform by nov 12 for EastGate comic con in greensboro NC along w ith my tags and all that I need. Fingers crossed that happens. Debating on weather or not to get Lee's tags or Captain Agathon's. will see what happens there.</p>
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<p>I will get pictures from EastGate if I go. Depends on what I have going on here at that time and if I can get the time off from that for the day. its only a One day con so we will see.More information forth coming as date gets closer.</p>Celebrating 45 Years of Galactica Magictag:battlestarfanclub.com,2023-09-17:4960814:BlogPost:2906492023-09-17T20:30:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
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<div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"><div dir="auto">Today marks a momentous occasion as we commemorate the 45th anniversary of the original Battlestar Galactica series that first captured our hearts back in 1978. It’s a time to reflect on the immense impact this iconic show has had on science fiction and the countless memories it has given us.</div>
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<div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"><div dir="auto">But the story doesn't end there. The legacy of Battlestar Galactica continues to inspire new generations with its timeless themes and captivating storytelling. It has spawned new iterations, reboots, and spin-offs, reminding us that the spirit of the Galactica lives on.</div>
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<div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"><div dir="auto">On this special anniversary, let's raise our glasses to the talented cast, crew, and all the fans who have kept the Galactica flame burning bright for four and a half decades. Your passion and dedication have made this universe truly special, creating a community that spans galaxies.</div>
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<p> Because of the failure of the Valkyrie Mk. 1 as A Special Operations Platform, The Fleet Admiralty came to the Conclusion that A more specialized and efficient Ship Design was needed for that particular mission.</p>
<p>They finally settled upon the Banshee Class Design, A more streamlined and stealthy design perfect for Counterinsurgency…</p>
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<p> Because of the failure of the Valkyrie Mk. 1 as A Special Operations Platform, The Fleet Admiralty came to the Conclusion that A more specialized and efficient Ship Design was needed for that particular mission.</p>
<p>They finally settled upon the Banshee Class Design, A more streamlined and stealthy design perfect for Counterinsurgency and Counterintelligence, Two things that might make the difference in Any Future Conflict with the Cylons, or Any Foe that would Threaten the Security of the Colonies.</p>
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<p>With certain Design Features, The Stealth Battlestar, or 'Stealthstar', Can penetrate Enemy Space undetected and conduct Special Operations and Intelligence Gathering Missions either independently, or in advance of A Major Fleet Operation.</p>
<p>The Stealthstar Banshee (SSR-001) was the Test Bed; It proved the Efficiency and Efficacy of the Design Mission; However, It also shown that Improvements in Compatible Systems and Equipment were needed; Fortunately, Such Improved Technology was just coming on line.</p>
<p>The Second Ship, The Lelantus (SSR-002), Was built with the Advanced Improvements and designated Banshee Mk. 2; The Banshee was refitted to Lelantus Specifications.</p>
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<p>One of the Integral Features of the Mk.2 was an Advanced Copy of The Standard Cylon IFF(Identification Friend or Foe)Device, Which will allow the Stealthstar to Approach Cylon Fleet Formations and Anchorages without being detected.</p>
<p>Another is the Low Visibility Armor and Composite Paint which is said to absorb DRADIS Waves instead of reflecting them back; All External Ports can be sealed up to also prevent DRADIS Waves from bouncing back.</p>
<p>All of the Internal Systems (FTL, DRADIS, Sublight, Computer ) designed for this Class are Classified; However, It's Weapons Compliment is as follows:</p>
<p>KEW Turret: 16</p>
<p>Point Defense Guns: 75</p>
<p>Ship to Ship Missile Batteries: 25</p>
<p>Nuclear Weapons: (Classified)</p>
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<p>The Air Wing of the Banshee Class Consists of Two Squadrons of Stealth Fighters; The Older, Yet still useful, S-Star Mk. 1 is retained, Receiving Upgrades to it's Engines and Computer Systems.</p>
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<p>Another Squadron is the More Advanced 'Blackbird', Borrowing some Design Features from the Viper Mk. 2 and 3, However, being wrapped in Composite Material; This was initially intended to replace the older S-Star when sufficient numbers were built; The Blackbird was intended to be the Standard Stealth Fighter in the Fleet, and some already built were distributed to certain Fleet Units already; There is an Unconfirmed Rumor that Chief Galen Tyrol of the Battlestar Galactica somehow obtained the Plans for the Blackbird and has actually built one aboard the Galactica.<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12225327687?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12225327687?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>Also, A Squadron of Raptors, Specially Coated in Composite Paint, Are assigned for Insertion/Extraction Missions.</p>
<p>In Addition, The Stealthstars would also be assigned A Company of Colonial Marines specially trained in Unconventional Warfare.</p>
<p>The Banhsee Class was being constructed at A Undisclosed Location somewhere within the Colonies; It is not known whether such Facility survived the Second Cylon Invasion.</p>
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<p>THE CLASS</p>
<p>Because of the Clandestine Operational Intent of this Class, Not much is known at this point about which ones have been completed and which have survived; The Data We have is mostly based on Survivors' Accounts:</p>
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<p><em>Banshee </em>(SSR-001) Refitted to Mk. 2 Specifications</p>
<p>MK.2 (Lelantus Subclass)</p>
<p><em>Banshee </em>(SSR-001) Assigned First Fleet; Was in Orbit with the rest of the Battlegroup at Picon when the Cylons Invaded; Despite not having Networked Computers to be Exploited via Dr. Gaius Baltar's CNP Program, The Cylons were ably to Visually sight , target, and destroy the <em>Banshee. </em>Status: Destroyed</p>
<p><em>Lelantus </em>(SSR-002) Conducted several Clandestine Missions beyond the Red Line into Cylon Space; No Enemy Detection reported; The <em>Lelantus </em> brought back Valuable Intel, Including Recon Photos, Of the Evolution of the Cylon Fleet ;It's last known Position was Several Days out of Ragnar Anchorage. Status: Unknown</p>
<p><em>Thespia </em>(SSR-100) Assigned WSG-05, Fifth Fleet. Status: Presumed Active.</p>
<p><em>Solomon</em> (SSR-101) Assigned Seventh Fleet. Status: Unknown</p>
<p><em>Bubo </em>(SSR-102) Was Reportedly only 65% Complete at the Time of the Cylon Attack. Status: Incomplete/Destroyed</p>
<p><em>Shu </em>(SSR-103) Reportedly only 30% Complete. Status: Incomplete/Destroyed</p>
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<p>THE KIT</p>
<p>This is Another Creation from the Facebook Group Colonial Fleet Shipyards; I actually Campaigned for This Kit because it was A Unique Design I wanted to add to My Fifth Fleet.</p>
<p>The Ship Itself is in Six Resin Parts; Included are Options to have the Gun Turrets Stowed or Deployed<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12225335059?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12225335059?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>And, Here's the Big Plus: It actually comes with TINY Vipers and Raptors! I mean, I didn't think it was possible to make them THAT Small(We're talking 1/4015 Scale, the same as the Moebius Galactica and Pegasus)! And Painting Them? It would be like Trying to Paint Fleas! Well, They would like nice with other Ships of the Fleet, If anybody wants the Challenge.</p>
<p> I Decided to go with A Total ' Buttoned Up' Look and Installed Retractable Flight Deck Doors using Evergreen Corrugated Sheet.</p>
<p>For the Low Visibility Scheme, I sprayed Russian Green as A Primer, Then Airbrushed Uniform Grey for the Cloud Pattern; I made the Colonial Seal Decal from an Image; The Custom Ship Names are Courtesy of Downen Scale Replicas.<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12225336677?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12225336677?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>And there You have it, A Nice little Project which adds to My Fleet.</p>
