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 [[Dalton]] wishes they had lasers. [[Troy (RH)|Troy]] knows what she means—if they had weapons, they could trap the cultists in a crossfire.<ref name="ARM70">{{cite book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden|Golden, Christopher]]|title=[[Armageddon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|month=August|year=1997|pages=70}}</ref>
-=== Chapters 21-22 ===
+=== Chapter 21 ===
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+{{alt|Apollo|TOS-RH}} sits alone on the dead bridge of the ''{{alt|Hephaestus|TOS-RH}}'', staring out at the {{TOS-RH|Cylon}} base star looming ever closer. He knows {{alt|Starbuck|TOS-RH}} and {{alt|Sheba|TOS-RH}} are somewhere on the Forge, desperately trying to reach him before the collision occurs. He can sense Count {{alt|Iblis|TOS-RH}} approaching, and he meditates, preparing himself for the confrontation to come.<ref name="ARM200">{{cite book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden|Golden, Christopher]]|title=[[Armageddon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|month=August|year=1997|pages=200}}</ref>
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 Valor tells Apollo that it is dying, but before it does, it must warn him. The Cylons are coming for the Fleet with these new dark Raiders equipped with quantum shift generators. They will attack from a dimension the Fleet cannot see or defend against. Unless Apollo can stop them, the Fleet is doomed.<ref name="ARM70">{{cite book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden|Golden, Christopher]]|title=[[Armageddon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|month=August|year=1997|pages=70}}</ref>
-=== Chapters 18-19 ===
+=== Chapter 18 ===
-''Content to be added''
+{{alt|Apollo|TOS-RH}} and {{alt|Starbuck|TOS-RH}} march down a corridor on the {{TOS-RH|Cylon}} base star with {{TOS-RH|Baltar}} as their apparent prisoner. Baltar explains that the Cylons have spent nearly two decades using his genetic codes to create Centurions with a "human logic function" patterned after his brain. Now that they don't need him anymore, the Cylons have decided to execute him.<ref name="ARM145">{{cite book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden|Golden, Christopher]]|title=[[Armageddon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|month=August|year=1997|pages=145}}</ref>
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	Boomer tells Troy that Athena is meeting with President {{alt\|Tigh\|TOS-RH}} right now. The reason Troy can't find Apollo is because Apollo has left the Fleet. Troy is confused, asking if Apollo is on a mission. Boomer answers truthfully that he's not sure—Athena isn't telling anyone anything, and Apollo didn't talk to anyone but her before he left. Still, the rumors are already going around.<ref name="ARM49">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=49}}</ref>		Boomer tells Troy that Athena is meeting with President {{alt\|Tigh\|TOS-RH}} right now. The reason Troy can't find Apollo is because Apollo has left the Fleet. Troy is confused, asking if Apollo is on a mission. Boomer answers truthfully that he's not sure—Athena isn't telling anyone anything, and Apollo didn't talk to anyone but her before he left. Still, the rumors are already going around.<ref name="ARM49">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=49}}</ref>

			=== Chapter 17 ===

			{{alt\|Apollo\|TOS-RH}} follows the coordinates he received telepathically from [[Valor of the Sky]], piloting his [[Scarlet Viper]] through space. Pain tears through his skull as he approaches the alien vessel. He feels pressure in his head like it is being squeezed in a vise. Even his teeth ache. Apollo's body spasms in the cockpit of his Viper. Then it is over.<ref name="ARM63">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=63}}</ref>

			Apollo discovers that he has been in telepathic contact with the pilot of the alien ship—an alien being in such great distress it could not even sense his own presence without hurting him. The alien has sensed him. It too has some kind of telepathic skill. It knows Apollo is there, and it needs his help. Apollo grasps the navi-hilt and the Viper veers from its course. A moment later, he is closing on the alien vessel.<ref name="ARM64">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=64}}</ref>

			The alien craft is oddly shaped, like a diamond with upswept wings. At the juncture of wing and disk, something leaks from the craft. Apollo opens a short range comm-cast and hails the craft. The computer hails on all frequencies in Kobollian, {{TOS-RH\|Cylon}} and fundamental code.<ref name="ARM65">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=65}}</ref>

