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April 16, 2003
Battlestar Galactica Classic - Book 3 to be Published on December 1st
Battlestar Galactica Classic, Book 3 by Glen Larson and Robert Thurston will be published on December 1, 2003 by iBooks, ISBN: 0743475178, in Paperback format. This will be the 3rd of the paperback reprints of the original novels.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0743475178
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April 16, 2003
Two New Video Game Information Sheets
Two (2) additional sales information sheets for the upcoming Battlestar Galactica video game from Universal Interactive were just released! Battlestar Galactica for PS2 and XBOX is a console video game coming in September 2003. The video game is set in a prequel time period, before the original Battlestar Galactica, and before the upcoming Battlestar Galactica remake mini-series from the Sci-Fi Channel. Four (4) existing screen shots/information sheets have already been released. The new 5th sheet is entitled "Product Information" and mentions: "Product Description: Fight the insidious Cylons in epic space battles utilizing advanced tactics and an arsenal of weaponry, including the greatest weapon mankind ever conceived-- The Battlestar Galactica. Target: Males 13-34. Positioning: Battlestar Galactica delivers a compelling and immersive space action experience as players move seamlessly between stunning cinematics and epic space battles against the insidious, mechanical power of the Cylons. Key Features/Why to Buy: - A license with a loyal, avid consumer base that will see a huge revitalization with the new Sci-Fi mini-series and home video initiatives. - Fly Vipers, Raiders, and other ships on a variety of missions including attack, escort, and defense of the Galactica. - An immersive experience which seamlessly combines engaging gameplay and movie-quality cinematics. - Massive space battles set around gigantic, high-poly capital ships (with destructible objects, such as turrets, engines and cannons), while dozens of AI ships dogfight." The new 6th sheet is entitled "Key Facts/Brand Background" and mentions: "Price: Retail: $49.99. Launch: Ship: September 23, 2003. Safe Ad: October 5, 2003. Brand Facts: - Timed for the 25th anniversary of one of TV's top-rated shows, Battlestar Galactica is making a comeback with a new mini-series on Sci-Fi Channel Q4 2003. - 92% of awareness of the property. * - 46% would be interested in a game based on Battlestar Galactica!!! * - Universal Home Entertainment to launch 100K units of Battlestar DVD Box Set at $99 SRP. - Thousands of loyal and active fans: battlestargalactica.com; colonialfleets.com; thegalactican.com; and several more. - (* Based on research from December 2002)." For the new screen shots, be sure to check out the Artwork Showcase at BattlestarGalacticaClub.com!
http://www.battlestargalacticaclub.com/artwork.html
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April 16, 2003
Poster Ad for BSG Released!
Warrior at ColonialFleets.com has just published a new artwork rendering for Battlestar Galactica fans! The new artwork highlights exactly what Ron Moore's new Battlestar Galactica mini-series is about-- and what it's not about! The new image is very well done and a must-see, be sure to check out the new artwork at Colonial Fleets.
http://www.colonialfleets.com/forums...&threadid=2557
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April 14, 2003
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA Remake Starbuck Uniform!
BattlestarGalacticaClub.com has just reposted the recent "BATTLESTAR GALACTICA Remake Starbuck Uniform!" directly from eBay! A must-see for Battlestar Galactica fans and Ron Moore fans alike, the scorching hot new uniform for Ron Moore's female Starbuck in the new mini-series!
http://www.battlestargalacticaclub.c...=ST&f=5&t=1317
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April 14, 2003
Battlestar Galactica 3D Artwork
3DGladiators.com's and ColonialFleets.com's Warrior has posted a new CGI rendering that cuts to the chase of Ron Moore's new mini-series. Be sure to check out the new image at the following link at Colonial Fleets.
http://www.colonialfleets.com/forums...&threadid=2543
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April 14, 2003
Three Questions Answered in Ask David Eick
The Sci-Fi Channel's Battlestar Galactica web site is updating the Ask David Eick section on a regular basis. David Eick is the producer of Ron Moore's Battlestar Galactica re-imagining mini-series for the Sci-Fi Channel. Three new questions were answered on each of the following dates: March 31st, April 8th, and April 14th. For the latest public relations postings from the Sci-Fi Channel, check out their web site at the following link.