<p>You can get one of Your own by Contacting Jack Burgin jr. in the FB Group Colonial Fleet Shipyards.</p>Updatetag:battlestarfanclub.com,2023-08-05:4960814:BlogPost:2902642023-08-05T19:45:16.000ZEns. Erika "Jacobite" Persiannihttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/ErikaPersianni
<p>So we moved 3 of our dogs to the big house in June. Sadly Lady Sansa crossed the rainbow bridge on 6/2 due to a stroke/ Blood clot. My husband and I are heart broken but we are dealing because we have Captain Jack, Rebel and Captain Adama that still need us and Sansa wouldnt want us to be sad for too long.</p>
<p>So I went to East gate comic con back in May. There was NO Battlestar: Galatica Presence at all. I am hopping to have my…</p>
<p>So we moved 3 of our dogs to the big house in June. Sadly Lady Sansa crossed the rainbow bridge on 6/2 due to a stroke/ Blood clot. My husband and I are heart broken but we are dealing because we have Captain Jack, Rebel and Captain Adama that still need us and Sansa wouldnt want us to be sad for too long.</p>
<p>So I went to East gate comic con back in May. There was NO Battlestar: Galatica Presence at all. I am hopping to have my BSG uniform by the next one in November on the 12th. I plan on wearing that over the Star fleet one. Dont care if it pisses people off. BSG is my go to fandom and club not Star trek. gives exposure to BSG I am all for it. Hopefully t here are others near NC that can come to it and help me out there. We dont need a table just bodies in uniforms. Go from there this time then next year see what we can do for a table.</p>Changing of Quarterstag:battlestarfanclub.com,2023-05-14:4960814:BlogPost:2895192023-05-14T17:24:52.000ZEns. Erika "Jacobite" Persiannihttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/ErikaPersianni
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">So come this time next month I should be in new quarters with an band new office set up I hope. Will have more BSG things o n the walls. I refuse to add the few (SF) Starfleet things I have as BSG is my go to over Star Trek. It always has been.</span></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">This change in quarters brings me, my husband and our 4 dogs ( Captain Jack (Sparrow) , Sansa, Rebel and …</span></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">So come this time next month I should be in new quarters with an band new office set up I hope. Will have more BSG things o n the walls. I refuse to add the few (SF) Starfleet things I have as BSG is my go to over Star Trek. It always has been.</span></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">This change in quarters brings me, my husband and our 4 dogs ( Captain Jack (Sparrow) , Sansa, Rebel and Captain Adama Lee ( Yes she is named after who you all think) more space and we can not wait for it. Its been a long 8 years in coming but it i s finally going to happen and we are super excited. It gives us the bigger more open floor plan with the bigger kitchen and the bigger master bathroom. It is also the house my husband grew up in.</span></strong></p>
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<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">SO I plan on being more active here once we are set up at t he big house so my fellow colonials bear with me a bit longer. I am here and I read what I can.</span></strong></p>Shore Leave Con 2023tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2023-02-17:4960814:BlogPost:2869912023-02-17T02:00:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
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<p>On behalf of Shore Leave Con, we make the following post:</p>
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<p> This year marks the 20<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Battlestar Galactica miniseries that kicked off the new BSG series that aired in 2004. </p>
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<p>SHORE LEAVE is delighted to announce the addition of both Grace Park (Battlestar Galactica, Hawaii Five-O) and Aaron Douglas (Battlestar Galactica, Motherland Fort Salem) to our roster of guest stars making personal appearances…</p>
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<p>On behalf of Shore Leave Con, we make the following post:</p>
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<p> This year marks the 20<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Battlestar Galactica miniseries that kicked off the new BSG series that aired in 2004. </p>
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<p>SHORE LEAVE is delighted to announce the addition of both Grace Park (Battlestar Galactica, Hawaii Five-O) and Aaron Douglas (Battlestar Galactica, Motherland Fort Salem) to our roster of guest stars making personal appearances at this year’s convention. Both actors will be taking part in Q&A sessions during the weekend, as well as making themselves available for autographs and photo opportunities as well.</p>
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<p>Among our other special guest stars this year will be Ben Browder (Farscape, Stargate SG-1), Claudia Black (Farscape, Stargate SG-1), Alaina Huffman (Stargate Universe, Supernatural), Robert Picardo (Star Trek Voyager, Stargate), Robert Duncan McNeill (Star Trek Voyager), Penny Johnson Jerald (Star Trek DS9, The Orville), Peter Macon (The Orville, Family Guy) and Bonnie Gordon (Star Trek Prodigy).</p>
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<p></p>Tyler Tweed Memorial Scholarship Fundtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2023-02-14:4960814:BlogPost:2872492023-02-14T00:30:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
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<p id="viewer-8jf0t" class="mm8Nw _1j-51 roLFQS _1FoOD _3M0Fe Z63qyL roLFQS public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr"><span>Colonials,</span></span></p>
<p id="viewer-sdtn68" class="mm8Nw _1j-51 roLFQS _1FoOD _3M0Fe Z63qyL roLFQS public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr"><span>Over the holidays, the XO of Battlestar Raven-BFC 002, suffered a tremendous lost in his life when his son Tyler passed away. We kept it of the public’s eyes to give the family some privacy and time to deal with their lost. But as a parent, you can never really fully deal with the loss of a child. Even as time passes by, the hurt will still be there. Just not as fresh. All you can do is keep the memory of that child close to you.</span></span></p>
<p id="viewer-hfese10" class="mm8Nw _1j-51 roLFQS _1FoOD _3M0Fe Z63qyL roLFQS public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr"><span>Steve Tweed is my XO on Battlestar Raven and a friend. I do not call people a friend just like that. Many of my staff on Battlestar Raven, has been with me through thick and hard times since the group’s inception. That is how close and tight knit we are of a group. You do not have to be blood related to be a family. You just choose to do it because you feel it and act on it.</span></span></p>
<p id="viewer-gq9ct12" class="mm8Nw _1j-51 roLFQS _1FoOD _3M0Fe Z63qyL roLFQS public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr"><span>The reason for this post is that I would like for this community to come together for one of our very own and open their hearts into donating whatever you could spare, towards the memorial fund established in Tyler Tweed’s memory. Tyler was a diesel mechanic, and his scholarship will be for people who are interested in mechanics at Madison College. Tyler was a graduate of that program and loved working in the mechanical field. Tyler passed away on December 14th, 2022, at the age of 24 from complications from diabetes. All funds donated will be used to fund this scholarship.</span></span></p>
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<div>Tyler Tweed's Memorial Scholarship Fund: <span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr"><span><a href="https://gofund.me/d95981e6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow ugc noreferrer" class="_3Bkfb _1lsz7"><u class="_3zM-5">https://gofund.me/d95981e6</u></a></span></span></div>The Stranded Warrior a 1978 Galactica Fan Filmtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2023-02-14:4960814:BlogPost:2872472023-02-14T00:30:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
<h2><strong>Short Summary The Stranded Warrior</strong></h2>
<p>Are you tired of waiting for the TV and Movie producers to finally make a Classic Battlestar Galactica TV show or Movie? I know we were, so we decided to do something about it. We are Chris and Pete (aka The Tipsy Toaster and NY Pete) from the live Vodcast IFB Interfleet Broadcasting. Together as lifelong Battlestar Galactica fans (Galactica nuts really) we are going to make an outstanding fan film with your…</p>