			The Viper continues its circuit around the alien craft. As Apollo passes the opening created by the vee of the wings, he sees a green light begin to flicker in the dual tubes there. The green light explodes out from the alien ship, strafing Apollo's Viper with waves of destructive energy. He is under attack.<ref name="ARM66">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=66}}</ref>

			A vision is forced upon Apollo. He sees through the alien's perspective, piloting its ship telepathically. Three black patches of nothing blot out the starfield ahead—like black holes, they seem to suck away all the available light. They are flat, bent ovals, like Cylon ships, but for their color and a dorsal fin that juts from the rear of each ship. These couldn't be Cylons; they've never had any craft like these before.<ref name="ARM67">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=67}}</ref>

			A red light burns brightly at the bow of each of the dark craft, tendrils of crimson energy lancing out. Then they fire in unison, a triple blast of devastating intensity. The alien craft turns with the speed of thought, but cannot prevent one of its wing tips from being sheared off. It shrieks in torment and begins to bleed green ichor. The ship is actually little more than thin armor and transport for the creature—the alien pilot is the same size and shape as its vessel.<ref name="ARM67" />

			Apollo snaps his head up, once again aware of his real surroundings. The Viper drifts in space, not far from the damaged alien craft. The alien is going to die, bleeding to death, most of its vessel's systems shorted out. It drifts in space, crying out for help with its mind. The alien speaks to him in his head: "Telepathy? Hmm, yes, telepathy." The alien has plumbed his mind, his knowledge, his memories, and has essentially stolen the Kobollian language from his head.<ref name="ARM68">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=68}}</ref>

			The alien introduces itself as Valor of the Sky, explaining that its people travel the cosmos as individual ships. They are a peaceful race, but were attacked without provocation by those dark vessels—new Cylons with advanced technology. Valor warns Apollo that these new Cylons are far more dangerous than any he has faced before. They possess quantum shift technology similar to what the Kobollians use, but crude and dangerous.<ref name="ARM69">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=69}}</ref>

			Valor tells Apollo that it is dying, but before it does, it must warn him. The Cylons are coming for the Fleet with these new dark Raiders equipped with quantum shift generators. They will attack from a dimension the Fleet cannot see or defend against. Unless Apollo can stop them, the Fleet is doomed.<ref name="ARM70">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=70}}</ref>

	=== Chapters 18-19 ===		=== Chapters 18-19 ===

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Chapter 9

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	Alone in the pilots' quarters, {{alt\|Boomer\|TOS-RH}} dresses in silence after a short sleep period and refreshing sonic shower. He is going to fly his {{alt\|Viper\|TOS-RH}} over to ''[[Hephaestus (RH)\|Hephaestus]]'' to have a problem with the canopy mechanism checked out. With the entire Fleet in turmoil following {{alt\|Adama\|TOS-RH}}'s death, and with {{alt\|Apollo\|TOS-RH}}'s recon having discovered Cylons in this sector of space, Boomer is concerned about being unprepared.<ref name="ARM46">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=46}}</ref>		Alone in the pilots' quarters, {{alt\|Boomer\|TOS-RH}} dresses in silence after a short sleep period and refreshing sonic shower. He is going to fly his {{alt\|Viper\|TOS-RH}} over to ''[[Hephaestus (RH)\|Hephaestus]]'' to have a problem with the canopy mechanism checked out. With the entire Fleet in turmoil following {{alt\|Adama\|TOS-RH}}'s death, and with {{alt\|Apollo\|TOS-RH}}'s recon having discovered Cylons in this sector of space, Boomer is concerned about being unprepared.<ref name="ARM46">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=46}}</ref>

	[[Troy (RH)\|Troy]] enters the quarters. Both men discuss the situation, with Troy expressing his desire for revenge against the Cylons for {{alt\|Starbuck\|TOS-RH}}'s death.<ref name="ARM47">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=47}}</ref>		[[Troy (RH)\|Troy]] enters the quarters. Both men discuss the situation, with Troy expressing his desire for revenge against the Cylons for {{alt\|Starbuck\|TOS-RH}}'s death. Boomer asks what's on Troy's mind, knowing Apollo's son is no better than Apollo at hiding his emotions.<ref name="ARM47">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=47}}</ref>

