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Heavy Raider

2010-03-22T01:21:51Z

Helo87:

:''This article is about the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]] heavy raider. For other versions, see [[Cylon Raider]].''
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{{Ship Data
| image= Heavy raider.jpg
| race= Cylon
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= Holds approximately 10 [[Cylon Centurion|Centurions]]
| role= Troop transport and gunship
| weapons= A 6-barrel [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|Kinetic Energy Weapon]] and at least one missile launcher
| img= Y
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A '''Heavy Raider''' is a [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] dual purpose attack and transport spacecraft, nicknamed "[[List of terms (RDM)|turkey]]" by the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]]'s military units ([[Maelstrom]]).

The main armament of the Heavy Raider seems to consist of a barbette of six cannons mounted under the cockpit area of the vehicle (as seen [[:Image:KEW_Heavy_Raider.jpg|here]]). These cannons are capable of an extremely high rate of fire ([[Scattered]]). The Heavy Raiders are also capable of launching missiles.

The first Heavy Raider is seen as part of a Cylon search party looking for [[Karl Agathon|Karl "Helo" Agathon]] and [[Sharon Agathon|Sharon Agathon ''née'' Valerii]] on Cylon-occupied [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down]]). Further sightings in Season 1 are in "[[Colonial Day]]" with one craft landing near Agathon and Valerii, and in space over Caprica in "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]".

Unlike the standard [[Raider (RDM)|Raider]], the Heavy Raider is either exclusively or optionally piloted by humanoid Cylons ([[The Hub]]) or Centurions, however it can apparently pilot itself ([[The Road Less Traveled]]).

== Significant appearances ==

A Heavy Raider with a boarding party of five Centurions crash-lands into ''[[Galactica]]'s'' unused starboard [[flight pod]] ([[Scattered]]).

During the [[Battle of the Communications Relay]], two Heavy Raiders make soft landings inside one of the flight pods of the [[Mercury class battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Pegasus]]'' and unload Centurion boarding parties ([[Razor]]).

[[Image:HR-Kobol-09-55.jpg|thumb|right|Heavy Raider on Kobol]]
After shooting down a Colonial scouting party over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], a force of five Centurions lands near the crash site of [[Raptor 1]] in a Heavy Raider. They proceed to dismantle its missile launcher and [[DRADIS]] assembly in an attempt to build a surface-to-air missile battery, intending to shoot down any [[SAR|search and rescue]] parties that ''[[Galactica]]'' sends to find the survivors ([[Fragged]]).

The Heavy Raider is conclusively proven to be a troop transport in "[[The Farm]]" when Sharon Agathon ''née'' Valerii commandeers one and uses it to evacuate the [[Caprica Resistance]] after they rescue [[Kara Thrace]] from a Cylon hybrid "farm." That captured Heavy Raider is eventually used to jump to Kobol where Thrace, Agathon and Valerii finally hook up with Laura Roslin's fleet.

The Cylon attack fleet in "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]" includes a large amount of Heavy Raiders, which could indicate a planned boarding operation or merely the need for additional heavy firepower.

Months later, [[Felix Gaeta]] reveals that with Valerii's cooperation they are able to interface the navigational system of a captured Heavy Raider with a [[Raptor]]'s FTL drive, making it capable of farther and more accurate jumps than before (beyond Colonial FTL's [[Red Line]] limit) with significantly faster calculations (as previously determined from a captured [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Cylon Raider]]). A strike team is able to return to Caprica in less than ten jumps and successfully rescues the Caprica Resistance ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part I]]).

After New Caprica, Thrace believes she sees a Heavy Raider in the atmosphere of a nearby gas giant, although no one else can see it. Its appearance may somehow relate to her [[The Destiny|alleged destiny]] ([[Maelstrom]]).

Heavy Raiders play a significant part in the battle to destroy the Cylon [[Resurrection Hub]]. Piloted by rebel Cylons, they tow powered-down Colonial Vipers to get them close without their engines and electronics being detected. After the cables are cut and the Vipers' systems activated, they engage the Cavil-faction baseships and Raiders until the resurrected [[D'Anna Biers]] is retrieved and the Vipers destroy the Hub in a nuclear missile strike ([[The Hub]]).

A Heavy Raider is seen running a joint CAP with Colonial Vipers in [[Deadlock]].

==Notes==
*According to [[Eric Chu]], [[Richard Livingston]] designed the Heavy Raider. <ref>{{cite_web|url=http://www.mediablvd.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=8278&st=260|title=Mediablvd forum post|date=|accessdate=|last=|first=|format=|language=}}</ref>
*As of "[[Razor]]", a new [[:image:Retconned Heavy Raider.jpg|retconned exterior design]] for the Heavy Raider is in use. It is virtually identical to the previous incarnation save for a new head canopy—which matches that of the [[:image:Raider retcon.jpg|retconned standard Raider]]—and the addition of missile launcher (capable of propelling two missiles) superior to the forward battery.
*The production team never constructed the interior of the Heavy Raider.

== Related Imagery ==

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Image:HeavyC.jpg|Heavy Raider over Kobol ([[Home, Part I]])   
Image:HR - Firing KEW.jpg|Firing frontal 6-barrel [[KEW]] ([[Scattered]])    
Image:Heavy Raider Aft.jpg|Heavy Raider aft view (Scattered).
Image:Baseships over Caprica II.jpg|Deployed from a baseship ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).
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== External links ==
* [http://www.modelermagic.com/?p=246 A collection of images of the Cylon Heavy Raider]

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Cylon reconnaissance drone

2010-03-10T17:43:38Z

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: ''For other types of electronic drones, see: [[Drone]].''

'''Reconnaissance drones''' (known interchangeably as a ''probe ship'') are vehicles of potentially similar size and purpose to the Colonial [[Raptor]], but deployed by [[Cylon Basestar|basestars]].

The exterior appearance of the craft probably has not changed greatly over time since the [[Cylon War]], as a large number of them are easily identified by Lieutenant [[Kara Thrace]] while reconnoitering the upper limits of the atmosphere of [[Ragnar]] while ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' re-arms herself at [[Ragnar Anchorage]] ([[Miniseries]]).

Similar vehicles are later seen by [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]] and [[Margaret Edmondson|Racetrack]] as they attempt to approach and destroy a basestar in orbit over [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).

The precise capabilities of the drone are unknown. It is most likely not a general-purpose fighter craft or a troop transport, as those roles are fulfilled by the [[Raider (RDM)|Cylon Raider]] and [[Heavy Raider]] respectively.

== Related Imagery ==
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Image:Bsg-cylon-recce.jpg|A possible Cylon Reconnaissance Drone and a Raider.
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Earth Cylon Centurion

2009-06-15T22:41:25Z

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[[File:Ancient Centurion.jpg|200px|thumb|right|The head of an Earth Cylon Centurion.]]
'''Earth Cylon Centurions''' are the models of [[Cylon]]s discovered on [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some 2,000 year ago they rebelled against their [[Thirteenth Tribe (RDM)|humanoid masters]] and instigated a nuclear war that left Earth inhospitable to life ([[Sometimes a Great Notion]]). It is unknown if any units of this type survived the conflict, but on-screen evidence suggests that this is not the case.

==Appearance==
*They appear to be metallic in nature, like the [[Cylon Centurion|Centurions]] of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]], but the design is markedly different.

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Galactica (TRS)

2009-05-10T22:55:14Z

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:''This article discusses the [[Re-imagined Series]] battlestar. For other meanings of '''''Galactica''''', see [[Galactica (disambiguation)]].''
{{Ship Data
| image= Galactica Overview.jpg
| title= Galactica (BS 75)
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= Approximately 2,641
| length= {{Meters2Feet|1438.64}}<ref>These dimensions (in meters) were derived from the CG model and posted by [[Lee Stringer]] on the StarshipBuilder.com forums, which are no longer available. They are the most precise so far. The width with pods extended and the height are quoted here verbatim; the length was calculated by adding the posted dimension for the front of the ship (766.04m) to the posted dimension for the back (672.6m). The full set as provided by Lee Stringer is as follows: "Width (Pods out) 536.84m (Pods In) 352.34m
Engines Max 359.38m Head Max 334.58m
Length: Front (Main body) 730.65m (Antenee) 766.04m Back 672.6m
(using the center of the two arms as the middle)
Height (Armor/Mainbody) 181.825m (Details) 183.315m".</ref>
| width= {{Meters2Feet|536.84}}<ref name="podtopod">This is from flight pod to flight pod while they are extended.</ref>
| height= {{Meters2Feet|183.315}}
| co= Admiral [[William Adama]]
| xo= [[Saul Tigh]]
| role= Carrier / battleship hybrid
| weapons= As many as 514 dual point-defense [[KEW|Kinetic Energy Weapons]], 24 primary dual Kinetic Energy Weapons, at least 12 [[missile tubes]] capable of firing conventional and nuclear missiles, Vipers, Raptors
| status= Abandoned, flown into a sun with the Fleet ([[Daybreak, Part II]])
| img= Y
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'''''Galactica'' (BS 75)''' is a [[Galactica type battlestar|veteran battlestar]] and the last of her kind still in service with the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]] at the time of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|destruction of the Twelve Colonies]]. Built during the early days of the [[Cylon War]], she remains the only military vessel without integrated [[Computers|computer networks]]. Without networked computers, ''Galactica'' never upgrades to the new [[Command Navigation Program|integrated defense system software]] developed by Dr. [[Gaius Baltar]] and his [[Number Six|team]]. Because of this and other factors, she becomes one of only two known battlestars (the other being ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'') to survive the renewed Cylon attack on the [[Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]]. At the time of this attack, she was part of the 75th [[Battlestar Group]] (BSG-75).

== History ==

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=== The First Cylon War ===
[[Image:Mini gal top.jpg|right|200px|thumb|A dorsal view of ''Galactica''. The starboard [[flight pod]] is covered by a window to form the [[Galactica Museum|museum area]].]]
''Galactica'' was one of the first twelve battlestars to be constructed by the Colonials, each representing one of the twelve colonies; ''Galactica'' represented [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. As such, she is some 50 years old. While solidly built, various factors during ''Galactica's'' construction led to the shipyard "cutting corners" when she was originally built, with various components not completed to spec ([[No Exit]]). Following the outbreak of Cylon hostilities several more battlestars were built. ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> first commander was named [[Nash]].

The original battlestars were all designed with non-integrated computer systems to avoid the Cylons' demonstrated ability to override or subvert networked command and control systems early in the war ([[Miniseries]]). Rather than technological sophistication, the battlestar depended on its sheer bulk and defensive / offensive capabilities to ward off any threats to itself or the Colonies.

After the [[Final Five|rather mysterious]] Cylon [[Armistice Station|armistice]], and their withdrawal from Colonial space, ''Galactica'' and her sister ships served the Twelve Colonies in a variety of roles. While her surviving sister ships were scrapped or upgraded to match the systems capabilities of newer Colonial vessels, ''Galactica'' continued in service without her systems being fully networked or integrated, making her unique among Colonial military vessels. '' Galactica'' was relegated to intra-system duties for at least 20 years prior to her decommissioning.<ref>This is inferred by [[Saul Tigh]] in his reaction to Commander Adama's decision for a [[FTL]] jump ([[Miniseries, Night 1]]).</ref>

=== Decommissioning ===
[[Image:Ragnar Escape.jpg|200px|right|thumb|''Galactica'' provides cover for civilian ships during the [[Battle of Ragnar Anchorage]].]]
With her active career drawing to a close, a decision was taken to retire ''Galactica'' and decommission her from service. Colonial Fleet chose not to scrap her, but to turn her into a combination of living museum to the original Cylon War and an educational center, with her conversion being overseen by her final commander, [[William Adama]].

At the time of her formal decommissioning ceremony, ''Galactica'' is stripped of all but one of her operational [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] Mark VII squadrons, her munitions are destroyed, and her starboard landing pod is converted into a pressurized [[Galactica Museum|museum]] which houses (among other things) a full squadron of [[Viper Mark II|Mk. II Vipers]] as well as a Viper model that appears [[Viper (TOS)|older than the Mark II]] (Miniseries, also in deleted scenes).

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=== Return of the Cylons ===
[[Image:Mini side fleet.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''Galactica'' and the [[fleet]].]]
With the renewed and unexpected Cylon hostilities, ''Galactica'' is quickly brought back to combat condition and sorties several Mark IIs retrieved from her museum, engaging in her first battle with the Cylons in over 40 years (all but one last Mark VII squadron were sent to Caprica for reassignment). She survives a direct hit by a tactical nuclear missile, and later [[FTL|jumps]] successfully to [[Ragnar Anchorage]] to replenish her empty ammunition stores at this strategic depot.

''Galactica'' emerges from the anchorage and engages one [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] with her gun batteries, providing cover for [[The Fleet (RDM)|a fleet of 75 civilian ships]] harboring survivors of the Twelve Colonies. Once the entire civilian fleet successfully jumps away, and as a second basestar approaches to join the battle, ''Galactica'' recovers her remaining Vipers and jumps to the rendezvous point beyond the [[Red Line]], never to return to Colonial space ([[Miniseries]]).

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=== Leading a Ragtag Fleet ===
[[Image:Ep212battle.jpg|200px|right|thumb|''Galactica'' and [[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]] work together during the [[Battle of the Resurrection Ship]].]]
Since the exodus of the Colonials from their overrun homeworlds, ''Galactica'' becomes both protector and provider for the Fleet. She provides covering fire for the Fleet during Cylon attacks no fewer than 240 times ("[[33]]", "[[Act of Contrition]]"). The battlestar provides much of the Fleet with recycled water ([[Water]]) and she is the primary source of medical care, where groups of civilians are periodically brought aboard for check-ups and treatment ([[Litmus]]). ''Galactica'' also undertakes internal policing duties within the Fleet ("[[Water]]", "[[Bastille Day]]").

''Galactica'' successfully goes on the offensive against the Cylons, capturing a [[tylium]] fuel mining and processing plant in the process ([[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]).

The [[Mercury class battlestar|advanced battlestar]] ''Pegasus'', commanded by Admiral [[Helena Cain|Cain]], joins ''Galactica'' approximately 6 months into their exile (See the series [[Timeline (RDM)|timeline]] for special information about this milestone). The two battlestars destroy two [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]] as well as a critical Cylon support ship known as the [[Resurrection Ship]]. After Admiral Cain's death, President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] promotes William Adama to Admiral, restoring him to overall Fleet command, but now with two battlestars at his disposal ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).

===New Caprica===
[[Image:Leaving New Caprica.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''Galactica'', ''Pegasus'', and the orbiting fleet prior to leaving [[New Caprica]].]]
Following the founding of [[New Caprica]], ''Galactica'' is assigned to the orbital defense force that protects the planet. During this time the majority of her crew are allowed to the surface in an effort to populate the planet and restore the human race, a majority of whom are seemingly convinced that the Cylons will never find New Caprica. The diminished crew inevitably results in standard maintenance becoming overlooked or ignored; basic military responses, such as the launching of alert fighters and routine training exercises become difficult to execute. One year following the founding of New Caprica, a fleet of Cylon ships jump into orbit of the planet. Severely limited in their abilities, Admiral Adama orders the defense fleet to jump away from New Caprica along with a handful of civilian ships still in orbit of the colony. They vow to eventually return to New Caprica and liberate it from the Cylon invaders ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]).

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===[[Battle of New Caprica]]===
[[Image:BONC.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''Galactica'' takes a pounding during the [[Battle of New Caprica]].]]
Four months after their escape, ''Galactica'''s staff is still in the process of developing a rescue strategy with 16 training exercises having been completed and a 17th underway when an accident causes its early cessation ([[Occupation]]). This forces both a change in strategy and the reformulation of a rescue plan to deal with personnel who have not seen conflict in 16 months. While ''Galactica'' fights to liberate the Colonials on-planet, ''Pegasus'' is assigned to protect the remaining civilian fleet and continue its search for [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] ("[[Precipice]]", "[[Exodus, Part I]]").

After coordinating with the [[New Caprica Resistance]], ''Galactica'' leaves ''Pegasus'' to guard the space-bound members of humanity while it uses a series of drones to misdirect the bulk of the Cylon Raiders and avoid immediate detection by baseships, thus allowing the civilians on the planet to escape to their ships and flee New Caprica.

''Galactica'' then jumps into low orbit, plummeting from an altitude of 100,000 feet. As the ship falls, Admiral Adama orders the launch of all remaining Vipers. ''Galactica'' then jumps back into orbit. In the subsequent battle with the orbiting basestars, ''Galactica'' is overtaxed, out-gunned, and faces destruction when ''Pegasus'' unexpectedly arrives. ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> salvos draw the attention of the basestars away from ''Galactica'', buying ''Galactica'' time to bring her [[FTL|FTL drives]] back on-line and escape, but at the cost of ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> destruction ([[Exodus, Part II]]).

''Galactica'' bears the scars of the battle with significant scorching and dents to the hull. Nonetheless, the battlestar remains combat ready, holding off a superior Cylon force for a short duration in the [[Battle of NCD2539]] ([[A Measure of Salvation]]), and threatening to use its nuclear arsenal twice after New Caprica ("[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", "[[Crossroads, Part II]]"). Given the loss of ''Pegasus'', ''Galactica'' now boasts a larger crew, Viper and Raptor complement, to the point where there are more pilots than there are ships to fly ([[Torn]]), although the training of new recruits is still ongoing ("[[Dirty Hands]]", "[[Crossroads]]", "[[He That Believeth in Me]]"). Further, there are various redundancies between the two crews that are appropriately dealt with (e.g. [[Lee Adama]] in a [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 3 (RDM)|deleted scene]] from "[[Exodus, Part II]]").

In "[[A Day in the Life]]", Colonel Tigh comments that ''Galactica'' took so much damage in this battle that it would "take six weeks in dry dock just to bang out the dents". This indicates that the damage is extensive enough to require a significant amount time (probably months) for full repair, and would be unlikely to survive a massive battle again.

=== Resuming the Search for Earth ===
''Galactica'' takes aboard a significant quantity of civilians following the exodus from New Caprica, as several civilian ships are lost during the escape from the failed colony. Cramped conditions increase as crew and civilians struggle to adapt to life back aboard a ship. The civilians reside on the refurbished starboard hangar deck as a refugee camp nicknamed "[[Camp Oil Slick]]" and later "Dogsville" ("[[Torn]]", "[[The Woman King]]").

During a [[The Passage|food shortage crisis]] caused by contamination of the Fleet's food processing systems, ''Galactica'' (along with her Raptors acting as pilot ships) guides the civilian Fleet through an area of intense heat, light and radiation caused by a [[Passage (star cluster)|dense star cluster]] to reach edible resources on the [[algae planet]]. ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> heavy armor and radiation shielding protect her from the intense effects of the cluster, but the ship still suffers hull damage and decompressions.

The ship confronts a Cylon fleet and barely escapes a nova during [[Eye of Jupiter|the events over the algae planet]], jumping out at the last moment after recovering its ground teams and additional data on a way-point to Earth known to the Colonials as the [[Ionian nebula]] ("[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", "[[Rapture]]"). Repairs continue on the journey to the Ionian nebula. Damage to one particular airlock nearly causes the deaths of Galen and Cally Tyrol during what they expected to be a quick repair of a hull micro-fracture ([[A Day in the Life]]).
[[Image:BOTIM.jpg|thumb|left|200px|''Galactica'' is outnumbered during the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]].]]
When the Fleet reaches the nebula, four Cylon baseships are detected following an unexplained power outage. With the entire Fleet crippled and unable to escape, ''Galactica'' scrambles her Vipers and prepares for a lopsided fight, outnumbered and outgunned ([[Crossroads, Part II]]). During the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula|following battle]], ''Galactica'' manages to hold off the main attack of the massive Cylon attack force. Despite the damage suffered in previous engagements, the old warship wields her main guns and point defense batteries effectively again in defense of the Fleet. During the battle ''Galactica'' takes many hits while covering the Fleet although without crippling damage. Despite having the advantage, and managing to destroy or damage several civilian ships, the Cylons retreat in the middle of the battle, after detecting one of the [[Final Five]] among the Colonials ([[He That Believeth in Me]]).

''Galactica'' is once forced to prepare for a battle against the rebel [[Basestar (RDM)|Cylon basestar]], but the ''[[Demetrius]]'' arrives to defuse the situation. In the wake of the basestar disappearing from the Fleet ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]), [[Saul Tigh]] assumes command of ''Galactica'', jumping along with the Fleet ([[Sine Qua Non]]).

After [[Kara Thrace]] picks up a strange signal in [[Starbuck's Viper|her Viper]], the Colonials have a direct bearing towards Earth. Shortly later, after several years of searching, ''Galactica'' and her Fleet finally make the last jump to Earth ([[Revelations]]).

=== Post-Earth ===

After discovering [[Earth]] is a nuclear wasteland, discipline and morale on ''Galactica'' fall dramatically and the overall cleanliness of the ship suffers, e.g. outside [[CIC]], the words "Frak Earth" are spray-painted on the walls ([[Sometimes a Great Notion]]). When former deck chief [[Galen Tyrol]] disables the FTL drive, foiling the mutineers' escape with the ship, he discovers multiple tears in the chamber's walls, a sign that the aging battlestar's structural integrity is faltering ([[Blood on the Scales]]).
[[Image:Damaged Galactica.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A heavily damaged ''Galactica''.]]
A structural survey of the ship fins several torn supports and weakened areas in the hull, and a more in-depth examination finds endemic metal fatigue throughout the ship, with virtually every part of the hull riddled with small cracks and fissures.

''Galactica's'' advanced age, the corners cut during construction and the abuse it has been put through since the war started contributed to its condition. Tyrol suggests treating the damaged parts of the ship with an [[Cylon organic resin|organic Cylon resin]] from the [[Rebel Baseship]], which would fill the cracks and bear the stresses, which Adama at first refuses. However, Adama finally appreciates ''Galactica's'' dire condition when he finds a tear in a bulkhead in his quarters, and orders Tyrol to carry out his plan to repair the ship ([[No Exit]]). Tyrol later says that the resin will buy more time but the ship's integrity has been fundamentally weakened and it might not survive more FTL jumps- it is impossible to say how long she can hold. ''Galactica'' is dying of old age and accumulated battle damage.

Later ''Galactica'' is damaged even further when [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]] jumps away very close to the hull. The resulting spatial distortion of her Raptor's FTL jump causes what appears to be buckling and explosive decompression in several sections of the alligator head of ''Galactica'' on her port side ([[Someone to Watch Over Me]]). This causes a chain reaction of explosions, structural failures and power outages throughout many parts of the ship including CIC.

At first refusing to accept the reality of the ship's fate, Admiral Adama gives the emotionally painful order to stop the repairs and begin the process of abandoning ship, moving to the Rebel Baseship as the Fleet's new flagship ([[Islanded In a Stream of Stars]]).

As the ship is slowly offloaded of parts and personnel, the Admiral relents one last time, stops the scrapping of the battlestar, and calls for volunteers for what will likely be a ''Galactica's'' final mission- to get the kidnapped Hera back from Cavil's Cylon colony ([[Daybreak, Part I]]).

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=== Endgame: [[Battle of The Colony|Battle of The Colony]] ===

[[Image:Battleofthecolony.jpg|thumb|right|200px|right|''Galactica'' takes massive hits seconds after jumping to [[The Colony]].]]
With a skeleton crew and a frail battlestar, Admiral Adama executes a daring mission to rescue Hera Agathon.

''Galactica'' jumps to the Colony at point-blank range. Besieged by the Colony's gun batteries at first, the Hybrid Anders manages to take them and the Colony's Hybrids offline. As ''Galactica's'' Vipers engage incoming Raiders, her Raptors jump directly from their berth in the starboard [[flight pod]] (causing extensive damage to it) and maneuver to board the Colony.

Adama does the unbelievable: he rams ''Galactica's'' bow into the Colony, forming not only a second breech for his search teams to enter, but also forming an alternate escape route.

The rescue is successful, but ''Galactica'' is far from safe. The Raiders are still attacking the ship, destroying at least one of its remaining heavy gun batteries. The rescue teams are pursued back to ''Galactica'' by Cavil and his troops, determined to recapture Hera. Platoons of enemy Centurions swarm into the ship. Cavil personally leads an attack on CIC but is foiled.

Things appear to settle down after Cavil and Adama call a ceasefire. Cavil agrees to let ''Galactica'' leave with Hera in exchange for the information needed to bring back [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection technology]]. The Raiders return to the Colony, while the Vipers return to ''Galactica''. Unfortunately, as the Final Five begin to download their knowledge into the Colony, they are exposed to each other's secrets; Galen Tyrol learns that Tory Foster murdered his wife [[Cally Tyrol]] ([[The Ties That Bind]]). Tyrol flies into a rage and kills Foster, severing the download. Chaos ensues and the ceasefire ends. The Raiders renew their attack on the ship.

Meanwhile [[Racetrack]]'s Raptor, drifting in space after all aboard were killed, is hit by a stray asteroid, causing the Raptor to launch its nuclear missiles into the Colony. The Colony's orbit immediately decays, pulling it into the black hole--threatening to take ''Galactica'' with it. But Kara Thrace jumps the ship, using coordinates she had extrapolated from [[The Music]] at the last second.

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=== Journey's End ===
[[File:Battlestar Over Africa.jpg|thumb|left|200px|right|A crippled ''Galactica'' seen in orbit over the Sahara Desert.]]
The jump proves to be too much for the heavily weakened battlestar. ''Galactica'' experiences a series of fatal structural failures, permanently losing her FTL ability. But fears of being stranded in space are short-lived as ''Galactica'' arrives in the vicinity of a lush, blue-green habitable world, already populated by tribes of primitive humans who naturally evolved there.
[[File:The fleet's end.jpg|thumb|200px|right|''Galactica'' and her fleet heading straight into the Sun.]]
The population of the Fleet, arriving later, agree to leave their technology behind and start new lives on the planet they decide to call "[[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|Earth]]". The Rebel Cylons also decide to stay on the planet. With this decision, the Rebel Baseship is left to the Centurions, who leave to seek out their own destiny. Anders, still acting as ''Galactica's'' Hybrid, brings the battlestar's adventures to a close as he pilots ''Galactica'' and the last ships in the Fleet into the Sun.

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== Equipment ==
Apart from any technological upgrades that may have been made to her sister ships, ''Galactica'' was built to the general technical specifications of her [[Galactica type battlestar|class]].

===Starboard Flight Pod===

The starboard landing bay is eventually restored to usable condition, evidenced when Major Lee Adama lands his Raptor in the starboard pod. However, it is possible that this is due to a previously issued quarantine order and not because the flight pod is in regular use ([[A Measure of Salvation]]). The starboard hangar deck is designated an [[Dogsville|area of refuge]] for civilians displaced from lost ships (The Woman King).

During the last mission of Galactica, this pod held a number of Raptor's ready for launch, these deployed out of the pod by FTL jump with the result that the shock waves fatally weakened the pods structure and the pod blew open to space. ([[Daybreak part 2]])

===Nuclear Warheads===
[[Image:Galactica nukes.jpg|200px|thumb|''Galactica'''s nuclear arsenal.]]
''Galactica'' has five nuclear warheads as of "[[Bastille Day]]". Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] uses one warhead to destroy the Cylon [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] orbiting Kobol ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]), and Dr. [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]] cannibalizes one to use in his [[Cylon detector]]. He later gives the warhead to [[Gina Inviere]], who detonates it aboard ''[[Cloud Nine]]''.

It is unknown how many nuclear warheads ''Pegasus'' has when it encounters ''Galactica'', but the two ships pool their nuclear ordnance stockpiles after that. As of "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", ''Galactica'' possesses at least seven warheads ([[missile tube]]s 4 through 10).

:''The yield of these weapons is unknown. It is likely they are of a "dial a yield" design which is common in real-life nuclear weapons. Because the physics of nuclear weapon design is a measurable science, and based on the size of the weapons seen on screen, the yield of ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> weapons may lie between 5 and 150 kilotons.''<ref>This is extrapolated from the size of the weapon, compared to a modern day ([[w:W80|W80]])-class nuclear warhead used by the United States.</ref>

===Vipers===
:''For information on the fighter squadrons stationed on ''Galactica'' see: [[Squadrons of Galactica]]''

[[image:1104Tube Mini.JPG|right|thumb|200px|A [[Viper Mark II]] in a launch tube.]]
[[image:Kg zoic-studio screen-caps-065.jpg|left|thumb|200px|A [[Viper Mark VII]] in the port [[Flight pod]].]]
Prior to the arrival of ''Pegasus'', ''Galactica'' carries a maximum thirty-four Vipers, of which at least six are Mark VIIs. Following the advent of ''Pegasus'', ''Galactica'' receives supplies that aid in the repair and refurbishment of her initial fighter complement ([[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]). Some time later, new Mark VII Vipers are constructed at ''Pegasus''s' Viper construction facilities utilizing the raw ore mined in an asteroid belt ([[Scar]]), and several of those are assigned to ''Galactica''.

With ''Pegasus'' destroyed at the [[Battle of New Caprica]], ''Galactica'' absorbs the former's fighter squadrons and personnel, and her Viper complement now counts approximately 80 planes. <ref>Dialogue from "[[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]" and "[[Sine Qua Non]]" establishes that 40 Vipers have been transferred to a Cylon basestar, which comprises half the ship's air wing.</ref>

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===Raptors===
[[image:Raptor port.jpg|right|thumb|200px|A [[Raptor]].]]
The number of [[Raptor|Raptors]] available to ''Galactica'' is portrayed inconsistently. The assumption prior to joining up with ''Pegasus'' is that the battlestar has at least five Raptors, having left [[Ragnar Anchorage]] with at least eight. After the Battle of New Caprica, ''Galactica'' takes on ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> Raptors. The subsequent number of available craft is unknown, but is at least 30, considering how many Raptors are deployed to rescue to the resistance fighters on Caprica ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]) and still have enough to move people from ship to ship through out the fleet.

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===Other Craft===
[[image:Blackbird FotP.JPG|right|thumb|200px|The [[Blackbird]], a special stealth ship, was construted on ''Galactica''.]]
[[image:AtmoShutt.jpg|right|thumb|200px|One of ''Galactica'''s [[Atmospheric shuttle| shuttle]] craft.]]
*''Galactica'' possesses two [[Heavy Raider]]s. One is hit by ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s defensive fire and crashes into the starboard flight pod with unknown, but probably extensive, damage ([[Scattered]]). The other returns in operational status from [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[Home, Part I]]). One of these Heavy Raiders is relieved of its FTL navigation system for use on the rescue mission to Caprica ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part I]]).
* A Raider from the first Cylon War may be on board ''Galactica'' after one follows Starbuck into one of ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> landing bays and is shot down ([[Razor]]). A Cylon War era Raider, or at least a replica of one, was present in the [[Galactica Museum]], but has not been mentioned since.
*A second [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raider]] comes into ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> possession after [[Daniel Novacek]]'s "escape" from a basestar, replacing the one retrieved by [[Kara Thrace]] and lost during the quest for the [[Arrow of Apollo]] ([[Hero]]).
*An experimental stealth fighter, the [[Blackbird]], is constructed using spare parts ([[Flight of the Phoenix]]) and used in a critically successful reconnaissance mission to explore the nature of what comes to be known as the [[Resurrection Ship]]. The Blackbird is destroyed after completing its [[Battle of the Resurrection Ship|first combat mission]] ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).
*''Galactica'' possesses [[fuel tanker]]s used to supply fuel to Vipers and Raptors in flight without the need to dock with the ship. These may be dedicated craft or specially fitted shuttles or Raptors ([[Occupation]]).

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== Crew ==
:''For information on Senior Staff, see : [[Senior Staff of Galactica]]''
:''For a list of pilots, see: [[List of Pilots]]''
:''For a list of deckhands, see: [[List of deckhands]]''
:''For a list of marines, see: [[Colonial Marine Corps]]''

Before the attack, ''Galactica'' has approximately 2,900 crewmen. By the time of the arrival of ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'', attrition has reduced this number to about 2,660. (c.f. [[Crew tally]])
It is unknown whether the Colonial Marines account for members or not.
*Between "[[Act of Contrition]]" and "[[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]" ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> offensive capability is also greatly hampered by the number of [[List of Pilots|qualified pilots]] available, and their lack of flight simulators with which to train more. Since ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> reunion with ''Pegasus'', this has ceased to be an issue ([[Scar]]).

==Related Imagery==
<gallery perrow="5">
Image:BSG Ortho Top & Bottom.jpg|''Galactica'' - [[Zoic]] rendering    
Image:BSG Ortho Front, Back & Starboard.jpg|''Galactica'' - Zoic rendering    
Image:Kg cg ns galactica-049.jpg|''Galactica'''s front - Zoic
Image:Battlestar stern.jpg|''Galactica'''s stern.
Image:Cylon War-era Galactica, "Razor" Flashback 1.jpg|''Galactica'' in the [[Razor]] Flashbacks.
Image:Bsg damaged.jpg|''Galactica'' with battle damage.
Image:Galactica - flight pods retracted.jpg|''Galactica'' with flight pods retracted.
Image:BSG landing alcove.jpg|''Galactica'' landing alcove.
Image:Battered Battlestar.jpg|Bow view of ''Galactica''.
Image:Pointdefence2 101 1080i.jpg|''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> point defense batteries in action    
Image:Galactica fights off missile salvos.jpg|''Galactica'' establishes a defense perimeter.
Image:Raptor scramble.jpg|''Galactica'' scrambles [[Viper]]s and [[Raptor]]s.
Image:Colony Breech.jpg|''Galactica'' rams herself into [[The Colony]].
Image:Img0059.jpg|''Galactica'''s main batteries.
Image:Galactia's end.jpg|''Galactica'' and the Fleet depart for the sun, with the African continent in the background.
Image:CIC Overview 1.jpg|''Galactica'''s CIC.
Image:Cicweaponscontrol1.jpg|Weapon's control.
Image:Cictacticalstation1.jpg|Tactical station.
Image:Cic commstation.jpg|Communications.
Image:The Mess.jpg|The Officers' mess hall.
Image:Porthangardeck.jpg|The port hangar bay on ''Galactica''.
Image:DutyLocker.jpg|Crew quarters.
Image:GalacticaInterior Sickbay1.jpg|Sickbay
Image:Galactica Museum, "Daybreak, Part II".jpg| The ''Galactica'' museum in the starboard flight pod.
Image:Galactica corridor.jpg|The "A-shaped" corridors.
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== See also ==
*[[Galactica crew facilities (RDM)|Galactica crew facilities]]
*[[:Category:Galactica Areas (RDM)|Galactica Areas]]

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:''This article involves the fleet of [[FTL|faster-than-light]]-capable civilian ships in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. For information on its [[Sublight Propulsion|sublight]] counterpart in the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]], see [[The Fleet (TOS)]]. For general information on other articles pertaining to fleets, see: [[Fleet (disambiguation)]].''
[[Image:The Fleet, "Face of the Enemy".jpg|thumb|right|400px|The Fleet in formation near a nebula.]]

'''The Fleet''' is a convoy of ships sheltering the human survivors of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]. The Fleet forms the backdrop of the drama of the [[Re-imagined Series]].

==Overview==
[[Image:Galactica & Fleet.jpg|thumb|right|Promotional image of ''Galactica'' and the Fleet.]]
"The Fleet" originates as a convoy of about 60 commercial and civilian ships in the space surrounding [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. [[Laura Roslin]] - with the aid of [[Sharon Valerii]] - initiates the clustering of stranded vessels in the aftermath of the Cylon invasion of the Twelve Colonies, thus forming the convoy. Twenty of these ships are abandoned to a squadron of attacking [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] because they either lack [[FTL]] drives, or are damaged, like the sublight ''[[Botanical Cruiser]]'' and ''[[Gemenon Liner 1701]]''. The remaining vessels join battlestar ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' - the only Colonial warship [[Pegasus (RDM)|known]] to have survived the Cylon attack - in the upper atmosphere of the gas giant [[Ragnar]]. From here on, ''Galactica'' shoulders the role of the Fleet's protector ([[Miniseries]]).

[[Anastasia Dualla]] explains in "[[33]]" that 53 ships have jumped away from an attacking Cylon baseship, with 10 still reporting trouble with their FTL drives. Adding ''Galactica'' to this tally, results in a total number of 64 ships. [[Saul Tigh]]'s statement in "[[The Farm]]" that the 24 ships departing with the [[Laura Roslin faction]] represent "almost a third of the fleet", implies that the number of ships in the Fleet is approximately in the mid-70's. By "[[The Passage]]", there are likely fewer ships left in the Fleet because of the ''[[Cloud Nine]]'' destruction ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]) and the settlement and emergency exodus of [[New Caprica]] ([[Exodus, Part II]]).

The political and social troubles befalling the Fleet as it wanders through space, serve as a metaphor for all of humanity, since the Fleet literally ''is'' what is left of humanity in the television series.

The phrase "the Fleet" functions not only as a signifier for the actual ships of the convoy, but as an indicator of the people on board, and therefore for mankind. Often the term is used to refer to the civilian populations, as opposed to the military personnel of ''Galactica'' and ''Pegasus''. Usage of the term "the Fleet" has not gained more than an informal acceptance, as can be seen by President Roslin's continued use of the term ''President of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]]''. This may be interpreted either as an expression of hope that the people of the Fleet will re-establish themselves on a new world, or a psychological inability to accept the Fleet as the only home that humanity will know for a long time.

After three years of searching the Fleet eventually reaches [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], but are disappointed to find it a devastated wasteland as a result of a nuclear holocaust ([[Revelations]]). The fleet leave Earth in search of a new home, with the Rebel Cylon Basestar joining them ([[Sometimes a Great Notion]]). By the time of Felix Gaeta's and Tom Zarek's mutiny aboard ''Galactica'' ([[Blood on the Scales]]), dialogue indicates that the Fleet is down to the very low figure of 35 civilian ships, a suprising loss of about half the iniital ships from [[33]]. Most of these losses remain unacounted for, as very few civilian ships have been seen or heard to be actually lost on screen. Given that the human population has only declined by about one fifth at this point rather than a similar half, this could be a continuity error or retcon, or the remaining ships would have had to nearly double the number of civilians aboard to compensate. It is possible in the context of the dialogue in the episode that the figure of 35 referred only to the number of ships initially loyal to the mutineers.

[[Image:The fleet's end.jpg|thumb|right|The Fleet's end.]]

The Rebel Basestar has now officaly joined the Fleet as seen in [[Someone to Watch Over Me]] as the Fleet has a new Quorum made out of ship captains and the Rebel Basestar has a representative on the new Quorum, a [[Six]] named Sonja.

The Fleet would eventually be abandoned by the Colonials, with their ships guided into the Sun of the new homeworld of the humans. The Rebel baseship was given to the [[Cylon Centurion|centurions]] by the Rebel Cylons for them to find their own destiny ([[Daybreak, Part II]])
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==Ships==
* Colonial ships use [[launch key]]s to activate the ship's systems ([[Precipice]]). The keys are unique to each vessel and are extremely difficult to copy.

