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Battlestar Galactica Volume 2: The Adama Gambit
For the Battlestar Galactica and its fleet, which is the greater threat: what lies ahead, or what snaps at their heels?
Driven into an uncharted storm zone by the pursuing Cylons, the last survivors of the Twelve Colonies discover a vast, mysterious artifact.
With half of the crew haunted by chilling dreams of lost Earth, Commander Adama and Captain Apollo find themselves at odds over their course of action — a conflict that leads the leader of humankind to question if the time has come to pass the torch.
Will Adama entrust the sanctity of the fleet to the next generation… and if so, would they survive the coming massive Cylon attack without his tactical genius?
And finally — the origin of the traitorous Baltar is finally revealed!
What kind of man could betray his own species, and how did the Cylons foster his sinister ambition?
Driven into an uncharted storm zone by the pursuing Cylons, the last survivors of the Twelve Colonies discover a vast, mysterious artifact.
With half of the crew haunted by chilling dreams of lost Earth, Commander Adama and Captain Apollo find themselves at odds over their course of action — a conflict that leads the leader of humankind to question if the time has come to pass the torch.
Will Adama entrust the sanctity of the fleet to the next generation… and if so, would they survive the coming massive Cylon attack without his tactical genius?
And finally — the origin of the traitorous Baltar is finally revealed!
What kind of man could betray his own species, and how did the Cylons foster his sinister ambition?
226 pages, Paperback
First published January 15, 2015
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May 9, 2020
Originally reviewed at Bookwraiths Reviews
Before I review this graphic novel, I have to make a confession - I love Battlestar Galactica. Whether it is the original show from my childhood in the 1970s, the different comic versions (Yes, even the Image ones), the Richard Hatch novels, or the 2004 reboot, I just love them all. Somehow the story of this fleet of survivors outrunning the Cylons and searching for a lost earth has never failed to capture my imagination. So when I picked this comic collection up, I had no doubt that I’d love it. I mean, it is BSG, after all!
In The Adama Gambit, our rag-tag fleet is still running, desperately trying to keep ahead of the relentless machines, when they find themselves in an unexplored and unstable region of space where a mysterious object resides. An artifact that soon begins to give members of the fleet dreams of earth, prompting Commander Adama to halt the fleet until a full examination of the object can determine if it is indeed a beacon or portal of the lost colony.
But things are never easy in BSG. Every decision to stop running increasing the odds that the Cylons will find and destroy the fleet. And soon, Apollo and others begin to question Adama’s refusal to abandon the artifact — an internal dispute that finds the fate of humanity hanging by a thread and Adama himself wondering if it is time for him to allow the next generation to assume command of the fleet.
Pretty standard Battlestar Galactica story I know some of you are thinking to yourself, and I can’t disagree. But what makes this comic collection a worthwhile read is the sections that focus on a single character and their personal issues. We have one comic that shows Athena leading the fleet, proving that she is far more than just a pretty face and a case of nepotism run amok. Another focuses on Adama questioning his worth to humanity going forward. Boxey is highlighted in another, as he tries to live a normal life aboard a battlestar. And finally, there is the Baltar issue, which allows one to see how he could betray humanity to its murderous children. Each of these stories being well worth a read for any BSG fan.
The only thing that I did not completely love in this comic collection was the art. Honestly, it was a bit up and down. Sure, the combat scenes were generally well drawn, full of action, and very detailed, and the closeups of the characters were true to life, but somehow, the panels of people walking, talking, and moving around just seemed stagnant to me. Just my opinion though.
To get to the point, I like Battlestar Galactica: The Adama Gambit. It was about BSG, had some good stories, stayed true to the original BSG characters, and had enough plots and action going on that I never got bored with it. Maybe, it isn't the second coming of Stan Lee or Jack Kirby, but it is better than a lot of the standard superhero fare I’ve tried lately.
I received this book from Dynamite Entertainment via Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. I’d like to thank Dynamite Entertainment for allowing me to receive this review copy and inform everyone that the review you have read is my opinion alone.
Before I review this graphic novel, I have to make a confession - I love Battlestar Galactica. Whether it is the original show from my childhood in the 1970s, the different comic versions (Yes, even the Image ones), the Richard Hatch novels, or the 2004 reboot, I just love them all. Somehow the story of this fleet of survivors outrunning the Cylons and searching for a lost earth has never failed to capture my imagination. So when I picked this comic collection up, I had no doubt that I’d love it. I mean, it is BSG, after all!