			Troy reveals there has been a murder on {{alt\|Agro-3\|TOS-RH}}. He and [[Dalton]] were there when the body was discovered. The victim is burned beyond recognition. [[Cassiopeia]] has already started running tests to identify the body, but has no guesses yet. Troy explains that he figured Apollo should handle it, but he can't find him or {{alt\|Athena\|TOS-RH}}. Someone needs to start cross-referencing against missing persons reports, but Troy can't give that order.<ref name="ARM48">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=48}}</ref>

			Boomer tells Troy that Athena is meeting with President {{alt\|Tigh\|TOS-RH}} right now. The reason Troy can't find Apollo is because Apollo has left the Fleet. Troy is confused, asking if Apollo is on a mission. Boomer answers truthfully that he's not sure—Athena isn't telling anyone anything, and Apollo didn't talk to anyone but her before he left. Still, the rumors are already going around.<ref name="ARM49">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=49}}</ref>

	=== Chapters 18-19 ===		=== Chapters 18-19 ===

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+''{{TOS-RH|Galactica}}''{{'|s}} crew and infantry are quartered on a single deck, separate and distant from the lower level where the pilots live, close to the launch bays. {{alt|Apollo|TOS-RH}} moves along the corridor toward the officers' wing of the crew deck. As commander, he will have to abandon the pilots' quarters, an idea distasteful to him. He will also be expected to don the blue-and-white uniform of the battlestar's crew, but Apollo thinks he might be able to circumvent that protocol since he isn't going to give up leading his squadron.<ref name="ARM50">{{cite book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden|Golden, Christopher]]|title=[[Armageddon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|month=August|year=1997|pages=50}}</ref>
 === Chapter 6 ===

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Chapter 3

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	After Puck makes snide comments about Apollo, he demands the location of President {{alt\|Tigh\|TOS-RH}}, as he believes that Tigh may be seeking the "company of his former lackeys". Athena replies that she neither knows Tigh's location nor does she concern herself with the activities of the Quorum's members; she then attempts to offer advice to Puck, who brusquely scoffs at her and cuts the transmission.<ref name="ARM37">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=37}}</ref>		After Puck makes snide comments about Apollo, he demands the location of President {{alt\|Tigh\|TOS-RH}}, as he believes that Tigh may be seeking the "company of his former lackeys". Athena replies that she neither knows Tigh's location nor does she concern herself with the activities of the Quorum's members; she then attempts to offer advice to Puck, who brusquely scoffs at her and cuts the transmission.<ref name="ARM37">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=37}}</ref>

	The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39~~}}</ref>{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=37~~}}</ref>		The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39}}</ref>

	The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39}}</ref>		The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39}}</ref>

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Chapter 25

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	Athena says, "That's got them, Starbuck! You've been identified. Now how about giving your fellow Warriors a hand?" Starbuck replies, "I don't know. I've been known to hold a grudge." Athena asks, "Even against your own daughter?"<ref name="ARM84" />		Athena says, "That's got them, Starbuck! You've been identified. Now how about giving your fellow Warriors a hand?" Starbuck replies, "I don't know. I've been known to hold a grudge." Athena asks, "Even against your own daughter?"<ref name="ARM84" />

	~~=== Chapter 25 ===~~

	The door to the Quorum's Inner Sanctum is tightly closed. Representatives from TransVid gather in the huge stellar chamber outside the sanctum, alongside high-ranking officers and representatives from each ship in the Fleet. Near the center of this gathering, {{TOS\|Apollo}} stands, anxiously shifting his stance from time to time. [[Sheba]] is on his left, her right arm slung low across his back, protocol ignored as she shows her love and support of the man she is to marry. On Apollo's right, [[Troy (RH)\|Troy]] taps a foot against the floor in time with some unconscious rhythm.<ref name="ARM85">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=85}}</ref>

	Apollo realizes that his son is more anxious than he is. Troy turns and exchanges a knowing smile with [[Dalton]], who stands behind them. Apollo can't help but notice their affection. When he looks away, he realizes that {{TOS\|Starbuck}} and [[Cassiopeia]] have noticed the flirtation between their daughter and his son as well.<ref name="ARM85" />