http://www.scifi.com/battlestar/askdavid/
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April 14, 2003
Original Cylon Costume Designer Launches New Web Site
Battlestar Galactica original Cylon costume designer Andrew Probert is launching an updated web site at ProbertDesigns.com. Andrew reports that the site should be online in April '03. In addition to his work on the Battlestar Galactica television series, Andrew Probert has also painted some incredible Galactica artwork. Of note, Andrew Probert is also the original designer of the U.S.S. Enterprise 1701-D for the Star Trek: The Next Generation TV series. Watch for his site to come online soon!
http://www.probertdesigns.com/
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April 14, 2003
Additional Updates at Kobol.com
Chris Pappas of Kobol.com and the Original Costume and Prop Museum web site is continuing to update his sites, and has restored the Battlestar Galactica FAQ List, Data Archives, and some of the picture galleries. More updates are on the way. Also, Chris has just posted pictures of official Colonial Warrior uniform emblems and collar pins that he his selling from his collection. For the latest updates and more information, be sure to check out Kobol.com.
http://www.kobol.com/
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April 14, 2003
Dirk Benedict in New York
New report from Tracy B. of DirkBenedictCentral.com: Dirk Benedict will be attending the New York International Scifi and Fantasy Creators Convention on Friday, June 27, 2003 - Sunday, June 29, 2003 in New York, New York, U.S.A. Thanks to Tracy B. for posting the announcement at the Dirk Benedict Events Calendar at DirkBenedictCentral.com.
http://www.dirkbenedictcentral.com/c...r/Calendar.asp
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April 14, 2003
Summary of Sci-Fi Magazine's Recent Report
Battlestar Galactica fan JSC1 has written a summary report of the recent Battlestar Galactica mini-series article in the Sci-Fi Channel's own Sci-Fi Magazine. JSC1 reports that the article "Has David Eick promoting Battlestar Galactica re-imagined supposedly three weeks before shooting was ready to begin." For the complete report and promotional interview with mini-series producer David Eick, be sure to check out the following link at the Sci-Fi Channel BBoard.
http://bboard.scifi.com/bboard/browse.cgi/1/5/531/782
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April 14, 2003
State of Fandom Address
Battlestar Galactica fan Peter Noble just posted an outstanding new note at the Battlestar Galactica Club Forums and other boards as well. The note is entitled, "State of Fandom Address", and is a must-read for Battlestar Galactica fans. Be sure to check out the new note at the following link.
http://www.battlestargalacticaclub.c...=ST&f=5&t=1313
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April 14, 2003
"I can't stay quiet anymore..."
Battlestar Galactica fan Malkyte has posted one of the best revival letters ever written at the Sci-Fi Channel BBoard. The letter is very passionate, and a must-read for Battlestar Galactica fans. (You too, Ron!)
http://bboard.scifi.com/bboard/browse.cgi/1/5/531/761
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April 14, 2003
Format Poll Draft Report
TwoBrainedCylon of Cylon.org has reported on the recent poll that he conducted. Here is a summary of the results: "A Re-Imagining following the Ron Moore concept script: 7%. A Remake that follows the concepts of the original series: 11%. A Prequel Series: 2.5%. A continuation of the original series with new actors: 5.5%. A continuation of the original series with original actors: 74%." For the complete report, be sure to check out the following link at The Cylon Alliance.
http://www.cylon.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=16
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April 14, 2003
The Cylon Alliance at Cylon.org
The Cylon Alliance has just moved to its own independent forum at Cylon.org! The forum aims to be a neutral ground, and both Battlestar Galactica fans as well as Ron Moore fans frequent the forum. For the latest revival discussion and current call outs, be sure to visit The Cylon Alliance at Cylon.org!
http://www.cylon.org/phpBB2/
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