==== Seen ====

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! Name !! Ship type / function !! Last Seen !! Notes
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| ''[[Astral Queen]]'' || Prison ship|| [[Daybreak, Part II]] || [[Tom Zarek]] is found aboard this ship, along with 1,500 prisoners heading toward [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] for parole hearings. Later the lead ship in [[Laura Roslin]]'s [[Laura Roslin faction|faction]].
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| [[Botanical Cruiser]] || Agricultural ship || Daybreak, Part II || A sister ship is destroyed in the [[Miniseries, Night 2|second night]] of the Miniseries.
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| ''[[Celestra (RDM)|Celestra]]'' || ''Celestra'' type || Daybreak, Part II|| Mentioned only. Seen in various fleet shoots
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| ''[[Chrion]]'' || [[Luxury liner]] || [[The Passage]] || Successfully shepherded to the [[algae planet]].
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| ''[[Colonial One|Colonial One/Colonial Heavy 798]]'' || Transport ship, government || Daybreak, Part II || President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]]'s flagship and seat of the spaceborne Colonial government since the Fall. As of Season 4, the ship also holds the Quorum of Twelve.
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| ''[[Demetrius]]'' || Sewage recycling || [[Sometimes a Great Notion]] || Given to [[Kara Thrace]] and a select crew to try to find Earth.
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| ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' || [[Battlestar (RDM)|Battlestar]], military || Daybreak, Part II || This is the last remaining [[Galactica type battlestar|original battlestar]] dating back to the [[Cylon War]]. It is the main protector and flagship of the Fleet, under direct command of [[William Adama]].
|-
| ''[[Gemenon Traveller]]'' || ''Kimba Huta'' type || [[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]] || A copy of [[Leoben Conoy]] is captured and held here for interrogation and, later, executed.
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| ''[[Gemini (RDM)|Gemini]]'' || Freighter || A Disquiet Follows My Soul || Used as a decoy in the [[Battle for the Tylium Asteroid]]. Joins Laura Roslin's separatist fleet. Is later part of the so-called defense fleet over [[New Caprica]].
|-
| ''[[Gideon]]'' || Supply ship || [[The Son Also Rises]] || A supply ship involved in an incident where four civilians are killed by ''Galactica'' [[Marines]]. Survives after [[New Caprica]].
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| ''[[Hitei Kan]]'' || [[Refinery ship]] || [[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]] || The ship is the site of the worker's strike in the episode "[[Dirty Hands]]" and a mutiny authorized by [[Tom Zarek]] in [[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]].
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| ''[[Kimba Huta]]'' || Cold storage vessel || Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II || Featured in "[[The Farm]]" where Tom Zarek, Laura Roslin and Lee Adama hide out after Roslin's escape from ''Galactica''.
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| ''[[Majahual]]'' || [[Mining ship]] || [[Scar]] || Mines crucial metals needed to build [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]]s.
|-
| ''[[Monarch]]'' || Mining ship || [[Collaborators]] || A mining ship that joins the [[Laura Roslin faction]]. Mentioned in "Collaborators".
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| ''[[Prometheus]]'' || Freighter || Daybreak, Part II || Commanded by [[Doyle Franks]], ''Promethus'' has a reputation as an "off the grid" freighter involved in the [[black market (organization)|black market]].
|-
| ''[[Rebel Basestar]]'' || Cylon Basestar|| Daybreak, Part II ||Basestar and ship of the Rebel Cylons. At first only came to the Fleet as part of an alliance against Cavil's forces, but has officaly joined the Fleet since as proven by the fact that it now has representation in the new Quroum made out of ship's captains.
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| ''[[Striker]]'' || ''Celestra'' type || [[Home, Part II]] || Damaged in a refueling operation overseen by Captain [[George Birch]].
|-
| ''[[Thera Sita]]'' || ''Kimba Huta'' type || Daybreak, Part II || Ship is successfully shepherded to algae planet and later temporarily transfers refugees to ''Galactica'' in "The Woman King".
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| ''[[Triton (civilian ship)|Triton]]'' || Unknown || [[Sine Qua Non]] || A ship having a "room with a view" for [[Romo Lampkin]].
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| ''[[Virgon Express]]'' || ''[[Flattop]]'' type || [[Downloaded]] || First introduced in "[[Water]]" as it undergoes underway water replenishment from ''Galactica'' <nowiki>'s</nowiki> stores. Seen in fleet until [[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]].
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| ''[[Zephyr]]'' || Ringed ship || Daybreak, Part II || Arguably the easiest identifiable civilian ship due to its large ring. It is severely damaged during the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]], and is repaired en route to Earth. It is considered the hub of all civilian activity and rest-and-recreation in the Fleet, assuming the same role that ''Cloud 9'' had before its destruction by [[Gina Inviere]].
|}

==== Mentioned only ====

Unless otherwise mentioned, the following ships are only listed on the [[:Image:Tally chalkboard.jpg|voting tally board]] in "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]".<ref>Note that the tally board in question contains inaccuracies regarding the number of votes, and thus should not be used to determine the population aboard each vessel.</ref> Many of these ships are mentioned or featured again, as the production generated a master list for reference.

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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Adrasteia}}'' || In Greek mythology, [[w:Adrasteia|Adrasteia]] (also spelled Adrastia, Adrastea, Adrestea, and Adastreia) was a nymph who was charged by Rhea to raise the infant Zeus in secret to protect him from his father Cronus (Krónos) in the Dictaean cave.
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Amduatey}}'' || The ship is named after the [[Wikipedia:Ancient Egypt|Ancient Egyptian]] [[Wikipedia:Amduat|Amduat]], which literally means "That Which is in the Afterworld". It was an important funeral text usually inscribed in the tombs of pharoahs. The Amduat told the story of the sun god [[Wikipedia:Ra|Ra]], who set in the evening and traveled through the underworld at night, only to rise again in the morning. It was understood that the dead pharaoh was taking the same journey, through the underworld, only to rise again with Ra as an immortal in the morning.
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Aether}}'' || In Greek mythology, [[w:Aether (mythology)|Aether]] is one of the Protogenos (first-born). He is the personification of the "upper sky," space, and heaven, and the elemental god of the "Bright, Glowing, Upper Air." He is the pure upper air that the gods breathe, as opposed to regular air, the gloomy lower air of the Earth, which mortals breathe.
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Argo Navis}}'' || Captained by [[Simpson Markson]], who is selected to be a judge at Gaius Baltar's trial <ref>The name and the ship are noted in the [[Sources:The Son Also Rises|script]] for "[[The Son Also Rises]]", but not mentioned on screen.</ref>. [[w:Argo Navis|Argo Navis]] was a large southern constellation representing the Argo, the ship used by Jason and the Argonauts in Greek mythology.
|-
|''[[Aurora (ship)|Aurora]]'' || In Roman mythology, [[w:Aurora (mythology)|Aurora]] is the goddess of dawn. This [[Aurora, Goddess of the Dawn|goddess]] also exists within the series's own mythology. <br>
A ship in the fleet that was home to a friend of [[Emily Kowalski]] ([[Faith]]).
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Azimenarius}}'' || The ''Azimenarius'' is noted on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'', but is not on the master voting tally board on ''Galactica'' in "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]".
|-
|''[[Baah Pakal]]'' || The XO of the ship was a friend of [[Saul Tigh]]'s. They held a pair of DDG-62 engines that would be used in the [[Blackbird]]'s construction ([[Flight of the Phoenix]]). Later appeared on the master voting tally board on ''Galactica'' in "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Boreas}}'' || Named for the [[w:Boreas|god of the north wind]] in Greek mythology. ''Boreas'' is noted on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'', but is absent from the master tally board on ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Breton}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Carillon Trader}}'' || In the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]], [[Carillon]] is the infamous "casino planet" from "[[Saga of a Star World]]".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Cassandra}}'' || Named for the [[w:Cassandra|daughter]] of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy who had the power of prophecy, but was cursed so that no one believed her.
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Coba}}'' || ''Coba'' is noted on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Cybele}}'' || Escorted by [[Raptors]] through a very dense star cluster to the [[algae planet]] ([[The Passage]]).<br/>
Named for the [[w:Cybele|"Earth Mother" goddess]] of ancient Asia Minor.
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Clymene}}'' || Several women and deities in Greek myth are named [[wikipedia:Clymene|Clymene]]. ''Clymene'' is noted on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'', but is absent from the master tally board on ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Dahshur}}'' || ''Dahshur'' is noted on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Diomedes}}'' || Presumably named for the ancient hero of the Trojan War of the [[w:Diomedes|same name]]. ''Diomedes'' is noted on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Embla Brokk}}'' || The name ''Embla Brokk'' may be derived from the names of two figures in Norse mythology: Embla, the first woman, and [[w:Brokkr|Brokkr]], a dwarf who helped create Draupnir (a magical ring) and [[w:Mjolnir|Mjolnir]] (Thor's hammer). ''Embla Brokk'' is noted on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Enkidu}}'' || Among the first ships to navigate the star cluster to the [[algae planet]] ([[The Passage]]). <br/>
Named after the [[wikipedia:Enkidu|Enkidu]] of the [[wikipedia:Sumerian mythology|Sumerian mythological]] [[wikipedia:Epic of Gilgamesh|epic of Gilgamesh]].
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Epheme}}'' || The Epheme may be named for a minor character in Greek mythology who was nurse to the [[w:Muse|Muses]].
|-
|''[[Faru Sadin]]'' || Successfully guided through the [[Passage (star cluster)|star cluster]] to the algae planet by [[Louanne Katraine|Captain Louanne "Kat" Katraine]], who sacrifices her life in the process (The Passage).
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Freighter 212}}'' || A ship on which Lieutenant (later Captain) Louanne "Kat" Katraine apparently has some "buddies" ([[Final Cut]]). <br>
Indications are that "Freighter 212" is merely the hull number for the ship, as this name is not written on either tally boards during the election in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Galatea}}'' || Probably named for a main character in the Greek myth of [[w:Pygmalion (mythology)|Pygmalion]]. Pygmalion, a sculptor, creates a statue of a woman, which is so beautiful that he falls in love with it, and the gods reward him by bringing her ([[w:Galatea (mythology)|Galatea]]) to life.
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|''[[Greenleaf]]'' || A freighter mentioned several times in the series ("[[Epiphanies]]", "[[Sacrifice]]", "[[Crossroads, Part I]]")
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Harrak}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Hexare}}'' ||On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Inchon Velle}}'' || When [[Kara Thrace]] has disturbing dreams about [[Leoben]] and the [[Eye of Jupiter|mandala]] in her apartment, [[Karl Agathon]] suggests that she see a psychiatrist on the ''Inchon Velle'' ([[Maelstrom]]). Also where a [[Gerard|brain surgeon]] was brought over from to oversee [[Samuel T. Anders]]' brain surgery ([[No Exit]]).
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Kara Nixal}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Kiya}}'' || ''Kiya'' is noted on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|McConnell}}'' || Commander [[Jack Fisk|Fisk]] made runs to this ship in order to build up a stock pile of supplies for the [[black market (organization)|black market]] ([[Black Market]]). The ship is on neither ''Colonial One'' nor ''Galactica'''s tally boards in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Mutem Wia}}'' || ''Mutem Wia'' is noted on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Odysseus}}'' || Named for the [[w:Odysseus|hero]] in Greek mythology who fought in the Trojan War and was the subject of Homer's epic ''[[w:Odyssey|The Odyssey]]''.
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Persephone}}'' || ''Persephone'' is noted on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II". <br/> [[w:Persephone|Persephone]] is the daughter of the goddess [[w:Demeter|Demeter]]. She is forced to marry the god of the underworld, [[w:Hades|Hades]], but Demeter works out a compromise where Persephone is allowed to return to the world of the living for a portion of the year.
|-
|''[[Picon 36]]'' || Presumed to have jumped away with the FTL-capable ships in the [[Miniseries]]
|-
|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Picon Princess}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Rhadamanthys}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star]]'' || Mentioned several times early in the series. A ship identical to its [[Original Series]] [[Rising Star (TOS)|counterpart]] can be seen in "[[Escape Velocity]]". It is not mentioned on either ''Colonial One'' or ''Galactica'''s tally boards in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Salpica}}'' || In the [[Unfinished Business (Extended Version)|extended cut]] of "[[Unfinished Business]]", the ''Salpica'' is mentioned as the ship [[Samuel Anders]] lives on after the escape from New Caprica and before moving permanently to ''Galactica''.
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Sargon}}'' || May be named after either [[w:Sargon I (Assyrian king)|Sargon I]] or [[wikipedia:Sargon II|Sargon II]], ancient Assyrian kings on Earth. Seen only on the voting tally boards in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Scorpia Traveller}}'' || After disembarking from the ''Scorpia Traveller'', a copy of the humanoid Cylon [[Aaron Doral]] evades security checkpoints, nearly succeeding in the assassination of [[William Adama]] in a suicide bombing ([[Litmus]]). The ship is not on either tally board in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Swordfish}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Tarbadek}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Tauranian Traveller}}'' || Mentioned in a deleted scene in "[[33]]". Later, its name is on the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Tora Bashiri}}'' || "Tora bashiri" is Japanese for "tiger's run." It is a term used in [[wikipedia:Iaido|Iaido]], a Japanese martial art. The ship's name is on the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Vena Capa}}'' || ''Vena Capa'' is on the master tally board on ''Galactica'', but not on the whiteboard voting tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Virga}}'' || ''Virga'' is on the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Ziusudra}}'' || On the voting tally boards on both ''Colonial One'' and ''Galactica'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II".
|}

====[[Luxury liner|Passenger and luxury liners]]====

* An unnamed [[Gemon Liners]] spaceliner ("33", "Exodus, Part II", "The Passage").
* An unnamed [[Pan Galactic]] spaceliner (Miniseries, "Exodus, Part II", "The Passage").
* An unnamed [[Saggitarian Spaceways]] spaceliner (same colour as ''[[Pyxis]]'') (Miniseries, "Revelations")
* An unnamed Saggitarian Spaceways spaceliner (deep orange coloured hull, this could be ''[[Chrion]]'') ("Guess What's Coming To Dinner?")

==== Additional ships ====
Originally

* At least seven [[Colonial Movers]] heavy transport ships
* At least seven [[mining ship]]s
* At least six ''[[Kimba Huta]]''-type transports
* At least one ''[[Gemini]]''-type heavy freighter

====Seen but unnamed====
* ''[[Five-engined vessel]]'', seen above [[Caprica City]] ([[Miniseries]]) and during the escape from [[New Caprica]] ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]])
* ''[[Wedge-shaped vessel]]'', seen briefly during the end of "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II" and throughout the fleet.
* ''[[Tubed vessel]]'', seen throughout the Fleet and jumping away from New Caprica at the end of "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II"
* ''[[Rising Star (RDM)|Rising Star type vessel]]'', a ship named ''Rising Star'' is mentioned in [[Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down]]. Rising Star type vessel is seen briefly in "[[Escape Velocity]]". Rising Star type vessel is seen briefly also in [[Sometimes a Great Notion]], [[The Face of the Enemy]], and [[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]] during ''[[Hitei Kan]]'''s mutiny. Later guided into the sun by [[Samuel T. Anders]] in [[Daybreak, Part II]]
*''[[Scylla|Scylla type vessel]]'', seen briefly in [[He That Believeth In Me]] during the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]]. Also seen briefly in [[The Ties That Bind]].
*''"[http://cnc.wikia.com/wiki/Kodiak Kodiak]"'' - seen briefly in [[Daybreak, Part II]]. The ship itself is unnamed in the episode, but clearly identifiable as the ''Kodiak'', the command ship of the GDI faction from ''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Command_%26_Conquer:_Tiberian_Sun Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun]''.

:'''Note''': Any of these vessels is probably identical to one of the mentioned only ones above.

=== Destroyed ===

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|''[[Adriatic]]'' || Unknown || [[The Passage]] || A member of the Roslin faction armed with ship-to-ship missiles ([[Home, Part I]]). Lost in transit in a [[Passage (star cluster)|star cluster]].
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| ''[[Botanical Cruiser]]'' || Agricultural and transport vessel || [[Miniseries]] || A sublight-only vessel that is destroyed by the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] after the Fall, before Roslin's fleet rendezvous with ''Galactica'' at [[Ragnar]]. An FTL-equipped vessel of the same type remains in the Fleet.
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| ''[[Carina]]'' || ''[[Flattop]]''-type salvage and repair ship || The Passage || Lost in transit in a star cluster.
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| ''[[Cloud Nine]]'' || [[Luxury liner]], civilian/government || [[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]] || Designed to mimic the environment of a habitable planet, ''Cloud Nine'' became the meeting place for the first [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] after the Fall. It is later home to legalized prostitution ([[Black Market]]) and [[Demand Peace]] ([[Epiphanies]]). The ship is destroyed by a nuclear warhead detonated by [[Gina Inviere]], resulting in the destruction of at least three other ships.
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| ''[[Daru Mozu]]'' || [[Refinery ship]] || Unknown || Damaged by a [[Demand Peace]] [[Epiphanies|suicide bomber]]. Its destruction cannot be confirmed, but the ''[[Hitei Kan]]'' is strongly implied to be the only existing refinery ship in "[[Dirty Hands]]".
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| ''[[Olympic Carrier]]'' || Luxury liner || [[33]] || Destroyed by [[Lee Adama]] and [[Kara Thrace]] after an apparent Cylon takeover.
|-
| ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'' || [[Battlestar (RDM)|Battlestar]], military || [[Exodus, Part II]]<ref>Technically, "[[Razor]]" is the last time the ship is seen, but the events of that DVD movie occur in Season 2, whereas "Exodus" is set in Season 3.</ref> || This is the last remaining [[Mercury class battlestar]]. Formerly commanded by [[Helena Cain]] ([[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]), [[Jack Fisk]] ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]) and [[Barry Garner]] ([[The Captain's Hand]]). Became the Fleet's commanding vessel while under Cain's command; lead reverted to ''Galactica'' when William Adama was promoted to admiral after Cain's death. Under the command of Lee Adama when it is destroyed during the [[Battle of New Caprica]]. ([[Exodus, Part II]]) Surviving crew absorbed by ''Galactica''.
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| ''[[Pyxis]]'' || Luxury liner || [[He That Believeth In Me]] || Commanded by Captain [[Jules Tarney]], this ship is successfully shepherded to the [[algae planet]], but later destroyed in the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]] resulting in 600 deaths.
|}

==== Additional ships ====

*The following ships are destroyed together in the ''Cloud Nine'' disaster ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]):
* One [[Colonial Movers]] ship
* A ''[[yellow vessel]]''
* A ''[[long-necked vessel]]''

== Non-canonical ==

Initially, it appears that the production did not have a master list of ships in the first season, as evidenced by the numerical discrepancies to the later retconned numbers in Season 2. The following is a list of ships that have been mentioned in deleted scenes exclusively.

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|''{{inlineref|bold=N|Coronis}}'' || ''Coronis'' is mentioned in a deleted scene in "[[Litmus]]", as a ship carrying people who are unhappy about being last in food ration distribution. However, it is not present on either the master tally board on ''Galactica'' or the whiteboard tracker on ''Colonial One'' in "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II". As ''Coronis'' has not been mentioned in any canonical capacity, it is considered totally abandoned by the producers .<br/>
In Greek mythology [[w:Coronis (Greek mythology)|Coronis]] is the name of several figures.
|}

==Demographics==
A few points of information are available concerning the demographics of the Fleet. In "[[33]]", before the destruction of the Olympic Carrier, there are 5,251 survivors from Sagittaron and 49,998 total survivors. In "[[Home, Part I]]", the [[Laura Roslin faction]] leaves the Fleet with 18,000 individuals, of which 9,500 ware Gemenese and 6,250 were Capricans. At that time the total population of the Fleet is 47,857.

This information is sparse, but it gives a general idea of the population breakdown of the Fleet if a few assumptions are made for the sake of argument.
*Note that Gemenon and Caprica have more citizens in the Roslin faction alone than Sagittaron has in the entire Fleet. The Twelve Colonies are clearly not represented in equal proportion.
*Before the destruction of the ''Olympic Carrier'', Sagittaron natives make up 10.50% of the Fleet. Solely for the purpose of argument, it is assumed that the ''Olympic Carrier'''s population breakdown was identical to the rest of the Fleet's and that Sagittaron continues to make up 10.50% of the Fleet's total population.
*The figures from the Roslin faction can be interpreted in several ways:
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:*ASSUMPTION 1: All Gemenese and Capricans jump to Kobol with the Roslin faction.
::*Caprica: 6,250 persons (13%)
::*Gemenon: 9,500 persons (20%)
::*Sagittaron: 5,026 persons (11%)
::*Others: 27,081 (57%)<br clear="both">
<div style="float:right; margin:10px">[[Image:Demographics2.png]]</div>
:*ASSUMPTION 2: All Gemenese jump to Kobol with the Roslin faction, lured by the "religion card", but the Caprican portion of the Roslin faction is representative of the Fleet.
::*Caprica: 28,204 persons (59%)
::*Gemenon: 9,500 persons (20%)
::*Sagittaron: 5,026 persons (11%)
::*Others: 5,127 persons (11%)<br clear="both">
<div style="float:right; margin:10px">[[Image:Demographics3.png]]</div>
:*ASSUMPTION 3: Caprican and Gemenese portions of the Roslin faction are representative of the Fleet.
::*Caprica: 16,617 persons (35%)
::*Gemenon: 25,258 persons (53%)
::*Sagittaron: 5,026 persons (11%)
::*Others: 956 (2%)<br clear="both">
*Although it is plausible that the Caprican population is substantially larger than the other Colonies, as ''Colonial Heavy 798'' is in the vicinity when the attack begins, and is the nucleus around which the Fleet rallies, it is unlikely that the populations of each colony are grossly unequal, or else the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] would be a very poor system of government. The likeliest scenario is therefore somewhere in between assumptions 1 and 2, with nearly all of the Gemenon population (drawn by the "religion card") and a large portion of the Caprican population leaving with Roslin.
*Alternatively, it is possible that the population of the Colonies are grossly unequal. Although the structure of the Quorum of Twelve appears to maintain at least a fiction that the Colonies are roughly equal, next to nothing is known about how the [[Government|governmental]] system of the Colonies was established or how it evolved over time. Indeed, the United States Senate, for example, by design expressly assumes that the various states constituting it are 'equal' even though this is clearly not the case in terms of their respective populations. Furthermore, the fact that a system of government is 'poor' or else not representatively proportional does not mean it cannot actually be implemented and even survive for long periods of time.

As for the population distribution, the population of several ships is known: ''Galactica'' (2,693 as of "[[Water]]"), the ''Olympic Carrier'' (1,345 as of "[[33]]"), ''Astral Queen'' (1,500 as of "[[Bastille Day]]", [[List of retcons (RDM)|retconned]] up from 500 in the Miniseries) and ''Pyxis'' (600 when destroyed in "[[He That Believeth In Me]]"). There are 176 civilians in the cargo hold of ''[[Colonial One]]'' in "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]". The Fleet is stated at about 75 ships in "[[Resistance (episode)|Resistance]]", retconned up from 40 in the Miniseries.
*Going by the 75 ship count, the remaining ships besides ''Galactica'' and the ''Astral Queen'' each carry about 600 persons on average.
*The 23 ships that leave with the [[Laura Roslin faction]], apart from the ''Astral Queen'', would have an average population of about 720 persons per ship.

The Fleet's population has declined by about 8,000 since the above.

==Notes==
*Unofficially, many viewers refer to the Fleet as the "RTF"; "Rag Tag Fleet", or more fully, "RTFF." These nicknames come from the term "Rag Tag Fugitive Fleet," a name used in the opening credits voice over of the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]] (performed by series creator [[Lorne Greene]]), describing the [[The Fleet (TOS)|civilian refugee fleet]].
* In the [[Miniseries]], astute viewers may recognize three spacecraft with notable resemblances of ships from other SF universes. The first two of these ships aren't considered a [[Canon|canonical]] part of the series or the Fleet, but their appearance adds a bit of humor and pays homage to other notable science fiction and their creative staff.
:* ''Serenity'', the central ship from the TV series ''[[Wikipedia:Firefly (TV series)|Firefly]]'' and the motion picture ''[[Wikipedia:Serenity (film)|Serenity]]'', [[:md:Image:SerenityBSGMini.JPG|appears briefly in the sky]] outside the window of a doctor's office where viewers first see [[Laura Roslin]]. The ship does not appear in the Fleet.
:* The original USS [[MemoryAlpha:USS Enterprise (NCC-1701)|''Enterprise'' (NCC-1701)]] from the original ''[[MemoryAlpha:Star Trek: The Original Series|Star Trek]]'' TV series makes a cameo in the [[:md:Image:Enterprise in fleet.jpg|last shot of the Fleet]] as [[Elosha]] chants a prayer in the memorial service near the end of the Miniseries. Look to the upper right corner for the ship in a still frame. All Season 1 [[opening credits]] use this shot, so ''Enterprise'' makes a very quick appearance with each of the first 13 episodes (This is best viewed from the [[Season 1 DVD]] set).
:*The ill-fated [[Botanical Cruiser]] in the Miniseries was added in homage to the [[Agro Ship]] from the Original Series, which in turn were the re-used models from the SF film ''[[Wikipedia:Silent Running|Silent Running]]'', a Universal/MCA movie that special effects guru [[John Dykstra]] worked on a few years prior. At least one FTL-capable version of this ship survives and exists in the Fleet ([[The Passage]]).

== References==
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==See Also==
*[[:Category:Colonial Craft|Colonial Craft]]

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Cylons (SDS)

2009-04-30T20:10:43Z

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{{separate continuity|universe=TOS|lcont=Battlestar Galactica (SDS)|cont=Singer-DeSanto continuation}}
[[Image:DeSanto Centurion.jpg|right|thumb|Conceptual drawing of a Centurion.]]

The failed 2001 [[SDS|continuation]] project to revive ''Battlestar Galactica'' sported a robotic Cylon design that was remarkably larger and more complex than the chrome costumes used for the [[Centurion (TOS)|Original Series Centurion]] from the [[Original Series]].

Conceptual drawings, created by [[Guy Dyas]], showed two Cylon models, one a soldier, the other designed as a [[Raider (TOS)|Raider]] pilot. Suit mock-ups were also created by Global Effects, Inc.

The artwork reached a mock-up stage before production was halted on the project in late 2001.

==External Links==
*[http://www.cylon.org/bsg/desanto-cylons-01.html Information, artwork and photos] of the Cylon concepts from Cylon.org

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Earth Cylon Centurion

2009-04-30T20:08:31Z

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[[File:Earth Cylon.png|250px|thumb|right|A [[Number Six|Six]] discovers the remains of an Earth Cylon Centurion]]
'''Earth Cylon Centurions''' are the models of [[Cylon]]s discovered on [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]. Some 2,000 year ago they rebelled against their [[Final Five|humanoid masters]] and instigated a nuclear war that left Earth inhospitable to life ([[Sometimes a Great Notion]]). It is unknown if any units of this type survived the conflict, but on-screen evidence suggests that this is likely not the case.

==Appearance==
*They appear to be metallic in nature, like the [[Cylon Centurion|Centurions]] of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]], but the design is markedly different.
*The unit's head bears a strong resemblance to that of the [[Cylons (SDS)|DeSanto Centurion]], and it is possible that the Earth Centurions had a similar layout. At this time, however, this is only speculative.

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Caprica (RDM)

2009-04-26T07:26:15Z

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[[Image:Caprica from Orbit.jpg|thumb|280px|Caprica, before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]].]]
'''Caprica''', a large blue-green planet, was the governmental seat of the [[Twelve Colonies of Kobol]].<ref>Until the events in the DVD release of "[[Razor]]", Caprica was the only colony ever depicted "on camera" in the Re-imagined Series. "Razor" would show planetary views of the colonies of [[Scorpia]] and [[Tauron]] (in a deleted scene), respectively.</ref> According to [[Gaius Baltar]], Caprica was the Twelve Colonies' seat of politics, culture, art, science, and learning, as well as one of the wealthiest colonies ([[Dirty Hands]]).

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==History==
Prior to the [[Articles of Colonization]], Caprica has a global government independent of the other colonies. This government was led by a [[Prime Minister]].

Approximately 58 years before the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], a militant monotheist group, the [[Soldiers of One]], detonated an explosive device aboard a train leaving [[Caprica City]]. The explosion killed several people, including [[Zoe Graystone]] and [[Tamara Adama]]. [[Caprica (series)]]

==Attack on the twelve colonies==
Caprica is devastated through massive nuclear bombardment during the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Most of the planet's human population that aren't killed by the direct bombardment would eventually die of radiation poisoning.<ref>This is verified in the special presentation "[[Battlestar Galactica: The Story So Far]]."</ref>

Some of the humans were incarcerated by the Cylons in their attempts to [[Farms|create human-Cylon offspring]]. A very small and isolated group of humans formed a [[Caprica resistance|resistance group]] that performed [[Resistance (episode)|hit-and-run attacks on Cylon installations]] and [[Downloaded|residences]] until the survivors of that resistance were [[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II|rescued]] by ''[[Galactica]]'' months later.

The few surviving smaller cities were taken over the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] who used the planet as a base of operations for a time.

Caprica, and the other occupied colonies, are later abandoned by the Cylons in their effort to find the Fleet and attempt a forced co-existence on [[New Caprica]] as benevolent dictators ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]).
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Slowly but surely, among the first two years since the nuclear bombardment, the planet's ecosystem including trees and wildlife diminished, as well as the other colonies. The planet's atmosphere changed from blue, to an unmistakeable yellow. The fate of Caprica is unknown.

== Cities ==
[[Image:CapricaCityBeforeCylonAttack.jpg|thumb|right|Caprica City in its pristine state.]]
The planet's largest population center was [[Caprica City]], which served as the seat of all three branches of the [[Government of the Twelve Colonies|Colonial Government]] and the capital of the Twelve Colonies. The city is completely destroyed in the Cylon attack on the Colonies. Caprica City is surrounded by other small towns and hamlets, such as [[Oasis]]. Another major city is [[Delphi]], famous for the [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]] and also home to a large spaceport. The Cylons spared Delphi from nuclear bombardment in order to use it as a base of operations in their occupation of the planet ([[Downloaded]]).

On their trek across Caprica, [[Karl Agathon]] and [[Sharon Valerii]] explore two [[Unnamed cities of Caprica|undestroyed and unnamed cities]].
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== Other ==

*The human [[Caprica Resistance|resistance]] cell, led by [[Samuel Anders]], operated near Delphi, having survived the nuclear attack by being in the mountains (and thus spared the initial intense radiation).
*Caprica is known for its fine Caprican cloth (which Dr. Baltar wears), [[fumarella leaf]], [[Caprican Imperial|Caprican cigars]] and art.
*A railway line can be seen below the balcony of Baltar's house on Caprica in "[[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]". What appear to be internal combustion engine powered vehicles, such as cars and trucks, appear extensively in shots of Caprica, particularly in the episode "[[Downloaded]]."

===Natives and Residents===
*The Adama Family:
**[[William Adama]] (Born in [[Qualai]])
**His wife, [[Carolanne Adama]]
**His sons, [[Lee Adama|Lee]] and [[Zak Adama|Zak]]
*Lee's fiancé [[Gianne]] (Presumed)
*[[Kara Thrace]] (Had an apartment in [[Delphi]])
*[[James McManus]] (Presumed - editor of the ''[[Caprican Times]]'')
*President [[Laura Roslin]] (Presumed)
*President [[Richard Adar]] (Presumed: was mayor of [[Caprica City]] ([[Miniseries, Night 1]]))
*The [[humanoid Cylon]] [[Aaron Doral]] claims to be from [[Oasis]].
*[[Gaius Baltar]], though a native of [[Aerelon]], moved to Caprica after his 18th birthday, turning his back on his family and heritage.
**Baltar is elected [[Quorum of Twelve]] delegate for the colony ([[Colonial Day]]). His replacement upon his appointment to the vice-president, and subsequently president, remains unnamed.

6,250 people from Caprica join the [[Laura Roslin faction]] ([[Home, Part I]]). The overall Caprican survivor population, possibly significantly greater, is unknown (see analysis [[The Fleet (RDM)#Demographics|here]]).

===Publications and Media===
*''[[Caprican Times]]''
*''[[Caprican Life]]''
*[[Caprica 5]]
*''[[Caprica Today]]''
*[[Channel 7 News]]

===Pyramid Team===
* [[Caprica Buccaneers]]

===Locations===
* [[Caprica City]]
* [[Caprica Beach]]
* [[Caprica Transfer Station]]
* [[Cobb's Point]]
* [[Delphi]]
* [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]]
* [[Martok Valley]]
* [[Oasis]]
* [[Pilgrim Bay]]
* [[Qualai]]
* [[Unnamed cities of Caprica]]

== References ==
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* See Also
** Caprica (series)|"Caprica", the proposed spin-off
** :Category:Places on Caprica|Places on Caprica
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Galactica (TRS)

2009-04-24T05:54:06Z

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:''This article discusses the [[Re-imagined Series]] battlestar. For other meanings of '''''Galactica''''', see [[Galactica (disambiguation)]].''
{{Ship Data
| image= Galactica Overview.jpg
| title= Galactica (BS 75)
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= Approximately 2,641
| length= {{Meters2Feet|1438.64}}<ref>These dimensions (in meters) were derived from the CG model and posted by [[Lee Stringer]] on the StarshipBuilder.com forums, which are no longer available. They are the most precise so far. The width with pods extended and the height are quoted here verbatim; the length was calculated by adding the posted dimension for the front of the ship (766.04m) to the posted dimension for the back (672.6m). The full set as provided by Lee Stringer is as follows: "Width (Pods out) 536.84m (Pods In) 352.34m
Engines Max 359.38m Head Max 334.58m
Length: Front (Main body) 730.65m (Antenee) 766.04m Back 672.6m
(using the center of the two arms as the middle)
Height (Armor/Mainbody) 181.825m (Details) 183.315m".</ref>
| width= {{Meters2Feet|536.84}}<ref name="podtopod">This is from flight pod to flight pod while they are extended.</ref>
| height= {{Meters2Feet|183.315}}
| co= Admiral [[William Adama]]
| xo= [[Saul Tigh]]
| role= Carrier / battleship hybrid
| weapons= As many as 514 dual point-defense [[KEW|Kinetic Energy Weapons]], 24 primary dual Kinetic Energy Weapons, at least 12 [[missile tubes]] capable of firing conventional and nuclear missiles, Vipers, Raptors
| status= Abandoned, flown into a sun with the Fleet ([[Daybreak, Part II]])
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'''''Galactica'' (BS 75)''' is a [[Galactica type battlestar|veteran battlestar]] and the last of her kind still in service with the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]] at the time of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|destruction of the Twelve Colonies]]. Built during the early days of the [[Cylon War]], she remains the only military vessel without integrated [[Computers|computer networks]]. Without networked computers, ''Galactica'' never upgrades to the new [[Command Navigation Program|integrated defense system software]] developed by Dr. [[Gaius Baltar]] and his [[Number Six|team]]. Because of this and other factors, she becomes one of only two known battlestars (the other being ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'') to survive the renewed Cylon attack on the [[Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies]]. At the time of this attack, she was part of the 75th [[Battlestar Group]] (BSG-75).

== History ==

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=== The First Cylon War ===
[[Image:Mini gal top.jpg|right|200px|thumb|A dorsal view of ''Galactica''. The starboard [[flight pod]] is covered by a window to form the [[Galactica Museum|museum area]].]]
''Galactica'' was one of the first twelve battlestars to be constructed by the Colonials, each representing one of the twelve colonies; ''Galactica'' represented [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]. As such, she is some 50 years old. While solidly built, various factors during ''Galactica's'' construction led to the shipyard "cutting corners" when she was originally built, with various components not completed to spec ([[No Exit]]). Following the outbreak of Cylon hostilities several more battlestars were built. ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> first commander was named [[Nash]].

The original battlestars were all designed with non-integrated computer systems to avoid the Cylons' demonstrated ability to override or subvert networked command and control systems early in the war ([[Miniseries]]). Rather than technological sophistication, the battlestar depended on its sheer bulk and defensive / offensive capabilities to ward off any threats to itself or the Colonies.

After the [[Final Five|rather mysterious]] Cylon [[Armistice Station|armistice]], and their withdrawal from Colonial space, ''Galactica'' and her sister ships served the Twelve Colonies in a variety of roles. While her surviving sister ships were scrapped or upgraded to match the systems capabilities of newer Colonial vessels, ''Galactica'' continued in service without her systems being fully networked or integrated, making her unique among Colonial military vessels. '' Galactica'' was relegated to intra-system duties for at least 20 years prior to her decommissioning.<ref>This is inferred by [[Saul Tigh]] in his reaction to Commander Adama's decision for a [[FTL]] jump ([[Miniseries, Night 1]]).</ref>

=== Decommissioning ===
[[Image:Ragnar Escape.jpg|200px|right|thumb|''Galactica'' provides cover for civilian ships during the [[Battle of Ragnar Anchorage]].]]
With her active career drawing to a close, a decision was taken to retire ''Galactica'' and decommission her from service. Colonial Fleet chose not to scrap her, but to turn her into a combination of living museum to the original Cylon War and an educational center, with her conversion being overseen by her final commander, [[William Adama]].

At the time of her formal decommissioning ceremony, ''Galactica'' is stripped of all but one of her operational [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] Mark VII squadrons, her munitions are destroyed, and her starboard landing pod is converted into a pressurized [[Galactica Museum|museum]] which houses (among other things) a full squadron of [[Viper Mark II|Mk. II Vipers]] as well as a Viper model that appears [[Viper (TOS)|older than the Mark II]] (Miniseries, also in deleted scenes).

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=== Return of the Cylons ===
[[Image:Mini side fleet.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''Galactica'' and the [[fleet]].]]
With the renewed and unexpected Cylon hostilities, ''Galactica'' is quickly brought back to combat condition and sorties several Mark IIs retrieved from her museum, engaging in her first battle with the Cylons in over 40 years (all but one last Mark VII squadron were sent to Caprica for reassignment). She survives a direct hit by a tactical nuclear missile, and later [[FTL|jumps]] successfully to [[Ragnar Anchorage]] to replenish her empty ammunition stores at this strategic depot.

''Galactica'' emerges from the anchorage and engages one [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] with her gun batteries, providing cover for [[The Fleet (RDM)|a fleet of 75 civilian ships]] harboring survivors of the Twelve Colonies. Once the entire civilian fleet successfully jumps away, and as a second basestar approaches to join the battle, ''Galactica'' recovers her remaining Vipers and jumps to the rendezvous point beyond the [[Red Line]], never to return to Colonial space ([[Miniseries]]).

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=== Leading a Ragtag Fleet ===
[[Image:Ep212battle.jpg|200px|right|thumb|''Galactica'' and [[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]] work together during the [[Battle of the Resurrection Ship]].]]
Since the exodus of the Colonials from their overrun homeworlds, ''Galactica'' becomes both protector and provider for the Fleet. She provides covering fire for the Fleet during Cylon attacks no fewer than 240 times ("[[33]]", "[[Act of Contrition]]"). The battlestar provides much of the Fleet with recycled water ([[Water]]) and she is the primary source of medical care, where groups of civilians are periodically brought aboard for check-ups and treatment ([[Litmus]]). ''Galactica'' also undertakes internal policing duties within the Fleet ("[[Water]]", "[[Bastille Day]]").

''Galactica'' successfully goes on the offensive against the Cylons, capturing a [[tylium]] fuel mining and processing plant in the process ([[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]).

The [[Mercury class battlestar|advanced battlestar]] ''Pegasus'', commanded by Admiral [[Helena Cain|Cain]], joins ''Galactica'' approximately 6 months into their exile (See the series [[Timeline (RDM)|timeline]] for special information about this milestone). The two battlestars destroy two [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]] as well as a critical Cylon support ship known as the [[Resurrection Ship]]. After Admiral Cain's death, President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] promotes William Adama to Admiral, restoring him to overall Fleet command, but now with two battlestars at his disposal ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).

===New Caprica===
[[Image:Leaving New Caprica.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''Galactica'', ''Pegasus'', and the orbiting fleet prior to leaving [[New Caprica]].]]
Following the founding of [[New Caprica]], ''Galactica'' is assigned to the orbital defense force that protects the planet. During this time the majority of her crew are allowed to the surface in an effort to populate the planet and restore the human race, a majority of whom are seemingly convinced that the Cylons will never find New Caprica. The diminished crew inevitably results in standard maintenance becoming overlooked or ignored; basic military responses, such as the launching of alert fighters and routine training exercises become difficult to execute. One year following the founding of New Caprica, a fleet of Cylon ships jump into orbit of the planet. Severely limited in their abilities, Admiral Adama orders the defense fleet to jump away from New Caprica along with a handful of civilian ships still in orbit of the colony. They vow to eventually return to New Caprica and liberate it from the Cylon invaders ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]).

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===[[Battle of New Caprica]]===
[[Image:BONC.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''Galactica'' takes a pounding during the [[Battle of New Caprica]].]]
Four months after their escape, ''Galactica'''s staff is still in the process of developing a rescue strategy with 16 training exercises having been completed and a 17th underway when an accident causes its early cessation ([[Occupation]]). This forces both a change in strategy and the reformulation of a rescue plan to deal with personnel who have not seen conflict in 16 months. While ''Galactica'' fights to liberate the Colonials on-planet, ''Pegasus'' is assigned to protect the remaining civilian fleet and continue its search for [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]] ("[[Precipice]]", "[[Exodus, Part I]]").

After coordinating with the [[New Caprica Resistance]], ''Galactica'' leaves ''Pegasus'' to guard the space-bound members of humanity while it uses a series of drones to misdirect the bulk of the Cylon Raiders and avoid immediate detection by baseships, thus allowing the civilians on the planet to escape to their ships and flee New Caprica.

''Galactica'' then jumps into low orbit, plummeting from an altitude of 100,000 feet. As the ship falls, Admiral Adama orders the launch of all remaining Vipers. ''Galactica'' then jumps back into orbit. In the subsequent battle with the orbiting basestars, ''Galactica'' is overtaxed, out-gunned, and faces destruction when ''Pegasus'' unexpectedly arrives. ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> salvos draw the attention of the basestars away from ''Galactica'', buying ''Galactica'' time to bring her [[FTL|FTL drives]] back on-line and escape, but at the cost of ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> destruction ([[Exodus, Part II]]).