	Despite his anxiety, Apollo feels better than he has in some time. Starbuck still lives in an odd emotional flux between Cassiopeia and {{TOS\|Athena}}, but the two women seem to have become accustomed to it over the yahren. More than ever before, they are, all of them, a family—{{TOS\|Adama}}'s family.<ref name="ARM86">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=86}}</ref>

	{{TOS\|Boomer}} and {{TOS\|Jolly}} are there as well, and the rest of his squadron. [[Zimmer]] and [[Giles]] are gone, however, killed in battle like so many others. Grief will go hand in hand with hope as they begin to rebuild.<ref name="ARM86" />

	Sheba grasps Apollo's hand, squeezes it gently, and leans over to whisper to him, "I don't think I've ever seen you this nervous." Apollo only smiles. She is right. The odd thing is, he supports Athena's bid for the position of commander. He remains a candidate because she demanded it, but after her performance during his absence, and during the Cylon attack, he knows she has more than enough support.<ref name="ARM87">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=87}}</ref>

	The door to the Quorum sanctum opens and the Council of Twelve begins to file out. Though with [[Puck]]'s death, they are now eleven. Athena and President {{TOS\|Tigh}} come last, side by side. When Tigh mounts the podium, Athena stands close by him. Athena searches the assemblage for a moment, and when she sees her brother, she smiles. Apollo finds himself smiling in return. He is happy for her.<ref name="ARM88">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=88}}</ref>

	Tigh notes that they have begun to rebuild. Already, the ''[[Adena (RH)\|Adena]]'' has been chosen as their new Forge ship and will soon be building new Scarlet-class Vipers to replace those lost to Cylon tyranny. Retired pilots have offered their services anew, both in action and in helping to speed the training of Academy cadets.<ref name="ARM89">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=89}}</ref>

	The ''[[Icarus (RH)\|Icarus]]'' has been surrendered to the Quorum by [[Gar'Tokk]] of the [[Borellian Nomen]]. Despite their actions in the attempted escape, their subsequent surrender and their efforts to return the other prisoners to their cells have convinced them to begin discussions that may lead to the Nomen leaving the Fleet to found their own colony.<ref name="ARM89" />

	Before naming the new commander, the Quorum has asked Tigh to announce that they have elected a new member to fill the position left by the death of Ambassador Puck. In a unanimous decision, they now name to the empty seat Major Sheba. Apollo turns to look at her, his eyes wide. Sheba is quite taken aback by the announcement.<ref name="ARM90">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=90}}</ref>

	Tigh then announces the new commander. "Congratulations, Apollo," he says. A great roar of cheers fills the chamber. Apollo is stunned. Troy puts a hand on his shoulder and Starbuck claps him on the back. Tigh adds that Lieutenant Colonel Athena, who did such an extraordinary job as Interim Commander, has been promoted to full colonel. She will work very closely with Commander Apollo, so that he may continue to serve the Fleet as a Warrior and pilot. In Apollo's absence, or during a battle in which he is taking active part, Colonel Athena will act as commander.<ref name="ARM91">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=91}}</ref>

	Apollo strides forward and throws his arms around his sister. Athena holds him tight. "Father would be very proud," she says. Apollo replies, "Of you as well. And I think he would be particularly happy with this arrangement." Athena confesses, "I still have a lot to learn." Apollo responds, "In his sanctuary, we can learn together."<ref name="ARM92">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=92}}</ref>

	Apollo kisses Athena, and moves to address the waiting crowd. He thanks them, noting that their faith in him means more than they can possibly imagine, particularly after all that has happened in recent days. He acknowledges that they are already rebuilding, but there is much more to do. Apollo concludes by promising that they will find {{TOS\|Earth\|Earth}}, and that they will survive—together.<ref name="ARM93">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=93}}</ref>

	== Changes ==uts down his own QSE generator, and so does the Raider trailing him.<ref name="ARM79">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=79}}</ref>

	Apollo keeps on flying straight for the nearer of the two base stars. Starbuck maneuvers so the Raider trailing Apollo is directly in his line of fire. He lets loose a laser blast and scores a direct hit on the Cylon vessel, which explodes. Starbuck is flying so close behind the Cylon that his stolen Raider is buffeted by the detonation. An odd wailing alarm sounds—the Cylon trailing him has him in its own sights. He is dead.<ref name="ARM80">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=80}}</ref>

