Folks,
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.
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!
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2uYsoKmNORkQwoSVmdmSeg
To All Colonials Around The World:
.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.
Earth Equivalents are: 'Man 'O War', Dreadnought, and 'Super-Battleship'.
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.
After considering many Designs,the CMoD settled on The Marathon-Class Warstar Design: A Simple Hybrid of Atlas and Jupiter class Battlestars ,Utilizing Parts and Production from both classes to construct one Large Warship:
This Ship is designed to deliver double the Firepower and Attack Capability of At least two Jupiter-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.
MARATHON-CLASS SPECIFICATIONS:
ARMAMENT:
60 Heavy KEW Turrets
120 PDG Twin Mounts
96 PDG Single Mounts
4 Horizontal Missile Tubes
10 Vertical Missile Tubes
AIR WING:
8 Viper Squadrons + 1 Reserve Squadron
(180 Vipers)
2 Raptor Squadrons
(48 Raptors)
10 Standard Heavy Shuttles
CREW:
15,000 (Standard)
12,000 (Minimal)
A Total of 7 Marathon-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 Ares- class Warstar Design pretty much made the Marathon class Obsolete.
Two Marathons 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.
MARATHON-CLASS DISPOSITION
MARATHON (WSR-110)
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 Columbia;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.
With the Approval of the Ares -class design for Production,The Fleet began to Re-Organize; And, after the Accidental Loss of the Miltiades, Marathon was teamed up with the Second Ares-class Warstar, Plataea, to form Warstar Group Five (WSG-05), assigned to the 5th Fleet.
Helena Cain served with Distinction aboard the Marathon,as A Squadron Commander,Part of her Meteoric Rise through the Fleet Ranks to eventually have the Mercury-class Battlestar, Pegasus,as her Flagship.
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...
STATUS: UNKNOWN - PRESUMED ACTIVE
MILTIADES (WSR-105)
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.
5 Years after the Armistice,Miltiades 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 Marathon.
STATUS: DESTROYED-STRICKEN FROM FLEET LIST
PASAUNIAS (WSR-107)
The Pasaunias was 35% Complete at the Time the Armistice was Declared;With the Cancellation of the Remaining Marathon-class Ships,it was decided to Retrofit this ship to Jupiter-class specs; It eventually became the Last Jupiter-class ship built by the Colonies: The Battlestar Herodotus.
STATUS: CONVERTED
THE MODEL
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!
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!
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.
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;
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.
Oh, The Third Kit I bought will be the Herodotus;I've Already Built the Galactica.
Hello Colonials,
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.
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.
Best Regards,
FADM Rivera, M.A.(CF)
HAPPY FIFTIETH BIRTHDAY TO CHIEF RONNIE BEATON!
So say we all!
ALE TO THE CHIEF!
Ale to the Chief, he's the one we all drink ale to,
Ale to the Chief! We salute him one and all.
Ale to the Chief, as we pledge cooperation,
We drink to him Ambrosia a great and noble call!
His aim when he pees will make everyone much wetter,
This he will do, with a reeking flow beyond belief
Ale to the Chief, that mean and heartless bastard!
Ale to the grumpy dude! Ale to the Chief!
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.
Here is to you Richard!!! Your memories will live on forever in the hearts and lives of the many people whom you have touch!
To All Colonials All Around the World,
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.
Please stay safe always!
V/R
DragonLady
BFC President
To All Colonials-
First off, I hope everyone is doing okey and safe from what is going around all across the globe.
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.
Well done Alexander!
In Service,
DragonLady
BFC President
http://www.battlestarfanclub.com
http://www.battlwstarraven-bfc-002.com
Just passed my Viper qualification exams :) Gonna rape some toasters pretty soon.
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:
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!!!!!!!!
Cpt Michael "Mik Mo" Morelock
Commander Air Group
Raven Air Wing - BFC-002
hello my fellow battlerstar warriors great day s ahead here in Syracuse hopefully we can get started up here? 3 people I had back out on? but ill try to moving on. but ill have to put facebook together for my ship and hope other fan will see it? so I need a lot of support?