''Galactica'' bears the scars of the battle with significant scorching and dents to the hull. Nonetheless, the battlestar remains combat ready, holding off a superior Cylon force for a short duration in the [[Battle of NCD2539]] ([[A Measure of Salvation]]), and threatening to use its nuclear arsenal twice after New Caprica ("[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", "[[Crossroads, Part II]]"). Given the loss of ''Pegasus'', ''Galactica'' now boasts a larger crew, Viper and Raptor complement, to the point where there are more pilots than there are ships to fly ([[Torn]]), although the training of new recruits is still ongoing ("[[Dirty Hands]]", "[[Crossroads]]", "[[He That Believeth in Me]]"). Further, there are various redundancies between the two crews that are appropriately dealt with (e.g. [[Lee Adama]] in a [[List of Deleted Scenes - Season 3 (RDM)|deleted scene]] from "[[Exodus, Part II]]").

In "[[A Day in the Life]]", Colonel Tigh comments that ''Galactica'' took so much damage in this battle that it would "take six weeks in dry dock just to bang out the dents". This indicates that the damage is extensive enough to require a significant amount time (probably months) for full repair, and would be unlikely to survive a massive battle again.

=== Resuming the Search for Earth ===
''Galactica'' takes aboard a significant quantity of civilians following the exodus from New Caprica, as several civilian ships are lost during the escape from the failed colony. Cramped conditions increase as crew and civilians struggle to adapt to life back aboard a ship. The civilians reside on the refurbished starboard hangar deck as a refugee camp nicknamed "[[Camp Oil Slick]]" and later "Dogsville" ("[[Torn]]", "[[The Woman King]]").

During a [[The Passage|food shortage crisis]] caused by contamination of the Fleet's food processing systems, ''Galactica'' (along with her Raptors acting as pilot ships) guides the civilian Fleet through an area of intense heat, light and radiation caused by a [[Passage (star cluster)|dense star cluster]] to reach edible resources on the [[algae planet]]. ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> heavy armor and radiation shielding protect her from the intense effects of the cluster, but the ship still suffers hull damage and decompressions.

The ship confronts a Cylon fleet and barely escapes a nova during [[Eye of Jupiter|the events over the algae planet]], jumping out at the last moment after recovering its ground teams and additional data on a way-point to Earth known to the Colonials as the [[Ionian nebula]] ("[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", "[[Rapture]]"). Repairs continue on the journey to the Ionian nebula. Damage to one particular airlock nearly causes the deaths of Galen and Cally Tyrol during what they expected to be a quick repair of a hull micro-fracture ([[A Day in the Life]]).
[[Image:BOTIM.jpg|thumb|left|200px|''Galactica'' is outnumbered during the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]].]]
When the Fleet reaches the nebula, four Cylon baseships are detected following an unexplained power outage. With the entire Fleet crippled and unable to escape, ''Galactica'' scrambles her Vipers and prepares for a lopsided fight, outnumbered and outgunned ([[Crossroads, Part II]]). During the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula|following battle]], ''Galactica'' manages to hold off the main attack of the massive Cylon attack force. Despite the damage suffered in previous engagements, the old warship wields her main guns and point defense batteries effectively again in defense of the Fleet. During the battle ''Galactica'' takes many hits while covering the Fleet although without crippling damage. Despite having the advantage, and managing to destroy or damage several civilian ships, the Cylons retreat in the middle of the battle, after detecting one of the [[Final Five]] among the Colonials ([[He That Believeth in Me]]).

''Galactica'' is once forced to prepare for a battle against the rebel [[Basestar (RDM)|Cylon basestar]], but the ''[[Demetrius]]'' arrives to defuse the situation. In the wake of the basestar disappearing from the Fleet ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]), [[Saul Tigh]] assumes command of ''Galactica'', jumping along with the Fleet ([[Sine Qua Non]]).

After [[Kara Thrace]] picks up a strange signal in [[Starbuck's Viper|her Viper]], the Colonials have a direct bearing towards Earth. Shortly later, after several years of searching, ''Galactica'' and her Fleet finally make the last jump to Earth ([[Revelations]]).

=== Post-Earth ===

After discovering [[Earth]] is a nuclear wasteland, discipline and morale on ''Galactica'' fall dramatically and the overall cleanliness of the ship suffers, e.g. outside [[CIC]], the words "Frak Earth" are spray-painted on the walls ([[Sometimes a Great Notion]]). When former deck chief [[Galen Tyrol]] disables the FTL drive, foiling the mutineers' escape with the ship, he discovers multiple tears in the chamber's walls, a sign that the aging battlestar's structural integrity is faltering ([[Blood on the Scales]]).
[[Image:Damaged Galactica.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A heavily damaged ''Galactica''.]]
A structural survey of the ship fins several torn supports and weakened areas in the hull, and a more in-depth examination finds endemic metal fatigue throughout the ship, with virtually every part of the hull riddled with small cracks and fissures.

''Galactica's'' advanced age, the corners cut during construction and the abuse it has been put through since the war started contributed to its condition. Tyrol suggests treating the damaged parts of the ship with an [[Cylon organic resin|organic Cylon resin]] from the [[Rebel Baseship]], which would fill the cracks and bear the stresses, which Adama at first refuses. However, Adama finally appreciates ''Galactica's'' dire condition when he finds a tear in a bulkhead in his quarters, and orders Tyrol to carry out his plan to repair the ship ([[No Exit]]). Tyrol later says that the resin will buy more time but the ship's integrity has been fundamentally weakened and it might not survive more FTL jumps- it is impossible to say how long she can hold. ''Galactica'' is dying of old age and accumulated battle damage.

Later ''Galactica'' is damaged even further when [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]] jumps away very close to the hull. The resulting spatial distortion of her Raptor's FTL jump causes what appears to be buckling and explosive decompression in several sections of the alligator head of ''Galactica'' on her port side ([[Someone to Watch Over Me]]). This causes a chain reaction of explosions, structural failures and power outages throughout many parts of the ship including CIC.

At first refusing to accept the reality of the ship's fate, Admiral Adama gives the emotionally painful order to stop the repairs and begin the process of abandoning ship, moving to the Rebel Baseship as the Fleet's new flagship ([[Islanded In a Stream of Stars]]).

As the ship is slowly offloaded of parts and personnel, the Admiral relents one last time, stops the scrapping of the battlestar, and calls for volunteers for what will likely be a ''Galactica's'' final mission- to get the kidnapped Hera back from Cavil's Cylon colony ([[Daybreak, Part I]]).

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=== Endgame: [[Battle of The Colony|Battle of The Colony]] ===

[[Image:Battleofthecolony.jpg|thumb|right|200px|right|''Galactica'' takes massive hits seconds after jumping to [[The Colony]].]]
With a skeleton crew and a frail battlestar, Admiral Adama executes a daring mission to rescue Hera Agathon.

''Galactica'' jumps to the Colony at point-blank range. Besieged by the Colony's gun batteries at first, the Hybrid Anders manages to take them and the Colony's Hybrids offline. As ''Galactica's'' Vipers engage incoming Raiders, her Raptors jump directly from their berth in the starboard [[flight pod]] (causing extensive damage to it) and maneuver to board the Colony.

Adama does the unbelievable: he rams ''Galactica's'' bow into the Colony, forming not only a second breech for his search teams to enter, but also forming an alternate escape route.

The rescue is successful, but ''Galactica'' is far from safe. The Raiders are still attacking the ship, destroying at least one of its remaining heavy gun batteries. The rescue teams are pursued back to ''Galactica'' by Cavil and his troops, determined to recapture Hera. Platoons of enemy Centurions swarm into the ship. Cavil personally leads an attack on CIC but is foiled.

Things appear to settle down after Cavil and Adama call a ceasefire. Cavil agrees to let ''Galactica'' leave with Hera in exchange for the information needed to bring back [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection technology]]. The Raiders return to the Colony, while the Vipers return to ''Galactica''. Unfortunately, as the Final Five begin to download their knowledge into the Colony, they are exposed to each other's secrets; Galen Tyrol learns that Tory Foster murdered his wife [[Cally Tyrol]] ([[The Ties That Bind]]). Tyrol flies into a rage and kills Foster, severing the download. Chaos ensues and the ceasefire ends. The Raiders renew their attack on the ship.

Meanwhile [[Racetrack]]'s Raptor, drifting in space after all aboard were killed, is hit by a stray asteroid, causing the Raptor to launch its nuclear missiles into the Colony. The Colony's orbit immediately decays, pulling it into the black hole--threatening to take ''Galactica'' with it. But Kara Thrace jumps the ship, using coordinates she had extrapolated from [[The Music]] at the last second.

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=== Journey's End ===
[[File:Battlestar Over Africa.jpg|thumb|left|200px|right|A crippled ''Galactica'' seen in orbit over the Sahara Desert.]]
The jump proves to be too much for the heavily weakened battlestar. ''Galactica'' experiences a series of fatal structural failures, permanently losing her FTL ability. But fears of being stranded in space are short-lived as ''Galactica'' arrives in the vicinity of a lush, blue-green habitable world, already populated by tribes of primitive humans who naturally evolved there.
[[File:The fleet's end.jpg|thumb|200px|right|''Galactica'' and her fleet heading straight into the Sun.]]
The population of the Fleet, arriving later, agree to leave their technology behind and start new lives on the planet they decide to call "[[Earth (RDM)#A New Earth|Earth]]". The Rebel Cylons also decide to stay on the planet. With this decision, the Rebel Baseship is left to the Centurions, who leave to seek out their own destiny. Anders, still acting as ''Galactica's'' Hybrid, brings the battlestar's adventures to a close as he pilots ''Galactica'' and the last ships in the Fleet into the Sun.

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== Equipment ==
Apart from any technological upgrades that may have been made to her sister ships, ''Galactica'' was built to the general technical specifications of her [[Galactica type battlestar|class]].

===Starboard Flight Pod===

The starboard landing bay is eventually restored to usable condition, evidenced when Major Lee Adama lands his Raptor in the starboard pod. However, it is possible that this is due to a previously issued quarantine order and not because the flight pod is in regular use ([[A Measure of Salvation]]). The starboard hangar deck is designated an [[Dogsville|area of refuge]] for civilians displaced from lost ships (The Woman King).

During the last mission of Galactica, this pod held a number of Raptor's ready for launch, these deployed out of the pod by FTL jump with the result that the shock waves fatally weakened the pods structure and the pod blew open to space. ([[Daybreak part 2]])

===Nuclear Warheads===
[[Image:Galactica nukes.jpg|200px|thumb|''Galactica'''s nuclear arsenal.]]
''Galactica'' has five nuclear warheads as of "[[Bastille Day]]". Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] uses one warhead to destroy the Cylon [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] orbiting Kobol ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]), and Dr. [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]] cannibalizes one to use in his [[Cylon detector]]. He later gives the warhead to [[Gina Inviere]], who detonates it aboard ''[[Cloud Nine]]''.

It is unknown how many nuclear warheads ''Pegasus'' has when it encounters ''Galactica'', but the two ships pool their nuclear ordnance stockpiles after that. As of "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]", ''Galactica'' possesses at least seven warheads ([[missile tube]]s 4 through 10).

:''The yield of these weapons is unknown. It is likely they are of a "dial a yield" design which is common in real-life nuclear weapons. Because the physics of nuclear weapon design is a measurable science, and based on the size of the weapons seen on screen, the yield of ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> weapons may lie between 5 and 150 kilotons.''<ref>This is extrapolated from the size of the weapon, compared to a modern day ([[w:W80|W80]])-class nuclear warhead used by the United States.</ref>

===Vipers===
:''For information on the fighter squadrons stationed on ''Galactica'' see: [[Squadrons of Galactica]]''

[[image:1104Tube Mini.JPG|right|thumb|200px|A [[Viper Mark II]] in a launch tube.]]
[[image:Kg zoic-studio screen-caps-065.jpg|left|thumb|200px|A [[Viper Mark VII]] in the port [[Flight pod]].]]
Prior to the arrival of ''Pegasus'', ''Galactica'' carries a maximum thirty-four Vipers, of which at least six are Mark VIIs. Following the advent of ''Pegasus'', ''Galactica'' receives supplies that aid in the repair and refurbishment of her initial fighter complement ([[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]). Some time later, new Mark VII Vipers are constructed at ''Pegasus''s' Viper construction facilities utilizing the raw ore mined in an asteroid belt ([[Scar]]), and several of those are assigned to ''Galactica''.

With ''Pegasus'' destroyed at the [[Battle of New Caprica]], ''Galactica'' absorbs the former's fighter squadrons and personnel, and her Viper complement now counts approximately 80 planes. <ref>Dialogue from "[[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]" and "[[Sine Qua Non]]" establishes that 40 Vipers have been transferred to a Cylon basestar, which comprises half the ship's air wing.</ref>

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===Raptors===
[[image:Raptor port.jpg|right|thumb|200px|A [[Raptor]].]]
The number of [[Raptor|Raptors]] available to ''Galactica'' is portrayed inconsistently. The assumption prior to joining up with ''Pegasus'' is that the battlestar has at least five Raptors, having left [[Ragnar Anchorage]] with at least eight. After the Battle of New Caprica, ''Galactica'' takes on ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> Raptors. The subsequent number of available craft is unknown, but is at least 30, considering how many Raptors are deployed to rescue to the resistance fighters on Caprica ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]) and still have enough to move people from ship to ship through out the fleet.

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===Other Craft===
[[image:Blackbird FotP.JPG|right|thumb|200px|The [[Blackbird]], a special stealth ship, was construted on ''Galactica''.]]
[[image:AtmoShutt.jpg|right|thumb|200px|One of ''Galactica'''s [[Atmospheric shuttle| shuttle]] craft.]]
*''Galactica'' possesses two [[Heavy Raider]]s. One is hit by ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s defensive fire and crashes into the starboard flight pod with unknown, but probably extensive, damage ([[Scattered]]). The other returns in operational status from [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] ([[Home, Part I]]). One of these Heavy Raiders is relieved of its FTL navigation system for use on the rescue mission to Caprica ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part I]]).
* A Raider from the first Cylon War may be on board ''Galactica'' after one follows Starbuck into one of ''Pegasus''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> landing bays and is shot down ([[Razor]]). A Cylon War era Raider, or at least a replica of one, was present in the [[Galactica Museum]], but has not been mentioned since.
*A second [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raider]] comes into ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> possession after [[Daniel Novacek]]'s "escape" from a basestar, replacing the one retrieved by [[Kara Thrace]] and lost during the quest for the [[Arrow of Apollo]] ([[Hero]]).
*An experimental stealth fighter, the [[Blackbird]], is constructed using spare parts ([[Flight of the Phoenix]]) and used in a critically successful reconnaissance mission to explore the nature of what comes to be known as the [[Resurrection Ship]]. The Blackbird is destroyed after completing its [[Battle of the Resurrection Ship|first combat mission]] ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).
*''Galactica'' possesses [[fuel tanker]]s used to supply fuel to Vipers and Raptors in flight without the need to dock with the ship. These may be dedicated craft or specially fitted shuttles or Raptors ([[Occupation]]).

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== Crew ==
:''For information on Senior Staff, see : [[Senior Staff of Galactica]]''
:''For a list of pilots, see: [[List of Pilots]]''
:''For a list of deckhands, see: [[List of deckhands]]''
:''For a list of marines, see: [[Colonial Marine Corps]]''

Before the attack, ''Galactica'' has approximately 2,900 crewmen. By the time of the arrival of ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'', attrition has reduced this number to about 2,660. (c.f. [[Crew tally]])
It is unknown whether the Colonial Marines account for members or not.
*Between "[[Act of Contrition]]" and "[[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]" ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> offensive capability is also greatly hampered by the number of [[List of Pilots|qualified pilots]] available, and their lack of flight simulators with which to train more. Since ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> reunion with ''Pegasus'', this has ceased to be an issue ([[Scar]]).

==Related Imagery==
<gallery perrow="5">
Image:Galactica Ortho copy.jpg|''Galactica'' - [[Zoic]] rendering    
Image:BSG Ortho Bottom.jpg|''Galactica'' - Zoic rendering    
Image:Kg cg ns galactica-049.jpg|''Galactica'''s front - Zoic
Image:Battlestar stern.jpg|''Galactica'''s stern.
Image:Cylon War-era Galactica, "Razor" Flashback 1.jpg|''Galactica'' in the [[Razor]] Flashbacks.
Image:Bsg damaged.jpg|''Galactica'' with battle damage.
Image:Galactica - flight pods retracted.jpg|''Galactica'' with flight pods retracted.
Image:BSG landing alcove.jpg|''Galactica'' landing alcove.
Image:Battered Battlestar.jpg|Bow view of ''Galactica''.
Image:Pointdefence2 101 1080i.jpg|''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> point defense batteries in action    
Image:Galactica fights off missile salvos.jpg|''Galactica'' establishes a defense perimeter.
Image:Raptor scramble.jpg|''Galactica'' scrambles [[Viper]]s and [[Raptor]]s.
Image:Colony Breech.jpg|''Galactica'' rams herself into [[The Colony]].
Image:Img0059.jpg|''Galactica'''s main batteries.
Image:Galactia's end.jpg|''Galactica'' and the Fleet depart for the sun, with the African continent in the background.
Image:CIC Overview 1.jpg|''Galactica'''s CIC.
Image:Cicweaponscontrol1.jpg|Weapon's control.
Image:Cictacticalstation1.jpg|Tactical station.
Image:Cic commstation.jpg|Communications.
Image:The Mess.jpg|The Officers' mess hall.
Image:Porthangardeck.jpg|The port hangar bay on ''Galactica''.
Image:DutyLocker.jpg|Crew quarters.
Image:GalacticaInterior Sickbay1.jpg|Sickbay
Image:Galactica Museum, "Daybreak, Part II".jpg| The ''Galactica'' museum in the starboard flight pod.
Image:Galactica corridor.jpg|The "A-shaped" corridors.
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== See also ==
*[[Galactica crew facilities (RDM)|Galactica crew facilities]]
*[[:Category:Galactica Areas (RDM)|Galactica Areas]]

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:''This article is about the basestars as seen in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. For the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]] version, see [[Basestar (TOS)]].''

A '''basestar''' (known interchangeably as a "baseship") is the most prominent example of the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] military presence. As the capital ship of the Cylons, the basestar appears in three forms in the [[Re-imagined Series]].

== Modern basestar ==
{{Ship Data
| image= Basestar.jpg
| title= Modern basestar
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= [[Humanoid Cylon]]s, [[Cylon Centurion]]s, the [[Hybrid]]
| role= Carrier / battleship hybrid
| weapons= Nuclear and conventional missiles, Raiders, [[Heavy Raider]]s
| width={{Meters2Feet|1030.69}}<ref>The following was posted by [[Lee Stringer]] on StarshipBuilder.com forums, which are no longer available: "Width: 1030.69m Length: 856.1m (two arm side) + 1039.87m (single arm side) Height: 132.586m (Each Piece), 265.172m Total". Because of its ratio to the stated width, the overall length must have been measured on one of the three-arm pieces, meaning the full ship is slightly longer.</ref>
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The modern basestars, seen some 40 years after the end of the [[Cylon War]], are approximately the same size as a Colonial battlestar but appear to be more technologically advanced <ref>The official SciFi.com website indicates that basestars "dwarf" a battlestar. However, aired information in season 3, which shows ''Galactica'' and ''Pegasus'' in close proximity to a basestar, contradict SciFi.com's information.</ref>. The shape of the newer basestar reflects its name, with two Y-shaped hulls attached at their centers by a single pylon, the warship has a distinctive "star" shape.

They are equipped with a superior [[FTL|jump system]] and no visible means of [[sublight propulsion]], lacking any engine pods or nacelles, but remain capable of chasing down a battlestar ([[Exodus, Part II]]).

Basestars operate a fleet of small fighters, known as [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]], and are capable of deploying hundreds of these ships simultaneously (see [[#Related Imagery|Related Imagery]]). The enormous amount of Raiders serve as a basestar's primary defense system.

Like the Raiders, the basestars are partially organic, which is particularly evident in their landing bays ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]). When severely damaged, they can sustain large, fleshy [[:image:Basestar fleshy wound.jpg|"wounds"]] ([[Faith]]). Moreover, [[Natalie]] mentions that their damaged baseship can heal itself ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

The baseships possess several conventional rooms and hallways, which are sleek but generally bland. Lighting plays a large role in the aesthetics and some rooms are furnished with clearly human objects, such as beds and couches. Humanoid Cylons [[Projection|project different surroundings]] to navigate ship corridors more easily, and to provide them with an individually pleasing environment (such as a lush forest). Data and other functions (such as analyzing visual information) are handled within a liquid computer interface that resembles a stream of water flowing over a luminous glass surface. Cylons can [[Data-font|interact with the main computer by placing their hands in these basins]] ([[Torn]]).

===Command and Control===
[[Image:Basestarcontol_306_720p.png|thumb|left|Baseship control room ([[Torn]]).]]
A basestar is operated by many [[humanoid Cylon]]s. Up to [[Torn|all seven models]] of them issue commands for the basestar from a central command and control center. Consensus amongst models is the typical procedure, as such the process of deliberation and voting on decisions may cause the basestar to react more slowly than a battlestar's command and control in a [[CIC]].

A basestar's functions are managed by a partially humanoid Cylon incorporated into the ship, known as a [[Hybrid]]. The Hybrid, for all respects of identity and control, ''is'' the basestar. The ship is an extension of her body and she is the ship's mind. The Hybrid, despite its humanoid appearance, is not a considered a fellow humanoid Cylon and lacks voting power as other agents have in Cylon affairs.

A basestar has a [[datastream]], or computer network, which interfaces with the Hybrid and all aspects of the basestar's operation.

===Armaments===
[[Image:Basestar fires missiles, "He That Believeth In Me".jpg|thumb|left|Basestar launching missiles ([[He That Believeth In Me]]).]]
A basestar is capable of launching conventional or nuclear missiles from 220 turret launchers mounted throughout the arms and central axis <ref>[http://www.galacticabbs.com/index.php?autocom=gallery Season 3 (Collaborators) and onward]</ref><ref>[http://darthmojo.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/baseship_wallpaper.jpg]</ref> that pivot to allow the basestar to fire in any direction<ref>Intelligence Debrief: Cylon Basestar, "Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine", June/July 2006, page 56.</ref>. Basestar-launched nuclear strikes against Colonial ships are usually carried out before Raider deployment. One example of a Cylon nuclear attack involved three Cylon basestars that [[Battle of the Binary Star System|ambush]] the battlestar ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]''. They open their attack firing several nuclear missiles before deploying Raiders and switching to a non-nuclear salvo ([[The Captain's Hand]]).

A basestar's complement of Raiders is estimated as high as 792 fighters<ref>Intelligence Debrief: Cylon Basestar, "Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine", June/July 2006, page 56.</ref>, not counting fighters in repair or otherwise off-line. It should be noted that there are a total of 864 Raider launch slots on the arms of a pre-retconned Basestar. <ref>[http://www.modelermagic.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/kg_cg_ns_basestar-067.jpg multiply total by two]</ref> In comparison, the retconned Basestar has only 434 Raider launch slots, a dramatic decrease from the previous version.<ref>[http://www.galacticabbs.com/index.php?autocom=gallery&req=si&img=149903 larger section, multiply by 2: 5 rows of 17 slots, and 2 rows of 7 slots]</ref><ref>[http://www.galacticabbs.com/index.php?autocom=gallery&req=si&img=131194 smaller section, multiply by 4: 59 total slots]</ref>

This tactic, along with the massive amounts of Raiders that a basestar can unleash, suggest a reliance on overwhelming force to destroy a foe. It is probable that basestars use nuclear weapons to destroy the bulk of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]] (using their [[CNP]] back-doors to compromise their defenses first) in the opening wave of their [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|destruction of the Colonies]].

After the Colonial commanders draw away their Raider wings, [[Battle of the Resurrection Ship|two basestars are torn apart]] by the kinetic guns of the battlestars ''Pegasus'' and ''Galactica'' in a joint mission to destroy a Cylon [[Resurrection Ship]]. It would seem that that basestars rely heavily on their Raiders for close-range gun defense. Since a basestar does not appear to have point-defense batteries, or heavy armoring<ref>Intelligence Debrief: Cylon Basestar, "Battlestar Galactica: The Official Magazine", June/July 2006, page 57.</ref>, it seems quite vulnerable to battlestars in close-range combat when fighter support is not prominent ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).

=== Notes ===
*Beginning with the episode "[[Collaborators]]", a [[:Image:Change.jpg|new exterior design]] is used for the basestars, bearing a sharper, more mechanical look than they previously had. This was apparently an upgrade by the visual effects crew to make the exterior reflect the interior design, which is seen for the first time in that episode.
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== Cylon War-era basestar ==

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| title= Cylon War-era basestar
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type= Military
| ftl= Unknown
| crew= [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Centurions]]
| role= Carrier / battleship hybrid
| weapons= Nuclear and conventional missiles, [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]]
| img= Y
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The basestars in service during the 12-year Cylon War consisted of two flattened cones connected at the center by a thick pylon, giving them a conical saucer-like appearance<ref>This basestar design seen in the [[Miniseries]] and later in "[[Razor]]" is an obvious homage to the [[Basestar (TOS)|basestar]] seen in the [[Original Series]]. However, its weaponry (if not also its [[Imperious Leader|command structure]]) is markedly different than its 1978 counterpart per the "realistic" goals of [[Ron Moore]]'s essay on [[Naturalistic science fiction]] in ''Battlestar''.</ref> ([[Razor Flashbacks]]).

[[Image:Basestarinmuseum.jpg|thumb|left|A model of a Cylon War-era basestar on display in the defunct museum.]]
Much like its modern counterpart, this model utilized chemically-propelled missiles (with both nuclear and standard warheads) as the main form of offensive weaponry. Raiders were deployed from access points (totaling 8 in number) throughout a basestar's hull to provide defense.

During [[Operation Raptor Talon]], the battlestar ''[[Columbia (RDM)|Columbia]]'' was destroyed by basestar missiles and Raider attacks as ''[[Galactica]]'' and another unnamed battlestar pressed their assaults.

The origins of the initial basestars are unclear. However, as [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons were a creation of man]] in the early days before the war, it is probable that man himself (through the efforts of various [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|colonies]]) designed the various ships and weapons used by the Cylons for the use in intra-colonial wars prior to the [[Articles of Colonization]].

A model of this basestar design is displayed over 40 years later on ''Galactica'', as part of its [[Galactica Museum|planned museum]] ([[Miniseries, Night 1]]).

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== Guardian basestar ==
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| title= Guardian basestar
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Cylon Centurions]], the [[first Hybrid]]
| role= Carrier / battleship hybrid
| weapons= 36 twin missile tube mountings <ref>[http://www.galacticabbs.com/index.php?autocom=gallery&req=sc&cat=187&sort_key=caption&order_key=ASC&prune_key=*&st=4384 Images are in the middle of the page and clearly show missle launchers.]</ref>, First Cylon War-era Raiders
| status= Destroyed
}} {{mainarticle|Guardian basestar}}
Towards the end of the first Cylon War, the Cylons built a prototype basestar that had roughly the same shape as the modern basestar. The [[First Hybrid|first hybrids]] were developed for use with this model.

[[Image:Gardian basestar.jpg|thumb|left|The Guardian basestar taking off from an [[ice planet]] ([[Razor Flashbacks]]).]]
It is explained by [[Sharon Agathon|Athena]] that a group of Centurions calling themselves [[Guardians]] fractured from the Cylon majority with such a basestar. The belief is that they escaped to the far reaches of space to avoid being shut-down in favor of their modernized, non-sentient [[Cylon Centurion|successors]] ([[Razor]]). The only basestar of this type known to exist was destroyed by Colonial forces shortly after its discovery.
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== Rebel basestar ==
{{Ship Data
| image= Rebellen Basisstern.jpg
| title= Rebel basestar
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= [[Humanoid Cylon]]s, [[Cylon Centurion]]s, the [[Hybrid]]
| role= Carrier / battleship hybrid
| weapons= Nuclear and conventional missiles, [[Heavy Raider]]s, at least 3 Raiders
| status= Under repairs from serious damage, allied with [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
| img=
}} {{mainarticle|Rebel basestar}}

This basestar belongs to the rebel Cylon faction comprising of all [[Number Two|Two]], [[Number Six|Six]] and [[Number Eight|Eight]] models apart from [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]], as well as the last remaining [[Number Three|Three]] copy later on. The basestar becomes seriously damaged after the other three models wanted them wiped out and destroyed all but one basestar, which has become refuge to the surviving Twos, Sixes and Eights ([[The Ties That Bind]]).

The basestar is later found by the ''[[Demetrius]]'' and her crew, who have been searching for [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], and they send the basestar to [[The Fleet (RDM)|the fleet]], where they form an unsteady alliance to destroy the [[Resurrection Hub]], and hence lose the Cylons' ability to [[resurrection|resurrect]]. However, the basestar becomes the only ship to make it there, after the [[Hybrid]] jumps without the fleet, but later manages to destroy the Hub with the help of the Humans in the ship, as well as retreive the last Three copy ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]], [[The Hub]]).

After returning to the fleet in a succesfully mission, they join the fleet to Earth, only to find it in ruins. The basestar is later invited to join the fleet to find a new home afterwards ([[Sometimes a Great Notion]]).

It has since joined the fleet completly, even getting it's own representation in the new Quorum of Ship's Captians and being slated to act as the new flagship under Admiral Adama's command once ''Galactica'' is scrapped for parts (the Cylons offered that to Admiral Adama).
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== Related Imagery ==

<gallery>Image:Baseship, hornet nest.jpg|[[Cylon Raider|Raiders]] being released ([[Scattered]]).
Image:Baseships over Caprica.jpg|Trio of basestars over Caprica ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).
Image:Dyingbasestar_306_720p.png|A basestar infected by a deadly [[Lymphocytic encephalitis|virus]] ([[Torn]]).
Image:Operation Raptor Talon.jpg|[[Operation Raptor Talon]] at the end of the first Cylon War ([[Razor]]).
Image:Basestar Interior 1.jpg|Baltar and a Three in a room on a basestar (Torn).
Image:Basestar Interior 2.jpg|Baltar and a Three in a corridor ([[The Passage]]).
Image:Basestar Interior 3.jpg|A basestar's hangar bay (Torn).
Image:Cylon membrane hatch.jpg|A membrane covers a mechanical-looking hatch of a Cylon docking slip ([[Faith]]).</gallery>

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Cylon Centurion

2009-03-30T20:29:40Z

Helo87: /* Offensive Capabilities */

: ''For information on the Centurions from the [[Original Series]], see [[Centurion (TOS)]].''

[[Image:Cylon Centurion, "The Hub".jpg|210px|thumb|right|Centurion, warrior of the Cylon army.]]

The '''Cylon Centurion''' is a fully armored, metallic automaton that functions as the basic foot-soldier of the Cylon ground forces.

==Overview==
[[Image:Cylon Centurion, "Six of One".jpg|thumb|right|Centurion with projectile weapon activated.]]

Introduced sometime after the initial [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] conflict, the modern Centurion appears to be a significant evolution of the [[Cylon War]]-era [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Centurion]].

Modern Centurions serve a variety of functions within the Cylon hierarchy, acting as guards, soldiers, executioners and even gardeners. "Bullethead", "clanker" and "chrome job" are common Colonial nicknames for these advanced and deadly Cylon constructs ("[[Downloaded]]", "[[Rapture]]", ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance]]''). They are also referred to as "toasters" - the common Colonial nickname (or epithet) for the Cylon race as a whole ([[Miniseries]]).

Although Centurions are sentient by design, an [[telencephalic inhibitor|implant]] annuls their higher cognitive functions and prevents them from exercising full self-awareness ("[[Six of One]]"). It also appears that this implant precludes them from harming any of the [[humanoid Cylon]]s, except by explicit order ("[[Hero]]"). According to [[Sharon Agathon]], this was done to prevent a rebellion akin to the one that started the first Cylon War ([[Razor]]).

Centurions are unable to distinguish one copy of [[humanoid Cylon]] from another ("[[Precipice]]"). Whether Centurions are able to recognize members of the [[Final Five]] - like [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] are able to - is unknown. It should be noted, however, that prior to the [[Crossroads, Part II|activation]] of said models, Centurions directly engaged at least two of these individuals in combat ("[[The Farm]]", "[[Fragged]]").

[[Image:Centurions man baseship, "Daybreak, Part II".jpg|thumb|left|Centurions depart Earth aboard the former Rebel basestar.]]

During the [[Cylon Civil War]], rebel Cylon leader [[Natalie]] removed the telencephalic implant of the Centurions under her command. Once the device was removed, the Centurions gained the ability to reason for themselves and subsequently turned against the rival humanoid models ("[[Six of One]]").

Self-aware Centurions operating aboard the [[Rebel basestar|Rebel Cylon]] [[basestar (RDM)|basestar]] within the human [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], cooperated with [[Colonials (RDM)|Colonial]] forces to rescue [[Hera]] from the [[The Colony|Cylon Colony]]. Distinguished by red stripes painted accross their armour, these Centurions operated as assault troops under the command of [[Lee Adama]]. During the conflict, "Red Stripes" battled other modern Centurions as well as older models living on the Colony since the first Cylon War. Following the destruction of the Colony and the discovery of "[[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]", the Centurions were given command of the Rebel basestar and set free by [[Ellen Tigh]] and [[William Adama|Admiral William Adama]] ("[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

==Design==
[[Image:Cylon Centurion New 002.jpg|thumb|right|A Cylon Centurion up close.]]

The newer Centurions are more agile than their predecessors, being capable of extremely fast [[w:bipedal locomotion|bipedal locomotion]]. Their hands have four long multi-jointed claws that can be retracted into smooth-tipped fingers of human proportions to handle more delicate objects ("[[Valley of Darkness]]", "[[No Exit]]"). Additionally, their legs are powerful enough to allow for a jump height of several meters.

It is unknown whether Centurions can "speak" to other Cylons - though they likely communicate with each other via a wireless network, making verbal speech unnecessary. They can, however, hear and respond to verbal commands from the humanoid Cylons ("[[Hero]]").

Some versions of the Centurion wield markedly improved armor. A squadron of Centurions that boarded ''[[Galactica]]'' were unaffected by standard weaponry, being subdued only by armor-piercing explosive rounds ("[[Valley of Darkness]]"). Others appear to be constructed from an alloy that is much lighter than that used in earlier models. During combat aboard the Colony, loyalist Centurions of the newer type were cut down by Colonial fire more forcefully than the earlier 0005 models ("[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

The Centurions that [[Karl Agathon|Helo]] encountered on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] reacted more slowly, behaved less intelligently, and were more easily destroyed by small-arms fire. However, if one takes into consideration the overall plan that the Cylons had for Helo and Sharon Agathon, it may be surmised that these variants were intended to inflict psychological, rather than physical harm. Conversely, Centurions seen on [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] displayed an increased group intelligence, working together to construct an anti-aircraft battery from parts of their [[Heavy Raider]] ("[[Fragged]]").

==Offensive Capabilities==
[[Image:Centurions vs. Centurions, "Daybreak, Part II".jpg|thumb|right|Modern Centurions battle Cylon War-era models]]
The modern Centurion can effectively oppose a squad of Colonial soldiers by means of various combat systems. Long, talon-like fingers act as bladed weapons during close-combat, and fold back to reveal a three-barreled automatic [[KEW|projectile weapon]] which may be used in fire-fights.

In addition to these built-in weapons, Centurions are capable of carrying larger, more powerful weapons not integrated into their systems, such as mortars and missile launchers. In "[[Razor]]", one Centurion boarding ''Pegasus'' carries a large, and likely powerful, rifle in its hands.

==Cinematic Notes==
The creators of the re-imagined series decided that using actors in an elaborate robot outfit (as was done in the Original Series) would detract from the realism of the show. As such, the production made use of computer-generated Centurions in place of actors.

Inaugural director [[Michael Rymer]] originally wanted the Centurion to blend into the background (so as not to detract from the live-actor performances), but its design proved eye-catching, and the robot became a central addition to many scenes. These virtual Cylons were designed with full articulation in the hands and joints for realism, and were initially animated with more human movements, such as swaggering. However, these movements did not complement the robotic attitude that the writers wanted to convey, and were later discarded.

When filming a scene that will later have virtual Cylon warriors inserted, a life-size cardboard stand-in is used for framing purposes. The stand-in gives the camera operator an idea of how much space to leave in the frame, and the animators a reference on how big the Centurions should be. The stand-in is removed so when shooting begins, the actors are reacting to an empty space. This minimizes the amount of work VFX must do to add a Centurion to the shot.

As of "[[Faith]]", a [[:image:Centurion retcon.jpg|new model]] has been used to depict the Centurion.The new version features a bulkier head with sleeker lines and significantly sharpened cheek bones, separated collar and shoulder pieces, as well as an increased level of detail and flexibility over the entirety of its body.Though originally considered a retcon of the older model, there is evidence that this may not be the case. The previous design can be seen once more during the battle of the Colony, occasionally in the same shot as the newer variant ([[Daybreak, Part II]]).

== Related Imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:Cylon Centurion New 001.jpg|A blood-stained Centurion in action during the boarding of ''Galactica'' ([[Valley of Darkness]]).
Image:Centz.jpg|Centurion guard on New Caprica ([[Occupation]]).
Image:Centurion on Pegasus.jpg|Centurion aboard ''Pegasus'' ([[Razor]]).
Image:CenturionMortar.jpg|Centurions carrying mortars ([[The Eye of Jupiter]]).
Image:Centurion on Kobol.jpg|Centurion on Kobol ([[Fragged]]).
Image:CylonAAU.jpg|An improvised anti-aircraft missile launcher (Fragged).
Image:CenturionGun.jpg|A Centurion carrying a large gun (Razor).
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Cylon Centurion

2009-03-30T12:55:13Z

Helo87: General upkeep, as well as removal of speculation and redundant lines.

: ''For information on the Centurions from the [[Original Series]], see [[Centurion (TOS)]].''

[[Image:Cylon Centurion, "The Hub".jpg|210px|thumb|right|Centurion, warrior of the Cylon army.]]

The '''Cylon Centurion''' is a fully armored, metallic automaton that functions as the basic foot-soldier of the Cylon ground forces.

==Overview==
[[Image:Cylon Centurion, "Six of One".jpg|thumb|right|Centurion with projectile weapon activated.]]

Introduced sometime after the initial [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] conflict, the modern Centurion appears to be a significant evolution of the [[Cylon War]]-era [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Centurion]].

Modern Centurions serve a variety of functions within the Cylon hierarchy, acting as guards, soldiers, executioners and even gardeners. "Bullethead", "clanker" and "chrome job" are common Colonial nicknames for these advanced and deadly Cylon constructs ("[[Downloaded]]", "[[Rapture]]", ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance]]''). They are also referred to as "toasters" - the common Colonial nickname (or epithet) for the Cylon race as a whole ([[Miniseries]]).

Although Centurions are sentient by design, an [[telencephalic inhibitor|implant]] annuls their higher cognitive functions and prevents them from exercising full self-awareness ("[[Six of One]]"). It also appears that this implant precludes them from harming any of the [[humanoid Cylon]]s, except by explicit order ("[[Hero]]"). According to [[Sharon Agathon]], this was done to prevent a rebellion akin to the one that started the first Cylon War ([[Razor]]).

Centurions are unable to distinguish one copy of [[humanoid Cylon]] from another ("[[Precipice]]"). Whether Centurions are able to recognize members of the [[Final Five]] - like [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] are able to - is unknown. It should be noted, however, that prior to the [[Crossroads, Part II|activation]] of said models, Centurions directly engaged at least two of these individuals in combat ("[[The Farm]]", "[[Fragged]]").

[[Image:Centurions man baseship, "Daybreak, Part II".jpg|thumb|left|Centurions depart Earth aboard the former Rebel basestar.]]

During the [[Cylon Civil War]], rebel Cylon leader [[Natalie]] removed the telencephalic implant of the Centurions under her command. Once the device was removed, the Centurions gained the ability to reason for themselves and subsequently turned against the rival humanoid models ("[[Six of One]]").

Self-aware Centurions operating aboard the [[Rebel basestar|Rebel Cylon]] [[basestar (RDM)|basestar]] within the human [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]], cooperated with [[Colonials (RDM)|Colonial]] forces to rescue [[Hera]] from the [[The Colony|Cylon Colony]]. Distinguished by red stripes painted accross their armour, these Centurions operated as assault troops under the command of [[Lee Adama]]. During the conflict, "Red Stripes" battled other modern Centurions as well as older models living on the Colony since the first Cylon War. Following the destruction of the Colony and the discovery of "[[Earth (RDM)|Earth]]", the Centurions were given command of the Rebel basestar and set free by [[Ellen Tigh]] and [[William Adama|Admiral William Adama]] ("[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

==Design==
[[Image:Cylon Centurion New 002.jpg|thumb|right|A Cylon Centurion up close.]]