	Lasers flash behind him, then another explosion. Two Vipers have picked up the trail and destroyed his attacker, but now it is certain that they will try to take him down as well. Starbuck initiates the QSE without hesitation. Laser blasts cut through his ship, cut through him, but they can no longer touch him.<ref name="ARM80" />

	=== Chapter 24 ===		=== Chapter 24 ===

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: initial expansion

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	After Puck makes snide comments about Apollo, he demands the location of President {{alt\|Tigh\|TOS-RH}}, as he believes that Tigh may be seeking the "company of his former lackeys". Athena replies that she neither knows Tigh's location nor does she concern herself with the activities of the Quorum's members; she then attempts to offer advice to Puck, who brusquely scoffs at her and cuts the transmission.<ref name="ARM37">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=37}}</ref>		After Puck makes snide comments about Apollo, he demands the location of President {{alt\|Tigh\|TOS-RH}}, as he believes that Tigh may be seeking the "company of his former lackeys". Athena replies that she neither knows Tigh's location nor does she concern herself with the activities of the Quorum's members; she then attempts to offer advice to Puck, who brusquely scoffs at her and cuts the transmission.<ref name="ARM37">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=37}}</ref>

	The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39~~}}</ref>{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=37~~}}</ref>		The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39}}</ref>

	The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39}}</ref>		The conversation makes her angry enough to nearly cause an outburst on the bridge, which is quickly stopped by Omega. After returning the stares of the bridge's crew individually, she discovers that [[Cassiopeia]] has just entered the bridge. Cassiopeia offers Athena an interesting proposal: the female special interest group called the [[Gemon Matriarchs]] is willing to back Athena as Fleet Commander, and Cassiopeia will be the one to nominate her for the position, much to Athena's surprise.<ref name="ARM39">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=39}}</ref>

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	Athena says, "That's got them, Starbuck! You've been identified. Now how about giving your fellow Warriors a hand?" Starbuck replies, "I don't know. I've been known to hold a grudge." Athena asks, "Even against your own daughter?"<ref name="ARM84" />		Athena says, "That's got them, Starbuck! You've been identified. Now how about giving your fellow Warriors a hand?" Starbuck replies, "I don't know. I've been known to hold a grudge." Athena asks, "Even against your own daughter?"<ref name="ARM84" />

	~~=== Chapter 25 ===~~

	The door to the Quorum's Inner Sanctum is tightly closed. Representatives from TransVid gather in the huge stellar chamber outside the sanctum, alongside high-ranking officers and representatives from each ship in the Fleet. Near the center of this gathering, {{TOS\|Apollo}} stands, anxiously shifting his stance from time to time. [[Sheba]] is on his left, her right arm slung low across his back, protocol ignored as she shows her love and support of the man she is to marry. On Apollo's right, [[Troy (RH)\|Troy]] taps a foot against the floor in time with some unconscious rhythm.<ref name="ARM85">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=85}}</ref>

	Apollo realizes that his son is more anxious than he is. Troy turns and exchanges a knowing smile with [[Dalton]], who stands behind them. Apollo can't help but notice their affection. When he looks away, he realizes that {{TOS\|Starbuck}} and [[Cassiopeia]] have noticed the flirtation between their daughter and his son as well.<ref name="ARM85" />

	Despite his anxiety, Apollo feels better than he has in some time. Starbuck still lives in an odd emotional flux between Cassiopeia and {{TOS\|Athena}}, but the two women seem to have become accustomed to it over the yahren. More than ever before, they are, all of them, a family—{{TOS\|Adama}}'s family.<ref name="ARM86">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=86}}</ref>

	{{TOS\|Boomer}} and {{TOS\|Jolly}} are there as well, and the rest of his squadron. [[Zimmer]] and [[Giles]] are gone, however, killed in battle like so many others. Grief will go hand in hand with hope as they begin to rebuild.<ref name="ARM86" />