<h2><strong>Short Summary The Stranded Warrior</strong></h2>
<p>Are you tired of waiting for the TV and Movie producers to finally make a Classic Battlestar Galactica TV show or Movie? I know we were, so we decided to do something about it. We are Chris and Pete (aka The Tipsy Toaster and NY Pete) from the live Vodcast IFB Interfleet Broadcasting. Together as lifelong Battlestar Galactica fans (Galactica nuts really) we are going to make an outstanding fan film with your help. </p>
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<p>Yeah, I know around every bulkhead is someone asking for cubits, or some used viper salesman haggling you. So what makes us so special? Well, glad you asked. Over the years (yahrens) of our live broadcasting, we have interviewed tons of fans like you, some going the extra mile, some just doing what they can to fuel the fandom. We have met so many talented and passionate people who want to help lend their expertise to this fan film. We have built a rag tag fleet of fans and recruited talent for this project. We are confident with the right number of cubits (open palm smacks viper fuselage) you can bring some relief to those old school Battlestar Galactica yearnings. And who knows, perhaps we can start a movement and show that the original 1978 Glen Larson Battlestar Galactica is still a viable product and has fans willing to watch. So, what do ya say? This thing only has 45 years (yahrens) on it, so let’s take it for a spin!</p>
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<h3><strong>THE COSTS</strong></h3>
<p>How much will it cost? Well it depends. We are looking for $7500 cubits to do a 20-minute<span> </span><i>bare-minimum</i><span> </span>production that will make any BSG fan proud.</p>
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<p>We can do the bare minimum at this cost because we have a lot of volunteers for one. [Actually, we’re lucky that everyone is a volunteer.] These are talented people who work for a meal and the exposure, which is fantastic. And we already threw in a couple of thousands of our own dollars to get the ball rolling. We also scaled our production to fit the budget. The more cubits we get, the higher the quality production. As you can see we are determined to do this but want to make the best product we can. We sure hope you can help us.</p>
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<h3><strong>GOALS</strong></h3>
<p>But all said and done, we do have stretch goals That will increase the quality of the production. </p>
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<p><strong>Goal 01 $7500</strong><br/> Seven thousand five hundred Cubits is the bare minimum and gets us a two-day shoot on location at a large building in New York with real actors and 1080 cameras. Better than a Cellphone production in front of a sheet somewhere on the lower decks of the Galactica here! This also includes some costumes and props.</p>
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<p><strong>Goal 02 $9500</strong><br/> At nine thousand five hundred Cubits We can get a 20', and two 10' Green Screens backdrops to simulate inside of a Battlestar. (Renting a Battlestar or a building and constructing a set was way over our budget!) </p>
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<p><strong>Goal 03 $11,000</strong><br/> At eleven thousand we will be able to rent three professional cameras and lenses for a two day on location shoot. This will give us the ability shoot 6k and edit to 4k. We will also be able to rent audio equipment like lavalier mics, shotgun mics, recorders and boom pole.</p>
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<p><strong>Goal 04 $13,000</strong><br/> At Thirteen thousand five hundred cubits, we will fly the main character in to film on location and drive the necessary equipment and green screen down to record scenes at a warehouse with a Real 1 to 1 scale viper not a cardboard cutout! </p>
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<p><strong>Goal 05 $16,000</strong><br/> Sixteen Thousand cubits will give us the use of professional lights for the scenes and the green screen. Instead of using home made clamp lights and bulbs from the Cylon's garage.</p>
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<p><strong>Goal 06 $23,000+</strong><br/> Reaching this goal will give us a basic start for another 20+ minute part two of the Stranded Warrior. Further funding will make on location shooting possible. We will need to travel and find a western set or utilize the green screen we have from the first episode. This includes the backstory of Lacerta, Red eye and what happens to Martin!</p>
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<p>Every cubit donated goes into the production, the more cubits donated the better the production. Being a fan film, NO ONE MAKES MONEY from this project! It’s a showcase of Classic Battlestar Galactica talent, just about every other franchise has a strong Fan Film representation, now it’s our turn to fuel the fleet!</p>
<h2><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong></h2>
<p>We promise you this: if we meet the goals outlined above, we will provide the best fan film possible, using really talented people and quality equipment. We included some perks so be sure to check those out. From the custom screen worn helmets to custom hoodies to uniform items and screen credits. Everyone who donates gets something. </p>
<h3><strong>Can’t Donate?</strong></h3>
<p>We understand that not everyone is in a position to donate but if you can’t, help out by spreading the word. Use those share tools provided here on Indiegogo and check out our progress on social media.</p>
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<p>INDIEGOGO LINK - <a href="https://igg.me/at/StrandedWarrior/x#/">https://igg.me/at/StrandedWarrior/x#/</a></p>
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<p></p>Holocron Toy Store Event Announcementtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2023-02-03:4960814:BlogPost:2864882023-02-03T05:52:12.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
<p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 roLFQS _1FoOD _3M0Fe Z63qyL roLFQS public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-bmkb08"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr"><span>Holocron Fort Worth is proud to present their Galactic Alliance event, benefiting Jack Stauffer (actor, Battlestar Galactica), with help from theie friends at The Peter Mayhew Foundation and special guest Anne Lockhart! Jack has had some serious medical issues come about, so…</span></span></p>
<p id="viewer-bmkb08" class="mm8Nw _1j-51 roLFQS _1FoOD _3M0Fe Z63qyL roLFQS public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr"><span>Holocron Fort Worth is proud to present their Galactic Alliance event, benefiting Jack Stauffer (actor, Battlestar Galactica), with help from theie friends at The Peter Mayhew Foundation and special guest Anne Lockhart! Jack has had some serious medical issues come about, so Star Wars and Battlestar Galactica fans alike are here to help! Their event will be Sunday, February 12th from 1-6PM. Special guests Anne Lockhart (Battlestar Galactica), GW Childs (Darth Nihilus), and Angie Mayhew (The Peter Mayhew Foundation) will be there signing autographs and taking photos. They will also have their friends in the costuming groups with the 501st and Rebel Legion there to take photos. They hope to see all of you there!</span></span></p>
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<p>Colonials,</p>
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<p>The BFC’s Flagship Chapter Battlestar Raven’s collection is growing! Here is the latest addition to the fleet collection that just arrived at our doorstep! Stay tune for there is more to come! …<br></br><br></br></p>
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<p>Colonials,</p>
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<p>The BFC’s Flagship Chapter Battlestar Raven’s collection is growing! Here is the latest addition to the fleet collection that just arrived at our doorstep! Stay tune for there is more to come! <br/><br/></p>
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<p>Colonials,</p>
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<div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"><div dir="auto">Folks, let us as a community come together and help one of our own, Jack Stauffer. As you all know, he got his right leg amputated above his knee. He is good spirits despite what he went through.</div>