The XO says the Old Man needs to get a FRRRRRRAKIN TREE!
His buddies are busy twerking hard!
Just made my move to new address:
1463 Wellington Way,Apt.A,Decatur,62526,Caprica77
Funny Jib-Jab videos staring mixed Battlestar Galactica casts.
Starbucks Do The Macareindeer!
Battlestar Galactica Buttcracker Suite
Battlestar Galactica Santa's Twerk Shop Cast 1
Battlestar Galactica Santa's Twerk Shop Cast 2
Merry Christmas To ALL BSG Buddies Out There! Keep The Faith. So Say We All.
Hello Everyone,
Thank you all for your continuous support and being members of the Battlestar Fan Club! Another year is passing us by as we reflect on what has happened throughout the year. Many of us thankful for the blessings we have and are fortunate to share on to others. Thanksgiving Day is not just about celebrating and giving thanks for all things. It’s also a day of reflection in which we all take a moment to remember others. People in our lives whom have passed away, Memories we cherish that span our lifetime, Looking to the future because at times life throws us a curve ball. However, through it all we remain steadfast in order to continue striving forward. Continuously reminded by the people whom have touched our lives.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving Day with your Family and Friends. If you happen to be folks that also help out at shelters feeding the homeless, WE THANK YOU. In closing I want to say thank you to all our members. Who are here in the states and around the globe doing your part remembering and keeping Battlestar Galactica alive and strong. Thank you!
Respectfully,
FADM Rivera, M.A.(CF)
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People of the Fleet:
Fayetteville,NC has undergone another successful gathering of everything geek.
This time, some classic BSG was finally thrown into the mix;Thanks to the appearance of Jack Stauffer (Bojay), The rag-tag fugitive fleet is now A part of Fayetteville's geek community.
Jack helped the con kick off the panel discussions with his take on the struggles he had to endure as an actor;Sadly, only A few people attended this particular panel,but,Jack was gracious to give his anecdotes and advice to those who listened.
Afterword, Jack met and greeted fans and sold autographs;Plenty of fun was to be had on the Crown Expo Center floor: Cosplay of all types,Collectibles,including comic books and toys, were up for sale;A stage was set for demos and performances,and DJ Clash was spinning tunes for the crowd.
Wrestlers Arn Anderson(The 4 Horsemen) And Sgt. Slaughter(also of G.I.Joe fame) were also meeting and greeting fans;One of my Alter-Egos, Bulletman,was there to help Sarge keep those nasty Cobras in their place:
Speaking of G.I. Joe,Comic writer extrordinare Larry Hama was also in the house:
After Day 1 had wrapped up,I was there for Jack Stauffer's Comedy/Musical Cabaret "Confessions from Downstage Center,or as he puts it,How come I never got the Girl" At A local Holiday Inn; Again,not A lot of attendance,but you know with Jack,wether it's 500,50, or 5 people,The Show must go on! He provided his tale of struggles in grand Broadway style! I'm one of the fortunate few to actually catch his show twice(the first was at Galacticon IV,Seattle,2015).
As Day 2 began, I presented Jack With A Trireme T-Shirt and Ship's patch in sincere appreciation for coming to Fayetteville,and his continuing to be all he can be for the fans;There is no telling how much longer he will make con appearances,since he,and the rest of the 1978 BSG cast,are getting up in years;But at least we can hope that other cast members,either TOS or RDM,will soon follow;Also Hoping that Team BSG Viper will someday bring their creation to the sand hills of NC.
Jack did extend an invitation to me to attend All Con in Dallas in March;Oh, how I would love to! However, with my Finances in an Iffy state right now,It kind of looks doubtful,But,That could change;You never know....
And, The Con Organizers announced that starting in 2020,Fayetteville Comic Con will now be Twice A Year,the first in April,and the second in October;I'm hoping I can do both;However,as with many of us in life,My Bank Account will have the final say.
Regardless of the future,I am happy that we have A base to spread our fandom to our section of the south;And, As long as I am able to,I will do what I can to advance the cause of BSG fandom; So Say We All!
'Leonidas'
Commanding,GSR-0201