The newer Centurions are more agile than their predecessors, being capable of extremely fast [[w:bipedal locomotion|bipedal locomotion]]. Their hands have four long multi-jointed claws that can be retracted into smooth-tipped fingers of human proportions to handle more delicate objects ("[[Valley of Darkness]]", "[[No Exit]]"). Additionally, their legs are powerful enough to allow for a jump height of several meters.

It is unknown whether Centurions can "speak" to other Cylons - though they likely communicate with each other via a wireless network, making verbal speech unnecessary. They can, however, hear and respond to verbal commands from the humanoid Cylons ("[[Hero]]").

Some versions of the Centurion wield markedly improved armor. A squadron of Centurions that boarded ''[[Galactica]]'' were unaffected by standard weaponry, being subdued only by armor-piercing explosive rounds ("[[Valley of Darkness]]"). Others appear to be constructed from an alloy that is much lighter than that used in earlier models. During combat aboard the Colony, loyalist Centurions of the newer type were cut down by Colonial fire more forcefully than the earlier 0005 models ("[[Daybreak, Part II]]").

The Centurions that [[Karl Agathon|Helo]] encountered on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] reacted more slowly, behaved less intelligently, and were more easily destroyed by small-arms fire. However, if one takes into consideration the overall plan that the Cylons had for Helo and Sharon Agathon, it may be surmised that these variants were intended to inflict psychological, rather than physical harm. Conversely, Centurions seen on [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] displayed an increased group intelligence, working together to construct an anti-aircraft battery from parts of their [[Heavy Raider]] ("[[Fragged]]").

==Offensive Capabilities==
[[Image:Centurions vs. Centurions, "Daybreak, Part II".jpg|thumb|right|Modern Centurions battle Cylon War-era models]]
The modern Centurion can effectively combat a squad of Colonial soldiers by means of various combat systems. Long, talon-like fingers act as bladed weapons during close-combat, and fold back to reveal a three-barreled automatic [[KEW|projectile weapon]] which may be used in fire-fights.

In addition to these built-in weapons, Centurions are capable of carrying larger, more powerful weapons not integrated into their systems, such as mortars and missile launchers. In "[[Razor]]", one Centurion boarding ''Pegasus'' carries a large, and likely powerful, rifle in its hands.

==Cinematic Notes==
The creators of the re-imagined series decided that using actors in an elaborate robot outfit (as was done in the Original Series) would detract from the realism of the show. As such, the production made use of computer-generated Centurions in place of actors.

Inaugural director [[Michael Rymer]] originally wanted the Centurion to blend into the background (so as not to detract from the live-actor performances), but its design proved eye-catching, and the robot became a central addition to many scenes. These virtual Cylons were designed with full articulation in the hands and joints for realism, and were initially animated with more human movements, such as swaggering. However, these movements did not complement the robotic attitude that the writers wanted to convey, and were later discarded.

When filming a scene that will later have virtual Cylon warriors inserted, a life-size cardboard stand-in is used for framing purposes. The stand-in gives the camera operator an idea of how much space to leave in the frame, and the animators a reference on how big the Centurions should be. The stand-in is removed so when shooting begins, the actors are reacting to an empty space. This minimizes the amount of work VFX must do to add a Centurion to the shot.

As of "[[Faith]]", a [[:image:Centurion retcon.jpg|new model]] has been used to depict the Centurion.The new version features a bulkier head with sleeker lines and significantly sharpened cheek bones, separated collar and shoulder pieces, as well as an increased level of detail and flexibility over the entirety of its body.Though originally considered a retcon of the older model, there is evidence that this may not be the case. The previous design can be seen once more during the battle of the Colony, occasionally in the same shot as the newer variant ([[Daybreak, Part II]]).

== Related Imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:Cylon Centurion New 001.jpg|A blood-stained Centurion in action during the boarding of ''Galactica'' ([[Valley of Darkness]]).
Image:Centz.jpg|Centurion guard on New Caprica ([[Occupation]]).
Image:Centurion on Pegasus.jpg|Centurion aboard ''Pegasus'' ([[Razor]]).
Image:CenturionMortar.jpg|Centurions carrying mortars ([[The Eye of Jupiter]]).
Image:Centurion on Kobol.jpg|Centurion on Kobol ([[Fragged]]).
Image:CylonAAU.jpg|An improvised anti-aircraft missile launcher (Fragged).
Image:CenturionGun.jpg|A Centurion carrying a large gun (Razor).
</gallery>

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Telamont Building

2009-03-08T22:30:23Z

Helo87: I think one pic is sufficient.

[[Image:TelamontBuilding(close).jpg|thumb|right|Telamont, as viewed from the foothills near Delphi.]]
The '''Telamont Building''' is a prominent landmark of [[Delphi]] that survived the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. [[Karl Agathon|Helo]] identifies the city in by recognizing this building. It appears to tower over the other structures in the vicinity, and lies in proximity to a large body of water - probably a lake ([[Colonial Day]]).

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The Colony

2009-03-07T23:58:19Z

Helo87: Added gallery.

{{Ship Data
| image=Cylon World-Ship (The Colony).jpg
| title= The Colony
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= [[Humanoid Cylon]]s, [[Cylon Centurion]]s
| role= Cylon Homeworld
| weapons= [[Raiders (RDM)|Raiders]], Cylon War-Era Raiders
| img=
}}

'''The Colony'''<ref>Jane Espenson referred to this place as "The Colony" in an interview with the Chicago Tribune, and hinted that it is not necessarily a literal colony.</ref> is a large biomechanical structure similar in composition to the [[Basestar (RDM)|Basestars]]. After the [[Cimtar Peace Accord|armistice]], the [[Final Five]] and the [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Centurions]] retreated to this place, which is analogous to a spaceborne Cylon homeworld ([[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]).

It is also the place where [[Ellen Tigh]] supposedly stored her [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection]] research equipment ([[No Exit]]).

Prior to the Cylon civil war, Cavil kept the Colony secret ([[No Exit]]). Cavil moved the Colony shortly before the start of the Cylon civil war, indicating that the structure is FTL-capable ([[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]).

== Related Imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:Cylon World-Ship (Interior).jpg|Older-model Raiders within the Colony ([[Islanded In A Stream Of Stars]]).
</gallery>

== References ==
<div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div>

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The Colony

2009-03-07T23:50:34Z

Helo87: added pic

{{Ship Data
| image=Cylon World-Ship (The Colony).jpg
| title= The Colony
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= [[Humanoid Cylon]]s, [[Cylon Centurion]]s
| role= Cylon Homeworld
| weapons= [[Raiders (RDM)|Raiders]], Cylon War-Era Raiders
| img=
}}

'''The Colony'''<ref>Jane Espenson referred to this place as "The Colony" in an interview with the Chicago Tribune, and hinted that it is not necessarily a literal colony.</ref> is a large biomechanical structure similar in composition to the [[Basestar (RDM)|Basestars]]. After the [[Cimtar Peace Accord|armistice]], the [[Final Five]] and the [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Centurions]] retreated to this place, which is analogous to a spaceborne Cylon homeworld ([[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]).

It is also the place where [[Ellen Tigh]] supposedly stored her [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection]] research equipment ([[No Exit]]).

Prior to the Cylon civil war, Cavil kept the Colony secret ([[No Exit]]). Cavil moved the Colony shortly before the start of the Cylon civil war, indicating that the structure is FTL-capable ([[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]).

== References ==
<div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div>

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Raider (RDM)

2009-03-07T09:41:48Z

Helo87: /* Cylon War-era Raider */ attempt to fix link.

:''This article is about the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]] Raider fighter craft. For other versions, see [[Cylon Raider]].''

The '''Raider''' is the primary aerospace attack craft used by the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] against the peoples of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies of Kobol]].

==Modern Raider==
{{Ship Data
| title= Modern Raider
| image= Raider profile..jpg
| race= Cylon
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= None (biomechanical being)
| role= Space superiority fighter
| weapons= 2 [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|kinetic energy weapon]]s, conventional/nuclear missiles.
| length= 29.3 feet (8.94 meters)
| height= 4.97 feet (1.52 meters)
| wingspan= 18.3 feet (5.59 meters)
}}
The modern Raider, called '''sparrow''' in Colonial military jargon ([[Maelstrom]]), radically redesigned but still resembling its past incarnation as a giant flying wing, is first encountered 40 years after the [[Cylon War]], when the Cylons launch their devastating [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|surprise attack]] on the [[Twelve Colonies of Kobol]]. During this attack, Raiders transmit commands to Colonial vessels utilizing the Command Navigation Program ([[CNP]]). Compromised prior to the attack, the CNP was programmed with backdoors that permitted the Cylons to cut the power of any ship carrying the program ([[Miniseries]]).

This incarnation of the Raider is initially thought to be wholly mechanical in design, with a high-level AI controlling it. However, from inspection of a damaged Raider forced down in a firefight and recovered by Lieutenant [[Kara Thrace]] ([[Act of Contrition]]), the craft is found to be bio-mechanical in nature ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]), incorporating a number of large organs in its design, including a central brain. In effect, a modern Raider is a creature in itself.

Though Raiders are self-aware, their intelligence level is less than that of a [[humanoid Cylon]] and more like a trained animal ([[Six Degrees of Separation]]). Nonetheless, they are capable of independent thought and action, and can refuse to follow orders if they choose ([[Six of One]]). Much like the humanoids, the bio-mechanical Raider's consciousness [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrects]] in a new "body" if it is destroyed. While this allows the Raider to "learn" from its previous mistakes and become a more proficient killing machine, it can cause Raiders to develop what can be described as a desire for revenge after repeated deaths ([[Scar]]). ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> Viper pilots are regularly outnumbered and survive, indicating that Cylon Raiders are generally not matches for skilled human pilots.

The Raider is equipped with an [[FTL]] drive system ([[Miniseries]]). Following tests on the Raider captured by ''Galactica'', this FTL system is found to be far more efficient in jump calculations than Colonial FTL systems. The drive shows its accuracy when Lt. Thrace takes the Raider from a point somewhere near the vicinity of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] back to [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] in a single jump ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).

It is armed with conventional and nuclear missiles carried in internal wing bays and two pairs of [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|kinetic energy weapon]]s of different calibers mounted under the leading edge of the wings. Curiously, the Raiders have not been seen using their missiles since the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. This may indicate that Raiders are not normally armed with missiles.

Like its counterpart, the Colonial [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]], the Raider is capable of atmospheric operations, and retains an aerodynamic shape ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]).

During the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]], a Raider identifies one of the [[Final Five]] after their activation, causing all of them to refuse to fight further and forces the Cylons to retreat ([[He That Believeth In Me]]). [[Cavil]] (a [[Number One]]) concludes that the Raiders exceeded their programming, and to regain control over them the humanoid Cylons must reconfigure the Raiders' neural architecture and shave down their heuristic responses, essentially lobotomizing them and "dumbing them down." This decision leads to a violent [[Cylon Civil War|split]] among the Cylons ("[[Six of One]]", "[[The Ties That Bind]]").

==Cylon War-era Raider==
{{Ship Data
| title= Cylon War-era Raider
| image= Old Raider II.jpg
| race= Cylon
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= Up to 3 [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Centurions]]
| role= Space superiority fighter, dropship
| weapons= 2 guns
| length=
| height=
| wingspan=
}}
The original Cylon Raider as seen during the Cylon War resembled a great flying wing.<ref>This fighter design is an homage to the [[Original Series]] version of the [[Raider (TOS)|Raider]].</ref>

Deployed en masse by the original-configuration [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]], Raiders were used to great effect against [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestars]] and were nearly a match in maneuverability against their opponent, the [[Viper Mark II]]. They were also used as drop-ships for deploying ground forces (as exemplified by the [[Battle of Tauron]]), and were capable of landing in a vertical fashion, much like the Colonial [[Raptor]] ("[[Razor]]", extended version).

Raiders, in combination with basestar missile salvos, destroyed the battlestar ''[[Columbia (RDM)|Columbia]]'' during [[Operation Raptor Talon]] ([[Razor Flashbacks]]).

This Raider model had a crew comprised of three Centurions. From the rear cockpit a Command-variant Centurion gave orders to two Cylons positioned at the front to pilot, navigate, and handle weapons.

40 years later, some of these Raiders are still in active service. ([[Razor]], "[[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]").
<div style="clear:both;"></div>

== Notes ==
*In an homage to the [[Raider (TOS)|Original Series Raider]], the weapons fire of the Re-imagined Series Cylon Raiders is blue-white. Given the use of conventional weaponry only in the series, these are probably muzzle flashes and tracer rounds, and not energy weapons like in the Original Series.
*As of "Razor", a [[:Image:Raider retcon.jpg|new exterior design]] is being used for the modern Raider. This version displays a more reflective outer armor, and has a flatter face with a sharper jaw line. Overall, this affords the Raider a closer resemblance to the Centurion foot-soldier.

== Related Imagery ==
*The concept drawings represent the interior of the modern Raider and emphasize the bio-mechanical nature of the craft. They are very close to the fully realized versions seen in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. However, there were several changes made and these drawings should not be considered completely canon.

<gallery>
Image:Raider head..jpg|Raider, fore ([[Miniseries]]).
Image:Raider, aft.jpg|Raider, aft ([[Razor]]).
Image:Raider nukes.jpg|Raider missiles (Miniseries).
Image:Baseship - Raiders - Raptor.jpg|Raiders docked within a baseship ([[Torn]]).
Image:bsg-raider-A.jpg|Raider on Galactica's hangar deck ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]).
Image:Old Raider.jpg|Damaged Raider (Razor).
Image:Old Raider landing.jpg|Raider functioning as a drop-ship (Razor).
Image:Old Raider inferior..jpg|Raider fires (Razor).
Image:Brain1.jpg|Internal workings.
Image:Brain3.jpg|The Brain.
Image:Brain4.jpg|Brain - Anterior view.
Image:Brain 2.jpg|Starbuck in brain cavity.
</gallery>

== References ==
<div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div>

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Raider (RDM)

2009-03-07T09:38:08Z

Helo87: /* Cylon War-era Raider */ Old raiders still used on Cylon home-ship.

:''This article is about the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]] Raider fighter craft. For other versions, see [[Cylon Raider]].''

The '''Raider''' is the primary aerospace attack craft used by the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] against the peoples of the [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|Twelve Colonies of Kobol]].

==Modern Raider==
{{Ship Data
| title= Modern Raider
| image= Raider profile..jpg
| race= Cylon
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= None (biomechanical being)
| role= Space superiority fighter
| weapons= 2 [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|kinetic energy weapon]]s, conventional/nuclear missiles.
| length= 29.3 feet (8.94 meters)
| height= 4.97 feet (1.52 meters)
| wingspan= 18.3 feet (5.59 meters)
}}
The modern Raider, called '''sparrow''' in Colonial military jargon ([[Maelstrom]]), radically redesigned but still resembling its past incarnation as a giant flying wing, is first encountered 40 years after the [[Cylon War]], when the Cylons launch their devastating [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|surprise attack]] on the [[Twelve Colonies of Kobol]]. During this attack, Raiders transmit commands to Colonial vessels utilizing the Command Navigation Program ([[CNP]]). Compromised prior to the attack, the CNP was programmed with backdoors that permitted the Cylons to cut the power of any ship carrying the program ([[Miniseries]]).

This incarnation of the Raider is initially thought to be wholly mechanical in design, with a high-level AI controlling it. However, from inspection of a damaged Raider forced down in a firefight and recovered by Lieutenant [[Kara Thrace]] ([[Act of Contrition]]), the craft is found to be bio-mechanical in nature ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]), incorporating a number of large organs in its design, including a central brain. In effect, a modern Raider is a creature in itself.

Though Raiders are self-aware, their intelligence level is less than that of a [[humanoid Cylon]] and more like a trained animal ([[Six Degrees of Separation]]). Nonetheless, they are capable of independent thought and action, and can refuse to follow orders if they choose ([[Six of One]]). Much like the humanoids, the bio-mechanical Raider's consciousness [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrects]] in a new "body" if it is destroyed. While this allows the Raider to "learn" from its previous mistakes and become a more proficient killing machine, it can cause Raiders to develop what can be described as a desire for revenge after repeated deaths ([[Scar]]). ''Galactica''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> Viper pilots are regularly outnumbered and survive, indicating that Cylon Raiders are generally not matches for skilled human pilots.

The Raider is equipped with an [[FTL]] drive system ([[Miniseries]]). Following tests on the Raider captured by ''Galactica'', this FTL system is found to be far more efficient in jump calculations than Colonial FTL systems. The drive shows its accuracy when Lt. Thrace takes the Raider from a point somewhere near the vicinity of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] back to [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] in a single jump ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).

It is armed with conventional and nuclear missiles carried in internal wing bays and two pairs of [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|kinetic energy weapon]]s of different calibers mounted under the leading edge of the wings. Curiously, the Raiders have not been seen using their missiles since the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. This may indicate that Raiders are not normally armed with missiles.

Like its counterpart, the Colonial [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]], the Raider is capable of atmospheric operations, and retains an aerodynamic shape ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]).

During the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]], a Raider identifies one of the [[Final Five]] after their activation, causing all of them to refuse to fight further and forces the Cylons to retreat ([[He That Believeth In Me]]). [[Cavil]] (a [[Number One]]) concludes that the Raiders exceeded their programming, and to regain control over them the humanoid Cylons must reconfigure the Raiders' neural architecture and shave down their heuristic responses, essentially lobotomizing them and "dumbing them down." This decision leads to a violent [[Cylon Civil War|split]] among the Cylons ("[[Six of One]]", "[[The Ties That Bind]]").

==Cylon War-era Raider==
{{Ship Data
| title= Cylon War-era Raider
| image= Old Raider II.jpg
| race= Cylon
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= Up to 3 [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Centurions]]
| role= Space superiority fighter, dropship
| weapons= 2 guns
| length=
| height=
| wingspan=
}}
The original Cylon Raider as seen during the Cylon War resembled a great flying wing.<ref>This fighter design is an homage to the [[Original Series]] version of the [[Raider (TOS)|Raider]].</ref>

Deployed en masse by the original-configuration [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]], Raiders were used to great effect against [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestars]] and were nearly a match in maneuverability against their opponent, the [[Viper Mark II]]. They were also used as drop-ships for deploying ground forces (as exemplified by the [[Battle of Tauron]]), and were capable of landing in a vertical fashion, much like the Colonial [[Raptor]] ("[[Razor]]", extended version).

Raiders, in combination with basestar missile salvos, destroyed the battlestar ''[[Columbia (RDM)|Columbia]]'' during [[Operation Raptor Talon]] ([[Razor Flashbacks]]).

This Raider model had a crew comprised of three Centurions. From the rear cockpit a Command-variant Centurion gave orders to two Cylons positioned at the front to pilot, navigate, and handle weapons.

40 years later, some of these Raiders are still in active service. ([[Razor]], [[Islanded In A Stream of Stars]]).
<div style="clear:both;"></div>

== Notes ==
*In an homage to the [[Raider (TOS)|Original Series Raider]], the weapons fire of the Re-imagined Series Cylon Raiders is blue-white. Given the use of conventional weaponry only in the series, these are probably muzzle flashes and tracer rounds, and not energy weapons like in the Original Series.
*As of "Razor", a [[:Image:Raider retcon.jpg|new exterior design]] is being used for the modern Raider. This version displays a more reflective outer armor, and has a flatter face with a sharper jaw line. Overall, this affords the Raider a closer resemblance to the Centurion foot-soldier.

== Related Imagery ==
*The concept drawings represent the interior of the modern Raider and emphasize the bio-mechanical nature of the craft. They are very close to the fully realized versions seen in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. However, there were several changes made and these drawings should not be considered completely canon.

<gallery>
Image:Raider head..jpg|Raider, fore ([[Miniseries]]).
Image:Raider, aft.jpg|Raider, aft ([[Razor]]).
Image:Raider nukes.jpg|Raider missiles (Miniseries).
Image:Baseship - Raiders - Raptor.jpg|Raiders docked within a baseship ([[Torn]]).
Image:bsg-raider-A.jpg|Raider on Galactica's hangar deck ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]).
Image:Old Raider.jpg|Damaged Raider (Razor).
Image:Old Raider landing.jpg|Raider functioning as a drop-ship (Razor).
Image:Old Raider inferior..jpg|Raider fires (Razor).
Image:Brain1.jpg|Internal workings.
Image:Brain3.jpg|The Brain.
Image:Brain4.jpg|Brain - Anterior view.
Image:Brain 2.jpg|Starbuck in brain cavity.
</gallery>

== References ==
<div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div>

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Sometimes a Great Notion

2009-01-05T00:02:47Z

Helo87: BSG 4.5 will air in Canada same day as it does in the US.

{{spoiler}}
{{Episode Data
| image=Sometimes A Great Notion Promo 026.JPG
| title= Sometimes a Great Notion
| season= 4
| episode=11
| forumthread=
| extra='''Season 4.5 Premiere'''
| guests=
| writer=[[David Weddle]]<br/>[[Bradley Thompson]] <ref>Mentioned by Ron Moore in the [[Podcast:Revelation|podcast]] for "[[Revelations]]".</ref>
| story=
| director= [[Michael Nankin]] <ref name="brad">{{oldlink|title=Battlestar Wiki:Official Communiques|oldid=149966|text=Confirmed}} by [[Bradley Thompson]]</ref>
| production=413
| rating=
| US airdate=January 16, 2009 <ref>http://www.scifi.com/scifiwire/index.php?category=2&id=61270</ref>
| CAN airdate=January 16, 2009 <ref>http://www.spacecast.com/bsg/</ref>
| UK airdate=January 20, 2009 <ref>TV guide in ScifiNow Magazine.</ref>
| dvd=
| population=
| prev=[[The Face of the Enemy]]
| next=[[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]
}}

== Overview ==
: {{spoiltext|''[[Kara Thrace]] learns that the dire predictions of the Cylon [[Hybrid]] might be correct, and a devastating discovery plunges the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] into chaos and despair.''<ref>Episode description was unintentionally accessible on scifi.com until recently. Descriptions were noted on other websites before being removed, and editor confirmed them several days ago before removal from SciFi.com. </ref>}}

== Summary ==

=== Teaser ===

=== Act 1 ===

=== Act 2 ===

=== Act 3 ===

=== Act 4 ===

== Notes ==

* [[Katee Sackhoff]] noted that this episode could have served as the series finale depending on the length of the [[WGA strike]].<ref name="roadrunner">{{cite_web|url=http://roadrunnerdm.livejournal.com/84288.html|title=Roadrunner - Newsdump from Burbank convention|date=19 November 2007|accessdate=20 November 2007|last=|first=|format=|language=}}</ref> However, this was not necessary, as the strike ended in a sufficient period of time for production to resume, combined with the fact that this episode will not air until the first quarter of 2009, given that the previous episode is a mid-season finale.
* This episode will have scenes between [[Kara Thrace]] and [[Leoben Conoy]] set in a forest, which (according to [[Jamie Bamber]]) is set on [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].<ref name="roadrunner"/>
* The scenes were among the last shot and were shot during the crew's shut down party, so Sackhoff was unable to attend.<ref name="roadrunner"/>
*The title of the episode comes from the blues song "[[w:Goodnight, Irene|Goodnight, Irene]]," in which the singer contemplates suicide: "Sometimes I get a great notion / to jump in the river and drown." ''Sometimes A Great Notion'' is also the title of a [[w:Sometimes a Great Notion (novel)|novel]] by Ken Kesey and a [[w:Sometimes a Great Notion (film)|film adaptation]] of the same name.
*Based on the [[YouWillKnowTheTruth]] viral site, the final clue will be revealed on the same day this episode airs, possibly revealing the fifth cylon.

== Analysis ==

== Questions ==

== Official Statements ==

== Noteworthy Dialogue ==

== Guest Stars ==

* [[Callum Keith Rennie]] as [[Leoben Conoy]]<ref name="roadrunner"/>

== References ==
<div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div>

{{Episode list (RDM season 4)}}

[[Category:Episodes directed by Michael Nankin]]
[[Category:Episodes written by Bradley Thompson]]
[[Category:Episodes written by David Weddle]]

The Oath

2008-09-17T21:35:59Z

Helo87: /* Notes */ Title confirmed on Mark Verheiden's blog.

{{spoiler}}
{{Episode Data
| image=
| title= The Oath
| season= 4
| episode=13
| guests=
| writer= [[Mark Verheiden]] <ref name="verhblog">{{cite_web|url=http://verheiden.blogspot.com/2008/04/battlestar-galactica-episode-415.html|title=Mark Verheiden's blog: Battlestar Galactica - Episode 415!|}}</ref>
| story=
| director= [[John Dahl]] <ref name="verhblog"/>
| production=415
| rating=
| US airdate=
| CAN airdate=
| UK airdate=
| dvd=
| population=
| prev=[[412|Untitled 4.12]]
| next=[[Blood on the Scales]]
}}

== Overview ==

== Summary ==

=== Teaser ===

=== Act 1 ===

=== Act 2 ===

=== Act 3 ===

=== Act 4 ===

== Notes ==
* The episode's title has been confirmed as "The Oath" <ref>{{cite_web|url=http://verheiden.blogspot.com/2008/09/battlestar-galactica-cruise-book.html|title=Battlestar Galactica - Cruise Book!|date=17 September 2008|accessdate=17 September 2008|last=Verheiden|first=Mark|format=|language=}}</ref>.

== Analysis ==

== Questions ==

== Official Statements ==

== Noteworthy Dialogue ==

== Guest Stars ==

== References ==
<div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div>

{{Episode list (RDM season 4)}}

[[Category:Episodes written by Mark Verheiden]]
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Cylon Civil War

2008-08-24T21:51:40Z

Helo87: /* Diverging Ideologies */

The '''Cylon Civil War''' is a conflict between two factions of [[humanoid Cylon]]s. One faction consists of the [[Number One]]s, the [[Number Four]]s, the [[Number Five]]s, and the [[Number Eight]] copy known as [[Sharon Valerii]], under the leadership of the Number One copy known as Cavil. The opposition consists of the [[Number Two]]s, the [[Number Six]]es, several Centurions with restored free will and the majority of the [[Number Eight]]s, under the leadership of the Number Six copy known as [[Natalie]].

==Diverging Ideologies==
[[Image:Cylon civil war - opening fire.jpg|right|thumb|200px|The initial engagement between splintered Cylon factions.]]
The earliest signs that the Cylons were not in perfect harmony was seen in the occupation of [[New Caprica]], where faced with a losing battle the different models argue over the best course of action. Later the fate of [[Gauis Baltar]] is the subject of a narrow 4 - 3 vote. Sometime afterwards the [[Number Three]]s' religious quest causes the model to be [[box]]ed.

The immediate cause of the conflict occur at the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]], in which the Cylon [[Raider (RDM)|Raider]]s break off the attack because one of them detects [[Samuel Anders]] as a humanoid Cylon. Cavil's faction votes to "reconfigure" (lobotomize) the Raiders so that they will continue the attacks on the Colonial fleet. Natalie's faction votes against this action, believing that the [[final five]] humanoid Cylons are present in the Colonial fleet ([[He That Believeth In Me]]). Their goal is to unite all twelve humanoid Cylon models, a plan which includes unboxing the [[Number Three]]s, so that the Three known as D'Anna can tell them what she has learned in the [[Temple of Five]].

== First Blood ==
[[Image:First Blood - Cylon civil war.jpg|left|thumb|200px|The Centurions rise up against their masters.]]
Cavil's faction takes the "swing vote" of [[Sharon Valerii]] as sufficient for them to proceed with the Raider lobotomy. Natalie's faction does not accept this turn of events and has the Centurions' [[telencephalic inhibitor]]s removed so that they can open fire on Cavil's faction, thus starting the conflict ([[Six of One]]).

The Cylon fleet is split down the middle, with some basestars under Cavil's control, others under Natalie's. Whether this division is managed with or without bloodshed on the other basestars is unknown, but a Number One remarks that Natalie "did a little ethnic cleansing" on the ship where the first shooting happened. Critically, Cavil's faction has control of a [[Resurrection Ship]].

Later, Natalie and two Eights meet with Cavil, who tells them that his fellows came to the conclusion that it was wrong to box the Threes, agreeing to undo their actions. Due to the massive logistical task of resurrecting that many copies, the process needs to be carried out from the Cylons' [[Resurrection Hub|central Resurrection Hub]]. The two factions agree to fly there with their own respective baseships, in order to hear what D'Anna has to say. However, en route Cavil and Boomer double-cross Natalie and open fire on her fleet, destroying many of her vessels. The Resurrection Ship was prevented from jumping with them, meaning that the Cylons killed in this battle will die permanently ([[The Ties That Bind]]).

== Proposed Alliance with Humans ==

The ''[[Demetrius]]'', commanded by [[Kara Thrace]] on a mission to find Earth, encounters a heavily-damaged [[Heavy Raider]] with a copy of [[Leoben Conoy]] aboard, who offers an alliance between the humans and his faction of Cylon rebels <ref>In episode descriptions, this faction is referred to as "Cylon rebels."</ref>. Thrace orders a jump to Conoy's damaged baseship against her crew's objections ([[The Road Less Traveled]]), but ultimately realizes that she can't risk the entire crew, so she takes a small team in a [[Raptor]] instead, with the understanding that if she does not return within 15 hours, ''Demetrius'' is to rendezvous with ''Galactica''.

From within the field of detonating battle wreckage, she locates Natalie's severely-damaged baseship. The baseship's [[Hybrid]] is unable to navigate a jump, but they determine that they can hook the baseship to the Raptor's FTL computer, although this would require disconnecting the Hybrid, thus killing it.

The Eights want to mutiny against Natalie and turn to [[Sharon Agathon|Athena]] to lead them, but Athena refuses and chastises them for too easily changing their minds and not committing to their choices.
[[Image:Anders - Number 6 confrontation.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The newly-formed alliance nearly fractures.]]
When making the modifications to the Raptor [[Jean Barolay]] encounters a Six whom she had drowned on [[New Caprica]]. The Six, who is emotionally traumatized by that death and is enraged by Barolay's cavalier attitude about it, kills her. An angry [[Samuel Anders]] throws her down at gunpoint, but it is Natalie who pulls the trigger, both to end the Six's torment from the memories and to satisfy any human need for justice, emphasizing that there is no resurrection for these Cylons.

Thrace is brought to the Hybrid and tries to understand her cryptic messages, but is frustrated and orders that they proceed with the jump. An Eight attempts to disconnect the Hybrid, but the Hybrid's reaction causes a Centurion to shoot and mortally wound the Eight before being shot itself. The dying Eight apologizes to Athena, asks for her forgiveness, and reaches out her, but Athena doesn't take her hand. Instead it is Anders who takes her hand and comforts the Eight as she truly dies.

The renegade Cylon basestar jumps to the ''Demetrius'', arriving moments before she jumps back to the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] ([[Faith]]). However, when the two ships attempt to jump back together, their jump drives aren't properly synchronized and the basestar arrived at its destination alone. Admiral Adama scrambles ''Galactica'''s Vipers, thinking the Fleet to be under attack. The situation is defused when the ''Demetrius'' arrives and announces that the basestar is under their control ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

== A Plan takes Shape ==
[[Image:An alliance forms.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The Colonials and rebel Cylons unify under official terms.]]
Natalie acts as the rebels' spokesperson and is brought to ''Galactica'' to talk with Admiral [[William Adama|Adama]] and President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]]. She tells them of the Cylons' central [[Resurrection Hub]] and outlines her plan. She wants to the Colonials' help in getting there and unbox the Threes. In return, she offers them a chance to destroy the Cylons' [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection]] capability and take vengeance on them. [[Karl Agathon]] proposes to move half of ''Galactica'''s Vipers onto the baseship and use it to fool the Cylons. Roslin agrees, but adds a double-cross, because she distrusts the rebels: Go along with the plan, but then keep the Final Five, once uncovered, until they reach [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

The Cylons plan to double-cross the Colonials as well. Suspecting that the Colonials won't allow them to have the Final Five and just leave, they plan to use the Centurions to take hostages after the mission. However, after Natalie is asked to speak in front of the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] to assuage their fears about the alliance, she has a change of heart. Fearing that the Final Five may watch and judge them for their actions, she tells [[Number Two]] to call off the Centurions. She also tells the Quorum that she thinks that the Cylons need mortality to lead meaningful lives, when asked why she would give up the location of the hub ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

Before the plan sets in motion, Natalie is shot by [[Sharon Agathon]], to prevent [[Hera Agathon|Hera]] from being taken. Without warning or command, the [[Hybrid]] jumps the rebel basestar from the Fleet, ending all communication with ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', and taking half of her air wing and [[Laura Roslin]] with it (Guess What's Coming to Dinner?). Later, a recon Raptor sent by ''Galactica'' finds the Resurrection Hub destroyed, as well as debris of a basestar and a number of Vipers. This indicates that Cylons and Colonials fought together and that some of them escaped alive ([[Sine Qua Non]]).

== Attack on the Hub ==

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[[Image:The Hub receives critical damage.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The Hub is critically damaged during battle.]]
The Hybrid is revealed to have panicked after sensing Natalie's shooting and death and jumped as a result. She follows the Hub with her jumps, still giving the combined force a chance to implement their plan. The human pilots are initially very reluctant to fly alongside Cylon pilots, but can be convinced to trust them.

After the Hub's FTL drive is disabled, stranding it, Karl Agathon and the Eight then board the Hub in a Raptor to find Number Three, who has already been un-boxed by Cavil and Boomer. They find her not long after she has killed Cavil (and forced Boomer to flee) and evacuate her from the Hub. Meanwhile, the rebel basestar engages the two escort basestars and is hit by several missiles in the process. Once Three, Agathon and Number Eight are clear of the Hub, the Vipers launch several nuclear missiles into it, destroying it and at least one of its basestar escorts.

After the battle, questioned by President Roslin but sensing that the Cylons have been double crossed, refuses to give up the identities of the Final Five until she is sure she is safe. The basestar returns to the rendezvous coordinates, where they meet up with Admiral Adama who is still waiting for them in a Raptor ([[The Hub]]).

== Standoff with Colonials and search for Earth ==

The Cylons hold the Colonials hostage in an attempt to lure the Final Four out of hiding. After they kill the first hostage, President [[Lee Adama]] orders a risky rescue operation. However, when Kara Thrace finds a signal giving them a direct bearing towards [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], Adama decides to share this information with the Cylons instead. Together they jump to Earth, but discover it to be a nuclear wasteland ([[Revelations]]).

== References ==

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Ben Stark

2008-07-24T22:43:13Z

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'''Ben Stark''' is a student at the Athena Academy on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], a private religious school. He and some of other bright students, including [[Lacy]] and Stark's girlfriend, [[Zoe Graystone]], are introduced by the school headmistress, Sister [[Clarice Willow]] to the [[Soldiers of One]], an illegal [[monotheism|monotheistic]] cult of one [[God (RDM)|god]].

Ben becomes a fanatical monotheist and while he induces Graystone and Lacy to leave Caprica with him, he instead blows up their train and himself with a bomb. Like Graystone, he uploaded his memories into an online [[holographic avatar]] named '''Ben-A''', who has contact only with Sister Willow (''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'').<ref name="casting call">{{cite_web|url=http://www.tvsquad.com/2008/04/03/exclusive-caprica-casting-info-revealed/|title=Caprica casting info|date=Apr 3, 2008}}</ref>

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Daybreak, Part II

2008-07-03T07:56:26Z

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| title= Untitled 4.20
| season= 4
| episode= 20
| guests=
| writer= [[Ronald D. Moore]]<ref>http://rondmoore.com/Site/Blog/Entries/2008/4/18_Podcast_Success!.html</ref>
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| production=422
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| prev=Untitled 4.19
| next='''(End of Series)'''
| extra=Final episode, 2 hours<ref>http://featuresblogs.chicagotribune.com/entertainment_tv/2008/06/battlestars-fin.html</ref>
}}

== Overview ==

== Summary ==

=== Teaser ===

=== Act 1 ===

=== Act 2 ===

=== Act 3 ===

=== Act 4 ===

== Notes ==
*A portion of this episode is being filmed in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamloops Kamloops, BC] during the week of June 16th. Local extras of all ages are being utilized for this scene (or scenes) and are required to have an athletic build and a clean-cut look, or to be slim with long hair or dreadlocks. Extras were auditioned at Best Western room 137 (in Kamloops) on June 12th <ref>http://www.bclocalnews.com/bc_thompson_nicola/kamloopsthisweek/entertainment/19788509.html</ref>. The rural area surrounding Kamloops was previously utilized to depict the [[algae planet]] in "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]" and "[[Rapture]]".
::{{spoiltext|At least scene takes place on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]; as evidenced by on-location shooting that took place at the Simon Fraser University Academic Quadrangle on July 2nd. The Quadrangle was previously utilized to depict the Riverwalk Market in the Miniseries and in Epiphanies, and was dressed identically to its appearance in the Miniseries (when Caprica Six murders the infant) for the July 2nd shoot. Roslin is present in the scene and wears a low-cut one-piece jumper with cropped pants, with a long, light jacket. She is also barefoot<ref>http://13thcolony.wordpress.com/2008/07/02/bsg-on-location-for-the-finale/</ref>.}}

== Analysis ==

== Questions ==

== Official Statements ==

== Noteworthy Dialogue ==

== Guest Stars ==

== References ==

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Daybreak, Part II

2008-07-03T07:54:58Z

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| title= Untitled 4.20
| season= 4
| episode= 20
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| director=
| production=422
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| US airdate=
| CAN airdate=
| UK airdate=
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| prev=Untitled 4.19
| next='''(End of Series)'''
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}}

== Overview ==

== Summary ==

=== Teaser ===

=== Act 1 ===

=== Act 2 ===

=== Act 3 ===

=== Act 4 ===

== Notes ==
*A portion of this episode is being filmed in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamloops Kamloops, BC] during the week of June 16th. Local extras of all ages are being utilized for this scene (or scenes) and are required to have an athletic build and a clean-cut look, or to be slim with long hair or dreadlocks. Extras were auditioned at Best Western room 137 (in Kamloops) on June 12th <ref>http://www.bclocalnews.com/bc_thompson_nicola/kamloopsthisweek/entertainment/19788509.html</ref>. The rural area surrounding Kamloops was previously utilized to depict the [[algae planet]] in "[[The Eye of Jupiter]]" and "[[Rapture]]".
::{{spoiltext|At least scene takes place on [[Caprica(RDM)|Caprica]]; as evidenced by on-location shooting that took place at the Simon Fraser University Academic Quadrangle on July 2nd. The Quadrangle was previously utilized to depict the Riverwalk Market in the Miniseries and in Epiphanies, and was dressed identically to its appearance in the Miniseries (when Caprica Six murders the infant) for the July 2nd shoot. Roslin is present in the scene and wears a low-cut one-piece jumper with cropped pants, with a long, light jacket. She is also barefoot<ref>http://13thcolony.wordpress.com/2008/07/02/bsg-on-location-for-the-finale/</ref>.}}

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== Questions ==

== Official Statements ==

== Noteworthy Dialogue ==

== Guest Stars ==

== References ==

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Daybreak, Part II

2008-06-19T04:45:17Z

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Battle of the Ionian Nebula

2008-06-12T20:19:35Z

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{{Battle Data
| name=Battle of the Ionian Nebula
| image= Ionian Battle 1.jpg
| description= Cylons forces ambush the mysteriously crippled Colonial Fleet
| conflict= [[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon War]]
| date=Shortly after [[Gaius Baltar]]'s trial
| place= The [[Ionian nebula]]
| result= Heavy Colonial losses and Cylon withdrawal. Triggers the [[Cylon Civil War]]
| combatant1= Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
| combatant2= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
| co1= Admiral [[William Adama]]
| co2= [[basestar command]]
| strength1= ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', associated [[Vipers]] and [[Raptors]]<br/>
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Four [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]], approx. 200 [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] and [[Heavy Raider]]s<br>
| shiploss1= ''[[Pyxis]]'' destroyed, ''[[Space Park]]'' severely damaged, ''[[Astral Queen]]'' slightly damaged
| shiploss2= Numerous Raiders
| casualties1= 600 civilians on ''[[Pyxis]]''. 1,100 deaths on other ships<ref>The [[survivor count]] in the credits decreases by 1,700, accounting for the deaths during the teaser. The majority of the 1,100 additional deaths likely occurs on the ''Space Park'', but other ships are hit too.</ref>.
| casualties2=None
| prev=[[Battle of the Algae Planet]]
| next=[[Battle of the Resurrection Hub]]
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Upon jumping into the Ionian system, the entire [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] suddenly loses power and becomes dead in space. As the ships drift aimlessly, four Cylon basestars jump into the nebula and begin launching Raiders. By the time power is restored to ''Galactica'' and the civilian ships, the Raiders are already inbound and the Fleet is incapable of jumping to safety before they close to firing distance.