	Sheba grasps Apollo's hand, squeezes it gently, and leans over to whisper to him, "I don't think I've ever seen you this nervous." Apollo only smiles. She is right. The odd thing is, he supports Athena's bid for the position of commander. He remains a candidate because she demanded it, but after her performance during his absence, and during the Cylon attack, he knows she has more than enough support.<ref name="ARM87">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=87}}</ref>

	The door to the Quorum sanctum opens and the Council of Twelve begins to file out. Though with [[Puck]]'s death, they are now eleven. Athena and President {{TOS\|Tigh}} come last, side by side. When Tigh mounts the podium, Athena stands close by him. Athena searches the assemblage for a moment, and when she sees her brother, she smiles. Apollo finds himself smiling in return. He is happy for her.<ref name="ARM88">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=88}}</ref>

	Tigh notes that they have begun to rebuild. Already, the ''[[Adena (RH)\|Adena]]'' has been chosen as their new Forge ship and will soon be building new Scarlet-class Vipers to replace those lost to Cylon tyranny. Retired pilots have offered their services anew, both in action and in helping to speed the training of Academy cadets.<ref name="ARM89">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=89}}</ref>

	The ''[[Icarus (RH)\|Icarus]]'' has been surrendered to the Quorum by [[Gar'Tokk]] of the [[Borellian Nomen]]. Despite their actions in the attempted escape, their subsequent surrender and their efforts to return the other prisoners to their cells have convinced them to begin discussions that may lead to the Nomen leaving the Fleet to found their own colony.<ref name="ARM89" />

	Before naming the new commander, the Quorum has asked Tigh to announce that they have elected a new member to fill the position left by the death of Ambassador Puck. In a unanimous decision, they now name to the empty seat Major Sheba. Apollo turns to look at her, his eyes wide. Sheba is quite taken aback by the announcement.<ref name="ARM90">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=90}}</ref>

	Tigh then announces the new commander. "Congratulations, Apollo," he says. A great roar of cheers fills the chamber. Apollo is stunned. Troy puts a hand on his shoulder and Starbuck claps him on the back. Tigh adds that Lieutenant Colonel Athena, who did such an extraordinary job as Interim Commander, has been promoted to full colonel. She will work very closely with Commander Apollo, so that he may continue to serve the Fleet as a Warrior and pilot. In Apollo's absence, or during a battle in which he is taking active part, Colonel Athena will act as commander.<ref name="ARM91">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=91}}</ref>

	Apollo strides forward and throws his arms around his sister. Athena holds him tight. "Father would be very proud," she says. Apollo replies, "Of you as well. And I think he would be particularly happy with this arrangement." Athena confesses, "I still have a lot to learn." Apollo responds, "In his sanctuary, we can learn together."<ref name="ARM92">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=92}}</ref>

	Apollo kisses Athena, and moves to address the waiting crowd. He thanks them, noting that their faith in him means more than they can possibly imagine, particularly after all that has happened in recent days. He acknowledges that they are already rebuilding, but there is much more to do. Apollo concludes by promising that they will find {{TOS\|Earth\|Earth}}, and that they will survive—together.<ref name="ARM93">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=93}}</ref>

	== Changes ==uts down his own QSE generator, and so does the Raider trailing him.<ref name="ARM79">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=79}}</ref>

	Apollo keeps on flying straight for the nearer of the two base stars. Starbuck maneuvers so the Raider trailing Apollo is directly in his line of fire. He lets loose a laser blast and scores a direct hit on the Cylon vessel, which explodes. Starbuck is flying so close behind the Cylon that his stolen Raider is buffeted by the detonation. An odd wailing alarm sounds—the Cylon trailing him has him in its own sights. He is dead.<ref name="ARM80">{{cite book\|last=Hatch\|first=Richard\|authorlink=Richard Hatch\|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden\|Golden, Christopher]]\|title=[[Armageddon]]\|publisher=Byron Preiss\|month=August\|year=1997\|pages=80}}</ref>

	Lasers flash behind him, then another explosion. Two Vipers have picked up the trail and destroyed his attacker, but now it is certain that they will try to take him down as well. Starbuck initiates the QSE without hesitation. Laser blasts cut through his ship, cut through him, but they can no longer touch him.<ref name="ARM80" />

	=== Chapter 24 ===		=== Chapter 24 ===