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<p>Colonials,</p>
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<div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a"><div dir="auto">Folks, let us as a community come together and help one of our own, Jack Stauffer. As you all know, he got his right leg amputated above his knee. He is good spirits despite what he went through.</div>
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</div>Fayetteville Comic Con 2022 (Fall) Debrieftag:battlestarfanclub.com,2022-10-21:4960814:BlogPost:2838052022-10-21T02:23:14.000ZCdr. Keith "Leonidas" Ransonhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/KeithaRanson
<p>People of the Fleet, Another Con in the Sandhills of North Carolina is in the Books.</p>
<p>And, A Good Turnout was Had; As Usual, Gunstar Trireme was there to Represent the BFC and Talk about our Mission.</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846554891?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846554891?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a></p>
<p>And, Another Diverse Gathering of Guests: Actress/ Model Bai Ling:…</p>
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<p>People of the Fleet, Another Con in the Sandhills of North Carolina is in the Books.</p>
<p>And, A Good Turnout was Had; As Usual, Gunstar Trireme was there to Represent the BFC and Talk about our Mission.</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846554891?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846554891?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>And, Another Diverse Gathering of Guests: Actress/ Model Bai Ling:</p>
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<p>Also, A Husband and Wife Cosplay Team known as the Bat and The Cat</p>
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<p>In Addition, Tamiak from the Film the Last Dragon; Dimitrious Bistrevsky, Who donned the Darth Vader Armor in 'Obi-Wan Kenobi'; and Gigi Edgely from 'Farscape'.</p>
<p>And, Returning to Fayetteville: WWE Women's Champion Victoria.</p>
<p>(Hold Up...You Think She's A Cylon...?)</p>
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<p>And Lots of Wrestling:<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846557062?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846557062?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
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<p> Let's not Forget: Tons of Toys and Collectables<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846557260?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846557260?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
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<p>And,Of Course, Comics!</p>
<p>And, I got to meet what many call the First Cosplayer: Karen Whitfield,Who Dressed up at the Bronze Age Batgirl and Did Promotional Tours with Adam West and Burt Ward<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846558859?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10846558859?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>Now, I have been Personally Campaigning for the Producers to Book more BSG Stars to Our Show; The Guy in Charge told me about How I Could Help Him...Which might be Easy...</p>
<p>So, Let's just see if we can Make Things Happen! SSWA</p>Re-boot Re-boottag:battlestarfanclub.com,2022-08-24:4960814:BlogPost:2828392022-08-24T02:41:51.000Zarthur Maulehttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/arthurMaule
<p>I heard a couple of times that someone was re-doing B.S.G. again. Does anybody know if this is true, and what's up if it is?????</p>
<p>I heard a couple of times that someone was re-doing B.S.G. again. Does anybody know if this is true, and what's up if it is?????</p>Love this sitetag:battlestarfanclub.com,2022-03-09:4960814:BlogPost:2820282022-03-09T23:37:27.000ZMichael Ryderhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/MichaelRyder
<p>Been a member for a long time but other then checking the site I have never done much with it. What are some ways to be more involved?</p>
<p>Been a member for a long time but other then checking the site I have never done much with it. What are some ways to be more involved?</p>Fayetteville Comic Con 2021 (Fall) Debrieftag:battlestarfanclub.com,2021-10-25:4960814:BlogPost:2807032021-10-25T00:48:27.000ZCdr. Keith "Leonidas" Ransonhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/KeithaRanson
<p> Well, It seems that things are possibly turning the Corner in Terms of 'Normality' , Despite the Covid Pandemic Still Hanging around.</p>
<p> Even with hardly any Publicity this year, Fayetteville Comic Con has returned to the Sandhills of North Carolina with Fun and Geekdom across the Board.</p>
<p>The Spring Show made it's Debut this past June; I Decided to wait until the Fall Show, when Temperatures would not make Cosplay uncomfortable; And, it was worth the Wait! Noah Hathaway, Known to…</p>
<p> Well, It seems that things are possibly turning the Corner in Terms of 'Normality' , Despite the Covid Pandemic Still Hanging around.</p>
<p> Even with hardly any Publicity this year, Fayetteville Comic Con has returned to the Sandhills of North Carolina with Fun and Geekdom across the Board.</p>
<p>The Spring Show made it's Debut this past June; I Decided to wait until the Fall Show, when Temperatures would not make Cosplay uncomfortable; And, it was worth the Wait! Noah Hathaway, Known to Us all as the Original Boxey, Joined the list of Guests to visit the All-American City; And, A Bonus! Con Organizers placed the Table for the Gunstar Trireme right next to His!</p>
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<p>When Noah Arrived, I Personally Welcomed Him to Our Show; Of Course, He being all Grown Up was very eager to Meet and Greet the Fans; He mostly spoke about His Post-BSG Role in 'The Neverending Story'; Every now and then, He would Talk about how Dirk Benedict and the Late Richard Hatch would Argue between Takes, and, that Jack Stauffer was 'Safe Like Switzerland', Lol; Well, I never heard most of the Stories, But since the came from somebody who was actually there, then why question it? It was still great Fun All Around.</p>
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<p>In addition to Noah, We had what many call 'Rasslin'' (Wrestling); An Amateur Org. Set up an Actual Ring and had Matches to Delight the Crowd:</p>
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<p>Also, we had Wrestling Stars like Ryback and WWE Diva Victoria Meeting and selling Autographs; As Usual, We had Cosplay Everywhere, and, Wares to be Bought and Sold:</p>
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<p>Also, We had Comics Legend Jim Shooter in Attendance, Autographing some Classic Covers; I was told He started in the Comics Industry at Age 14 ! Wow, many of Us could only Dream starting that Early!</p>
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<p>On Day Two, Noah was interviewed by A Ten Year Old Girl on the Center Stage; And Noah Told A Few Stories about The Problems with Casting and Production He had endured as A Young Actor; Guess that proves when You're thrown into Show Business at A Young Age, It does have an Impact.</p>
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<p>And, More Sights from Fayetteville Comic Con, Including Cold Blooded Guests!</p>
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<p>Where were the Comics You say? Plenty of them!</p>
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<p>And, More things to Buy</p>
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<p>At the End of the Con, I Gave Noah A Trireme Patch in Sincere Appreciation for Everything He does for BSG Fans; He told Me He would be Happy to return if they got more of the BSG Cast down here one year; Well, I haven't met Dirk Benedict, Herbert Jefferson jr,, or Laurette Spang yet, so Fingers crossed that will happen in My Lifetime!</p>
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<p>So, here's hoping We can finally put the Covid Pandemic behind Us and bring some REAL Star Power to Fayetteville!</p>
<p>I'm holding out Hope that We could have EJO, Arron Douglas, Lucianna Carro, Leah Cairns, and others from the RDM Cast someday.</p>
<p>So Say We All!</p>
<p> Cdr. K.A, 'Leonidas' Ranson</p>
<p> Gunstar Trireme, GSR-0201</p>WARSTAR PLATAEAtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2021-07-31:4960814:BlogPost:2797082021-07-31T04:58:42.000ZCdr. Keith "Leonidas" Ransonhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/KeithaRanson
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<p> <em>"..All Ships prepare to jump to the Colonies.........Generals gather in </em></p>
<p><em> their masses........Prepare to transmit Shutdown Signal to all Colonial</em></p>