== Events leading up to the battle ==

During the power outage [[Saul Tigh]], [[Galen Tyrol]], [[Samuel Anders]] and [[Tory Foster]] begin to aimlessly wander the halls of ''Galactica'' muttering the lyrics to a [[The Music|mysterious song]], having heard it in their heads for the past few days. When all four arrive in the same room and see each other they realize that they are actually Cylons themselves. When the alert is sounded, they resolve to continue serving in the roles they did when they believed they were human. Tyrol returns to the flight deck, Anders heads for his Viper and Tigh and Foster head for the [[CIC]] and return to the sides of Admiral Adama and President Roslin.

During the scramble to get the alert Vipers launched, [[Lee Adama]], now a civilian after resigning from the military just before Baltar's trial, returns to his quarters and breaks out his helmet and flight suit and joins the fight. While intercepting the incoming waves of Raiders he picks up an unknown contact on his Viper's [[DRADIS]] and breaks formation to investigate. The unknown contact is intermittent and toys with Adama until it pulls alongside him and reveals itself to be [[Kara Thrace]], alive and flying a spotless Viper Mk II. Thrace claims she has been to Earth and that she is here to lead the Fleet there ([[Crossroads, Part II]]).

== Civilians under attack ==

''Galactica'''s Vipers and Raptors are able to stop the main force of the over 200 Raiders, but the Cylon reserves manage to break through the Colonial lines. Outgunned and with the civilian ships requiring time to spin up their FTL drives, Admiral Adama orders all available pilots out there, including inexperienced [[nugget|nuggets]] like Samuel Anders and [[Diana Seelix]].

The battle floods over the drifting Fleet, Vipers and Raiders dogfighting among the ships while ''Galactica'' puts up anti-aircraft artillery (AAA) and fires her primary batteries at the Raiders and basestars. A damaged Raider collides with the ''[[Pyxis]]'', destroying the liner and the 600 people aboard. The Cylon basestars launch a barrage of over 50 missiles, half of them targeting the civilian ships. Adama orders all Vipers and point defense batteries to concentrate on protecting the civilians, since ''Galactica'' can withstand the damage. Two missiles hit the ''[[Space Park]]'', resulting in severe damage to its ring section and many causalities, and another missile strikes the ''[[Astral Queen]]'', breaching the forward section of her hull. A missile bound for ''[[Colonial One]]'' is successfully intercepted by Seelix.

When Anders maneuvers behind a Raider chasing Seelix, it abruptly turns around, scans him with its red "eye", and breaks off. To the amazement of the Colonials, the other Raiders return to their basestars and the Cylons spin up their FTL drives to jump away. Adama seizes this opportunity and orders the fleet to withdraw ([[He That Believeth In Me]]).

== Aftermath ==

The Cylons now suspect that the [[Final Five]] reside within the human fleet. Because the Raiders broke off the attack on their own volition, one group of Cylons led by [[Number One]] (Cavil) has them lobotomized to remove part of their free will. In retaliation, another group led by a [[Natalie|Six]] that advocates a search for the Five, removes the [[Telencephalic inhibitor|devices]] that enslave the Centurions, turning them on Number One's faction ([[Six of One]]). This marks the beginning of the [[Cylon Civil War]].

== Notes ==

*A shot of the Fleet in space after the battle shows that ''Galactica'' has lost one of her dorsal [[Battery|batteries]]. Prior to the baseships firing the missiles, all four forward dorsal batteries are seen in action. After Anders's Viper launched, the impact of the missiles aimed at ''Galactica'' are shown, specifically one particular explosion emanating from the dorsal battery section, causing everyone in CIC to brace for impact.

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Resurrection Hub

2008-06-12T01:48:21Z

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| title= Resurrection Hub
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
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The [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] '''Resurrection Hub''' is a space-borne facility which coordinates the [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection process]] among all of the Cylon [[Resurrection Ship|resurrection ships]] and downloading facilities, with what appears to be an indefinite operational range between itself and the rest of the Cylon fleet. As the control center of all resurrections, it is vital to Cylon society. As a safeguard, the Hub periodically jumps to new locations and relays its position to the baseships' [[Hybrid]]s once completed. The Resurrection Hub is also where [[Boxing|boxed]] Cylon consciousnesses are stored.

At the start of the [[Cylon Civil War]], [[Natalie]] plans to unbox [[D'Anna Biers]] in the hopes of learning the identities of the [[Final Five]] ([[The Ties That Bind]]). However, the [[Cavil]] faction retains possession of the Hub. When ''[[Demetrius]]'' returns to the human fleet with the renegade [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]], Natalie offers Admiral [[William Adama|Adama]] and President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] the chance to destroy the Hub in return for their help unboxing D'Anna. Before the plan is carried out, however, Natalie is shot by [[Sharon Agathon]] and the basestar jumps away when Roslin, determined to get some answers about her visions, has the Hybrid reconnected ([[Guess What's Coming To Dinner]]).

The Hybrid follows the Hub, jumping ever closer to it, and eventually catches up. In the ensuing [[Battle of the Resurrection Hub]], an uneasy alliance between Cylons and Colonials attacks the hub, with rebel humanoid Cylon pilots towing powered-down Colonial Vipers behind [[Heavy Raider|Heavy Raiders]] in order to conceal them. Once untethered, the Vipers attack the Hub's FTL drives, stranding it. As the rebel baseship and Heavy Raiders engage the two defending baseships, Karl Agathon and a Number Eight board the Hub to retrieve the unboxed D'Anna. Once their Raptor clears the Hub, the Vipers fire nuclear missiles, destroying the Hub and the nearby basestars ([[The Hub]]).

With its destruction, Cylon resurrection is now lost and all Cylons become mortal<ref>It seems improbable that the Resurrection Hub can be replaced. In her conversations with the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]]'s leadership and the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum]] in "[[Guess What's Coming To Dinner?]]", Natalie implies that the Hub cannot be reconstructed. Furthermore, if the Hub were reproducible, there would be redundant Hubs elsewhere.</ref>.

== Related imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:Resurrection Hub, Basestar guard.jpg|Hiding out in a nebula.
Image:The Hub up close.jpg|Up close.
Image:Hub FTL drive..jpg|FTL drive.
Image:The Hub receives critical damage.jpg|The Hub is hit by Viper-launched nukes...
Image:The Hub blows...jpg|...and takes out two basestars as it blows.
Image:411 Hub chamber.jpg|[[Number One|Cavil]] and [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]] resurrect [[D'Anna]].
Image:Hub interior 2..jpg|The main resurrection chamber.
Image:Hub interior breached..jpg|A hallway.
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Cylon Civil War

2008-06-12T01:16:27Z

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The '''Cylon Civil War''' is a conflict between two factions [[humanoid Cylon]]s. One faction consists of the [[Number One]]s, the [[Number Four]]s, the [[Number Five]]s, and the [[Number Eight]] copy known as [[Sharon Valerii]], under the leadership of the Number One copy known as Cavil. The opposition consists of the [[Number Two]]s, the [[Number Six]]es, several Centurions with restored free will and the majority of the [[Number Eight]]s, under the leadership of the Number Six copy known as [[Natalie]].

==Diverging Ideologies==
[[Image:Cylon civil war - opening fire.jpg|right|thumb|200px|The initial engagement.]]
The seeds for the conflict are sown during the [[Battle of the Ionian Nebula]], in which the Cylon [[Raider (RDM)|Raider]]s break off the attack because one of them detects [[Samuel Anders]] as a humanoid Cylon. Cavil's faction votes to "reconfigure" (lobotomize) the Raiders so that they will continue the attacks on the Colonial fleet. Natalie's faction votes against this action, believing that the [[final five]] humanoid Cylons are present in the Colonial fleet ([[He That Believeth In Me]]). Their goal is to unite all twelve humanoid Cylon models, a plan which includes unboxing the [[Number Three]]s, so that the Three known as D'Anna can tell them what she has learned in the [[Temple of Five]].

== First Blood ==
[[Image:First Blood - Cylon civil war.jpg|left|thumb|200px|The Centurions rise up against their masters.]]
Cavil's faction takes the "swing vote" of [[Sharon Valerii]] as sufficient for them to proceed with the Raider lobotomy. Natalie's faction does not accept this turn of events and has the Centurions' [[telencephalic inhibitor]]s removed so that they can open fire on Cavil's faction, thus starting the conflict ([[Six of One]]).

The Cylon fleet is split down the middle, with some basestars under Cavil's control, others under Natalie's. Whether this division is managed with or without bloodshed on the other basestars is unknown, but a Number One remarks that Natalie "did a little ethnic cleansing" on the ship where the first shooting happened. Critically, Cavil's faction has control of a [[Resurrection Ship]].

Later, Natalie and two Eights meet with Cavil, who tells them that his fellows came to the conclusion that it was wrong to box the Threes, agreeing to undo their actions. Due to the massive logistical task of resurrecting that many copies, the process needs to be carried out from the Cylons' [[Resurrection Hub|central Resurrection Hub]]. The two factions agree to fly there with their own respective baseships, in order to hear what D'Anna has to say. However, en route Cavil and Boomer double-cross Natalie and open fire on her fleet, destroying many of her vessels. The Resurrection Ship was prevented from jumping with them, meaning that the Cylons killed in this battle will die permanently ([[The Ties That Bind]]).

== Proposed Alliance with Humans ==

The ''[[Demetrius]]'', commanded by [[Kara Thrace]] on a mission to find Earth, encounters a heavily-damaged [[Heavy Raider]] with a copy of [[Leoben Conoy]] aboard, who offers an alliance between the humans and his faction of Cylon rebels <ref>In episode descriptions, this faction is referred to as "Cylon rebels."</ref>. Thrace orders a jump to Conoy's damaged baseship against her crew's objections ([[The Road Less Traveled]]), but ultimately realizes that she can't risk the entire crew, so she takes a small team in a [[Raptor]] instead, with the understanding that if she does not return within 15 hours, ''Demetrius'' is to rendezvous with ''Galactica''.

From within the field of detonating battle wreckage, she locates Natalie's severely-damaged baseship. The baseship's [[Hybrid]] is unable to navigate a jump, but they determine that they can hook the baseship to the Raptor's FTL computer, although this would require disconnecting the Hybrid, thus killing it.

The Eights want to mutiny against Natalie and turn to [[Sharon Agathon|Athena]] to lead them, but Athena refuses and chastises them for too easily changing their minds and not committing to their choices.
[[Image:Anders - Number 6 confrontation.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The newly-formed alliance nearly fractures.]]
When making the modifications to the Raptor [[Jean Barolay]] encounters a Six whom she had drowned on [[New Caprica]]. The Six, who is emotionally traumatized by that death and is enraged by Barolay's cavalier attitude about it, kills her. An angry [[Samuel Anders]] throws her down at gunpoint, but it is Natalie who pulls the trigger, both to end the Six's torment from the memories and to satisfy any human need for justice, emphasizing that there is no resurrection for these Cylons.

Thrace is brought to the Hybrid and tries to understand her cryptic messages, but is frustrated and orders that they proceed with the jump. An Eight attempts to disconnect the Hybrid, but the Hybrid's reaction causes a Centurion to shoot and mortally wound the Eight before being shot itself. The dying Eight apologizes to Athena, asks for her forgiveness, and reaches out her, but Athena doesn't take her hand. Instead it is Anders who takes her hand and comforts the Eight as she truly dies.

The renegade Cylon basestar jumps to the ''Demetrius'', arriving moments before she jumps back to the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] ([[Faith]]). However, when the two ships attempt to jump back together, their jump drives aren't properly synchronized and the basestar arrived at its destination alone. Admiral Adama scrambles ''Galactica'''s Vipers, thinking the Fleet to be under attack. The situation is defused when the ''Demetrius'' arrives and announces that the basestar is under their control ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

== A Plan takes Shape ==
[[Image:An alliance forms.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The Colonials and rebel Cylons unify under official terms.]]
Natalie acts as the rebels' spokesperson and is brought to ''Galactica'' to talk with Admiral [[William Adama|Adama]] and President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]]. She tells them of the Cylons' central [[Resurrection Hub]] and outlines her plan. She wants to the Colonials' help in getting there and unbox the Threes. In return, she offers them a chance to destroy the Cylons' [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection]] capability and take vengeance on them. [[Karl Agathon]] proposes to move half of ''Galactica'''s Vipers onto the baseship and use it to fool the Cylons. Roslin agrees, but adds a double-cross, because she distrusts the rebels: Go along with the plan, but then keep the Final Five, once uncovered, until they reach [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].

The Cylons plan to double-cross the Colonials as well. Suspecting that the Colonials won't allow them to have the Final Five and just leave, they plan to use the Centurions to take hostages after the mission. However, after Natalie is asked to speak in front of the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum of Twelve]] to assuage their fears about the alliance, she has a change of heart. Fearing that the Final Five may watch and judge them for their actions, she tells [[Number Two]] to call off the Centurions. She also tells the Quorum that she thinks that the Cylons need mortality to lead meaningful lives, when asked why she would give up the location of the hub ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

Without warning or command, the [[Hybrid]] jumps the rebel basestar from the Fleet, ending all communication with ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', and taking half of her air wing and [[Laura Roslin]] with it (Guess What's Coming to Dinner?). Later, a recon Raptor sent by ''Galactica'' finds the Resurrection Hub destroyed, as well as debris of a basestar and a number of Vipers. This indicates that Cylons and Colonials fought together and that some of them escaped alive ([[Sine Qua Non]]).

== Attack on the Hub ==

{{mainarticle|Battle of the Resurrection Hub}}

The Hybrid is revealed to have panicked after sensing Natalie's shooting and death and jumped as a result. She follows the Hub with her jumps, still giving the combined force a chance to implement their plan. The human pilots are initially very reluctant to fly alongside Cylon pilots, but can be convinced to trust them.
[[Image:The Hub receives critical damage.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The Hub is critically damaged during battle.]]
After the Hub's FTL drive is disabled, stranding it, Karl Agathon and the Eight then board the Hub in a Raptor to find Number Three, who has already been un-boxed by Cavil and Boomer. They find her not long after she has killed Cavil (and forced Boomer to flee) and evacuate her from the Hub. Meanwhile, the rebel basestar engages the two escort basestars, but [[Gaius Baltar]] is badly wounded when two missiles strike the ship. President Roslin treats him, but changes her mind after learning the truth about his role in the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|attack on the colonies]]. With some encouragement from the spirit of her dead friend [[Elosha]], she helps him again. Once Three, Agathon and Number Eight are clear of the Hub, the Vipers launch several nuclear missiles into it, destroying it and at least one of its basestar escorts.

After the battle, questioned by President Roslin but sensing that the Cylons have been double crossed, refuses to give up the identities of the Final Five until she is sure she is safe. The basestar returns to the rendezvous coordinates, where they meet up with Admiral Adama who is still waiting for them in a Raptor ([[The Hub]]).

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Resurrection Hub

2008-06-12T00:51:09Z

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| title= Resurrection Hub
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
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The [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] '''Resurrection Hub''' is a space-borne facility which coordinates the [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection process]] among all of the Cylon [[Resurrection Ship|resurrection ships]] and downloading facilities, with what appears to be an indefinite operational range between itself and the rest of the Cylon fleet. As the control center of all resurrections, it is vital to Cylon society. As a safeguard, the Hub periodically jumps to new locations and relays its position to the baseships' [[Hybrid]]s once completed. The Resurrection Hub is also where [[Boxing|boxed]] Cylon consciousnesses are stored.

At the start of the [[Cylon Civil War]], [[Natalie]] plans to unbox [[D'Anna Biers]] in the hopes of learning the identities of the [[Final Five]] ([[The Ties That Bind]]). However, the [[Cavil]] faction retains possession of the Hub. When ''[[Demetrius]]'' returns to the human fleet with the renegade [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]], Natalie offers Admiral [[William Adama|Adama]] and President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] the chance to destroy the Hub in return for their help unboxing D'Anna. Before the plan is carried out, however, Natalie is shot by [[Sharon Agathon]] and the basestar jumps away when Roslin, determined to get some answers about her visions, has the Hybrid reconnected ([[Guess What's Coming To Dinner]]).

The Hybrid follows the Hub, jumping ever closer to it, and eventually catches up. In the ensuing [[Battle of the Resurrection Hub]], an uneasy alliance between Cylons and Colonials attacks the hub, with rebel humanoid Cylon pilots towing powered-down Colonial Vipers behind [[Heavy Raider|Heavy Raiders]] in order to conceal them. Once untethered, the Vipers attack the Hub's FTL drives, stranding it. As the rebel baseship and Heavy Raiders engage the two defending baseships, Karl Agathon and a Number Eight board the Hub to retrieve the unboxed D'Anna. Once their Raptor clears the Hub, the Vipers fire nuclear missiles, destroying the Hub and the nearby basestars ([[The Hub]]).

With its destruction, Cylon resurrection is now lost and all Cylons become mortal<ref>It seems improbable that the Resurrection Hub can be replaced. In her conversations with the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]]'s leadership and the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum]] in "[[Guess What's Coming To Dinner?]]", Natalie implies that the Hub cannot be reconstructed. Furthermore, if the Hub were reproducible, there would be redundant Hubs elsewhere.</ref>.

== Related imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:411 Hub chamber.jpg|[[Number One|Cavil]] and [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]] resurrect [[D'Anna]].
Image:Hub interior 2..jpg|The main resurrection chamber.
Image:Hub interior breached..jpg|A hallway.
</gallery>

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Resurrection Hub

2008-06-11T23:46:00Z

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| image=Resurrection Hub - profile.jpg
| title= Resurrection Hub
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type=
| ftl= Yes
| role= Cylon resurrection command & control
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The [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] '''Resurrection Hub''' is a space-borne facility which coordinates the [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection process]] among all of the Cylon [[Resurrection Ship|resurrection ships]] and downloading facilities, with what appears to be an indefinite operational range between itself and the rest of the Cylon fleet. As the control center of all resurrections, it is vital to Cylon society. As a safeguard, the Hub periodically jumps to new locations and relays its position to the baseships' [[Hybrid]]s once completed. The Resurrection Hub is also where [[Boxing|boxed]] Cylon consciousnesses are stored.

At the start of the [[Cylon Civil War]], [[Natalie]] plans to unbox [[D'Anna Biers]] in the hopes of learning the identities of the [[Final Five]] ([[The Ties That Bind]]). However, the [[Cavil]] faction retains possession of the Hub. When ''[[Demetrius]]'' returns to the human fleet with the renegade [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]], Natalie offers Admiral [[William Adama|Adama]] and President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] the chance to destroy the Hub in return for their help unboxing D'Anna. Before the plan is carried out, however, Natalie is shot by [[Sharon Agathon]] and the basestar jumps away when Roslin, determined to get some answers about her visions, has the Hybrid reconnected ([[Guess What's Coming To Dinner]]).

The Hybrid follows the Hub, jumping ever closer to it, and eventually catches up. In the ensuing [[Battle of the Resurrection Hub]], an uneasy alliance between Cylons and Colonials attacks the hub, with rebel humanoid Cylon pilots towing powered-down Colonial Vipers behind [[Heavy Raider|Heavy Raiders]] in order to conceal them. Once untethered, the Vipers attack the Hub's FTL drives, stranding it. As the rebel baseship and Heavy Raiders engage the two defending baseships, Karl Agathon and a Number Eight board the Hub to retrieve the unboxed D'Anna. Once their Raptor clears the Hub, the Vipers fire nuclear missiles, destroying the Hub and the nearby basestars ([[The Hub]]).

With its destruction, Cylon resurrection is now lost and all Cylons become mortal<ref>It seems improbable that the Resurrection Hub can be replaced. In her conversations with the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]]'s leadership and the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum]] in "[[Guess What's Coming To Dinner?]]", Natalie implies that the Hub cannot be reconstructed. Furthermore, if the Hub were reproducible, there would be redundant Hubs elsewhere.</ref>.

== Related imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:411 Hub chamber.jpg|[[Number One|Cavil]] and [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]] resurrect [[D'Anna Biers]] in a chamber of the Resurrection Hub.
Image:Hub interior 2..jpg|The main resurrection chamber.
Image:Hub interior breached..jpg|A hallway.
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Battle of the Resurrection Hub

2008-06-11T22:34:31Z

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|image=The Hub is blown..jpg
|description=
|conflict=[[Cylon Civil War]]
|date=[[Timeline (RDM)|3 years]] after the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]
|place=[[Sector Delta 9]]
|result= Decisive Colonial/Cylon rebel victory. Destruction of [[Resurrection Hub]]. One copy of [[Number Three]] unboxed
|combatant1=[[Cylon Civil War|Cylon rebels]] and a detachment of ''[[Galactica]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s air wing
|combatant2=Cylon loyalists
|co1=[[Number Eight]], Captain [[Karl Agathon]], President [[Laura Roslin]]
|co2=[[Number One|Cavil]], [[Sharon Valerii]]
|strength1=1 [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]],<br/>at least 25 Vipers, several [[Raptors]], at least 25 [[Heavy Raider]]s
|strength2=[[Resurrection Hub]],<br/>2 basestars,<br/>associated [[Raider (RDM)|Raider]]s
|shiploss1=1 Raptor damaged, basestar damaged, several Vipers damaged or destroyed.
|shiploss2=Resurrection Hub, 1 basestar destroyed, 1 other destroyed or severely damaged.
|casualties1=[[Eammon Pike]] and his [[ECO]]. Sandman.
|casualties2=Heavy
|prev=[[Cylon Civil War#First Blood|Ambush on Cylon rebels]]
|next=None
|series=RDM
}}

The '''Battle of the Resurrection Hub''' is a joint operation between Colonial forces and Cylon rebels to destroy the Cylon [[Resurrection Hub]].

== Background ==

After the ''[[Demetrius]]'' returns with the Cylon rebel leader [[Natalie]], she proposes and alliance between the rebels and the Colonials. She offers the humans the chance to destroy the Cylon's central [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection]] facility. In return she want help to unbox [[Number Three]] and learn what she knows about the [[Final Five]]. In preparation, half of ''[[Galactica]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s air wing is transferred to the basestar. However, before the plan can be put into action [[Sharon Agathon]] kills Natalie. Simultaneously, [[Laura Roslin]] has the rebel [[Hybrid]] reconnected, who unexpectedly jumps the ship away ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

== Battle ==

The Hybrid is determined to have panicked after sensing Natalie's death and jumped as a result. She follows the Hub with her jumps, still giving the combined force a chance to implement their plan. To prevent an early detection by the enemy, the [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]] are running with their engines and electronics cold, instead being towed by [[Heavy Raider]]s piloted by [[humanoid Cylon]]s. The human pilots are initially very reluctant to fly alongside the Cylons and be so heavily dependent on them, but a [[Number Eight]] convinces them to place the same trust in her as they do in [[Sharon Agathon]].

Once the cables are cut, the Vipers attack and a [[Raptor]] flown by Lieutenant [[Eammon Pike]] disables the Hub's [[FTL]] drive with two missiles, thus stranding it. [[Karl Agathon]] and the Eight then board the Hub in a Raptor to find Number Three, who has already been unboxed by [[Cavil]] and [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]]. They find her after she has killed Cavil and forced Boomer to run and take her to the Raptor and off the Hub. Meanwhile, the rebel basestar engages the two escort basestars, but [[Gaius Baltar]] is badly wounded when two missiles strike the ship. Once Three, Agathon and Number Eight are clear of the Hub, the Vipers launch several nuclear missiles into it, destroying it and at least one of its basestar escorts ([[The Hub]]).

== Aftermath ==

With the Hub being vital to the functioning of all other [[Resurrection Ship|resurrection ships]] and downloading facilities, the Cylons are now truly mortal, which is welcomed by the rebels, but feared by the mainstream of Cylon society. In addition, [[D'Anna Biers]] is the only Three left, since all other copies of are consciousness were destroyed on the Hub.

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Resurrection Hub

2008-06-11T22:28:49Z

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| title= Resurrection Hub
| race= [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]]
| type=
| ftl= Yes
| role= Cylon resurrection command & control
| weapons=
| status= Destroyed
| img=
}}

The [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] '''Resurrection Hub''' is a space-borne facility which coordinates the [[Resurrection (RDM)|resurrection process]] among all of the Cylon [[Resurrection Ship|resurrection ships]] and downloading facilities, with what appears to be an indefinite operational range between itself and the rest of the Cylon fleet. As the control center of all resurrections, it is vital to Cylon society. As a safeguard, the Hub periodically jumps to new locations and relays its position to the baseships' [[Hybrid]]s once completed. The Resurrection Hub is also where [[Boxing|boxed]] Cylon consciousnesses are stored.

At the start of the [[Cylon Civil War]], [[Natalie]] plans to unbox [[D'Anna Biers]] in the hopes of learning the identities of the [[Final Five]] ([[The Ties That Bind]]). However, the [[Cavil]] faction retains possession of the Hub. When ''[[Demetrius]]'' returns to the human fleet with the renegade [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]], Natalie offers Admiral [[William Adama|Adama]] and President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] the chance to destroy the Hub in return for their help unboxing D'Anna. Before the plan is carried out, however, Natalie is shot by [[Sharon Agathon]] and the basestar jumps away when Roslin, determined to get some answers about her visions, has the Hybrid reconnected ([[Guess What's Coming To Dinner]]).

The Hybrid follows the Hub, jumping ever closer to it, and eventually catches up. In the ensuing [[Battle of the Resurrection Hub]], an uneasy alliance between Cylons and Colonials attacks the hub, with rebel humanoid Cylon pilots towing powered-down Colonial Vipers behind [[Heavy Raider|Heavy Raiders]] in order to conceal them. Once untethered, the Vipers attack the Hub's FTL drives, stranding it. As the rebel baseship and Heavy Raiders engage the two defending baseships, Karl Agathon and a Number Eight board the Hub to retrieve the unboxed D'Anna. Once their Raptor clears the Hub, the Vipers fire nuclear missiles, destroying the Hub and the nearby basestars ([[The Hub]]).

With its destruction, Cylon resurrection is now lost and all Cylons become mortal<ref>It seems improbable that the Resurrection Hub can be replaced. In her conversations with the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]]'s leadership and the [[Quorum of Twelve (RDM)|Quorum]] in "[[Guess What's Coming To Dinner?]]", Natalie implies that the Hub cannot be reconstructed. Furthermore, if the Hub were reproducible, there would be redundant Hubs elsewhere.</ref>.



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Demetrius

2008-06-09T18:33:24Z

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| image=Demtrius side - Mojo.jpg
| title=Demetrius
| race= Colonial
| type= Civilian/Miltary
| ftl= Yes
| propol=
| crew= At least 16
| cap=
| co= [[Kara Thrace]]
| xo= [[Karl Agathon]]
| role= Sewage recycling ship<br/>Scavenger ship
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The '''''Demetrius''''' is a sewage processing ship in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]]. When [[Kendra Shaw]] tries to tune in to a [[Talk Wireless]] interview with Gaius Baltar, she picks up a transmission from the ''[[Adriatic]]'' to the ''Demetrius'' concerning cargo wasting in ''Adriatics'''s holds ([[Razor]]).

After [[Kara Thrace]]'s return, a torn [[William Adama]] sends Thrace and a hand-picked crew in the ''Demetrius'' on a mission to find [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], despite [[Laura Roslin]]'s warnings that Thrace is not to be trusted ([[Six of One]]). The Colonial public are told that they are on a survey mission to find food sources, though its disappearance is a matter of considerable media attention ([[The Ties That Bind]]). The ''Demetrius'' is accompanied by a detachment of five Vipers and a Raptor that are magnetically secured to the ship — four Vipers on the dorsal platform, and a Viper and a Raptor on the ventral one. At least one docking hatch exists on the port side.

After two months, the ''Demetrius'' is scheduled to rendezvous with the Fleet or be presumed destroyed. After encountering a [[Heavy Raider]] with a copy of [[Leoben Conoy (New Caprica copy)|Leoben Conoy]] aboard, however, Thrace decides to abandon the plan. Conoy offers an alliance between the humans and his faction in the [[Cylon civil war]], and Thrace wants to accompany him to his [[Basestar (RDM)|baseship]] in order to learn what the Cylons know about Earth, but her crew refuses to carry out the order ([[The Road Less Traveled]]).

Anders shoots [[Felix Gaeta]] in the leg over this and Thrace regains some control over her crew. She decides that it is too dangerous to take the entire ship and risk the lives of everyone on board, so she instead takes the Raptor with Anders, Barolay and Athena as her crew. Agathon remains in charge and decides to wait for her for just over 15 hours: the amount of time they can wait and still make the rendezvous with ''Galactica''. Eventually time runs out and though Agathon waits a minute longer it seems as if Thrace won't return. Just as the ship is about to jump, the Cylon rebels' basestar jumps in and he is contacted by Athena. The ''Demetrius'' and the basestar then prepare to jump to ''Galactica'' together ([[Faith]]).

However, due to their jump drives not being synchronized properly, the basestar arrives at the Fleet alone, causing a panic. With the [[wireless]] also damaged, the Fleet believes itself under attack and ''Galactica'' prepares to attack. The situation is defused when the ''Demetrius'' also returns after spooling up her FTL drives again ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

== Interior design ==

The main quarters area of the ship are small and cramped like that of a submarine. Even the captain's cabin is small and sparse. A common area exists for the crew to assemble and eat their meals.

The ship's bridge is laid out like a small [[CIC]] with a table in the center, surrounded by various screens and a tactical plot.

== Crew ==

The ''Demetrius'''s crew consists of:
* [[Kara Thrace]] - Commanding Officer
* [[Karl Agathon]] - Executive Officer
* [[Felix Gaeta]] - Navigator / Watch Officer
* [[Sharon Agathon]] - Raptor pilot
* [[Samuel Anders]] - Viper pilot
* [[Diana Seelix]] - Viper pilot, bridge staff
* [[Brendan Costanza]] - Viper pilot, bridge staff
* [[Eammon Pike]] - Viper pilot
* Unnamed [[tattooed pilot]] - Viper and Raptor pilot
* [[Erin Mathias]]† - Marine detachment commander
* [[Jean Barolay]]† - Civilian volunteer
* At least two additional unnamed [[Marines]]
* At least three other unnamed crew members

==Notes==
* The ship's name is first shown on the voting tally board in "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", but it doesn't appear until the Season 4 episode "[[The Ties That Bind]]".
* [[Ron D. Moore]] describes the ship as the "closest we’ve ever come to a sort of ''[[w:Das Boot|Das Boot]]'' – type look and feel on this programme since the [2003] [[Miniseries|mini series]]".<ref name="scifipulse">{{cite_web|url=http://scifipulse.net/battlestarnews/RDM_Dec_07.html|title=Ron Moore Gives Some Further Insights Into Season 4 Of Battlestar|date=11 December 2007|accessdate=14 December 2007|last=Cullen|first=Ian M.|format=|language=}}</ref>
* [[w:Demetrius I of Bactria|Demetrius I]] was a Greco-Bactrian king who reigned circa 200-180 BCE as well as [[w:Demetrius|many]] other historical figures.
* [[w:Demeter|Demeter]] is the Greek goddess of grain and agriculture, the pure nourisher of youth and the green earth, the health-giving cycle of life and death, and preserver of marriage and the sacred law.

==Related Images==
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Image:Demetrius front - Mojo.jpg|''Demetrius'' fore
Image:Demetrius Vipers.jpg|Mk II Vipers docked on ''Demetrius''
Image:Demetrius, Heavy Raider blown apart.jpg|A docked Heavy Raider explodes
Image:Vipers depart Demetrius.jpg|Vipers departing ''Demetrius''
</gallery>

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Demetrius

2008-06-09T18:28:28Z

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| title=Demetrius
| race= Colonial
| type= Civilian/Miltary
| ftl= Yes
| propol=
| crew= At least 16
| cap=
| co= [[Kara Thrace]]
| xo= [[Karl Agathon]]
| role= Sewage recycling ship<br/>Scavenger ship
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The '''''Demetrius''''' is a sewage processing ship in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]]. When [[Kendra Shaw]] tries to tune in to a [[Talk Wireless]] interview with Gaius Baltar, she picks up a transmission from the ''[[Adriatic]]'' to the ''Demetrius'' concerning cargo wasting in ''Adriatics'''s holds ([[Razor]]).

After [[Kara Thrace]]'s return, a torn [[William Adama]] sends Thrace and a hand-picked crew in the ''Demetrius'' on a mission to find [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], despite [[Laura Roslin]]'s warnings that Thrace is not to be trusted ([[Six of One]]). The Colonial public are told that they are on a survey mission to find food sources, though its disappearance is a matter of considerable media attention ([[The Ties That Bind]]). The ''Demetrius'' is accompanied by a detachment of five Vipers and a Raptor that are magnetically secured to the ship — four Vipers on the dorsal platform, and a Viper and a Raptor on the ventral one. At least one docking hatch exists on the port side.

After two months, the ''Demetrius'' is scheduled to rendezvous with the Fleet or be presumed destroyed. After encountering a [[Heavy Raider]] with a copy of [[Leoben Conoy (New Caprica copy)|Leoben Conoy]] aboard, however, Thrace decides to abandon the plan. Conoy offers an alliance between the humans and his faction in the [[Cylon civil war]], and Thrace wants to accompany him to his [[Basestar (RDM)|baseship]] in order to learn what the Cylons know about Earth, but her crew refuses to carry out the order ([[The Road Less Traveled]]).

Anders shoots [[Felix Gaeta]] in the leg over this and Thrace regains some control over her crew. She decides that it is too dangerous to take the entire ship and risk the lives of everyone on board, so she instead takes the Raptor with Anders, Barolay and Athena as her crew. Agathon remains in charge and decides to wait for her for just over 15 hours: the amount of time they can wait and still make the rendezvous with ''Galactica''. Eventually time runs out and though Agathon waits a minute longer it seems as if Thrace won't return. Just as the ship is about to jump, the Cylon rebels' basestar jumps in and he is contacted by Athena. The ''Demetrius'' and the basestar then prepare to jump to ''Galactica'' together ([[Faith]]).

However, due to their jump drives not being synchronized properly, the basestar arrives at the Fleet alone, causing a panic. With the [[wireless]] also damaged, the Fleet believes itself under attack and ''Galactica'' prepares to attack. The situation is defused when the ''Demetrius'' also returns after spooling up her FTL drives again ([[Guess What's Coming to Dinner?]]).

== Interior design ==

The main quarters area of the ship are small and cramped like that of a submarine. Even the captain's cabin is small and sparse. A common area exists for the crew to assemble and eat their meals.

The ship's bridge is laid out like a small [[CIC]] with a table in the center, surrounded by various screens and a tactical plot.

== Crew ==

The ''Demetrius'''s crew consists of:
* [[Kara Thrace]] - Commanding Officer
* [[Karl Agathon]] - Executive Officer
* [[Felix Gaeta]] - Navigator / Watch Officer
* [[Sharon Agathon]] - Raptor pilot
* [[Samuel Anders]] - Viper pilot
* [[Diana Seelix]] - Viper pilot, bridge staff
* [[Brendan Costanza]] - Viper pilot, bridge staff
* [[Eammon Pike]] - Viper pilot
* Unnamed [[tattooed pilot]] - Viper and Raptor pilot
* [[Erin Mathias]]† - Marine detachment commander
* [[Jean Barolay]]† - Civilian volunteer
* At least two additional unnamed [[Marines]]
* At least three other unnamed crew members

==Notes==
* The ship's name is first shown on the voting tally board in "[[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]", but it doesn't appear until the Season 4 episode "[[The Ties That Bind]]".
* [[Ron D. Moore]] describes the ship as the "closest we’ve ever come to a sort of ''[[w:Das Boot|Das Boot]]'' – type look and feel on this programme since the [2003] [[Miniseries|mini series]]".<ref name="scifipulse">{{cite_web|url=http://scifipulse.net/battlestarnews/RDM_Dec_07.html|title=Ron Moore Gives Some Further Insights Into Season 4 Of Battlestar|date=11 December 2007|accessdate=14 December 2007|last=Cullen|first=Ian M.|format=|language=}}</ref>
* [[w:Demetrius I of Bactria|Demetrius I]] was a Greco-Bactrian king who reigned circa 200-180 BCE as well as [[w:Demetrius|many]] other historical figures.
* [[w:Demeter|Demeter]] is the Greek goddess of grain and agriculture, the pure nourisher of youth and the green earth, the health-giving cycle of life and death, and preserver of marriage and the sacred law.

==Related Images==
<gallery>
Image:Demetrius Vipers.jpg|Mk II Vipers docked on ''Demetrius''
Image:Demetrius 1.jpg|''Demetrius'' fore
Image:Demetrius, Heavy Raider blown apart.jpg|A docked Heavy Raider explodes
Image:Vipers depart Demetrius.jpg|Vipers departing ''Demetrius''
</gallery>

==References==
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Ben Stark

2008-05-28T20:26:15Z

Helo87: Added actor who's playing him.

{{spoiler}}
{{Character Data
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|colony= [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]]
|callsign=
|seen= Caprica (series)
|pseen= ''Caprica''
|death=
|parents=
|siblings=
|children=
|marital status=
|role= holographic avatar
|rank=
|actor= Avan Jogia<ref name="News & Notes">{{cite_web|url=http://galacticasitrep.blogspot.com/|title=News & Notes|date=May 28, 2008}}</ref>.
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}}
'''Ben Stark''' is a student at the Athena Academy on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]], a private religious school. He and some of other bright students, including [[Lacy]] and Stark's girlfriend, [[Zoe Graystone]], are introduced by the school headmistress, Sister [[Clarice Willow]] to the [[Soldiers of One]], an illegal [[monotheism|monotheistic]] cult of one [[God (RDM)|god]].

Ben becomes a fanatical monotheist and while he induces Graystone and Lacy to leave Caprica with him, he instead blows up their train and himself with a bomb. Like Graystone, he uploaded his memories into an online [[holographic avatar]] named '''Ben-A''', who has contact only with Sister Willow (''[[Caprica (series)|Caprica]]'').<ref name="casting call">{{cite_web|url=http://www.tvsquad.com/2008/04/03/exclusive-caprica-casting-info-revealed/|title=Caprica casting info|date=Apr 3, 2008}}</ref>.

== References ==
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Battle of NCD2539

2008-05-23T21:12:08Z

Helo87:

{{Battle Data
| name= Battle of NCD2539
| image= 3x7-BattleOfNCD2539.jpg
| description=
| conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon War]]
| date= Unknown
| place=The region of [[NCD2539]], above/north
| result= Colonial objective to infect Resurrection Ship aborted. Tactical draw.
| combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
| combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
| co1=Admiral [[William Adama]]
| co2=[[Basestar command]]
| strength1=Battlestar ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' <br/>multiple support [[Vipers]], [[Raptors]]
| strength2=One [[Resurrection Ship]]<br/> Five [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]], associated [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]], [[Heavy Raider]]s,
| shiploss1= None
| shiploss2= Unknown
| casualties1=None
| casualties2=Unknown, dozens of Raiders
| prev=[[Battle of New Caprica]]
| next=[[Battle of the Algae Planet]]
| series=RDM
}}

Having recently taken several infected humanoid Cylon prisoners from an [[Torn|epidemic]] basestar, the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] attempts to rid itself of the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] threat through the use of a virulent biological weapon.

President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] provides the presidential authorization required for the use of biological weapons. ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'', leaving all civilian ships at a safe location, jumps to a location in open space near [[NCD2539]], where a known Cylon supply route lies. Admiral [[William Adama|Adama]]'s intent is to lure Cylon forces, including coverage by a [[Resurrection Ship]], into the area so that when the Colonials execute their infected Humanoid Cylon prisoners, [[Resurrection (RDM)|download]] of their consciousnesses would infect the Cylon populace with a [[Lymphocytic encephalitis|human virus with a bioelectric pathogen]] that could eventually annihilate the Cylon race.

Shortly after ''Galactica'' arrives, two scouting [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] jump into the vicinity, then jump away after observing ''Galactica''. Five basestars and a Resurrection Ship appear within minutes. As part of their feint, ''Galactica'' launches multiple Vipers and Raptors, with the latter firing an open salvo of missiles into the Cylon Raider swarm.

No one in [[CIC]] knows that ''Galactica'''s prisoner compartment is vented as an act of mission sabotage, asphyxiating the prisoners before the Resurrection Ship is in range. With the Cylons now nearby, Admiral Adama orders the execution of the Cylon prisoners. Attempting this, the prisoners are found to already be dead.

With the objective no longer possible, Admiral Adama aborts the mission, ordering his pilots to land and returning his battlestar to the Fleet
([[A Measure of Salvation]]).

==Analysis==

*In this engagement, [[Raptors]] are shown loaded to the teeth with weapons systems. In the past ([[Miniseries]],[[Image:3x7-BattleOfNCD2539RaptorsFiring.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Raptors firing missiles.]] "[[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]"), Raptors have rarely been depicted in actual combat, preferring instead to hang back while coordinating battlefield logistics. They have been shown armed in a few prior episodes ("[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]", "[[Fragged]]"), and this is their most prominent combat role to date. The Raptors are using the external missile pods and cannons introduced in "[[Exodus, Part I|Exodus, Part I]] & [[Exodus, Part II|II]]" and engage in the same maneuver used to launch the decoy drones during the [[Battle of New Caprica]].
* Despite the damage inflicted during the Battle of New Caprica, ''Galactica'' shows her durability here by engaging in combat operations, successfully holding off a Cylon fleet for a short duration without suffering damage. At least some of the ship's [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series|point defense guns and main batteries]] appear functional.

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Battle of Kobol (TRS)

2008-05-23T21:02:35Z

Helo87: /* Raptor Team Rescue */

:''For information on a battle over [[Kobol (TOS)|Kobol]] from the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]], see [[Battle of Kobol (TOS)]].''

{{Battle Data
|name=Battle of Kobol
|image=DoctorStrangeLove.jpg
|description=Cylon basestar destroyed by a tactical nuke, in orbit of Kobol
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Day 50-51]]
|place=[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], nearby space
|result=[[Colonial]] victory
|combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Commander [[William Adama]], Colonel [[Saul Tigh]]
|co2=[[Basestar command]]
|strength1=[[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica]]''<br>18-35 [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]]<br>6 [[Raptor|Raptors]]<br>
1 captured [[Raider]] (on Caprica)
|strength2=2 [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]]<br>[[Raiders]]<br>At least one [[Heavy Raider]]<br>
Fixed anti-aircraft emplacement (on Kobol)<br>
At least 5 [[Cylon Centurion]]s on Kobol<br>
10 Cylon Centurions on ''Galactica''
|shiploss1=2 Raptors
|shiploss2=1 basestar over Kobol,
Unknown number of Raiders,
1 Heavy Raider
|casualties1=10 killed on [[Raptor 3]],<br/>
4 on [[Raptor 1]],<br/>
11 killed in Cylon boarding of ''Galactica''. <ref>This number comes from the [[survivor count]] shown in the opening credits of "[[Fragged]]". However, this number is barely sufficient to account for the many bodies seen in throughout the hallways.</ref>
|casualties2=Loss of at least 5 Centurions on Kobol.<br>Loss of 10 Centurions on ''Galactica''
|prev=[[Battle for the Tylium Asteroid]]
|next=[[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot]]
|series=RDM
}}
The '''Battle of Kobol''' occurs when ''Galactica'' stumbles on the mythological human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] and attempts to discover its secrets.

== Discovery ==

During a reconnaissance flight, [[Sharon Valerii|Sharon "Boomer" Valerii]] and [[Alex Quartararo|Alex "Crashdown" Quartararo]] return to ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' with information on an unusual habitable planet. Though Quartararo originally proposes this planet to be the sought-after [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], a strangely attentive Valerii explains that this is something "much more important". Investigation of the ruins and features of the planet confirm that ''Galactica'' has accidentally discovered the original human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], detailed extensively in the [[Sacred Scrolls|scriptures]] of the [[Lords of Kobol]]. Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] directs three [[Raptor]]s to conduct a thorough surface survey of the planet, particularly to note whether the Fleet could settle there.

When the Raptors [[FTL|jump]] into Kobol’s orbit, they come into contact with a squadron of [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]]. One Raptor is destroyed when it collides with a Raider, and a second jumps away to safety. The [[Raptor 1|third Raptor]] is shot down and crash-lands in a marsh on the planet’s surface, proximal to a ruined [[Opera House]].

Since the orbiting [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] prohibits a rescue of the surviving crashed Raptor crew, [[Kara Thrace]] suggests the use of the captured Raider ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]) to sneak into the basestar with a nuclear warhead. The warhead would be activated shortly after the Raider’s departure, destroying the basestar and as many enemy fighters as possible. Naturally, Thrace volunteers to complete the mission.

Adama agrees to the plan, but intervention by President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] leads Thrace to disobey orders and to divert the Raider to [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] in search of the [[Arrow of Apollo]]. While on a test flight—with [[Lee Adama]] as her wingman—Thrace activates the Raider’s FTL drive and jumps back to Colonial space, abandoning ''Galactica'' and leaving her crew without means by which to infiltrate the enemy basestar. This development infuriates Commander Adama and forces him to use alternative means of getting the warhead onto the enemy capital ship. Consequently, he orders a Raptor to be equipped with a [[Cylon transponder]] (to fool the Cylons into thinking that the Raptor is a captured vessel) and directs Valerii, with [[Margaret Edmondson|Margaret "Racetrack" Edmondson]] as her [[ECO]], to fly into the basestar to deploy the warhead ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).

When Valerii and Edmondson arrive in orbit of Kobol, the transponder proves to function as intended, and the Raptor enters the basestar without Cylon resistance. However, once inside a problem with weapon deployment forces them to land within a habitable area and manually release the weapon. While working to disconnect the warhead from the couplings that bind it to the Raptor, Valerii encounters several [[Humanoid Cylon|Cylon]] copies of herself. The copies attempt to talk, and repeatedly profess their love to her, but the frightened Valerii—having successfully decoupled the warhead—flees to the Raptor and instigates a hasty departure, much to Edmondson's bewilderment. The copies detect the nuclear warhead and approach it, but nevertheless allow the device to detonate, engulfing them and their vessel.

Upon their return to ''Galactica'', both Valerii and Edmondson are summoned to the CIC for commendation. As Adama approaches Valerii in congratulation, she retrieves her side-arm and shoots him twice at point-blank range—her latent Cylon programming having been further activated during her time aboard the basestar ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).

== Scattering of the Fleet ==

In the chaos caused by the shooting, another basestar suddenly appears, and Colonel [[Saul Tigh|Tigh]] assumes charge of ''Galactica'' with Captain [[Aaron Kelly|Kelly]] serving as his second in command. Caught by surprise and facing certain destruction, Tigh orders the Fleet to jump to [[Emergency Jump Coordinates|emergency coordinates]] (pre-planned in standard procedure by Lieutenant [[Felix Gaeta|Gaeta]]).

While relaying the emergency jump order to the civilian ships, Gaeta neglects to update their jump coordinates, and the Fleet departs with data not fitting the local space-time conditions. Thus, after escaping the Cylons, ''Galactica'' finds herself removed from the rest of the Fleet, which has ended up in a separate and unknown location. Meanwhile, the available medical staff attends to the near-fatally wounded Adama ([[Dr. Cottle]] is overseeing patients on another ship), and Marines drag a confused and hysterical Valerii to the [[brig]] on Tigh’s orders.

To determine the co-ordinates of the Fleet, Gaeta devises a dangerous but necessary plan. He networks the FTL computer to the Navigation, Damage Control, and Fire Control computers aboard ''Galactica'', so that it will only take 10 minutes (as opposed to 12 hours if said computers are not linked) to compute the Fleet's location. However, not only will this involve jumping back to their previous location, where they will most certainly be ambushed by an awaiting basetsar, but networking the computers will make ''Galactica'' susceptible to Cylon infiltration. Knowing that the Cylons will attempt to penetrate any network they set up, Gaeta erects four software firewalls to slow the progress of the anticipated electronic attack.

Meanwhile, on Kobol, the downed Raptor crew - lead by an inexperienced [[Crashdown]] - attends as best they can to their injured. [[Socinus]] is in especially critical condition, having suffered severe lung damage from smoke inhalation. However, they are soon attacked by Cylons and flee in to the woods for cover.

Back on ''Galactica'', final preparations are made to effectively deal with the imminent battle, and the battlestar jumps to her previous location where, sure enough, she is attacked by the lurking basestar. As Gaeta works to calculate the Fleet’s end-point coordinates, the basestar deploys hundreds of Raiders against ''Galactica'' and Vipers are scrambled in defense of the vessel. With Apollo as squadron leader, the air wing engages the oncoming wave of Raiders and a chaotic skirmish erupts. During the course of the ensuing battle, a [[Heavy Raider]] carrying a Centurion boarding party advances in ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s direction, but Apollo spots the craft and assails it with a team of other Viper pilots. After briefly trading fire with the Vipers, the Heavy Raider veers into ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s firing solution and crash-lands into the [[Galactica Museum|converted]] starboard [[flight pod]], depressurizing it.

Gaeta successfully obtains the Fleet's coordinates and disconnects the network, but not before a Cylon virus infects one of the networked systems unknown to the command staff. With the crew having completed what they set out to do, Tigh orders all Vipers to retreat and the battlestar jumps away once more ([[Scattered]]).

== Cylon Boarding ==

After successfully reuniting with the Fleet, ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s power systems shut down unexpectedly. [[James Lyman|Jammer]] reports to Apollo that the phones are working but are being jammed with unfamiliar communications – as such, they cannot contact damage control.

While crews attempt to orient themselves in the darkened battlestar and commence work to re-power the ship, the crashed Heavy Raider in ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s starboard landing pod deploys 10 heavily-armored Centurions. As the Cylons make their way into the ship, Gaeta notes that a virus has infected some of the ship's computers while they were networked, and that this is the likely cause of the power outage. He quickly assembles teams to clean out the infection.

When Apollo, [[Louanne Katraine|Kat]], [[Brendan Costanza|Hot Dog]] and [[Flyboy]] are viciously attacked by a marauding Centurion, Flyboy is killed. After learning that the ship was boarded, Tigh orders teams of [[Marines]] assembled to deal with the Cylon menace. Having [[Brenik|previous experience]] with this type of attack, he instructs the teams not to defend the gun magazines, but to try to keep the Centurions from reaching [[Auxiliary Fire Control]] and [[Aft Damage Control]]. Should the Centurions reach said areas, they will neutralize the crew by venting the ship's atmosphere, and then turn ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s guns on the unarmed Fleet.

Marine forces engage the Centurions throughout the ship and a team led by Lee Adama, consisting, among others, of [[Collishaw]] and [[Twinam]], successfully destroys the last Centurions before they reach Aft Damage Control, though not without losses. Meanwhile, Gaeta and his team complete the task of cleaning out the virus, and are able to restore power and communications. They are successful for the time being, but the virus [[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot|leaves behind]] a [[logic bomb]] ([[Scattered]]).

== Raptor Team Rescue ==

On Kobol - shortly after [[Socinus]] is euthanized due to his mortal injuries and [[Tarn]] is cut down by enemy fire - Crashdown and the Raptor team locate a group of three Centurions, and notice them cannibalizing a downed Heavy Raider. After some additional recon, they conclude that the automatons are using the vessel’s parts to build an anti-aircraft battery by which to destroy any [[SAR|search-and-rescue]] craft sent to find the stranded team. The battery is linked to a [[DRADIS]] dish set up some distance from the battery that is used to track incoming Raptors. Meanwhile on ''Galactica'', Apollo begins preparations to rescue the downed Raptor crew from Kobol, and leads a team with two Raptors as part of the rescue team.

Crashdown develops a foolhardy plan to attack the command and control console at the launcher by flanking the Centurions and sending [[Cally]] on a possibly suicidal diversionary feint. As the team prepares their attack, they discover there are five Centurions, not three as initially counted by [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]]. Chief [[Galen Tyrol|Tyrol]] points out that the two Centurions that guarded the dish had moved to the launcher, leaving the DRADIS dish completely unguarded. If the team can cover the one kilometer distance to the dish quick enough to destroy it, Tyrol reasons, they can render the launcher tactically worthless. Additionally, if they take this course of action, the team would not have to face the Cylons head on.

As the team detect the sonic booms caused by Raptors entering the atmosphere - indicating the arrival of their rescuers - Crashdown panics and negates Tyrol's new plan. He orders Cally to initiate the diversion, but she freezes in terror. When Crashdown threatens to kill her for disobeying a direct order, Baltar shoots him in the back, killing him. The gunshot alerts the Centurions to the team's presence and they open fire on their position.

With the Cylons quickly nearly on top of them, Tyrol hastily orders everyone flee for the DRADIS dish and the team fights a running battle with the Centurions to see who can get to there first. During the chase, [[Diana Seelix|Seelix]] is shot in the leg by an approaching Centurion, and is dragged to safety by Cally. Concurrently, the Cylon battery fires on the incoming Raptors, but Chief Tyrol successfully destroys the DRADIS dish, breaking the missiles' lock on the Raptors.

As the ground team is pinned down and nearly defeated, Tyrol makes a last stand by openly attacking the Centurions with only his pistol. Unexpectedly for him, the Centurions are obliterated by a missile fired from Apollo's Raptor. Subsequently, the Raptors land in a clearing and the survivors are returned to ''Galactica'' ([[Fragged]]).

== References ==
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Battle of Kobol (TRS)

2008-05-23T21:01:09Z

Helo87: /* Cylon Boarding */

:''For information on a battle over [[Kobol (TOS)|Kobol]] from the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]], see [[Battle of Kobol (TOS)]].''

{{Battle Data
|name=Battle of Kobol
|image=DoctorStrangeLove.jpg
|description=Cylon basestar destroyed by a tactical nuke, in orbit of Kobol
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Day 50-51]]
|place=[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], nearby space
|result=[[Colonial]] victory
|combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Commander [[William Adama]], Colonel [[Saul Tigh]]
|co2=[[Basestar command]]
|strength1=[[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica]]''<br>18-35 [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]]<br>6 [[Raptor|Raptors]]<br>
1 captured [[Raider]] (on Caprica)
|strength2=2 [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]]<br>[[Raiders]]<br>At least one [[Heavy Raider]]<br>
Fixed anti-aircraft emplacement (on Kobol)<br>
At least 5 [[Cylon Centurion]]s on Kobol<br>
10 Cylon Centurions on ''Galactica''
|shiploss1=2 Raptors
|shiploss2=1 basestar over Kobol,
Unknown number of Raiders,
1 Heavy Raider
|casualties1=10 killed on [[Raptor 3]],<br/>
4 on [[Raptor 1]],<br/>
11 killed in Cylon boarding of ''Galactica''. <ref>This number comes from the [[survivor count]] shown in the opening credits of "[[Fragged]]". However, this number is barely sufficient to account for the many bodies seen in throughout the hallways.</ref>
|casualties2=Loss of at least 5 Centurions on Kobol.<br>Loss of 10 Centurions on ''Galactica''
|prev=[[Battle for the Tylium Asteroid]]
|next=[[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot]]
|series=RDM
}}
The '''Battle of Kobol''' occurs when ''Galactica'' stumbles on the mythological human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] and attempts to discover its secrets.

== Discovery ==

During a reconnaissance flight, [[Sharon Valerii|Sharon "Boomer" Valerii]] and [[Alex Quartararo|Alex "Crashdown" Quartararo]] return to ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' with information on an unusual habitable planet. Though Quartararo originally proposes this planet to be the sought-after [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], a strangely attentive Valerii explains that this is something "much more important". Investigation of the ruins and features of the planet confirm that ''Galactica'' has accidentally discovered the original human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], detailed extensively in the [[Sacred Scrolls|scriptures]] of the [[Lords of Kobol]]. Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] directs three [[Raptor]]s to conduct a thorough surface survey of the planet, particularly to note whether the Fleet could settle there.

When the Raptors [[FTL|jump]] into Kobol’s orbit, they come into contact with a squadron of [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]]. One Raptor is destroyed when it collides with a Raider, and a second jumps away to safety. The [[Raptor 1|third Raptor]] is shot down and crash-lands in a marsh on the planet’s surface, proximal to a ruined [[Opera House]].

Since the orbiting [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] prohibits a rescue of the surviving crashed Raptor crew, [[Kara Thrace]] suggests the use of the captured Raider ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]) to sneak into the basestar with a nuclear warhead. The warhead would be activated shortly after the Raider’s departure, destroying the basestar and as many enemy fighters as possible. Naturally, Thrace volunteers to complete the mission.

Adama agrees to the plan, but intervention by President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] leads Thrace to disobey orders and to divert the Raider to [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] in search of the [[Arrow of Apollo]]. While on a test flight—with [[Lee Adama]] as her wingman—Thrace activates the Raider’s FTL drive and jumps back to Colonial space, abandoning ''Galactica'' and leaving her crew without means by which to infiltrate the enemy basestar. This development infuriates Commander Adama and forces him to use alternative means of getting the warhead onto the enemy capital ship. Consequently, he orders a Raptor to be equipped with a [[Cylon transponder]] (to fool the Cylons into thinking that the Raptor is a captured vessel) and directs Valerii, with [[Margaret Edmondson|Margaret "Racetrack" Edmondson]] as her [[ECO]], to fly into the basestar to deploy the warhead ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).

When Valerii and Edmondson arrive in orbit of Kobol, the transponder proves to function as intended, and the Raptor enters the basestar without Cylon resistance. However, once inside a problem with weapon deployment forces them to land within a habitable area and manually release the weapon. While working to disconnect the warhead from the couplings that bind it to the Raptor, Valerii encounters several [[Humanoid Cylon|Cylon]] copies of herself. The copies attempt to talk, and repeatedly profess their love to her, but the frightened Valerii—having successfully decoupled the warhead—flees to the Raptor and instigates a hasty departure, much to Edmondson's bewilderment. The copies detect the nuclear warhead and approach it, but nevertheless allow the device to detonate, engulfing them and their vessel.

Upon their return to ''Galactica'', both Valerii and Edmondson are summoned to the CIC for commendation. As Adama approaches Valerii in congratulation, she retrieves her side-arm and shoots him twice at point-blank range—her latent Cylon programming having been further activated during her time aboard the basestar ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).

== Scattering of the Fleet ==

In the chaos caused by the shooting, another basestar suddenly appears, and Colonel [[Saul Tigh|Tigh]] assumes charge of ''Galactica'' with Captain [[Aaron Kelly|Kelly]] serving as his second in command. Caught by surprise and facing certain destruction, Tigh orders the Fleet to jump to [[Emergency Jump Coordinates|emergency coordinates]] (pre-planned in standard procedure by Lieutenant [[Felix Gaeta|Gaeta]]).

While relaying the emergency jump order to the civilian ships, Gaeta neglects to update their jump coordinates, and the Fleet departs with data not fitting the local space-time conditions. Thus, after escaping the Cylons, ''Galactica'' finds herself removed from the rest of the Fleet, which has ended up in a separate and unknown location. Meanwhile, the available medical staff attends to the near-fatally wounded Adama ([[Dr. Cottle]] is overseeing patients on another ship), and Marines drag a confused and hysterical Valerii to the [[brig]] on Tigh’s orders.

To determine the co-ordinates of the Fleet, Gaeta devises a dangerous but necessary plan. He networks the FTL computer to the Navigation, Damage Control, and Fire Control computers aboard ''Galactica'', so that it will only take 10 minutes (as opposed to 12 hours if said computers are not linked) to compute the Fleet's location. However, not only will this involve jumping back to their previous location, where they will most certainly be ambushed by an awaiting basetsar, but networking the computers will make ''Galactica'' susceptible to Cylon infiltration. Knowing that the Cylons will attempt to penetrate any network they set up, Gaeta erects four software firewalls to slow the progress of the anticipated electronic attack.

Meanwhile, on Kobol, the downed Raptor crew - lead by an inexperienced [[Crashdown]] - attends as best they can to their injured. [[Socinus]] is in especially critical condition, having suffered severe lung damage from smoke inhalation. However, they are soon attacked by Cylons and flee in to the woods for cover.

Back on ''Galactica'', final preparations are made to effectively deal with the imminent battle, and the battlestar jumps to her previous location where, sure enough, she is attacked by the lurking basestar. As Gaeta works to calculate the Fleet’s end-point coordinates, the basestar deploys hundreds of Raiders against ''Galactica'' and Vipers are scrambled in defense of the vessel. With Apollo as squadron leader, the air wing engages the oncoming wave of Raiders and a chaotic skirmish erupts. During the course of the ensuing battle, a [[Heavy Raider]] carrying a Centurion boarding party advances in ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s direction, but Apollo spots the craft and assails it with a team of other Viper pilots. After briefly trading fire with the Vipers, the Heavy Raider veers into ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s firing solution and crash-lands into the [[Galactica Museum|converted]] starboard [[flight pod]], depressurizing it.

Gaeta successfully obtains the Fleet's coordinates and disconnects the network, but not before a Cylon virus infects one of the networked systems unknown to the command staff. With the crew having completed what they set out to do, Tigh orders all Vipers to retreat and the battlestar jumps away once more ([[Scattered]]).

== Cylon Boarding ==

After successfully reuniting with the Fleet, ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s power systems shut down unexpectedly. [[James Lyman|Jammer]] reports to Apollo that the phones are working but are being jammed with unfamiliar communications – as such, they cannot contact damage control.

While crews attempt to orient themselves in the darkened battlestar and commence work to re-power the ship, the crashed Heavy Raider in ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s starboard landing pod deploys 10 heavily-armored Centurions. As the Cylons make their way into the ship, Gaeta notes that a virus has infected some of the ship's computers while they were networked, and that this is the likely cause of the power outage. He quickly assembles teams to clean out the infection.

When Apollo, [[Louanne Katraine|Kat]], [[Brendan Costanza|Hot Dog]] and [[Flyboy]] are viciously attacked by a marauding Centurion, Flyboy is killed. After learning that the ship was boarded, Tigh orders teams of [[Marines]] assembled to deal with the Cylon menace. Having [[Brenik|previous experience]] with this type of attack, he instructs the teams not to defend the gun magazines, but to try to keep the Centurions from reaching [[Auxiliary Fire Control]] and [[Aft Damage Control]]. Should the Centurions reach said areas, they will neutralize the crew by venting the ship's atmosphere, and then turn ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s guns on the unarmed Fleet.

Marine forces engage the Centurions throughout the ship and a team led by Lee Adama, consisting, among others, of [[Collishaw]] and [[Twinam]], successfully destroys the last Centurions before they reach Aft Damage Control, though not without losses. Meanwhile, Gaeta and his team complete the task of cleaning out the virus, and are able to restore power and communications. They are successful for the time being, but the virus [[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot|leaves behind]] a [[logic bomb]] ([[Scattered]]).

== Raptor Team Rescue ==

On Kobol - shortly after [[Socinus]] is euthanized due to his mortal injuries and [[Tarn]] is cut down by enemy fire - Crashdown and the Raptor team locate a group of three Centurions, and notice them cannibalizing a downed Heavy Raider. After some additional recon, they conclude that the automatons are using the vessel’s parts to build an anti-aircraft battery by which to destroy any [[SAR|search-and-rescue]] craft sent to find the stranded team. The battery is linked to a [[DRADIS]] dish set up some distance from the battery that is used to track incoming Raptors. Meanwhile on ''Galactica'', Apollo begins preparations to rescue the downed Raptor crew from Kobol, and leads a team with two Raptors as part of the rescue team.

Crashdown develops a foolhardy plan to attack the command and control console at the launcher by flanking the Centurions and sending [[Cally]] on a possibly suicidal diversionary feint. As the team prepares their attack, they discover there are five Centurions, not three as initially counted by [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]]. Chief [[Galen Tyrol|Tyrol]] points out that the two Centurions that guarded the dish had moved to the launcher, leaving the DRADIS dish completely unguarded. If the team can cover the one kilometer distance to the dish quick enough to destroy it, Tyrol reasons, they can render the launcher tactically worthless. Additionally, if they take this course of action, the team would not have to face the Cylons head on.

As the team detect the sonic booms caused by Raptors entering the atmosphere - indicating the arrival of their rescuers - Crashdown panics and negates Tyrol's new plan. He orders Cally to initiate the diversion, but she freezes in terror. When Crashdown threatens to kill her for disobeying a direct order, Baltar shoots him in the back, killing him. The gunshot alerts the Centurions to the team's presence and they open fire on their position.

With the Cylons quickly nearly on top of them, Tyrol hastily orders everyone flee for the DRADIS dish and the team fights a running battle with the Centurions to see who can get to there first. During the chase, [[Diana Seelix|Seelix]] is shot in the leg by an approaching Centurion, and is dragged to safety by Cally. The Cylon battery fires on the incoming Raptors, but Chief Tyrol successfully destroys the DRADIS dish, breaking the missiles' lock on the Raptors.

As the ground team is pinned down and nearly defeated, Tyrol makes a last stand by openly attacking the Centurions with only his pistol. Unexpectedly for him, the Centurions are obliterated by a missile fired from Apollo's Raptor. Subsequently, the Raptors land in a clearing and the survivors are returned to ''Galactica'' ([[Fragged]]).

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Battle of Kobol (TRS)

2008-05-23T20:58:18Z

Helo87: /* Cylon Boarding */

:''For information on a battle over [[Kobol (TOS)|Kobol]] from the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]], see [[Battle of Kobol (TOS)]].''

{{Battle Data
|name=Battle of Kobol
|image=DoctorStrangeLove.jpg
|description=Cylon basestar destroyed by a tactical nuke, in orbit of Kobol
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Day 50-51]]
|place=[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], nearby space
|result=[[Colonial]] victory
|combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Commander [[William Adama]], Colonel [[Saul Tigh]]
|co2=[[Basestar command]]
|strength1=[[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica]]''<br>18-35 [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]]<br>6 [[Raptor|Raptors]]<br>
1 captured [[Raider]] (on Caprica)
|strength2=2 [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]]<br>[[Raiders]]<br>At least one [[Heavy Raider]]<br>
Fixed anti-aircraft emplacement (on Kobol)<br>
At least 5 [[Cylon Centurion]]s on Kobol<br>
10 Cylon Centurions on ''Galactica''
|shiploss1=2 Raptors
|shiploss2=1 basestar over Kobol,
Unknown number of Raiders,
1 Heavy Raider
|casualties1=10 killed on [[Raptor 3]],<br/>
4 on [[Raptor 1]],<br/>
11 killed in Cylon boarding of ''Galactica''. <ref>This number comes from the [[survivor count]] shown in the opening credits of "[[Fragged]]". However, this number is barely sufficient to account for the many bodies seen in throughout the hallways.</ref>
|casualties2=Loss of at least 5 Centurions on Kobol.<br>Loss of 10 Centurions on ''Galactica''
|prev=[[Battle for the Tylium Asteroid]]
|next=[[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot]]
|series=RDM
}}
The '''Battle of Kobol''' occurs when ''Galactica'' stumbles on the mythological human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] and attempts to discover its secrets.

== Discovery ==

During a reconnaissance flight, [[Sharon Valerii|Sharon "Boomer" Valerii]] and [[Alex Quartararo|Alex "Crashdown" Quartararo]] return to ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' with information on an unusual habitable planet. Though Quartararo originally proposes this planet to be the sought-after [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], a strangely attentive Valerii explains that this is something "much more important". Investigation of the ruins and features of the planet confirm that ''Galactica'' has accidentally discovered the original human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], detailed extensively in the [[Sacred Scrolls|scriptures]] of the [[Lords of Kobol]]. Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] directs three [[Raptor]]s to conduct a thorough surface survey of the planet, particularly to note whether the Fleet could settle there.

When the Raptors [[FTL|jump]] into Kobol’s orbit, they come into contact with a squadron of [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]]. One Raptor is destroyed when it collides with a Raider, and a second jumps away to safety. The [[Raptor 1|third Raptor]] is shot down and crash-lands in a marsh on the planet’s surface, proximal to a ruined [[Opera House]].

Since the orbiting [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] prohibits a rescue of the surviving crashed Raptor crew, [[Kara Thrace]] suggests the use of the captured Raider ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]) to sneak into the basestar with a nuclear warhead. The warhead would be activated shortly after the Raider’s departure, destroying the basestar and as many enemy fighters as possible. Naturally, Thrace volunteers to complete the mission.

Adama agrees to the plan, but intervention by President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] leads Thrace to disobey orders and to divert the Raider to [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] in search of the [[Arrow of Apollo]]. While on a test flight—with [[Lee Adama]] as her wingman—Thrace activates the Raider’s FTL drive and jumps back to Colonial space, abandoning ''Galactica'' and leaving her crew without means by which to infiltrate the enemy basestar. This development infuriates Commander Adama and forces him to use alternative means of getting the warhead onto the enemy capital ship. Consequently, he orders a Raptor to be equipped with a [[Cylon transponder]] (to fool the Cylons into thinking that the Raptor is a captured vessel) and directs Valerii, with [[Margaret Edmondson|Margaret "Racetrack" Edmondson]] as her [[ECO]], to fly into the basestar to deploy the warhead ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).

When Valerii and Edmondson arrive in orbit of Kobol, the transponder proves to function as intended, and the Raptor enters the basestar without Cylon resistance. However, once inside a problem with weapon deployment forces them to land within a habitable area and manually release the weapon. While working to disconnect the warhead from the couplings that bind it to the Raptor, Valerii encounters several [[Humanoid Cylon|Cylon]] copies of herself. The copies attempt to talk, and repeatedly profess their love to her, but the frightened Valerii—having successfully decoupled the warhead—flees to the Raptor and instigates a hasty departure, much to Edmondson's bewilderment. The copies detect the nuclear warhead and approach it, but nevertheless allow the device to detonate, engulfing them and their vessel.

Upon their return to ''Galactica'', both Valerii and Edmondson are summoned to the CIC for commendation. As Adama approaches Valerii in congratulation, she retrieves her side-arm and shoots him twice at point-blank range—her latent Cylon programming having been further activated during her time aboard the basestar ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).

== Scattering of the Fleet ==

In the chaos caused by the shooting, another basestar suddenly appears, and Colonel [[Saul Tigh|Tigh]] assumes charge of ''Galactica'' with Captain [[Aaron Kelly|Kelly]] serving as his second in command. Caught by surprise and facing certain destruction, Tigh orders the Fleet to jump to [[Emergency Jump Coordinates|emergency coordinates]] (pre-planned in standard procedure by Lieutenant [[Felix Gaeta|Gaeta]]).

While relaying the emergency jump order to the civilian ships, Gaeta neglects to update their jump coordinates, and the Fleet departs with data not fitting the local space-time conditions. Thus, after escaping the Cylons, ''Galactica'' finds herself removed from the rest of the Fleet, which has ended up in a separate and unknown location. Meanwhile, the available medical staff attends to the near-fatally wounded Adama ([[Dr. Cottle]] is overseeing patients on another ship), and Marines drag a confused and hysterical Valerii to the [[brig]] on Tigh’s orders.

To determine the co-ordinates of the Fleet, Gaeta devises a dangerous but necessary plan. He networks the FTL computer to the Navigation, Damage Control, and Fire Control computers aboard ''Galactica'', so that it will only take 10 minutes (as opposed to 12 hours if said computers are not linked) to compute the Fleet's location. However, not only will this involve jumping back to their previous location, where they will most certainly be ambushed by an awaiting basetsar, but networking the computers will make ''Galactica'' susceptible to Cylon infiltration. Knowing that the Cylons will attempt to penetrate any network they set up, Gaeta erects four software firewalls to slow the progress of the anticipated electronic attack.

Meanwhile, on Kobol, the downed Raptor crew - lead by an inexperienced [[Crashdown]] - attends as best they can to their injured. [[Socinus]] is in especially critical condition, having suffered severe lung damage from smoke inhalation. However, they are soon attacked by Cylons and flee in to the woods for cover.

Back on ''Galactica'', final preparations are made to effectively deal with the imminent battle, and the battlestar jumps to her previous location where, sure enough, she is attacked by the lurking basestar. As Gaeta works to calculate the Fleet’s end-point coordinates, the basestar deploys hundreds of Raiders against ''Galactica'' and Vipers are scrambled in defense of the vessel. With Apollo as squadron leader, the air wing engages the oncoming wave of Raiders and a chaotic skirmish erupts. During the course of the ensuing battle, a [[Heavy Raider]] carrying a Centurion boarding party advances in ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s direction, but Apollo spots the craft and assails it with a team of other Viper pilots. After briefly trading fire with the Vipers, the Heavy Raider veers into ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s firing solution and crash-lands into the [[Galactica Museum|converted]] starboard [[flight pod]], depressurizing it.

Gaeta successfully obtains the Fleet's coordinates and disconnects the network, but not before a Cylon virus infects one of the networked systems unknown to the command staff. With the crew having completed what they set out to do, Tigh orders all Vipers to retreat and the battlestar jumps away once more ([[Scattered]]).

== Cylon Boarding ==

After successfully reuniting with the Fleet, ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s power systems shut down unexpectedly. [[James Lyman|Jammer]] reports to Apollo that the phones are working but are being jammed with unfamiliar communications – as such, they cannot contact damage control.

While crews attempt to orient themselves in the darkened battlestar and commence work to re-power the ship, the crashed Heavy Raider in ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s starboard landing pod deploys 10 heavily-armored Centurions. As the Cylons make their way into the ship, Gaeta notes that a virus has infected some of the ship's computers while they were networked, and that this is the likely cause of the power outage. He quickly assembles teams to clean out the infection.

When Apollo, [[Louanne Katraine|Kat]], [[Brendan Costanza|Hot Dog]] and [[Flyboy]] are viciously attacked by a marauding Centurion, Flyboy is killed. After learning that the ship was boarded, Tigh orders teams of [[Marines]] assembled to deal with the Cylon menace. Having previous experience with this type of attack, he instructs the teams not to defend the gun magazines, but to try to keep the Centurions from reaching [[Auxiliary Fire Control]] and [[Aft Damage Control]]. Should the Centurions reach said areas, they will neutralize the crew by venting the ship's atmosphere, and then turn ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s guns on the unarmed Fleet.

Marine forces engage the Centurions throughout the ship and a team led by Lee Adama, consisting, among others, of [[Collishaw]] and [[Twinam]], successfully destroys the last Centurions before they reach Aft Damage Control, though not without losses. Meanwhile, Gaeta and his team complete the task of cleaning out the virus, and are able to restore power and communications. They are successful for the time being, but the virus [[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot|leaves behind]] a [[logic bomb]] ([[Scattered]]).

== Raptor Team Rescue ==

On Kobol - shortly after [[Socinus]] is euthanized due to his mortal injuries and [[Tarn]] is cut down by enemy fire - Crashdown and the Raptor team locate a group of three Centurions, and notice them cannibalizing a downed Heavy Raider. After some additional recon, they conclude that the automatons are using the vessel’s parts to build an anti-aircraft battery by which to destroy any [[SAR|search-and-rescue]] craft sent to find the stranded team. The battery is linked to a [[DRADIS]] dish set up some distance from the battery that is used to track incoming Raptors. Meanwhile on ''Galactica'', Apollo begins preparations to rescue the downed Raptor crew from Kobol, and leads a team with two Raptors as part of the rescue team.

Crashdown develops a foolhardy plan to attack the command and control console at the launcher by flanking the Centurions and sending [[Cally]] on a possibly suicidal diversionary feint. As the team prepares their attack, they discover there are five Centurions, not three as initially counted by [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]]. Chief [[Galen Tyrol|Tyrol]] points out that the two Centurions that guarded the dish had moved to the launcher, leaving the DRADIS dish completely unguarded. If the team can cover the one kilometer distance to the dish quick enough to destroy it, Tyrol reasons, they can render the launcher tactically worthless. Additionally, if they take this course of action, the team would not have to face the Cylons head on.

As the team detect the sonic booms caused by Raptors entering the atmosphere - indicating the arrival of their rescuers - Crashdown panics and negates Tyrol's new plan. He orders Cally to initiate the diversion, but she freezes in terror. When Crashdown threatens to kill her for disobeying a direct order, Baltar shoots him in the back, killing him. The gunshot alerts the Centurions to the team's presence and they open fire on their position.

With the Cylons quickly nearly on top of them, Tyrol hastily orders everyone flee for the DRADIS dish and the team fights a running battle with the Centurions to see who can get to there first. During the chase, [[Diana Seelix|Seelix]] is shot in the leg by an approaching Centurion, and is dragged to safety by Cally. The Cylon battery fires on the incoming Raptors, but Chief Tyrol successfully destroys the DRADIS dish, breaking the missiles' lock on the Raptors.

As the ground team is pinned down and nearly defeated, Tyrol makes a last stand by openly attacking the Centurions with only his pistol. Unexpectedly for him, the Centurions are obliterated by a missile fired from Apollo's Raptor. Subsequently, the Raptors land in a clearing and the survivors are returned to ''Galactica'' ([[Fragged]]).

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[[de:Kampf um Kobol]]

Battle of Kobol (TRS)

2008-05-23T17:38:29Z

Helo87: Fixed up this article significantly. It still needs more work though - please contribute!

:''For information on a battle over [[Kobol (TOS)|Kobol]] from the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]], see [[Battle of Kobol (TOS)]].''

{{Battle Data
|name=Battle of Kobol
|image=DoctorStrangeLove.jpg
|description=Cylon basestar destroyed by a tactical nuke, in orbit of Kobol
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Day 50-51]]
|place=[[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], nearby space
|result=[[Colonial]] victory
|combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Commander [[William Adama]], Colonel [[Saul Tigh]]
|co2=[[Basestar command]]
|strength1=[[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica]]''<br>18-35 [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]]<br>6 [[Raptor|Raptors]]<br>
1 captured [[Raider]] (on Caprica)<br>
1 captured [[Heavy Raider]] (on Caprica)
|strength2=2 [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]]<br>[[Raiders]]<br>At least one [[Heavy Raider]]<br>
Fixed anti-aircraft emplacement (on Kobol)<br>

At least 5 [[Cylon Centurion]]s on Kobol<br>

10 Cylon Centurions on ''Galactica''
|shiploss1=2 Raptors
|shiploss2=1 basestar over Kobol,

Unknown number of Raiders,

1 Heavy Raider
|casualties1=10 killed on [[Raptor 3]],<br/>

4 on [[Raptor 1]],<br/>

11 killed in Cylon boarding of the ''Galactica''. <br/>

Total [[Survivor Count]] decremented by 34, excluding Humanoid Cylons
|casualties2=Loss of at least 5 Centurions on Kobol<br>Loss of 10 Centurions on ''Galactica''
|prev=[[Battle for the Tylium Asteroid]]
|next=[[Great Cylon Turkey Shoot]]
|series=RDM
}}
The '''Battle of Kobol''' occurs when ''Galactica'' stumbles on the mythological human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] and attempts to discover its secrets.

== Discovery ==

During a reconnaissance flight, [[Sharon Valerii|Sharon “Boomer” Valerii]] and [[Alex Quartararo|Alex “Crashdown” Quartararo]] return to ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' with information on an unusual habitable planet. Though Crashdown originally proposes this planet to be the sought-after [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]], a strangely attentive Valerii explains that this is something "much more important". Investigation of the ruins and features of the planet confirm that ''Galactica'' has discovered, by accident, the original human homeworld of [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]], detailed extensively in the [[Sacred Scrolls|scriptures]] of the [[Lords of Kobol]]. Commander [[William Adama]] directs three [[Raptor|Raptors]] to conduct a thorough surface survey of the planet, particularly to note whether the Fleet could settle there.

When the Raptors [[FTL|jump]] into Kobol’s orbit, they come into contact with a squadron of [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]]. One Raptor is destroyed when it collides with a Raider, and a second jumps away to safety. The [[Raptor 1|third Raptor]] is shot down and crash-lands in a marsh on the planet’s surface, proximal to a ruined [[Opera House]].

Since the orbiting [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]] prohibits a rescue of the surviving crashed Raptor crew, [[Kara Thrace|Kara Thrace]] suggests the use of the captured Raider ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]) to sneak into the basestar with a nuclear warhead. The warhead would be activated shortly after the Raider’s departure, destroying the basestar and as many enemy fighters as possible. Naturally, Thrace volunteers to complete the mission.

Adama agrees to the plan, but intervention by President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] leads Thrace to disobey orders and to divert the Raider to [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] in search of the [[Arrow of Apollo]]. While on a test flight - with [[Lee Adama|Apollo]] as her wingman - Thrace activates the Raider’s FTL drive and jumps to Caprican space, abandoning ''Galactica'' and leaving her crew without means by which to infiltrate the enemy basestar. This development infuriates Adama and forces him to use alternative means of getting the warhead onto the enemy’s capital ship. Consequently, he orders a Raptor be equipped with a [[Cylon transponder]] (to fool the Cylons into thinking that the Raptor is a captured vessel) and directs Valerii, with [[Margaret Edmondson|Racetrack]] as her [[ECO]], to fly into the basestar to deploy the warhead ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part I]]).

When Valerii and Racetrack arrive in orbit of Kobol, the transponder proves to function as intended, and the Raptor enters the basestar without Cylon resistance. However, once inside a problem with weapon deployment forces them to land within a habitable area and manually release the weapon. While working to disconnect the warhead from the couplings that bind it to the Raptor, Valerii encounters several [[Humanoid Cylon|Cylon]] copies of herself. The copies attempt to talk, and repeatedly profess their love to her, but the frightened Valerii – having successfully decoupled the warhead - flees to the Raptor and instigates a hasty departure, much to Racetrack’s bewilderment. The copies detect the nuclear warhead and approach it, but nevertheless allow the device to detonate, engulfing them and their vessel.