<p><em> Fleet Units........Just like Witches at Black Masses.....Prime all Nuclear</em></p>
<p><em> Weapons and prepare to deploy.......In the Fields the Bodies burning.....</em></p>
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<p> <em>"..All Ships prepare to jump to the Colonies.........Generals gather in </em></p>
<p><em> their masses........Prepare to transmit Shutdown Signal to all Colonial</em></p>
<p><em> Fleet Units........Just like Witches at Black Masses.....Prime all Nuclear</em></p>
<p><em> Weapons and prepare to deploy.......In the Fields the Bodies burning.....</em></p>
<p><em> All Heavy Raiders prepare to deploy Centurions for Planetary Mop Up</em></p>
<p><em> Operations.......As the War Machine keeps turning.......Alert Special </em></p>
<p><em> Fleet Group for Heavy Assault on Picon.......Day of Judgement God is</em></p>
<p><em> calling.......The Final Annihilation of the Life Form known as Man.....</em></p>
<p><em> On their Knees the War Pigs crawling........Let The Attack begin......</em></p>
<p><em> No More War Pigs have the Power, Hand of God has struck the Hour....</em></p>
<p><em> .....End of Line. "</em></p>
<p> After the Armistice,ending the First Cylon War,was Signed, The Ink was barely dry when the Colonial Fleet Admiralty saw the Data on the Two <em>Marathon-</em>Class Warstars,And they liked some Particular Trends;However,They soon realized that with the Losses the Colonies,and the Colonial Fleet took, they would need to go bigger and better...and fast.</p>
<p> They took A Hard Look at the Two <em>Saturn</em>-Class Warstars(Variant of the <em>Mercury</em>-Class Battlestars),and were not too impressed; They need to go Much Bigger;They needed A Ship large enough to carry and lay down Massive Quantities of Firepower in any Battle;A Ship befitting the Designation 'Warstar'.</p>
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<p> <em>ARES CLASS WARSTAR</em></p>
<p> (<em>AUTHOR'S NOTE: THIS IS NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH THE BATTLESTAR ARIES,BSR-26)</em></p>
<p> The Admiralty finally stumbled upon A Proposed Variant of the Limited-Production <em>Titan</em>-Class Battlestar (Whose Manufacturing Infrastructure was still in place) and very much liked what they saw; Because of it's Distinctive Head-On Profile, The Admiralty took to calling it 'Warstar X ':</p>
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<p> Eventually, They would christen the Class after The God of War,Whom with Hades,Lord of the Underworld,attempted to overthrow the Other Gods;Legend reveals that this lead to the Conflagration that forced the 13 Tribes to flee Kobol,never to return.</p>
<p> The Fleet Admiralty requested Approval for 12 of these Huge Ships(One for Each Colony,with an Option for Three more) to be built.</p>
<p> The Quorum of the Twelve would bring up the Eventual Question: Why does the Fleet need that many Massive( And Massively Expensive)Ships? The Quorum was showed Classified Intelligence,gathered by the Raven Battle Group ,along with other Clandestine Fleet Reconnaissance/Intelligence Gathering Assets,That clearly showed that the Cylons were not only evolving,improving,and upgrading Their Military Striking Power,They were building more of It at an Alarming Pace;If the Colonies were attacked again,Not even Current Fleet Doctrine would survive;The Colonies had to build more,bigger,and fast.</p>
<p> The Quorum, along with the President,Unanimously approved Production of the Ares,And several other Classes, Days Later, Because they knew the Clock was ticking....</p>
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<p> <em>THE CLASS</em></p>
<p> It was Intended to build one per year;It's More Modern Design was intended to benefit from New and Upcoming Technology,Including the New Fleet CNP Program,being developed by Dr. Gaius Baltar.</p>
<p> Two were completed,One was Under Construction when the Cylons struck.....Time had run out.</p>
<p> <em>WARSTAR ARES, WSR-95</em></p>
<p> First Ship Completed; Assigned to Warstar Group Three (WSG-03), First Fleet;Was purported to be the Fleet Flagship in A Proposed Invasion of the Cylon Homeworld;Those Plans were dropped when Certain Details were Accidentally Leaked to the Media.</p>
<p>The <em>Ares</em> was in Orbit Above Fleet Headquarters on Picon when the Cylon Invasion Began; Almost immediately, the Ares was shut down...10 seconds later,the Reserve Energizers(not connected to the Main Computer)Kicked in;Unfortunately,The <em>Ares </em>could not manuver or escape,It could only Return Fire and maintain Life Support.</p>
<p>It took the Cylons at least 10 of their New Base Stars to surround the <em>Ares;</em> They had to resort to Ramming the Ship with A First War Base Star converted to A 100MT Nuke;The Massive Explosion scattered Debris all through the Cyrannus System;Most of it formed an Artificial Ring around Picon,To this day that Ring is called the 'Folly of Ares'.</p>
<p><em>STATUS: DESTROYED</em></p>
<p><em> </em><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9337897687?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9337897687?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p> <em>WARSTAR PLATAEA,WSR-99</em></p>
<p><em> </em>Second Ship Completed; Assigned to Warstar Group Five(WSG-05), Fifth Fleet.</p>
<p>Partnered with First War Veteran <em>Warstar Marathon; </em>The 5th Fleet was the Only Remaining Major Fleet Formation that did not have the New Fleet CNP Program Installed; It was Scheduled to be Installed upon the Fleet's Return to it's Home Port of Salamis Station, Tauron;Fleet was finishing it's Patrol of the Outer Periphery of the Cyrannus System and was prepping coordinates for the Jump Home when they received the Following Message:</p>
<p> <em>TO ALL COLONIAL FLEET UNITS:</em></p>
<p><em> CYLON ATTACK UNDERWAY; THIS IS NO DRILL</em></p>
<p>Change of Plans,No Doubt;Shortly afterword,They picked up A Series of Strange Messages about Colonial Ships,Even Whole Fleets being shut down like 'Somebody just flipped A Switch'; Then, they Remembered that they had been Equipped with the New CNP Program...the Very same one They were supposed to get when they got Home.</p>
<p>Putting 2 and 2 together was almost easy.</p>
<p>So, What were they to do? Who was In Command of the Fleet? They received A Message that Bill Adama was taking Command aboard the <em>Battlestar Galactica,</em> And to Rendezvous at Ragnar Anchorage; But Wait,If the Cylons are using the CNP to shut down our fleet,can they use it to Tap In to Our Secure(even Scrambled)Communications?</p>
<p> Until they had A Clear Picture of the Situation,the Safe Bet was to maintain Subspace Silence.</p>
<p>The 5th Fleet is still out there..Somewhere...</p>
<p><em>STATUS: PRESUMED ACTIVE.</em></p>
<p><em> WARSTAR TROY,WSR-98</em></p>
<p> Was only 40% Complete when it,Along with the Ithaca Shipyards at Leonis was destroyed.</p>
<p><em>STATUS: INCOMPLETE/DESTROYED.</em></p>
<p><em> WARSTAR ALEXANDER,WSR-97</em></p>
<p>Keel was scheduled to be laid the Following Year.</p>
<p><em>OTHER SHIPS ORDERED( </em>No Registries Assigned)</p>
<p><em>Warstar Hector, Warstar Tutankhamun, Warstar Artemis, Warstar Hermes,Warstar Jupiter,</em></p>
<p><em>Warstar Orion, Warstar Cerebus,Warstar Zeus</em></p>
<p><em>Other Possible Ships:</em></p>
<p><em>Warstar Heracles,Warstar Shazam,Warstar Galactica</em></p>
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<p><em>ARES CLASS SPECIFICATIONS:</em></p>
<p>Air Wing:50 Viper Squadrons,10 Raptor Squadrons,20 Shuttles</p>
<p>Crew: 20,000(standard)</p>
<p>One Colonial Marine Brigade (with Attached Marine Landing Flotilla)</p>
<p>Drive Systems: 2 Primary FTL Drives,1 Secondary</p>
<p>16 Sublight Engines</p>
<p>Weapons: 500 Point Defense Guns</p>
<p>55 Ship to Ship Missile Launchers</p>
<p>21 Nuclear Weapon Silos ( 8 Horizontal,12 Vertical, 1 Rear-Firing)</p>
<p>2 Super Heavy Cannons Under Bow</p>
<p>7 Heavy Turrets</p>
<p>6 Medium Turrets</p>
<p>144 Type 2 KEW Turrets</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9338006881?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9338006881?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p><em>THE MODEL</em></p>
<p>This,Quite Frankly,is the Biggest Model Kit I have built so far;Can they get any bigger?</p>
<p>This Kit is Courtesy of Jack Burgin jr.'s Facebook Group Colonial Fleet Shipyards; This was originally to have been cast in Polyurethane Resin, with the Starting Price Tag of $300 USD; I ordered this Kit back in October 2016 with the Thought: Will anybody else actually produce this ship in Moebius Scale? Kind of Academic, since Moebius lost it's Licence to Produce BSG kits..what A shame.</p>
<p>Then...3D Printing Tech came just in time! It's still Big, however, the Parts are lighter,and For those who want to add lighting to the ship,It should be easy; The Best Part: It reduced the Price Tag by about $65(Confirm with Jack about the Price,for it hasn't been exactly set in stone yet).</p>
<p>The Head and the Engineering Sections are Printed into Four Parts Each;The Center Section is one Hollow Piece;The Four Flight Pods are in Two Halves each,and the Pod Support Arms are 16 Solid Pieces.</p>
<p>Strongly recommend using Gorilla Glue(the Foaming Kind) for the Major Sub-Assemblies,along with Regular CY,or Super Glue; Coat Hanger Wire and Wire from expended Sparklers will add strength when joining Halves.</p>
<p>When putting the Major Body Parts together,I used Scrap PVC Piping,Secured with Gorilla,for Added Strength.</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9338118257?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9338118257?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p> The Kit does come with Gun Turrets,But not Enough of Them.</p>
<p>This is where DownenScaleReplicas.com comes in! Troy Downen produces some very fine Gun Turrets in Many Styles,whether Manned or Automatic,Two Barrels or Four,even Heavy Turrets and Turbo Lasers! He's got A lot of good things for Us BSG Modelers, Including Custom Decals,with more coming in the Future!</p>
<p>The Initial Paint Color was Rattle Can Uniform Grey from TheArmyPainter.com; Then,after Running out of Model Master Canada Voodoo Grey,Humbrol Matt Grey 147 saved the day! Weathering with Acrylics and Dullcote finished it off.</p>
<p>The Display stand was basically A Shelving Board from Lowe's Hardware,then Cut and Beveled by My Friend Greg at Hobby Town USA;The Grecian Columns are the same ones you find on Fancy Wedding Cakes,and Available from Walmart or Amazon :</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9338130883?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9338130883?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>Now, Only one <em>Ares-</em>Class Warstar Remains,and the Cylons Fear It.</p>
<p>They know well the Consequences should the <em>Warstar Plataea</em>,Along with the Rest of the 5th Fleet,should ever One Day show up on the Doorstep of Their Home World:</p>
<p> <em>" We can't let them Go.."</em></p>
<p><em> -Doral</em></p>
<p><em> " If We do,They'll return One Day and seek Revenge.."</em></p>
<p><em> -Leoben</em></p>
<p><em> " It's in Their Nature.."</em></p>
<p><em> -Six</em></p>
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<p><em> </em>The Cylons are sending whatever They can spare to hunt down and destroy the 5th Fleet.</p>
<p>This is A Task They would have Preferred to give to Cylon Model Zero and Her Fleet;But now,She is locked into Her Pursuit of the Raven Battle Group......Then,There is the Pursuit of the <em>Battlestar Galactica </em>and the Fleet of Civilian Ships under Her Protection,In search of A Long-Distant Planet known as Earth.</p>
<p> The Cylons may have A Plan and the Technology,but they do not have Enough Resources to go around......</p>
<p> The Plan is Flawed.....</p>
<p> The Plan is Vulnerable....</p>
<p></p>
<p> If there was anything the Colonies had close enough to A Death Star(Or, at least A Super Star Destroyer), Then this would be it!</p>
<p> If <em>Mercury-</em>Class Battlestars can be called 'Beasts', Then, with some Legitimacy, The <em>Ares-</em>Class Warstars could be called</p>
<p> <em>MONSTER</em></p>
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<p></p>BFC 21ST ANNIVERSARY POSTERtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2021-07-07:4960814:BlogPost:2791132021-07-07T02:00:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
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<p>Here is the BFC's 21 Anniversary poster. I finally got the chance to post here on the website. Traveling for my real-life job does not always allow me to just sit down and relax. This wonderful poster was done by a talented artist by the name of Vincent Sammy ( Instagram.com/karbon.k ). Please do not forget to check out his page and spread his workaround. There is a higher resolution for download.…</p>
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<p>Here is the BFC's 21 Anniversary poster. I finally got the chance to post here on the website. Traveling for my real-life job does not always allow me to just sit down and relax. This wonderful poster was done by a talented artist by the name of Vincent Sammy ( Instagram.com/karbon.k ). Please do not forget to check out his page and spread his workaround. There is a higher resolution for download.<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9212911871?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></p>
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<p></p>Musical Tribute to the new BSG!tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2021-03-04:4960814:BlogPost:2785012021-03-04T13:12:00.000ZJoolzhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/Joolz
<p>Five years ago I moved to China and formed a band with the Music teacher and Tech Director at my school. I started writing songs and decided to put together a five-part tribute to Battlestar Galactica. I hope you guys like the songs! <br/><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2uYsoKmNORkQwoSVmdmSeg">https://open.spotify.com/artist/2uYsoKmNORkQwoSVmdmSeg</a></p>
<p>Five years ago I moved to China and formed a band with the Music teacher and Tech Director at my school. I started writing songs and decided to put together a five-part tribute to Battlestar Galactica. I hope you guys like the songs! <br/><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2uYsoKmNORkQwoSVmdmSeg">https://open.spotify.com/artist/2uYsoKmNORkQwoSVmdmSeg</a></p>HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL COLONIALS AROUND THE WORLDtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-11-26:4960814:BlogPost:2571442020-11-26T20:00:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
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</div>WARSTAR MARATHONtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-09-24:4960814:BlogPost:2418652020-09-24T01:30:00.000ZCdr. Keith "Leonidas" Ransonhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/KeithaRanson
<p> In the Colonial Fleet, A Warstar is basically A 'Mega-Battlestar', or, A Warship with more Firepower and Capability than A standard Battlestar;A Further Definition is A Ship that can seize and control an Area of Space until Reinforcements arrive; Also, A Ship that can provide Massive Support and Firepower for A Primary Battle Group,Sometimes as A Flagship.</p>
<p>Earth Equivalents are: 'Man 'O War', Dreadnought, and 'Super-Battleship'.</p>
<p>This was A Critical Need for the Newly Formed…</p>
<p> In the Colonial Fleet, A Warstar is basically A 'Mega-Battlestar', or, A Warship with more Firepower and Capability than A standard Battlestar;A Further Definition is A Ship that can seize and control an Area of Space until Reinforcements arrive; Also, A Ship that can provide Massive Support and Firepower for A Primary Battle Group,Sometimes as A Flagship.</p>
<p>Earth Equivalents are: 'Man 'O War', Dreadnought, and 'Super-Battleship'.</p>
<p>This was A Critical Need for the Newly Formed Colonial Ministry of Defense when they needed an Answer for the Massive Firepower the Cylons begun to bring into Play in the First Cylon War; They needed A Pure Warship that could Give as well as it would Get,Because in some battles,The Standard Battlestars were not enough;And The Colonies could not afford A Long War of Attrition.</p>
<p>After considering many Designs,the CMoD settled on The <em>Marathon</em>-Class Warstar Design: A Simple Hybrid of <em>Atlas</em> and <em>Jupiter</em> class Battlestars ,Utilizing Parts and Production from both classes to construct one Large Warship:</p>
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<p>This Ship is designed to deliver double the Firepower and Attack Capability of At least two <em>Jupiter-</em>class Battlestars,with an Expanded Air Wing and A Marine Company on board;With Minimal Support,It can take control of an Area of Space until A Battle Group can arrive.</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/7963119889?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/7963119889?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/7963120500?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/7963120500?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p><strong>MARATHON-CLASS SPECIFICATIONS:</strong></p>
<p>ARMAMENT:</p>
<p>60 Heavy KEW Turrets</p>
<p>120 PDG Twin Mounts</p>
<p>96 PDG Single Mounts</p>
<p>4 Horizontal Missile Tubes</p>
<p>10 Vertical Missile Tubes</p>
<p>AIR WING:</p>
<p>8 Viper Squadrons + 1 Reserve Squadron</p>
<p>(180 Vipers)</p>
<p>2 Raptor Squadrons</p>
<p>(48 Raptors)</p>
<p>10 Standard Heavy Shuttles</p>
<p>CREW:</p>