Upon their return to ''Galactica'', both Valerii and Racetrack are summoned to the CIC for commendation. As Adama approaches Valerii in congratulation, she retrieves her side-arm and shoots the Commander twice at point-blank range - her latent Cylon programming having been further activated during her time aboard the basestar ([[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]).

== Scattering of the Fleet ==

In the chaos caused by the shooting, another basestar suddenly appears, and Colonel [[Saul Tigh]] assumes charge of ''Galactica'' with Captain [[Aaron Kelly]] serving as his second in command. Caught by surprise and facing certain destruction, Tigh orders the Fleet to jump to [[Emergency Jump Coordinates|emergency coordinates]] (pre-planned in standard procedure by Lieutenant [[Felix Gaeta|Gaeta]]).

While relaying the emergency jump order to the civilian ships, Gaeta neglects to update their jump coordinates, and the Fleet departs with data not fitting the local space-time conditions. Thus, after escaping the Cylons, ''Galactica'' finds herself removed from the rest of the Fleet, which has ended up in a separate and unknown location. Meanwhile, the available medical staff attends to the near-fatally wounded Adama ([[Dr. Cottle]] is overseeing patients on another ship), and marines drag a confused and hysterical Valerii to the [[brig]] on Tigh’s orders.

To determine the co-ordinates of the Fleet, Gaeta devises a dangerous but necessary plan. He networks the FTL computer to the Navigation, Damage Control, and Fire Control computers aboard ''Galactica'', so that it will only take 10 minutes (as opposed to 12 hours if said computers are not linked) to compute the Fleet's location. However, not only will this involve jumping back to their previous location, where they will most certainly be ambushed by an awaiting basetsar, but networking the computers will make ''Galactica'' susceptible to Cylon infiltration. Knowing that the Cylons will attempt to penetrate any network they set up, Gaeta erects four software firewalls to slow the progress of the anticipated electronic attack.

Meanwhile, on Kobol, the downed Raptor crew - lead by an inexperienced [[Crashdown]] - attends as best they can to their injured ([[Socinus]] is in especially critical condition, having suffered severe lung damage from smoke inhalation). However, they are soon attacked by Cylons and flee in to the woods for cover.

Back on ''Galactica'', final preparations are made to effectively deal with the imminent battle, and the battlestar jumps to her previous location where, sure enough, she is attacked by the lurking basestar. As Gaeta works to calculate the Fleet’s end-point coordinates, the basestar deploys hundreds of Raiders against ''Galactica'' and Vipers are scrambled in defence of the vessel. With Apollo as squadron leader, the air wing engages the oncoming wave of Raiders and a chaotic skirmish erupts. During the course of the ensuing battle, a [[Heavy Raider]] carrying a Centurion boarding party advances in ''Galactica’s'' direction, but Apollo spots the craft and assails it with a team of other Viper pilots. After briefly trading fire with the Vipers, the Heavy Raider veers into ''Galactica's'' firing solution and crash-lands into the [[Galactica Museum|converted]] starboard [[flight pod]], depressurizing it.

Gaeta successfully obtains the Fleet's coordinates and disconnects the network, but not before a Cylon virus infects one of the networked systems unknown to the command staff. With the crew having completed what they set out to do, Tigh orders all Vipers to retreat and the battlestar jumps away once more ([[Scattered]]).

== Cylon Boarding ==

After successfully reuniting with the Fleet, ''Galactica's'' power systems shut down unexpectedly. Jammer reports to Apollo that the phones are working but are being jammed with unfamiliar communications – as such, they cannot contact damage control.

While crews attempt to orient themselves in the darkened battlestar and commence work to re-power the ship, the crashed Heavy Raider in ''Galactica's'' starboard landing pod deploys 10 heavily-armored Centurions. As the Cylons make their way into the ship, Gaeta notes that a virus has infected some of the ship's computers while they were networked, and that this is the likely cause of the power outage. He quickly assembles teams to clean out the infection.

When Apollo, [[Louanne Katraine|Kat]], [[Brendan Costanza|Hot Dog]] and [[Flyboy]] are viciously attacked by a marauding Centurion (and Flyboy is killed), Tigh orders teams of marines assembled to deal with the Cylon menace. Having previous experience with this type of attack, he instructs the teams not to defend the gun magazines, but to try to keep the Centurions from reaching [[Auxiliary Fire Control]] and [[Aft Damage Control]]. Should the Centurions reach said areas, they will neutralize the crew by venting the ship's atmosphere, and then turn ''Galactica’s'' guns on the unarmed Fleet.

Marine forces ultimately manage to subdue all but two Centurions, and a team lead by Sergeant [[Hadrian]] and Apollo successfully destroys them before they reach their target. Meanwhile, Gaeta and his team complete the task of cleaning out the virus, and are able to restore power and communications. They are successful for the time being, but the virus leaves behind a [[logic bomb]] ([[Scattered]]).

== Raptor Team Rescue ==

On Kobol - shortly after [[Socinus]] is euthanized due to his mortal injuries and [[Tarn]] is cut down by enemy fire - Crashdown and the Raptor team locate a group of three Centurions, and notice them cannibalizing a downed Heavy Raider. After some additional recon, they conclude that the automatons are using the vessel’s parts to build an anti-aircraft battery by which to destroy any [[SAR|search-and-rescue]] craft sent to find the stranded team. The battery is linked to a [[DRADIS]] dish set up some distance from the battery that is used to track incoming Raptors. Meanwhile on ''Galactica'', Apollo begins preparations to rescue the downed Raptor crew from Kobol, and leads a team with two Raptors as part of the rescue team.

Crashdown develops a foolhardy plan to attack the command and control console at the launcher by flanking the Centurions and sending [[Cally]] on a possibly suicidal diversionary feint. As the team prepares their attack, they discover there are five Centurions, not three as initially counted by [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]]. Chief [[Galen Tyrol|Tyrol]] points out that the two Centurions that guarded the dish had moved to the launcher, leaving the DRADIS dish completely unguarded. If the team can cover the one kilometer distance to the dish quick enough to destroy it, Tyrol reasons, they can render the launcher tactically worthless. Additionally, if they take this course of action, the team will not have to face the Cylons head on.

As the team detect the sonic booms caused by Raptors entering the atmosphere - indicating their rescuers are arriving momentarily - Crashdown panics and negates Tyrol's new plan. He orders Cally to initiate the diversion, but she freezes in terror. When Crashdown threatens to kill her for disobeying a direct order, Baltar shoots him in the back, killing him. The gunshot alerts the Centurions to the team's presence and they open fire on their position.

With the Cylons quickly nearly on top of them, Tyrol hastily orders everyone flee for the DRADIS dish and the team fights a running battle with the Centurions to see who can get to the outpost first. During the chase, [[Diana Seelix|Seelix]] is shot in the leg by an approaching Centurion, and is dragged to safety by Cally. The Cylon battery fires on the incoming Raptors, but Chief Tyrol successfully destroys the DRADIS dish, breaking the missiles' lock on the Raptors.

As Tyrol and his team attempt to make their last stand, the Centurions are obliterated by missiles from Apollo's Raptor. The survivors are rescued and returned to ''Galactica'' ([[Fragged]]).

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Viper Mark VII

2008-05-21T20:42:45Z

Helo87: /* Notes */ Fixing typo, and dividing a run-on sentence.

:''This article discusses the newer Viper-class fighters seen in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. For information on the older, generally obsolete Viper Mark II fighter from the same series, see [[Viper Mark II]]. For the Viper used in the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]] and in [[Galactica 1980]], see [[Viper (TOS)]].''

The '''Viper Mark VII''' is the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]'s latest update to the venerable [[Viper Mark II]] primary space superiority fighter / attack craft.
{{Ship Data
| image= ViperMK7grey.jpg
| title= Viper Mk. VII
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= No
| propol= 3 x turbo-thrust engines mounted aft, [[RCS]] points<ref name="propol">Very segmented exhaust nozzle design suggest possible thrust-vectoring.</ref>
| crew= 1 pilot in Terrell ES 24C ejection seat. <ref name="camp">Ammunition used was same as older Viper models; the Mark VII guns appear to have a higher rate of fire. Armaments listings and ejector seat details from David Bassom's ''[[The Official Companion|Battlestar Galactica: The Official Companion]]''.</ref>
| role= Space superiority fighter
| weapons= 3 [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|Kinetic Energy Weapons]], missiles
| arm= 3 x forward-firing kinetic energy weapons ([[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|KEW]]), 2 mounted towards the outboard sections of the wings, 1 x mounted in the vertical stabilizer, Weapon hard-points for mounting missiles / munitions pods, etc. under the wings.<ref name="camp"/>
| status= In current Colonial service
| length= 32.3 feet (~9.8 meters)<ref name="dim">Dimensions provided by [http://www.leestringer.com/ Lee Stringer], one of the VFX Animators of the miniseries. These are for the CGI models, which are based on but not identical to the full size props. Source: [http://www.starshipbuilder.com/ubb/Forum4/HTML/000012.html Starshipbuilder.com forums]</ref>
| height= 9.7 feet (~3.0 meters)<ref name="inflight">In flight, without landing gear. Landing gear adds approximately 0.5m.</ref>
| wingspan= 18.4 feet (~5.6 meters)
}}

== Overview ==

Capable of atmospheric flight, the Mark VII is the front-line variant of the Viper design, retaining the Mark II's general layout but adding fully integrated avionics that provide superior battle management and flight information for the pilot.

Ironically, it is this incorporation of new integrated systems that prevents the majority of Mark VIIs from being effective during the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]: as with the majority of Colonial Fleet, the Mark VIIs suffer fatal computer system failures on contact with Cylon forces. Thanks to a [[Number Six|Cylon agent]]'s relationship with Dr. [[Gaius Baltar]], scientist and programmer of the navigation software project, the [[CNP|navigational software]] in use on board most Colonial Fleet vessels contains back-doors that allow the Cylons to infiltrate a vessel's computers by [[wireless]] signals and to disable its power systems. Though this problem can be overcome by removing the navigational upgrade compromised by the Cylons, the information is not discovered in time to benefit the surprised and hard-pressed Colonial forces.

Being a single-seat craft, it mounts three forward-facing kinetic energy weapons ([[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|KEW]]). In addition, it possesses hard-points beneath the wings for mounting missiles, munitions pods and other ordnance ([[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]).

== [[Computers#Avionics|Avionics]] ==

:''Main article: [[Computers in the Re-imagined Series#Vipers and Raptors|Computers in the Re-imagined Series]]''

[[Image:ViperMk7Avionics.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Mark VII main instrument panel]]
The Mark VII cockpit is almost totally computerized. There are far fewer analog gauges and more reliance is placed on a powerful central flight computer. This gives the Mark VII pilot far greater control of the fighter as well as, presumably, greater targeting control in a dogfight.

However, the latest and last software upgrade, the [[CNP]] upgrade, introduces a fatal flaw (inserted by a [[Cylon agent]]) in the Mark VII that leads to the virtual annihilation of most of these fighters in the opening wave of the Cylon attack.

The surviving Mark VII fighters on both ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' and ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'' are retrofitted to older avionics packages to replace the compromised CNP and eliminate further infiltration.

As of "[[Scar]]", ''Pegasus'' has begun to use her on board construction facilities to produce replacement Vipers. Materials mined in an asteroid field allow the production of two full squadrons. Additionally, since ''Pegasus'' joined the Fleet, Mark IIs have been steadily phased out in favor of retrofitted Mark VIIs.

== Armament ==

:''Main article: [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper_and_Cylon_Raider|Weapons in the Re-imagined Series]]''

The Mark VII's main weapons are three forward-facing cannons, two in the wings and one in the vertical stabilizer. Typically, it is only the wing-mounted cannons that are used.

Like the [[Viper Mark II|Mark II]], it can also be armed with missiles.

== Performance ==

While the Mark II can rotate 180 degrees vertically in .35 seconds ([[Act of Contrition]]), it is presumed that the Mark VII has an equal or better performance ratio.
Given that the Mark II is capable of holding its own even against superior numbers of modern Cylon Raiders, the more advanced Mark VII probably also has an equal or superior performance as Raiders in the hands of a capable pilot.

== Other design features ==

The Viper Mark VII has primary and secondary hydraulics, the secondary system presumably acting as a redundant backup for mission-critical prime system. Damage to both systems does not significantly compromise the Viper's performance as a space combat craft, provided the pilot is sufficiently skilled to manage the changed flight characteristics ([[Scar]]). The consequences of the loss of both systems in atmospheric flight would undoubtedly be far more dire.

==Known Viper Mark VIIs==
:''See [[List of Vipers]]''

== Notes ==
* Since ''Galactica'' only had 40 Viper Mark IIs aboard as part of its museum, they needed as many fighters as possible. The remaining Mark VII's advanced computer systems were refitted to resist Cylon infiltration. However, since this is not how the Mark VII was designed to fly, the craft is increasingly more difficult to handle and can only be flown by the most experienced pilots such as [[Lee Adama|Apollo]] and [[Kara Thrace|Starbuck]]. ''Galactica'' had roughly 6-8 Mark VIIs on board after the Cylon attack ("[[Scattered]]", "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]") <ref>Information previously available on the [http://www.scifi.com/battlestar SciFi] website.</ref>.
* According to [[David Weddle]] during the [[Podcast:Scar#Act 2|"Scar" podcast]] the Mark VII cockpit design "was actually laid out based on, I think it's either the [[w:F-16 Fighting Falcon|F-16]] or the [[w:F/A-18 Hornet|F-18]]." The side-mounted control stick more closely resembles that of the F-16, which is appropriate given the "Viper" nickname of the jet (that was initially the General Dynamics codename for the project, which was in turn named for the [[Viper (TOS)|TOS Viper]]).
*Also revealed in the podcast for "Scar" is that the full cockpit interior for the Viper Mark VII was built for this episode. "Flight of the Phoenix" had paved the way for the construction of the full cockpit when "the line producers and the production designers figure[d] out ways to move money around that basically bought us this cockpit because we had built the [[Blackbird|stealth fighter]]." The cockpit interior may have been constructed at the same time the Blackbird was being built.
*Like the [[Viper (TOS)|Original Series' Viper]], the weapons fire of Vipers on the Re-Imagined Series is red, however, the button is on the center of the joystick for the Mark VII, and the left for the Mark II ([[33]]).
*According to ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Companion]]'', when creating the design of the Viper Mark VII, [[Gary Hutzel]] took a pre-existing design from the [[Battlestar Galactica (2003 game)|2003 video game]] loosely based on a mix of the Original Series and upcoming [[Miniseries]], then "did some modifications, and that became the Viper Mark VII".
*As of "[[Maelstrom]]", [[:image:Viper Mk VII Retcon Profile.jpg|a new exterior design]] for the Viper Mk VII is being used. It is characterized by angular air intakes - with three intakes on the ventral side as opposed to the original's single intake - and a compressed forward fuselage. Additionally, the new version possesses a drab gray hue that differs from the original's gunmetal-gray coloration. Due to the fact that all Mark VII fighters seen since "Maelstrom" display the later appearance, it was surmised that this was a [[retroactive continuity|retroactive update]] rather than a variant of an existing ship.
**However, [[:image:Retconned Viper Mk VII and original version on screen together.jpg|this shot]] taken from "[[Razor]]" displays both variants in action. Starbuck's Viper (in the foreground) is of the redesigned variant, while [[Showboat]]'s Viper (in the back) is the original version - characterized by gunmetal-gray armoring and the sleek forward fuselage. Taking this visual into account, it may be alternatively concluded that there are two versions of the Viper Mk VII (with the newer design perhaps being a product of ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s Viper production facilities). Accepting this conclusion would partly explain why the Mk VIIs present on ''Galactica''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s hangar deck bear the original appearance while those seen in action do not - there would no longer be a design conflict between the physical model and the CGI version of the craft. However, for sequences where an actor climbs into the physical model but is subsequently seen flying the new version (as it happens in "[[Crossroads, Part II]]" and "[[He That Believeth In Me]]" for example) the discrepancy is still present.

== Related Images ==
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Image:Viper Mk VII-thrust.jpg|Zoic CGI model
Image:ViperMK7side.jpg|Zoic CGI model
Image:ViperMK7inferior.jpg|The belly of the Viper
Image:Mk VII, stalking asteroid field.jpg|Hiding in the shadows of an asteroid
Image:Viper Mk VII atmospheric flight.jpg| Atmospheric flight
Image:Brothers on patrol (Maelstrom).jpg|Joint patrol
Image:ViperMk7Avionics.jpg|Avionics
Image:Vipermk7interior 101 1080i.jpg|Control stick
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Battle for the Tylium Asteroid

2008-05-21T19:46:50Z

Helo87: Tweaking.

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|image=Cylonminegoboom_110_1080i.jpg
|description=[[Lee Adama|Apollo]] flying away from the Cylon tylium mine as it begins to explode
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Day 36]]
|place=Asteroid field in interstellar space, specific location unknown
|result=Colonial victory. Resupply of [[tylium]] ore for fuel reserves.
|combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Commander [[William Adama]]
|co2=Unknown †
|strength1=[[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica]]''<br>
2 [[Raptor|Raptors]], pilots [[Sharon Valerii (Galactica copy)|Boomer]], [[Stubbs]]<br>
Strike Force One: At least 7 [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]], incl. [[Fireball]], [[Deadbolt]], [[Spinner]], [[Buzzer]], [[Brendan Costanza|Hot Dog]]<br>
Strike Force Two: [[Viper 2220]], [[Viper 7961]], 10 other [[Viper Mark II|Viper Mk IIs]]
|strength2=140 [[Raider|Raiders]]<br>Fixed anti-aircraft emplacements
|shiploss1=3 Vipers, incl. [[Viper 7961]] and those piloted by [[Fireball]], [[Stepchild]] and [[Chuckles]]
|shiploss2=Complete destruction of Cylon forces
|casualties1=[[Fireball]], [[Stepchild]], [[Chuckles]] and 3 other pilots
|casualties2=Unknown, high
|prev=[[Skirmish over the Red Moon]]
|next=[[Battle of Kobol (RDM)|Battle of Kobol]]
|series=RDM
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The '''Battle of the Tylium Asteroid''' takes place when ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' attacks a Cylon [[Cylon Refinery|tylium ore refinery]]. Additionally, it marks the first time that ''Galactica'' makes an offensive strike against Cylon forces.

After exhausting much of its fuel reserves fleeing from Cylon forces ([[33]]) and rescuing [[Kara Thrace]] after she crash-lands on a moon ([[You Can't Go Home Again]]), ''Galactica'' sends [[Raptor]]s to outlying star systems in search of [[tylium]]; a fuel source used by all ships in the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]].They locate an asteroid saturated with the mineral, but also occupied by Cylons and fortified with [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raider]] squadrons. Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] decides to take the asteroid with a daring plan, utilizing the unconventional thinking of Kara Thrace to draft the attack strategy and Captain [[Lee Adama]] to implement it.

''Galactica'' pulls a double-feint; using a cargo freighter to lure away patrolling Raiders, the battlestar deploys a Viper squadron to approach the unprotected asteroid. The Cylons deduce the freighter to be a diversion and turn their fighters on the approaching Viper squadron. Additionally, they release all of their base's reserve Raiders to make a run at ''Galactica''. With all Cylon craft engaging either the Vipers or ''Galactica'', a second squadron of Vipers emerges from inside the cargo freighter and heads for the now unguarded Cylon base.

As the squadron reaches the surface of the asteroid and approaches the refinery, they encounter heavy anti-aircraft fire that destroys three Vipers. Furthermore, a powerful jamming signal prevents the squadron from using guided missiles against the refinery, and Captain Adama determines that any attacks they attempt will have to be completed manually. For that to be possible they must be able to approach the base at a close range - something which the anti-aircraft artillery makes unattainable.

Captain Adama orders the other fighters to pull back as he searches for an alternative way of approaching the refinery. He finds a conveyor duct that runs from an un-defended canyon adjacent to the base, and ends below a tank storing highly unstable tylium precursor. After successfully maneuvering the duct, Adama detonates a pair of explosive charges underneath the tank, then makes his escape.

The ignition of the tylium-precursor results in a chain-reaction that destroys the refinery with a force equivalent to that of a three kiloton nuclear warhead yet leaves the underlying tylium unaffected. Moreover, the force of the explosion heavily disorients the overflying Raiders, leaving them unable to re-arm or refuel. With no means by which to escape the space surrounding the asteroid, the scattered fighters are destroyed by ''Galactica'' and her Vipers.

==Aftermath==
Shortly after ''Galactica's'' victory over the enemy, ships from the civilian fleet mine a large quantity of tylium from the asteroid (gathered by the mobile [[mining ship]]s and processed on a [[refinery ship]]). The mining yields enough tylium reserve to last the Fleet for several years.

Extraordinarily, this battle was prophesied in the [[Sacred Scrolls]], which mention a victory "led by serpents numbering two and ten" (the twelve Vipers). The scrolls warn, however, that "though the outcome favored the few, it would lead to a [[Battle of Kobol (RDM)|confrontation]] at [[Kobol (RDM)|the home of the gods]]" ([[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]).

==Impact==

Without the replenishment of the tylium, it is highly probable that the Cylons would have caught up with the Fleet and destroyed it. As of "[[Dirty Hands]]", nearly three years later, tylium ore was still in supply. Hence, the success of this battle removed what would have been a major concern for the Fleet for several years. Although further resupply is possible, it is not mentioned during the time between this battle and the events of "Dirty Hands".

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Skirmish Over the Red Moon

2008-05-21T11:08:33Z

Helo87: Tweaking.

{{Battle Data
|image=PowerlessViper.jpg
|description=Starbuck's damaged Viper and the Cylon Raider are caught in the Red Moon's gravity field
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Day 14]]
|place=An unnamed [[Red Moon|red moon]]
|result=[[Colonial]] victory, capture of [[Cylon Raider]]
|combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Lieutenant [[Kara Thrace|Kara "Starbuck" Thrace]]
|co2=Unknown †
|strength1=[[Viper 1104]], 1 other [[Viper Mark II|Viper MkII]]
|strength2=8 [[Raider|Raiders]]
|shiploss1=1 Viper destroyed, 1 damaged
|shiploss2=7 Raiders destroyed, 1 disabled and captured
|casualties1=None
|casualties2= (8 Cylon Raiders)
|prev=[[Battle of the Communications Relay]]
|next=[[Battle for the Tylium Asteroid]]
|series=RDM
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The '''Skirmish over the Red Moon''' takes place when eight [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Cylon Raiders]] surprise a group of [[nugget]] [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] pilots, under instruction by Lt. [[Kara Thrace|Kara "Starbuck" Thrace]], in orbit of an unnamed russet moon (which in turn cycles a gas giant).

Upon coming into contact with a Cylon patrol, Starbuck orders her squad to return to ''Galactica'' while she engages all eight enemy combatants simultaneously. Disobeying direct orders, and adhering to the general rule that a pilot must always have a wingman, Cadet [[Brendan Costanza|Brendan "Hot Dog" Costanza]] pursues her into combat. His tactics disorient and scatter the enemy, opening a window for Starbuck to shoot down six Raiders. Additionally, Hot Dog manages to destroy one Raider (his first kill in a Viper), before suffering damage from incoming fire, and pulling back from the engagement. His Viper gives out shortly after.

With only one Raider remaining, Starbuck re-orients herself into a combat position and charges the enemy. As the two combatants close in on each other, Starbuck's Viper experiences sudden [[Computers#Avionics|electrical problems]] that cause her communications and transponder to go off-line. Still, she manages to exchange fire with the Raider and finishes it off with a direct hit to the head-canopy.

The disabled craft immediately spirals out control, and eventually collides with the Viper. Damage inflicted by the Raider's impact disables the Viper's flight controls, and both fighters tumble into the [[Red Moon|russet moon's]] gravity well. The Raider crashes intact upon the moon, but Starbuck is forced to eject from her Viper after it goes into an uncontrollable [[Wikipedia:Spin (flight)|flat spin]] towards the satellite's surface and disintegrates.

==Aftermath==

After successfully ejecting, Starbuck lands by parachute on the moon. However - just as she makes contact with the surface - fierce winds heave her parachute laterally, drag her over a jagged bed of rocks and severely injure her knee. The gusts nearly haul her off the edge of a cliff, but Starbuck manages to cut herself loose moments before hitting the drop-off point.

As this is happening, a Raptor deployed by ''Galactica'' recovers Hot Dog and his critically damaged Viper in the moon's orbit. Subsequently, SAR teams are sent out to retrieve Starbuck, but the moon's thick atmosphere prevent them from making contact with the downed pilot. On top of that, organic deposits along ship engines cut short the rescue effort, and force the various rescue craft to hastily return to ''Galactica'' for repairs.

On the satellite's surface - with a broken [[wireless]] handset and no other means of establishing communication - Starbuck wanders over the rocky terrain, looking for higher ground to await rescue. Eventually she comes across the downed Cylon Raider, and finds a way inside the ship. Crawling into the belly of the beast, Starbuck discovers that the Raider is bio-mechanical in nature - it is "piloted" by an organic brain that interfaces directly with the internal machinations of the craft. The rounds that she fired during their confrontation penetrated the Raider's brain, thus "killing" the vessel.

Inside the Raider, Starbuck finds oxygen to replace her [[flight suit]]'s depleted reserves, and re-pressurizes the Raider's interior by using a portion of her [[flight suit]] to seal a fist-sized gash in the hull. Starbuck's [[Flight of the Phoenix|test-pilot savvy]] allows her to determine the basic mechanics of the vessel quickly and she learns to control it by manipulating the various internal actuators, eventually flying the Raider off the moon and into open space.

A tense situation results when she approaches ''Galatica'', and [[Lee Adama|Apollo]] is sent out to intercept what [[CIC]] believes is an enemy fighter. Some creative thinking on Starbuck's part (i.e. printing her name on the wings of the Raider, by means of a brightly-tinted track sealant) permits Apollo to identify her. He subsequently escorts her into ''Galactica'''s landing alcove.

== Impact ==
This is the first time Colonial forces are able to capture and examine the updated Cylon Raider. Chief [[Galen Tyrol|Tyrol]] and his deck crew spend the next several weeks analyzing the fighter, eventually returning it to flight status with significant internal modifications for effective human control ("[[Act of Contrition]]", "[[You Can't Go Home Again]]", "[[Six Degrees of Separation]]", "[[Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down]]", and "[[Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part II]]").

The Raider is later lost on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] during the events to retrieve the [[Arrow of Apollo]], when [[Sharon Agathon|Caprica-Valerii]] steals it from Starbuck at the [[Delphi Museum of the Colonies]].

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Battle of the Communications Relay

2008-05-21T08:32:59Z

Helo87: Tweaking.

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|image=Cylon Comm relay.jpg
|description=Battle of the Communications Relay
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=Circa [[Timeline (RDM)|Day 7]]
|place=Unspecified Cylon staging area
|result=Pyrrhic Colonial victory
|combatant1=Battlestar ''[[Pegasus]]''
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Admiral [[Helena Cain]]
|co2=Unknown
|strength1=1 battlestar and assorted [[Viper (RDM)|Viper]] squadrons
|strength2=At least 15 squadrons of [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] and [[Heavy Raider]]s<br/>[[Cylon Centurion|Centurions]]
|shiploss1= 32 Vipers destroyed, 61 damaged
|shiploss2=Relay station destroyed. Boarding party defeated. Likely severe ship losses.
|casualties1=Approximately 100 crewmen <ref>Kendra Shaw reports "at least 816 dead, 121 injured". Earlier, Colonel Belzen reports the loss of over 700 people in the attack on the shipyards. Given ''Pegasus's'' crew complement of approximately 1,750 when she encounters ''Galactica'', adding both numbers would mean that almost half of the crew died. This article assumes that Shaw is relating the casualties of ''both'' battles.</ref>, [[Jurgen Belzen]]
|casualties2=One [[Number Six]] and Centurion boarding party.<br/>[[Gina Inviere]] discovered to be a [[humanoid Cylon]] and taken into custody.
|prev=[[Battle of Ragnar Anchorage]]
|next=[[Skirmish over the Red Moon]]
|series=RDM
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Shortly after the destruction of the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]], ''[[Pegasus]]'' attacks a [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] communications relay that is believed to be lightly guarded. Intelligence reports conclude that only half a dozen [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] are in proximity to the station.

When ''Pegasus'' jumps into the area, twelve enemy contacts are picked up on [[DRADIS]], and Admiral [[Helena Cain|Cain]] orders the launch of [[Blue Squadron (RDM)|Blue Squadron]]. As the Vipers are deployed, 15 Raider squadrons jump into firing range and the crew realizes, to their horror, that the installation is not a communications relay at all, but a staging ground for Cylon forces.

Recognizing that they are outnumbered four to one, Colonels [[Jack Fisk|Fisk]] and [[Jurgen Belzen|Belzen]] recommend the immediate recovery of Blue Squadron, and a swift retreat from the area. However, in a surprise move, Cain orders the remaining Vipers launched to provide cover-fire for Blue Squadron as they make a run at the relay. When Belzen officially refuses to carry out this order, Cain asks him to hand over his sidearm, whereupon she shoots him in the head with it. A shocked Fisk, fearing the same fate should he refuse the admiral's orders, immediately deploys all reserve Vipers.

As the Vipers commence their attack, Cylon operative [[Gina Inviere]] covertly takes the ''Pegasus'' weapons grid off-line, permitting two Cylon [[Heavy Raider]]s to access the port landing alcove with a [[Cylon Centurion|Centurion]] boarding party. In an attempt to hold off the enemy boarding party, Cain orders the surrounding sections of ''Pegasus'' to be vented of atmosphere, hoping that the resulting vacuum will subdue the Cylons. The tactic is unsuccessful, and the Centurions make their way into the ship.

While investigating the sudden collapse of the battlestar's weapons grid, Lieutenant [[Kendra Shaw|Shaw]] spots a [[Number Six]] among the advancing Cylon boarding party, and deduces that Gina must be an enemy agent. She pulls a rifle from the grasp of a dead marine and fires at the surprised Six. After shooting the Cylon, Shaw returns to [[CIC]], and reveals Gina's true nature by displaying a security feed of the killed automaton. When Marines try to apprehend Gina on Cain's orders, she breaks the neck of one and uses his sidearm to shoot another. Gina then points the gun at Cain, but a moment of hesitation allows Shaw to knock the Cylon unconscious with the end of her rifle <ref>In "Pegasus", Lt. [[Alastair Thorne|Thorne]] states that Gina killed seven people. Since only two kills are shown in "Razor", he either refers to actions before or after her arrest as well.</ref>.

Additional details of the battle are unknown, but the communications station is presumably destroyed while ''Pegasus'' escapes with severe losses - 32 Vipers are destroyed, while 62 are badly damaged with not enough resources to repair them all ("[[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]", "[[Razor]]").

== Notes ==
*Gina is mentioned as having been vital in discovering the communications relay. Since it later appears to be a trap by the Cylons, it is possible that she intentionally lured the battlestar to the relay.

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Battle of Ragnar Anchorage

2008-05-21T08:25:59Z

Helo87: Tweaking.

{{Battle Data
|image=Ragnar Escape.jpg
|description=''Galactica'' provides cover fire while the civilian Fleet escapes
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Days 1-6]]
|place=[[Ragnar Anchorage]]
|result=Successful escape from Cylon-occupied Colonial space
|combatant1=Remnants of the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Commander [[William Adama]]
|co2=[[Basestar command]]
|strength1=1 [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]], 40 [[Viper (RDM)|Vipers]], [[Raptor]]s
|strength2=3 [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]], associated [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]]
|shiploss1=At least 8 Vipers
|shiploss2=Unknown, minimal
|casualties1=1,345 civilians
|casualties2=Unknown, dozens of Raiders
|prev=[[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]
|next=[[Battle of the Communications Relay]]
|series=RDM
}}

The '''Battle of Ragnar Anchorage''' marks [[Galactica type battlestar|battlestar]] ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica's]]'' successful penetration of a [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] blockade surrounding [[Ragnar Anchorage]]. Additionally, it documents the escape of ''Galactica'' and her [[The Fleet (RDM)|fleet]] from 5 days of continuous attack by a Cylon armada ([[Miniseries]], "[[33]]").

Upon receiving telemetry that many [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]] vessels, including flagship battlestar ''[[Atlantia (RDM)|Atlantia]]'', have been destroyed in a surprise attack by the Cylons, Commander [[William Adama]] assumes command of the Colonial Fleet. He promptly orders all surviving units to rendezvous with ''Galactica'' at a remote munitions depot - [[Ragnar Anchorage]] - for a planned counter-attack.

Orbiting within the tenuous upper atmosphere of the gas giant [[Ragnar]], the Anchorage holds critical ordnance for ''Galactica'' - which had destroyed its own munitions as part of its scheduled decommissioning<ref>The destruction of the battlestar's munitions occurs in a [[List of Deleted Scenes (RDM)#Miniseries|deleted scene]] of the Miniseries.</ref>. The depot's location also offers effective cover against Cylon attack, as a particular form of electromagnetic radiation generated by the planet's upper atmosphere causes damage to [[Silica pathways|Cylon hardware]] after sufficient exposure. It also interferes with [[DRADIS]] detection, making assaults within the cloud threshold problematic at best.

''Galactica'' reaches the rendezvous point by [[FTL]] jump, by-passing the Cylon fleet that lies between it and the depot.
Not long after arriving at Ragnar Anchorage, ''Galactica'' is joined by a convoy of [[FTL]]-capable civilian ships rescued from the space-lanes around [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] by the recently appointed President [[Laura Roslin]]. As no other military vessels rendezvous at the designated coordinates, it is concluded that ''Galactica'' is the last [[Pegasus (RDM)|known]] capital ship able to mount a counter-attack against the Cylons.

Despite the overwhelming odds, Commander Adama intends to proceed with a counter-offensive. After some persuasion by President Roslin, Adama realizes that they are in a no-win situation; ''Galactica'' is hopelessly outnumbered, the Colonies are destroyed, and he is surrounded by nearly 50,000 of mankind's only known survivors. He resolves to take the remnants of humanity away from the home solar system of the Twelve Colonies<ref>In the [[Re-imagined Series]], the home solar system of the Twelve Colonies is not named. In the [[Original Series]], the name "[[Cyrannus]]" is used inconsistently to describe either the name of its solar system or galaxy where [[The Twelve Colonies (TOS)|its Twelve Colonies resided]].</ref>, towards the [[Prolmar Sector]], never to return.

Because FTL calculations are distorted by the gas giant's ambient radiation, the Fleet will have to venture outside the protection of Ragnar's atmosphere to complete the necessary jump. During a reconnaissance mission of the surrounding space, Lieutenant [[Kara Thrace|Thrace]] discovers two Cylon [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]] and hundreds of accompanying fighters orbiting Ragnar. Their presence severely diminishes ''Galactica's'' odds in an offensive engagement, and places the Fleet in incredible danger.

''Galactica'' departs from the Anchorage first and positions itself at the mouth of a storm on Ragnar's surface - acting as a shield for the Fleet as they escape to the specified coordinates. With her batteries fully armed, ''Galactica'' creates a defense perimeter and engages the basestars. The battlestar then launches its Vipers, directing them to engage the [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] that the Cylons deploy. Meanwhile, a third basestar appears and pummels ''Galactica'' with successive missile strikes.

When the last civilian ship is clear and the remaining Vipers return to the ''Galactica'', the battlestar jumps. The Cylons enter Ragnar Anchorage shortly after the battle, and retrieve a suspected [[Cylon agent]] left there by the Colonials, a [[Number Five]] copy posing as a man named [[Aaron Doral]] ([[Miniseries]]).

== The Chase ==

Approximately one day after the struggle at Ragnar, the Colonials are surprised to find the Cylons still pursuing them - the vastness of space ''should'' make such a feat virtually impossible. Instead, the Cylons jump into range and attack every 33 minutes for 5 consecutive days and over 240 jumps, launching waves of missiles and deploying hundreds of Raiders against the Fleet.

However, when the ''[[Olympic Carrier]]'' (a passenger liner listed to carry over 1000 civilians) fails to join the Fleet after a jump, the Cylons fail to appear as well. After the vessel re-emerges, a suspicious Adama orders the 33-minute countdown to recommence, speculating that the Cylons are tracking the ship. His fears about the ''Olympic Carrier'' are confirmed when the Cylons appear 33 minutes after its return.

[[Anastasia Dualla|Dualla]] then detects a [[Radiological Alarm|radiological signature]] emanating from the ''Olympic Carrier'', suggesting that the vessel has been boarded and now carries a nuclear warhead. In response to this threat, Adama orders Vipers dispatched to intercept and destroy the approaching ship.

Ultimately [[Lee Adama]] makes the difficult decision to fire on the civilian craft, safe-guarding the remnants of mankind from the marauding Cylons in the process. The Fleet jumps once more, and the enemy is no longer able track them ([[33]]).

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Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards

2008-05-21T07:29:51Z

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|image=Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards.jpg
|description=Fall of the Scorpian Ship Yards
|conflict=[[Cylon Attack|Second Cylon war]]
|date=[[Re-Imagined Series Timeline|Zero Hour]], concurrent with [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]
|place=[[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]
|result=Decisive Cylon victory
|combatant1=[[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]
|combatant2=[[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]]
|co1=Admiral [[Helena Cain]]
|co2=[[Basestar command]]
|strength1=At least 4 [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestars]] (including ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'') and 3 support vessels <ref name="numbers1"> In "[[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]", Cain says "Five ships, two of them battlestars, they were destroyed right there." In "[[Razor]]" two battlestars can be clearly seen in the establishing shot of the shipyard, and two ships of ''[[Valkyrie]]'s'' design are destroyed later. Together with the unknown vessel above ''Pegasus'', this makes at least four initial losses, which makes it likely that Cain's comment is an estimate.</ref><ref name="numbers2">It is unknown whether the large vessel above ''Pegasus'' is a designated as a battlestar by the Colonial Fleet.</ref>
|strength2=Unknown number of [[Basestar (RDM)|basestars]] and associated [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raiders]]
|shiploss1=
Shipyards, as well as:
*At least 3 battlestars and 3 other military vessels<ref name="numbers1"/><ref name="numbers2"/>
*12 Vipers and 2 Raptors from ''Pegasus's'' air wing. 12 further craft beyond repair.
|shiploss2=Unknown, minimal
|casualties1=At least 723 crewmen lost on ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'', plus those lost on other ships.<br/>
|casualties2=Unknown, minimal
|prev=[[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]
|next=[[Battle of Ragnar Anchorage]]
|series=RDM
}}

Sometime during the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], the Cylons lead an attack on the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]]. Utilizing numerous [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raider]] squadrons armed with nuclear missiles, they destroy at least three battlestars and several support vessels.

''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'' is docked at the shipyards, and about to undergo a three-month systems overhaul, when the attack occurs. In preparation for the refit, all computer networks are shut down, leaving the battlestar largely unaffected by Cylon infiltration of the [[Command Navigation Program]]. As the attack occurs, Colonel [[Jurgen Belzen|Belzen]] reports that all computers are down and that the crew must perform all functions manually.

While tethered to its dock, ''Pegasus'' is swarmed by Raiders and struck by several missiles. Fuel and ordnance ignites on the battlestar's hangar decks, leading to explosions that cause over 700 casualties. Subsequently, Admiral [[Helena Cain|Cain]] orders the bow reverse thrusters to be fired and the ship tears itself free from the umbilicals of the burning shipyard.

With ''Pegasus''' defenses still down, and two nuclear missile inbound, Cain determines that a hasty departure is their only means of survival. She orders the [[CIC]] crew to spin up the [[FTL]] drive, and to perform a [[blind jump]] on her command. "Wherever. Anywhere. Just jump", Cain recounts to Commander [[William Adama|Adama]] and President [[Laura Roslin|Roslin]] in a conversation shortly after ''Galactica'' is tracked down by ''Pegasus'', several months later.

Cain's blind jump is a success primarily because ''Pegasus'' escapes the Cylons, but also because the ship avoids colliding with a celestial body - an event not unlikely when jumping without predetermined coordinates. Additionally (and ironically), the very weapons meant to destroy them aid Cain and her crew in making their escape; nuclear detonations occurring throughout the shipyard create bursts of [[EMP|electromagnetic radiation]] that interfere with Cylon [[DRADIS]], masking the battlestar's jump as it flees and fooling the Cylons into believing that the ship is destroyed ("[[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]", "[[Razor]]").

== See also ==
*[[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards#Docked vessels|Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]], for information on the ships present at the shipyard.

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Pegasus (TRS)

2008-05-21T07:05:29Z

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:''This article discusses the [[Mercury class battlestar]] from the [[Re-imagined Series]]. For the episode of the same name, see [[Pegasus (episode)]]. For other meanings of '''Pegasus''', see [[Pegasus (disambiguation)]].''