<p>15,000 (Standard)</p>
<p>12,000 (Minimal)</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/7963133853?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/7963133853?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
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<p>A Total of 7 <em>Marathon-</em>class Warstars were initially planned to be built,with an Option for More;However, the Ending of the First Cylon War,and, The Approval of the Massively Larger and More Powerful <em>Ares</em>- class Warstar Design pretty much made the <em>Marathon</em> class Obsolete.</p>
<p>Two <em>Marathons</em> were completed and one was partially built when the Armistice was declared; The Two Completed Ships fought in the last half of the war,and served with Distinction;After the war, they were retained in the Fleet.</p>
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<p><strong>MARATHON-CLASS DISPOSITION</strong></p>
<p><em>MARATHON </em>(WSR-110)</p>
<p>Lead Ship of the Class and First of the Warstar Line;Participated in at least 5 Major Battles as part of Warstar Group One (WSG-01); Credited with Destroying 7 Cylon Base Stars and at least 23 Supporting Vessels;Helped Re-Take Cimtar near the Outer Rim of the Cyrannus System; Was Dispatched to Canceron for the Last Battle before the Armistice was declared after the loss of the Battlestar <em>Columbia</em>;However, A Unforseen Problem with it's FTL Drive Delayed it's Deployment and it arrived at Canceron one hour after Cylon Forces had withdrawn.</p>
<p>With the Approval of the <em>Ares</em> -class design for Production,The Fleet began to Re-Organize; And, after the Accidental Loss of the <em>Miltiades, </em><em>Marathon </em>was teamed up with the Second <em>Ares-</em>class Warstar, <em>Plataea, </em> to form Warstar Group Five (WSG-05), assigned to the 5th Fleet.</p>
<p>Helena Cain served with Distinction aboard the <em>Marathon</em>,as A Squadron Commander,Part of her Meteoric Rise through the Fleet Ranks to eventually have the <em>Mercury-</em>class Battlestar, <em>Pegasus</em>,as her Flagship.</p>
<p>At the Beginning of the Second Cylon Invasion, WSG-05 and the 5th Fleet were on the Periphery of Colonial Space; The New Fleet CNP Program had not been downloaded into these Ships;Since Communications with Fleet HQ on Picon were severed after the Initial Attack,The 5th Fleet has not been heard from; Rumors are, they are still out there,Maintaining Subspace Silence...</p>
<p>STATUS: UNKNOWN - PRESUMED ACTIVE</p>
<p><em>MILTIADES </em>(WSR-105)</p>
<p>Second Ship of the Class; Assigned to Warstar Group Three (WSG-03); Participated in 2 Major Battles,and took Heavy Damage in Both;Credited with Destroying 2 Cylon Base Stars and 10 Supporting Vessels.</p>
<p>5 Years after the Armistice,<em>Miltiades</em> was Destroyed in A Freak Accident as A Result of an Accidental Combustion in her FTL Drive;The Only Survivors were 2 Viper Pilots and A Raptor Crew on CAP who managed to get clear of the Massive Explosion; An Investigation Revealed A Flaw in The Ship's Redesigned Fuel Cells that led to the Catastrophe;The Flaw was Identified and Corrected in <em>Marathon</em>.</p>
<p>STATUS: DESTROYED-STRICKEN FROM FLEET LIST</p>
<p><em>PASAUNIAS </em>(WSR-107)</p>
<p>The <em>Pasaunias </em> was 35% Complete at the Time the Armistice was Declared;With the Cancellation of the Remaining <em>Marathon-</em>class Ships,it was decided to Retrofit this ship to <em>Jupiter-</em>class specs; It eventually became the Last <em>Jupiter-</em>class ship built by the Colonies: The Battlestar <em>Herodotus.</em></p>
<p>STATUS: CONVERTED</p>
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<p><strong>THE MODEL</strong></p>
<p>It's really sad that Moebius Models lost it's License from NBC/Universal to Produce these kits(There are some of these floating around under the Revell Germany Label,they're probably Moebius Molds),Because now,These Kits are getting more scarcer than Chicken Lips;And, if you happen to find one on E bay,or another Auction Site,we're talking BooCoo Cubits! If Lords of Kobol be kind,Hopefully, Someone will crank out these kits again!</p>
<p>I Grabbed 3 of these kits from Monsters in Motion,Via E Bay;To my surprise,2 of them were the 'Limited San Diego Comic Con' Edition Molded in CLEAR PLASTIC! What the Frak? Well, I didn't care! A Coat of Grey Dollar Store Primer from the Rattle Can took care of that Technicality!</p>
<p>Beforehand,I found Pictures of other People's Interpretation of Warstars,to guide me to Possible Directions I could go;Then, I decided to go with the only thing that really works: Keeping It Simple.</p>
<p>I Started with the Center Body: A Normal Hull would have the 2 Hull Inserts,where the Flight Decks would retract into before the FTL Jump; I Installed 2 on the Upper Half,and 2 on the lower;The Result is A Bigger Center Body; Two Pieces of PVC Tubing connected the pins that connect top to bottom; I also made sure all 4 Hull Inserts were solidly reinforced;When those points were secured, I closed the Open Spaces with Evergreen Styrene sheet #4062 ;I cut the Pieces to shape,with the Ribs in the Vertical Position;Once all the Gaps were filled, I moved to the Head;I Followed the Same pattern;Once everything was in place,I Used Evergreen Styrene Strip #6-115(.015x.100) and 6-8206(.022x.066) to replicate the Armor on Battlestars from the First Cylon War;Since I really didn't have the time to precisely replicate the pattern on the Armor,I decided to 'Wing It',and be as random as I could; I made sure all the Unprotected Areas,except for the PDG Gun Stations,Viper Launch Portals,and Engine exhaust Portals,were Covered;</p>
<p>Added Extra Sublight Engines,and Gun Turrets from the Spare kit,and, the Horizontal Missile Tubes and other doodads from an Armor Kit I Built A Month Earlier; Painting was done with Model Master Colors( They're out of Production too! FRAK ME!) Weathering was done with polly scale acrylics,and Scorch Marks were added with Tamiya Dry Brush through Cut out Patterns in An Index Card.</p>
<p>Oh, The Third Kit I bought will be the Herodotus;I've Already Built the Galactica.</p>Return frome absence return to duty.tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-09-11:4960814:BlogPost:2417292020-09-11T23:19:29.000ZAdmiral Miguel Riverahttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/ViceAdmiralMiguelRivera
<p>Hello Colonials,</p>
<p> I have not been here in quite awhile and i value my privacy like many of you do. Its been and still is a crazy year with all the COVID going and a race for a vaccine. I am sure Some companies will rush in order to get the big money contract that goes with finding a vaccine. I hope they find one that works and helps keep everyone safe. Over the last few months i have been bogged down with working long hours. I have made some changes to my life schedule in…</p>
<p>Hello Colonials,</p>
<p> I have not been here in quite awhile and i value my privacy like many of you do. Its been and still is a crazy year with all the COVID going and a race for a vaccine. I am sure Some companies will rush in order to get the big money contract that goes with finding a vaccine. I hope they find one that works and helps keep everyone safe. Over the last few months i have been bogged down with working long hours. I have made some changes to my life schedule in order to hopefully get some Sci Fi fun in and going steadily again.</p>
<p> Keep the FAITH and hopefully all will go back to some kind or normalcy in the months to come leading back to all conventions being made available to the public. I am keeping my fingers cross b/c conventions are a great to meet people and have lots of fun with fellow FANS! I will be posting a NEW Mission Sortie on the BFC FB and Raven Airwing FB Soon. Pass on to fellow Pilots they exams are still available for being qualified and for fun. I have not seen any exams submitted in quite some time. Its my sincere hope all of you will join and please whatever get posted on FB please share here as well. Be safe everyone and take care of yourselves best way you can.</p>
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<p>Best Regards,</p>
<p>FADM Rivera, M.A.(CF)</p>Happy 50th Birthday The The Chief Of The Raven! ALE TO THE CHIEF!tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-07-09:4960814:BlogPost:2404092020-07-09T12:30:15.000ZJohn David "Buzzsaw" Feaginhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/JohnDavidFeagin
<p>HAPPY FIFTIETH BIRTHDAY TO CHIEF RONNIE BEATON!</p>
<p>So say we all!</p>
<p></p>
<p>ALE TO THE CHIEF!</p>
<p></p>
<p>Ale to the Chief, he's the one we all drink ale to,</p>
<p>Ale to the Chief! We salute him one and all.</p>
<p>Ale to the Chief, as we pledge cooperation,</p>
<p>We drink to him Ambrosia a great and noble call!</p>
<p>His aim when he pees will make everyone much wetter,</p>
<p>This he will do, with a reeking flow beyond belief</p>
<p>Ale to the Chief, that mean and heartless…</p>
<p>HAPPY FIFTIETH BIRTHDAY TO CHIEF RONNIE BEATON!</p>
<p>So say we all!</p>
<p></p>
<p>ALE TO THE CHIEF!</p>
<p></p>
<p>Ale to the Chief, he's the one we all drink ale to,</p>
<p>Ale to the Chief! We salute him one and all.</p>
<p>Ale to the Chief, as we pledge cooperation,</p>
<p>We drink to him Ambrosia a great and noble call!</p>
<p>His aim when he pees will make everyone much wetter,</p>
<p>This he will do, with a reeking flow beyond belief</p>
<p>Ale to the Chief, that mean and heartless bastard!</p>
<p>Ale to the grumpy dude! Ale to the Chief!</p>Happy Birthday To The Late Richard Hatchtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-05-21:4960814:BlogPost:2402262020-05-21T23:30:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5233175862?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5233175862?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a> <br></br> On behalf of the Battlestar Galactica Fan Club Staff and communityI just want to personally take a moment of my time, to remember a good friend and mentor on the side ( thanks to Shawn O'Donnell for introducing us ), on what would have been his 75th Birthday today. You maybe gone, but you will NEVER be forgotten! I made a promise to you after you gave…</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5233175862?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5233175862?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a><br/> On behalf of the Battlestar Galactica Fan Club Staff and communityI just want to personally take a moment of my time, to remember a good friend and mentor on the side ( thanks to Shawn O'Donnell for introducing us ), on what would have been his 75th Birthday today. You maybe gone, but you will NEVER be forgotten! I made a promise to you after you gave me that Richard Hatch 101 pep talk after Galacticon 4 when I was in Japan for about an hour and half, that my crew and I will try our best to help keep the faith alive.</p>
<p>Here is to you Richard!!! Your memories will live on forever in the hearts and lives of the many people whom you have touch!</p>HAPPY EASTERtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-04-12:4960814:BlogPost:2392642020-04-12T14:30:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
<p>To All Colonials All Around the World,</p>
<p></p>
<p>On behalf of the BFC Leadership, we would like to take a moment of our time, to wish all of you and your family, a HAPPY EASTER.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Please stay safe always! <br></br></p>
<p>V/R</p>
<p>DragonLady</p>
<p>BFC President </p>
<p><a href="http://www.battlestarfanclub.com">http://www.battlestarfanclub.com…</a><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4401373681?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4401825589?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a></p>
<p>To All Colonials All Around the World,</p>
<p></p>
<p>On behalf of the BFC Leadership, we would like to take a moment of our time, to wish all of you and your family, a HAPPY EASTER.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Please stay safe always! <br/></p>
<p>V/R</p>
<p>DragonLady</p>
<p>BFC President </p>
<p><a href="http://www.battlestarfanclub.com">http://www.battlestarfanclub.com</a><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4401373681?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4401825589?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>CUBN LOGOtag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-03-22:4960814:BlogPost:2392362020-03-22T15:00:00.000ZDragonLady002https://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/DragonLady
<p style="text-align: left;">To All Colonials-</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">First off, I hope everyone is doing okey and safe from what is going around all across the globe.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Second off, I just wanted to share with all of you, the two official banner for the CUBN ( Colonial United Broadcasting Network ) which was made from the original logo and expanded by the BFC Graphics Designer Alexander…</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">To All Colonials-</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">First off, I hope everyone is doing okey and safe from what is going around all across the globe.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Second off, I just wanted to share with all of you, the two official banner for the CUBN ( Colonial United Broadcasting Network ) which was made from the original logo and expanded by the BFC Graphics Designer Alexander Bohm. He did a phenomenal job. </p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><br/> Well done Alexander!</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><br/> In Service,</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">DragonLady</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">BFC President </p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.battlestarfanclub.com">http://www.battlestarfanclub.com</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.battlwstarraven-bfc-002.com">http://www.battlwstarraven-bfc-002.com</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4191081206?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4191081206?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center"/></a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4191065524?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4191065524?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center"/></a></p>Passed !tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-03-17:4960814:BlogPost:2393402020-03-17T15:37:05.000ZEns.Michael "Quirinus" Agafonovhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/MichaelAgafonov
<p style="text-align: right;">Just passed my Viper qualification exams :) Gonna rape some toasters pretty soon.<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4134195559?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4134195559?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p style="text-align: right;">Just passed my Viper qualification exams :) Gonna rape some toasters pretty soon.<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4134195559?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4134195559?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>First round 2020 Promotionstag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-03-16:4960814:BlogPost:2392232020-03-16T11:36:49.000ZMajor Leslie "Freya" Willishttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/LeslieWillis
<p>Action Stations! Action Stations! Attention all members. The first round of 2020 Promotions for the Battlestar Raven have been posted! Congrats to all who have been promoted! You can see the list of the promotes and download the certificate of Rank here:…</p>
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<p>Action Stations! Action Stations! Attention all members. The first round of 2020 Promotions for the Battlestar Raven have been posted! Congrats to all who have been promoted! You can see the list of the promotes and download the certificate of Rank here:</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.battlestarraven-bfc-002.com/post/march-15-2020-promotions?fbclid=IwAR3qODeM2FlJpCmud8brhgdmmHXhDZAECawXYbGt5IQDwXiF5mF3dt9D7uI" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.battlestarraven-bfc-002.com/post/march-15-2020-promotions?fbclid=IwAR3qODeM2FlJpCmud8brhgdmmHXhDZAECawXYbGt5IQDwXiF5mF3dt9D7uI</a></p>All-Con!!!tag:battlestarfanclub.com,2020-03-11:4960814:BlogPost:2391732020-03-11T16:04:38.000ZMaj Michael "Mik Mo" Morelockhttps://battlestarfanclub.com/profile/MichaelMorelock
<p>All-Con is this weekend! I hope everyone that attends has an outstanding time! I also want to remind everyone that can't make the trip to stay tuned to this page and our Facebook pages for updates, photos, and livestreams! Make sure to keep updated as All-Con goes on and show support for our members in attendance. SO SAY WE ALL!!!!!!!!</p>
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<p>Cpt Michael "Mik Mo" Morelock</p>
<p>Commander Air Group</p>
<p>Raven Air Wing - BFC-002</p>
<p>All-Con is this weekend! I hope everyone that attends has an outstanding time! I also want to remind everyone that can't make the trip to stay tuned to this page and our Facebook pages for updates, photos, and livestreams! Make sure to keep updated as All-Con goes on and show support for our members in attendance. SO SAY WE ALL!!!!!!!!</p>
<p></p>
<p>Cpt Michael "Mik Mo" Morelock</p>
<p>Commander Air Group</p>
<p>Raven Air Wing - BFC-002</p>