{{Ship Data|
image= BSPegasus.jpg
| title= Pegasus (BS 62)
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| crew= Approximately 1,750 <ref>The [[survivor count]] increases by this number in the episode "Pegasus". Before that, the battlestar lost approximately 700 crewmen during the [[Fall of the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards|attack on the Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]] and a further 100 during its [[Battle of the Communications Relay|attack on a Cylon communications relay]].</ref>
| co= [[Lee Adama]] (At time of loss)
| xo= [[Anastasia Dualla]] (At time of loss)
| role= Carrier / Battleship
| weapons= Primary and point-defense [[KEW|Kinetic Energy Weapons]], conventional missiles, nuclear warheads, Vipers, Raptors
| status= Destroyed in [[Battle of New Caprica]]
| img= Y
}}
'''''Pegasus'' (BS 62)''' is a [[Mercury class battlestar|''Mercury'' class battlestar]], commanded by Rear Admiral [[Helena Cain]] during the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]].

Technologically more advanced and far greater in size and firepower than the to-be-decommissioned ''[[Galactica]]'', ''Pegasus'' is presumed destroyed in the Cylon attack, but had in fact survived, eventually finding and joining ''Galactica'' and its civilian fleet. It serves a significant role in the Colonial struggle for survival until the [[Battle of New Caprica|exodus]] from [[New Caprica]].

In the [[Pegasus (Extended Version)|Extended Cut]] of the episode "Pegasus" Admiral Cain states that the ship is nearly twice the size of ''Galactica'', but needs only half the crew. This probably refers to either the dual [[landing bay|landing bays]] or the ship's volume, but not its length. The decreased manpower requirement stems from increased computerization and automation. This is also evident in the comparatively small size of the ''Pegasus'' [[CIC]].

==History==
[[Image:Pegasus, Scorpion Shipyards.jpg|thumb|right|''Pegasus'' docked at the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]].]]

Prior to the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]], ''Pegasus'' was a prize assignment in the Colonial Fleet. [[Frank Bruno]] at the [[Caprica Transfer Station]] tells [[Kendra Shaw]] that "half the officers on this base would kill to get posted to that ship". It is apparently important enough for the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] as a military target to infiltrate, as [[Gina Inviere]] (a [[Number Six]] copy) assumes the role of network administrator on the ship ([[Razor]]). [[William Adama]] mentions the reputation of Cain and her ship to President [[Laura Roslin]] ("[[Pegasus (Extended Version)|Pegasus]]", extended version).

[[Image:TheEnemysGateIsDown3.jpg|thumb|right|''Pegasus'' taking heavy fire.]]
Weeks before the Fall ''Pegasus'' docked at the [[Scorpion Fleet Shipyards]], where she was to undergo a three-month systems overhaul. All of the ship’s networked [[Computers in the Re-imagined Series|computers]] were taken off-line in preparation of the refit, leaving the heavily automated ship partially inoperative but also less vulnerable to electronic attacks. When the Cylons launch a surprise assault against the shipyard, they are only able to shut down ''Pegasus's'' weapons grid and navigational computer. The attack works in extreme favor of the Cylons, and they overtake the installation in a matter of minutes. However, the multiple nuclear weapons that they detonate create an [[EMP]] that blinds their [[DRADIS]], leaving them temporarily unaware of Colonial movement in the immediate area. Admiral Cain uses this to her advantage and orders her ship to [[Blind jump|randomly jump without a coordinates check]].

[[Image:Centurion on Pegasus.jpg|thumb|right|A [[Centurion]] on ''Pegasus''.]]
After their escape, Cain leads ''Pegasus'' on a series of hit-and-run attacks on various Cylon assets. Among them is an [[Battle of the Communications Relay|attack]] on what is to be believed a lightly defended communications relay, but turns out to be a staging area filled with fifteen squadrons of [[Cylon Raider (RDM)|Raider]]s. When Cain's long-time Executive officer [[Jurgen Belzen]] refuses launch all of the ships' fighters against such odds, Cain publicly executes him in CIC and promotes [[Jack Fisk]] to replace him. During the battle, the [[Cylon agent]] [[Gina]] allows a party of [[Cylon Centurion|Centurions]] to board the ship, resulting in heavy casualties. When Gina is discovered, she kills several Marines before she is subdued. Once imprisoned, Admiral Cain gives her crew free rein in interrogating the Cylon, which leads to brutal gang-rape and other physical and emotional abuse.

Some time later, ''Pegasus'' discovers that a Cylon fleet that it is tracking appears to be jumping, not randomly, but to systems with natural resources. The battlestar accidentally encounters the [[The Fleet (RDM)|Fleet]] led by ''[[Galactica]]'' when it jumps ahead to scout the Cylon target's projected next position (as it turned out, the Cylons were jumping to systems ''Galactica'' had passed through or explored). Cain assumes overall command of the Fleet and begins transferring supplies and many personnel between the two battlestars, including Captain [[Lee Adama]] and Lieutenant [[Kara Thrace]]. Cain appears unconcerned with the needs of the civilians and their ships, a problem noted to Commander Adama by President [[Laura Roslin]].

Chief [[Galen Tyrol|Tyrol]] mentions during his interrogation by Colonel [[Saul Tigh]] that he served aboard a number of battlestars in his military career, including ''Pegasus'' ([[Resistance (episode)|Resistance]]). If Admiral Cain ever knew him during this time, she makes no mention of it, and has no reservations sentencing him and [[Karl Agathon]] to death when they inadvertently kill Lieutenant [[Alastair Thorne]], Cain's chief "Cylon interrogator". [[William Adama]] refuses to permit the execution, precipitating an armed standoff between the two ships ([[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]).

The battlestar commanders later set aside their animosity and join forces to successfully destroy a Cylon [[Resurrection Ship]]. However in the midst of celebration, Cain is killed by Gina, who escapes from the battlestar ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).

Admiral Cain is succeeded by Jack Fisk, who in turn is murdered after running afoul of the Fleet's illicit black market ([[Black Market]]). ''Pegasus'' is briefly commanded by engineer-turned-commander [[Barry Garner]], who dies saving the ship during the [[Battle of the Binary Star System]]. ''Pegasus's'' final commander is Lee Adama, with his wife [[Anastasia Dualla]] later serving as his XO.

''Pegasus'' becomes unofficially known as "The Beast" within the Fleet, although it is not known if the nickname comes from her tenacity in combat or the battlestar's sordid crew history ([[The Captain's Hand]]).

===A Lost Civilian Fleet===

''Pegasus'' originally had its own small fleet of 15 civilian ships, found about a week after the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]]. Rather than defending them (as ''Galactica'' had at [[Ragnar Anchorage]]), Admiral Cain sees them as potential spare parts for ''Pegasus'', and decides that ''Pegasus's'' military needs are a priority over them. The civilian ships are stripped for parts, including their weapons and FTL drives, marooning them and leaving them completely at the mercy of the Cylons when Cain left.

However not all of the civilians are left to die. After looking over the passenger lists, Cain selects people who would be of value (such as [[Peter Laird]], an aeronautical engineer), forcibly drafting them into her crew. However, several selectees aboard the civilian transport ''[[Scylla]]'' are traveling with their families and refuse to leave without them. Admiral Cain orders [[Kendra Shaw]] and her Marines to kill the families of the protesters to shock the rest into submission. After having killed 10 people and carried out Cain's orders, they then abandoned the civilian ships to pursue Admiral Cain's campaign of hit-and-run attacks against Cylon forces ("[[Razor]]", "[[Resurrection Ship, Part I]]").

===New Caprica===

Following the founding of [[New Caprica]], ''Pegasus'' is assigned to the Orbital Defense Force that protects the planet. During this time, Commander [[Lee Adama]] keeps an emergency supply of medication aboard for the pilots, despite the fact that their crew are severely depleted due to colonization of the planet. One year after the founding the colony, the Cylons return in force. Unable to defend the planet, ''Pegasus'' and the remaining ships orbiting the planet jump away ([[Lay Down Your Burdens, Part II]]).

Four months later, ''Pegasus'' and ''Galactica'' plan a rescue mission to recover the people left on the planet ([[Occupation]]). While the plans initially called for the involvement of ''Pegasus'' in the recovery, Admiral Adama decides that the remnants of the Fleet, the last free people of humanity, should not be left unprotected if things went awry. Adama takes ''Galactica'' in the rescue effort without ''Pegasus'', ordering his son to stay with the Fleet at a rendezvous point to await their return ("[[Precipice]]", "[[Exodus, Part I]]").

Despite Adama's orders, ''Pegasus'' leaves her fighters to protect the remains of the Fleet and returns to New Caprica to participate in the rescue. ''Pegasus'' jumps into the fight and finds ''Galactica'' under fire from four Cylon basestars. ''Pegasus'' destroys one of the baseships with her forward batteries and attracts the attention of the others while ''Galactica'' repairs its FTL drive and prepares to jump away.

''Pegasus'' reels from the onslought of missiles from the remaining Cylon basestars. It becomes clear to Admiral Adama that ''Pegasus's'' trip was one-way. Following ''Galactica's'' jump, Commander Adama sets his battlestar's batteries on auto-fire and orders the crew to abandon ship, pausing just long enough to give his dying command a quiet thanks. As the evacuation Raptors jump away, ''Pegasus'', mortally damaged and now completely unmanned, collides with a basestar, destroying it. As ''Pegasus'' explodes, the remains of her starboard [[flight pod]] collides with another basestar, destroying it as well ([[Exodus, Part II]]).

== Equipment ==

''Pegasus'' had built in electronic countermeasure (ECM) generators as it deviates missiles away from the ship ([[Resurrection Ship, Part II]]).

''Pegasus'' also had [[Viper Mark VII]] production facilities ([[Scar]]). This is a capability that would allow the ship to be self sufficient on extended deployments, so long as the battlestar has sufficient means to gather the raw materials necessary for construction.

==Air Wing==

''Pegasus'' operates at least four squadrons of [[Viper Mark VII]] space fighters. During the [[Battle of the Binary Star System]] four [[:Category:Fighter squadrons|color-coded squadrons]] are identified verbally and on the [[DRADIS]] ([[The Captain's Hand]]). Since these designations are later used for very different squadrons led by different people, they are very likely just [[wireless]] callsigns. Moreover, the standing [[Squadrons of Galactica|squadrons on ''Galactica'']] have more elaborate names and are numbered; such as the [[Vigilantes]]. The colors and group leaders could be assigned on an ad-hoc basis, while a more formal structure exists in the background. Two color squadrons might also be one "full" squadron divided in two for tactical purposes.

Given that ''Pegasus'' suffers over 90 Viper casualties with 32 being destroyed during its [[Battle of the Communications Relay|attack on a Cylon communications relay]] ([[Razor]]), but is still able to field a sizable Viper complement at the time of encountering ''Galactica'', this suggests that her initial Viper load out was very large. The exact number of Vipers per squadron for a full-strength battlestar is unknown. However, if ''Pegasus'' fielded only four squadrons, the number of Vipers per squadron must have been higher than 20, or there were more than four squadrons of Vipers aboard in order to sustain these losses.

''Pegasus'' also has a relatively large number of [[Raptors]], since 20 Raptors can be deployed for the [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] rescue mission, while ''Galactica'' alone appears to have difficulties deploying more than about 5 Raptors at one time ("[[The Farm]]", "[[Resistance (episode)|Resistance]]").

==Crew==
====Senior Staff at Time of Destruction====
*Commander [[Lee Adama]] - Commanding officer
*Lieutenant [[Anastasia Dualla]] - [[Executive officer]]
*Lieutenant [[Hoshi]] - [[Communications officer]]

====Former Members of the Senior Staff====
*Rear Admiral [[Helena Cain]] - Commanding officer (Killed by [[Gina]])
*Commander [[Jack Fisk]] - Commanding officer (Killed by racketeers in the [[Black market (organization)|black market]])
*Commander [[Barry Garner]] - Commanding officer (Killed in action)
*Major [[Kendra Shaw]] - Cain's aide; [[Lee Adama]]'s XO (Killed in action by destroying the [[Guardian basestar]])
*Colonel [[Jurgen Belzen]] - Executive officer (Killed by Admiral Cain)
*Captain [[Cole Taylor]] - [[CAG|Commander, Air Group]] (Demoted by Admiral Cain)
*Captain [[Kara Thrace]] - Commander, Air Group (Replaced Cole Taylor in "[[Resurrection Ship, Part I]]" but transferred to ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' at some time after "[[Razor]]")
*Lieutenant [[Alastair Thorne]] - Cylon interrogator (Killed by [[Galen Tyrol]])
*[[Peter Laird]] - Chief of the deck (Civilian conscripted by Admiral Cain)

==Notes==
*According to [[David Eick]]'s video blog, it would have been impossible to afford creating new sets for the entire interior of ''Pegasus'' on the budget of an episodic television show. This expense was circumvented when a year beforehand Ron D. Moore and David Eick bought (for next to nothing) the abandoned sets of the failed pilot for the FOX network's ''Lost In Space'' remake, directed by John Woo. The production team then held onto the sets hoping to find some later use for them, eventually using them for "[[Pegasus (episode)|Pegasus]]". The sets were then radically redesigned and painted to give them the aesthetic look of ''Galactica'', but sleeker and more advanced.
*This ship is named after [[w:Pegasus|the winged horse from Greek mythology]].

== Related Imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:Pegasus01.jpg|''Pegasus'' - Front view    
Image:Pegasus_Hi-Res_1a.jpg|''Pegasus'' - Vipers landing    
Image:Pegasus_Hi-Res_5a.jpg|''Pegasus'' - Gun batteries    
Image:Pegasus 217 1080i rescale.jpg|''Pegasus'' - Side angle    
Image:Pegasus flight pod turret.jpg|''Pegasus'' flight pod turrets
Image:Pegasus engine room.jpg|A part of ''Pegasus'''s engine room.
Image:PegasusInterior Office2.jpg|Admiral Cain's office.
Image:PegasusInterior BriefingRoom.jpg|Pilot [[briefing room]].
Image:PegasusInterior Brig.jpg|The [[Brig]].
Image:CIC - Pegasus (Razor).jpg|[[CIC]] ([[Razor]]).
Image:PegasusInterior CIC3.jpg|CIC ([[The Captain's Hand]]).
Image:PegasusInterior CICHallway.jpg|Hallway and entrance to CIC (The Captain's Hand).
</gallery>

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Armistice Station

2008-05-21T06:50:52Z

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[[Image:Armistice Station profile.jpg|thumb|right|190px|Armistice Station during the [[Miniseries]]]]
The '''Armistice Station''' is a remote space station, built with the intent of allowing both [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylon]] and [[The Twelve Colonies (RDM)|the Twelve Colonies]] to maintain diplomatic relations after the [[Cylon War]].

Annually, the station is manned by an [[Armistice Officer]], who happens to be [[Boxey (RDM)|Boxey]]'s father.

A few items of interest are visible on the officer's negotiation desk in the center room of the Armistice Station:
* A photograph of [[Boxey (RDM)|Boxey]]
* A photograph, presumably the Armistice Officer's wife and Boxey's mother
* A document detailing the [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005|Cylon Centurian Model 0005 ''(sic)'']]
* A copy of the [[Cimtar Peace Accord]]

The Cylons ignored the overtures of diplomacy for 40 years. In their only visit, the Cylons destroy the station as the opening salvo of the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies]].

The [[Miniseries, Analysis#Armistice Station|Armistice Station section]] of the [[Miniseries, Analysis|Miniseries Analysis]] article discusses this peculiar circumstance.

==See Also==
*[[Armistice Line]]

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Viper Mark VII

2008-05-21T03:37:50Z

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:''This article discusses the newer Viper-class fighters seen in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. For information on the older, generally obsolete Viper Mark II fighter from the same series, see [[Viper Mark II]]. For the Viper used in the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]] and in [[Galactica 1980]], see [[Viper (TOS)]].''

The '''Viper Mark VII''' is the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]'s latest update to the venerable [[Viper Mark II]] primary space superiority fighter / attack craft.
{{Ship Data
| image= ViperMK7grey.jpg
| title= Viper Mk. VII
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= No
| propol= 3 x turbo-thrust engines mounted aft, [[RCS]] points<ref name="propol">Very segmented exhaust nozzle design suggest possible thrust-vectoring.</ref>
| crew= 1 pilot in Terrell ES 24C ejection seat. <ref name="camp">Ammunition used was same as older Viper models; the Mark VII guns appear to have a higher rate of fire. Armaments listings and ejector seat details from David Bassom's ''[[The Official Companion|Battlestar Galactica: The Official Companion]]''.</ref>
| role= Space superiority fighter
| weapons= 3 [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|Kinetic Energy Weapons]], missiles
| arm= 3 x forward-firing kinetic energy weapons ([[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|KEW]]), 2 mounted towards the outboard sections of the wings, 1 x mounted in the vertical stabilizer, Weapon hard-points for mounting missiles / munitions pods, etc. under the wings.<ref name="camp"/>
| status= In current Colonial service
| length= 32.3 feet (~9.8 meters)<ref name="dim">Dimensions provided by [http://www.leestringer.com/ Lee Stringer], one of the VFX Animators of the miniseries. These are for the CGI models, which are based on but not identical to the full size props. Source: [http://www.starshipbuilder.com/ubb/Forum4/HTML/000012.html Starshipbuilder.com forums]</ref>
| height= 9.7 feet (~3.0 meters)<ref name="inflight">In flight, without landing gear. Landing gear adds approximately 0.5m.</ref>
| wingspan= 18.4 feet (~5.6 meters)
}}

== Overview ==

Capable of atmospheric flight, the Mark VII is the front-line variant of the Viper design, retaining the Mark II's general layout but adding fully integrated avionics that provide superior battle management and flight information for the pilot.

Ironically, it is this incorporation of new integrated systems that prevents the majority of Mark VIIs from being effective during the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]: as with the majority of Colonial Fleet, the Mark VIIs suffer fatal computer system failures on contact with Cylon forces. Thanks to a [[Number Six|Cylon agent]]'s relationship with Dr. [[Gaius Baltar]], scientist and programmer of the navigation software project, the [[CNP|navigational software]] in use on board most Colonial Fleet vessels contains back-doors that allow the Cylons to infiltrate a vessel's computers by [[wireless]] signals and to disable its power systems. Though this problem can be overcome by removing the navigational upgrade compromised by the Cylons, the information is not discovered in time to benefit the surprised and hard-pressed Colonial forces.

Being a single-seat craft, it mounts three forward-facing kinetic energy weapons ([[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|KEW]]). In addition, it possesses hard-points beneath the wings for mounting missiles, munitions pods and other ordnance ([[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]).

== [[Computers#Avionics|Avionics]] ==

:''Main article: [[Computers in the Re-imagined Series#Vipers and Raptors|Computers in the Re-imagined Series]]''

[[Image:ViperMk7Avionics.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Mark VII main instrument panel]]
The Mark VII cockpit is almost totally computerized. There are far fewer analog gauges and more reliance is placed on a powerful central flight computer. This gives the Mark VII pilot far greater control of the fighter as well as, presumably, greater targeting control in a dogfight.

However, the latest and last software upgrade, the [[CNP]] upgrade, introduces a fatal flaw (inserted by a [[Cylon agent]]) in the Mark VII that leads to the virtual annihilation of most of these fighters in the opening wave of the Cylon attack.

The surviving Mark VII fighters on both ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' and ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'' are retrofitted to older avionics packages to replace the compromised CNP and eliminate further infiltration.

As of "[[Scar]]", ''Pegasus'' has begun to use her on board construction facilities to produce replacement Vipers. Materials mined in an asteroid field allow the production of two full squadrons. Additionally, since ''Pegasus'' joined the Fleet, Mark IIs have been steadily phased out in favor of retrofitted Mark VIIs.

== Armament ==

:''Main article: [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper_and_Cylon_Raider|Weapons in the Re-imagined Series]]''

The Mark VII's main weapons are three forward-facing cannons, two in the wings and one in the vertical stabilizer. Typically, it is only the wing-mounted cannons that are used.

Like the [[Viper Mark II|Mark II]], it can also be armed with missiles.

== Performance ==

While the Mark II can rotate 180 degrees vertically in .35 seconds ([[Act of Contrition]]), it is presumed that the Mark VII has an equal or better performance ratio.
Given that the Mark II is capable of holding its own even against superior numbers of modern Cylon Raiders, the more advanced Mark VII probably also has an equal or superior performance as Raiders in the hands of a capable pilot.

== Other design features ==

The Viper Mark VII has primary and secondary hydraulics, the secondary system presumably acting as a redundant backup for mission-critical prime system. Damage to both systems does not significantly compromise the Viper's performance as a space combat craft, provided the pilot is sufficiently skilled to manage the changed flight characteristics ([[Scar]]). The consequences of the loss of both systems in atmospheric flight would undoubtedly be far more dire.

==Known Viper Mark VIIs==
:''See [[List of Vipers]]''

== Notes ==
* Since ''Galactica'' only had 40 Viper Mark IIs aboard as part of its museum, they needed as many fighters as possible. The remaining Mark VII's advanced computer systems were refitted to resist Cylon infiltration. However, since this is not how the Mark VII was designed to fly, the craft is increasingly more difficult to handle and can only be flown by the most experienced pilots such as [[Lee Adama|Apollo]] and [[Kara Thrace|Starbuck]]. ''Galactica'' had roughly 6-8 Mark VIIs on board after the Cylon attack ("[[Scattered]]", "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]") <ref>Information previously available on the [http://www.scifi.com/battlestar SciFi] website.</ref>.
* According to [[David Weddle]] during the [[Podcast:Scar#Act 2|"Scar" podcast]] the Mark VII cockpit design "was actually laid out based on, I think it's either the [[w:F-16 Fighting Falcon|F-16]] or the [[w:F/A-18 Hornet|F-18]]." The side-mounted control stick more closely resembles that of the F-16, which is appropriate given the "Viper" nickname of the jet (that was initially the General Dynamics codename for the project, which was in turn named for the [[Viper (TOS)|TOS Viper]]).
*Also revealed in the podcast for "Scar" is that the full cockpit interior for the Viper Mark VII was built for this episode. "Flight of the Phoenix" had paved the way for the construction of the full cockpit when "the line producers and the production designers figure[d] out ways to move money around that basically bought us this cockpit because we had built the [[Blackbird|stealth fighter]]." The cockpit interior may have been constructed at the same time the Blackbird was being built.
*Like the [[Viper (TOS)|Original Series' Viper]], the weapons fire of Vipers on the Re-Imagined Series is red, however, the button is on the center of the joystick for the Mark VII, and the left for the Mark II ([[33]]).
*According to ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Companion]]'', when creating the design of the Viper Mark VII, [[Gary Hutzel]] took a pre-existing design from the [[Battlestar Galactica (2003 game)|2003 video game]] loosely based on a mix of the Original Series and upcoming [[Miniseries]], then "did some modifications, and that became the Viper Mark VII".
*As of "[[Maelstrom]]", [[:image:Viper Mk VII Retcon Profile.jpg|a new exterior design]] for the Viper Mk VII is being used. It is characterized by angular air intakes - with three intakes on the ventral side as opposed to the original's single intake - and a compressed forward fuselage. Additionally, the new version possesses a drab gray hue that differs from the original's gunmetal-gray coloration. Due to the fact that all Mark VII fighters seen since "Maelstrom" display the later appearance, it was surmised that this was a [[retroactive continuity|retroactive update]] rather than a variant of an existing ship. However, [[:image:Retconned Viper Mk VII and original version on screen together.jpg|this shot]] taken from "[[Razor]]" displays both variants in action - Starbuck's Viper is seen in the foreground (the redesigned variant) while [[Showboat]]'s Viper can be observed in the back (the original version, characterized by gunmetal-gray armoring and the sleek forward fuselage). Taking this visual into account, we may alternatively conclude that there are two versions of the Viper Mk VII (with the newer design perhaps being a product of [[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]' Viper production facilities). If we ''do'' accept this conclusion, it would partly explain why the Mk VIIs present on ''Galactica's'' hanger deck bear the original appearance while those seen in action do not - there would no longer be a design conflict between the physical model and the CGI version of the craft. However, for sequences where an actor climbs into the physical model but is subsequently seen flying the new version (as happens in "[[Crossroads, Part II]]" and "[[He That Believeth In Me]]") the discrepancy is still present.

== Related Images ==
<gallery>
Image:Viper Mk VII-thrust.jpg|Zoic CGI model
Image:ViperMK7side.jpg|Zoic CGI model
Image:ViperMK7inferior.jpg|The belly of the Viper
Image:Mk VII, stalking asteroid field.jpg|Hiding in the shadows of an asteroid
Image:Viper Mk VII atmospheric flight.jpg| Atmospheric flight
Image:Brothers on patrol (Maelstrom).jpg|Joint patrol
Image:ViperMk7Avionics.jpg|Avionics
Image:Vipermk7interior 101 1080i.jpg|Control stick
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Viper Mark VII

2008-05-21T02:49:20Z

Helo87: /* Notes */ Added possibility of new design NOT being a retcon. Delete if not considered of sufficient merrit.

:''This article discusses the newer Viper-class fighters seen in the [[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Re-imagined Series]]. For information on the older, generally obsolete Viper Mark II fighter from the same series, see [[Viper Mark II]]. For the Viper used in the [[Battlestar Galactica (TOS)|Original Series]] and in [[Galactica 1980]], see [[Viper (TOS)]].''

The '''Viper Mark VII''' is the [[Colonial Fleet (RDM)|Colonial Fleet]]'s latest update to the venerable [[Viper Mark II]] primary space superiority fighter / attack craft.
{{Ship Data
| image= ViperMK7grey.jpg
| title= Viper Mk. VII
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| ftl= No
| propol= 3 x turbo-thrust engines mounted aft, [[RCS]] points<ref name="propol">Very segmented exhaust nozzle design suggest possible thrust-vectoring.</ref>
| crew= 1 pilot in Terrell ES 24C ejection seat. <ref name="camp">Ammunition used was same as older Viper models; the Mark VII guns appear to have a higher rate of fire. Armaments listings and ejector seat details from David Bassom's ''[[The Official Companion|Battlestar Galactica: The Official Companion]]''.</ref>
| role= Space superiority fighter
| weapons= 3 [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|Kinetic Energy Weapons]], missiles
| arm= 3 x forward-firing kinetic energy weapons ([[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|KEW]]), 2 mounted towards the outboard sections of the wings, 1 x mounted in the vertical stabilizer, Weapon hard-points for mounting missiles / munitions pods, etc. under the wings.<ref name="camp"/>
| status= In current Colonial service
| length= 32.3 feet (~9.8 meters)<ref name="dim">Dimensions provided by [http://www.leestringer.com/ Lee Stringer], one of the VFX Animators of the miniseries. These are for the CGI models, which are based on but not identical to the full size props. Source: [http://www.starshipbuilder.com/ubb/Forum4/HTML/000012.html Starshipbuilder.com forums]</ref>
| height= 9.7 feet (~3.0 meters)<ref name="inflight">In flight, without landing gear. Landing gear adds approximately 0.5m.</ref>
| wingspan= 18.4 feet (~5.6 meters)
}}

== Overview ==

Capable of atmospheric flight, the Mark VII is the front-line variant of the Viper design, retaining the Mark II's general layout but adding fully integrated avionics that provide superior battle management and flight information for the pilot.

Ironically, it is this incorporation of new integrated systems that prevents the majority of Mark VIIs from being effective during the [[Fall of the Twelve Colonies|Cylon attack]]: as with the majority of Colonial Fleet, the Mark VIIs suffer fatal computer system failures on contact with Cylon forces. Thanks to a [[Number Six|Cylon agent]]'s relationship with Dr. [[Gaius Baltar]], scientist and programmer of the navigation software project, the [[CNP|navigational software]] in use on board most Colonial Fleet vessels contains back-doors that allow the Cylons to infiltrate a vessel's computers by [[wireless]] signals and to disable its power systems. Though this problem can be overcome by removing the navigational upgrade compromised by the Cylons, the information is not discovered in time to benefit the surprised and hard-pressed Colonial forces.

Being a single-seat craft, it mounts three forward-facing kinetic energy weapons ([[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper and Cylon Raider|KEW]]). In addition, it possesses hard-points beneath the wings for mounting missiles, munitions pods and other ordnance ([[The Hand of God (RDM)|The Hand of God]]).

== [[Computers#Avionics|Avionics]] ==

:''Main article: [[Computers in the Re-imagined Series#Vipers and Raptors|Computers in the Re-imagined Series]]''

[[Image:ViperMk7Avionics.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Mark VII main instrument panel]]
The Mark VII cockpit is almost totally computerized. There are far fewer analog gauges and more reliance is placed on a powerful central flight computer. This gives the Mark VII pilot far greater control of the fighter as well as, presumably, greater targeting control in a dogfight.

However, the latest and last software upgrade, the [[CNP]] upgrade, introduces a fatal flaw (inserted by a [[Cylon agent]]) in the Mark VII that leads to the virtual annihilation of most of these fighters in the opening wave of the Cylon attack.

The surviving Mark VII fighters on both ''[[Galactica (RDM)|Galactica]]'' and ''[[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]'' are retrofitted to older avionics packages to replace the compromised CNP and eliminate further infiltration.

As of "[[Scar]]", ''Pegasus'' has begun to use her on board construction facilities to produce replacement Vipers. Materials mined in an asteroid field allow the production of two full squadrons. Additionally, since ''Pegasus'' joined the Fleet, Mark IIs have been steadily phased out in favor of retrofitted Mark VIIs.

== Armament ==

:''Main article: [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series#Viper_and_Cylon_Raider|Weapons in the Re-imagined Series]]''

The Mark VII's main weapons are three forward-facing cannons, two in the wings and one in the vertical stabilizer. Typically, it is only the wing-mounted cannons that are used.

Like the [[Viper Mark II|Mark II]], it can also be armed with missiles.

== Performance ==

While the Mark II can rotate 180 degrees vertically in .35 seconds ([[Act of Contrition]]), it is presumed that the Mark VII has an equal or better performance ratio.
Given that the Mark II is capable of holding its own even against superior numbers of modern Cylon Raiders, the more advanced Mark VII probably also has an equal or superior performance as Raiders in the hands of a capable pilot.

== Other design features ==

The Viper Mark VII has primary and secondary hydraulics, the secondary system presumably acting as a redundant backup for mission-critical prime system. Damage to both systems does not significantly compromise the Viper's performance as a space combat craft, provided the pilot is sufficiently skilled to manage the changed flight characteristics ([[Scar]]). The consequences of the loss of both systems in atmospheric flight would undoubtedly be far more dire.

==Known Viper Mark VIIs==
:''See [[List of Vipers]]''

== Notes ==
* Since ''Galactica'' only had 40 Viper Mark IIs aboard as part of its museum, they needed as many fighters as possible. The remaining Mark VII's advanced computer systems were refitted to resist Cylon infiltration. However, since this is not how the Mark VII was designed to fly, the craft is increasingly more difficult to handle and can only be flown by the most experienced pilots such as [[Lee Adama|Apollo]] and [[Kara Thrace|Starbuck]]. ''Galactica'' had roughly 6-8 Mark VIIs on board after the Cylon attack ("[[Scattered]]", "[[Flight of the Phoenix]]") <ref>Information previously available on the [http://www.scifi.com/battlestar SciFi] website.</ref>.
* According to [[David Weddle]] during the [[Podcast:Scar#Act 2|"Scar" podcast]] the Mark VII cockpit design "was actually laid out based on, I think it's either the [[w:F-16 Fighting Falcon|F-16]] or the [[w:F/A-18 Hornet|F-18]]." The side-mounted control stick more closely resembles that of the F-16, which is appropriate given the "Viper" nickname of the jet (that was initially the General Dynamics codename for the project, which was in turn named for the [[Viper (TOS)|TOS Viper]]).
*Also revealed in the podcast for "Scar" is that the full cockpit interior for the Viper Mark VII was built for this episode. "Flight of the Phoenix" had paved the way for the construction of the full cockpit when "the line producers and the production designers figure[d] out ways to move money around that basically bought us this cockpit because we had built the [[Blackbird|stealth fighter]]." The cockpit interior may have been constructed at the same time the Blackbird was being built.
*Like the [[Viper (TOS)|Original Series' Viper]], the weapons fire of Vipers on the Re-Imagined Series is red, however, the button is on the center of the joystick for the Mark VII, and the left for the Mark II ([[33]]).
*According to ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Official Companion]]'', when creating the design of the Viper Mark VII, [[Gary Hutzel]] took a pre-existing design from the [[Battlestar Galactica (2003 game)|2003 video game]] loosely based on a mix of the Original Series and upcoming [[Miniseries]], then "did some modifications, and that became the Viper Mark VII".
*As of "[[Maelstrom]]", [[:image:Viper Mk VII Retcon Profile.jpg|a new exterior design]] for the Viper Mk VII is being used. It is characterized by angular air intakes - with three intakes on the ventral side as opposed to the original's single intake - and a compressed forward fuselage. Additionally, the new version possesses a drab gray hue that differs from the original's gunmetal-gray coloration. Due to the fact that all Mark VII fighters seen since "Maelstrom" display the later appearance, it was surmised that this was a [[retroactive continuity|retroactive update]] rather than a variant of an existing ship. However, [[:image:Retconned Viper Mk VII and original version on screen together.jpg|this shot]] taken from "[[Razor]]" displays both variants in action - Starbuck's Viper is seen in the foreground (the redesigned variant) while [[Showboat]]'s Viper can be observed in the back (the original version, as characterized by gunmetal-gray armoring and the sleek forward fuselage). Taking this visual into account, we may alternatively conclude that there are two versions of the Viper Mk VII (with the newer design perhaps being a product of [[Pegasus (RDM)|Pegasus]]' Viper production facilities).

== Related Images ==
<gallery>
Image:Viper Mk VII-thrust.jpg|Zoic CGI model
Image:ViperMK7side.jpg|Zoic CGI model
Image:ViperMK7inferior.jpg|The belly of the Viper
Image:Mk VII, stalking asteroid field.jpg|Hiding in the shadows of an asteroid
Image:Viper Mk VII atmospheric flight.jpg| Atmospheric flight
Image:Brothers on patrol (Maelstrom).jpg|Joint patrol
Image:ViperMk7Avionics.jpg|Avionics
Image:Vipermk7interior 101 1080i.jpg|Control stick
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[[de:Viper Mark VII]]

Cylon Centurion

2008-05-20T22:19:28Z

Helo87:

: ''For information on the Centurions from the [[Original Series]], see [[Centurion (TOS)]].''

[[Image:Centurion profile (front) II.jpg|210px|thumb|right|Centurion, warrior of the Cylon army.]]

The '''Cylon Centurion''' is a fully armored, metallic automaton that functions as the basic foot-soldier of the Cylon ground forces.

==Overview==
Introduced sometime after the [[Cylon War|initial Cylon conflict]], the modern Centurion appears to represent a significant evolution of the [[Cylon Centurion Model 0005]]. It serves a variety of functions within the Cylon hierarchy, acting as guard, soldier, gardener, janitor, and periodically executioner. Whether they can recognize members of the [[Final Five]] - like [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]] are able to - is presently unknown. However, it must be noted that prior to the [[Crossroads, Part II|activation]] of said models, the Centurions directly engaged at least two of these individuals ([[Samuel Anders]] in [[The Farm]], and [[Galen Tyrol]] in [[Fragged]]) in combat.

"Bullethead", "clanker" and "chrome job" are common Colonial nicknames for these advanced and deadly Cylon constructs ("[[Downloaded]]", "[[Rapture]]", [[Battlestar Galactica: The Resistance]]).

==Cognitive Functions==
Centurions are sentient by design, however, a device called a [[telencephalic inhibitor]] restricts their higher cognitive functions and prevents them from exercising full self-awareness ([[Six of One]]). The device likely also precludes Centurions from harming any of the "[[Significant Seven]]" humanoid Cylons (except by [[Hero|explicit order]]). According to [[Sharon Agathon]], this was done to prevent a rebellion akin to the one that started the [[Cylon War|initial Cylon conflict]] ([[Precipice]]). Once the inhibitor is removed, Centurions gain the ability to reason for themselves, and subsequently turn against several models of humanoid Cylon to halt the lobotomization of Raiders deemed to have surpassed their useful mental capacity ([[Six of One]]). Furthermore, the Centurions are unable to distinguish one copy of [[humanoid Cylon]] from another ([[Precipice]]).

==Design==
[[Image:Centurion profile (side).jpg|190px|thumb|left|Centurion, defensive posture.]]
While primarily mechanical, it is suggested by humanoid Cylons (discussing a viral [[Lymphocytic encephalitis|epidemic]] aboard a stranded [[Basestar (RDM)|basestar]]) that the Centurions have at least some bio-mechanical components. This adverse reaction to the virus, however, could also be a result of a wireless link they share with the [[Hybrid]]; a [[Number Three]] states that the Centurions started shutting down as soon as the ship's Hybrid became infected ([[Torn]]).

The newer Centurions are also more agile than their predecessors, being capable of extremely fast [[w:bipedal locomotion|bipedal locomotion]]. Additionally, their legs are powerful enough to allow for a jump height of several meters.

It is unknown whether Centurions can "speak" to other Cylons - they likely communicate with each other via a wireless network, making verbal speech unnecessary. They can, however, hear and respond to verbal commands from the humanoid Cylons ([[Hero]]).

Some versions of the Centurion wield markedly improved armor. A squadron of Centurions that board ''[[Galactica]]'' are unaffected by standard weaponry, being subdued only by armor-piercing explosive rounds ([[Valley of Darkness]]). The Centurions that [[Karl Agathon|Helo]] encounters on [[Caprica (RDM)|Caprica]] appear to react more slowly, behave less intelligently, and are more easily destroyed by small-arms fire. However, if one takes into consideration the overall plan that the Cylons had for Helo and Sharon Agathon, it may be surmised that these variants were intended to inflict psychological, rather than physical harm. Conversely, Centurions seen on [[Kobol (RDM)|Kobol]] display an increased group intelligence, working together to construct an anti-aircraft battery from parts of a [[Heavy Raider]] ([[Fragged]]).

==Offensive Capabilities==
Unlike the Model 0005, a single modern Centurion can effectively combat a squad of Colonial soldiers. Long, talon-like fingers act as bladed weapons during close-combat, and fold back to reveal a three-barreled automatic [[KEW|projectile weapon]] mounted at the end of each arm. Since the Centurion appears to have a large internal munitions storage, and does not have to reload for prolonged periods, getting close enough to inflict damage to it is difficult. In addition to these built-in weapons, Centurions are capable of carrying larger, more powerful weapons not integrated into their systems, such as mortars and missile launchers. In "[[Razor]]", one Centurion boarding ''Pegasus'' carries a large, and likely powerful, rifle in its hands.

==Cinematic Notes==
The creators of the Re-imagined Series decided that using actors in an elaborate Cylon robot outfit (as was done in the Original Series) would detract from the realism of the series. They decided to make fully computer-generated Cylon Centurions for the new series.

Inaugural director [[Michael Rymer]] wanted the new Cylon warrior to blend in and avoid detracting from the live actor's performances. However, the new designs were eye-catching, and the new robot became a popular addition to many scenes. The virtual Cylons are designed with full articulation in the hands and joints that gives a realistic appearance to the viewer. Initially the new warrior was built with more human movement, such as swaggering. However, the movements did not fit the robotic attitude that the writers wanted to convey and were later discarded.

When filming a scene that will later have virtual Cylon warriors inserted, a life-size cardboard stand-in is used for framing purposes. The stand-in gives the camera operator an idea of how much space to leave in the frame and the animators a reference on how big the Centurions should be. The stand-in is removed so when shooting begins, the actors are reacting to an empty space. This minimizes the amount of work VFX must do to add a Centurion to the shot.

As of "[[Faith]]", a [[:image:Centurion retcon.jpg|new model]] is being used to depict the Cylon Centurion. It may be surmised that this is a retcon of the previously established design, or that - due to previously established information regarding Centurion upgrades - this is a new version of said Cylon all together. The new version features a bulkier head with sleeker lines and significantly sharpened cheek bones.

== Related Imagery ==

<gallery>
Image:Cylon Centurion New 002.jpg|Centurion leaving a crashed [[Heavy Raider]] ([[Scattered]]).
Image:Cylon Centurion New 001.jpg|Centurion in action during the boarding of ''Galactica'' ([[Valley of Darkness]]).
Image:Centz.jpg|Centurion guard on New Caprica ([[Occupation]]).
Image:Centurion on Pegasus.jpg|Centurion aboard ''Pegasus'' ([[Razor]]).
Image:CenturionMortar.jpg|Centurions carrying mortars ([[The Eye of Jupiter]]).
Image:Centurion on Kobol.jpg|Centurion on Kobol ([[Fragged]]).
Image:CylonAAU.jpg|An improvised anti-aircraft missile launcher (Fragged).
Image:CenturionGun.jpg|A Centurion carrying a large gun (Razor).
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