In The Adama Gambit, our rag-tag fleet is still running, desperately trying to keep ahead of the relentless machines, when they find themselves in an unexplored and unstable region of space where a mysterious object resides. An artifact that soon begins to give members of the fleet dreams of earth, prompting Commander Adama to halt the fleet until a full examination of the object can determine if it is indeed a beacon or portal of the lost colony.
But things are never easy in BSG. Every decision to stop running increasing the odds that the Cylons will find and destroy the fleet. And soon, Apollo and others begin to question Adama’s refusal to abandon the artifact — an internal dispute that finds the fate of humanity hanging by a thread and Adama himself wondering if it is time for him to allow the next generation to assume command of the fleet.
Pretty standard Battlestar Galactica story I know some of you are thinking to yourself, and I can’t disagree. But what makes this comic collection a worthwhile read is the sections that focus on a single character and their personal issues. We have one comic that shows Athena leading the fleet, proving that she is far more than just a pretty face and a case of nepotism run amok. Another focuses on Adama questioning his worth to humanity going forward. Boxey is highlighted in another, as he tries to live a normal life aboard a battlestar. And finally, there is the Baltar issue, which allows one to see how he could betray humanity to its murderous children. Each of these stories being well worth a read for any BSG fan.
The only thing that I did not completely love in this comic collection was the art. Honestly, it was a bit up and down. Sure, the combat scenes were generally well drawn, full of action, and very detailed, and the closeups of the characters were true to life, but somehow, the panels of people walking, talking, and moving around just seemed stagnant to me. Just my opinion though.
To get to the point, I like Battlestar Galactica: The Adama Gambit. It was about BSG, had some good stories, stayed true to the original BSG characters, and had enough plots and action going on that I never got bored with it. Maybe, it isn't the second coming of Stan Lee or Jack Kirby, but it is better than a lot of the standard superhero fare I’ve tried lately.
I received this book from Dynamite Entertainment via Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. I’d like to thank Dynamite Entertainment for allowing me to receive this review copy and inform everyone that the review you have read is my opinion alone.
September 17, 2017
Battlestar Galactica Volume 2: The Adama Gambit I must admit, that I had the new series in my mind when I saw this graphic book on Netgalley and was a bit disappointed when I saw that it was about the original tv-series. But as I read on I discovered that I actually enjoyed the volume more than I expected that I would do.
I would probably understand and appreciate the volume more if I had more knowledge about the original series, but since I have seen most of the new version (managed to not see the last season somehow) did I understand quite a lot anyway.
Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a free copy for an honest review!
I would probably understand and appreciate the volume more if I had more knowledge about the original series, but since I have seen most of the new version (managed to not see the last season somehow) did I understand quite a lot anyway.
Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a free copy for an honest review!
March 13, 2015
3.5*
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Based on the old series, an electrical storm sees them going off course and encountering some strange goings on, many of the crew are having unsettling dreams of the 13th Colony, more commonly known as earth. They are still being pursued by the Cyclons and Commander Adama begins to doubt his usefulness as a leader when he puts the crew in jeopardy over his obsession with earth. Two other stories centre around the aftermath of the battle with the Cylons and feature young Boxley and the origins of villainous Balter are revealed.
To start off with the bad, the art was all over the place in the first couple of issues. Some of the drawing was terrible, it was as though a pre schooler had drawn the characters features. It was so inconsistent that I nearly put this down and DNF'd, however due to the engaging storyline I kept reading and thankfully the art vastly improved although I've certainly viewed graphic work that I enjoyed more.
The draw card for this was the story itself, the battle with the Cylons was done well, keeping me flicking the pages to see what happened next. I loved the storyline about Commander Adama having a crisis of faith in his abilities, when he finally put himself into action it made it all the better. The story with Boxley was a nice inclusion that dealt with the reality of war and the sacrifices that people make for what it right, I really liked this one, it was kind of touching and added a little more depth to the story.
Apart from the issues with the artwork I did really enjoy this one, much more than I expected to.
Recommended.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Based on the old series, an electrical storm sees them going off course and encountering some strange goings on, many of the crew are having unsettling dreams of the 13th Colony, more commonly known as earth. They are still being pursued by the Cyclons and Commander Adama begins to doubt his usefulness as a leader when he puts the crew in jeopardy over his obsession with earth. Two other stories centre around the aftermath of the battle with the Cylons and feature young Boxley and the origins of villainous Balter are revealed.
To start off with the bad, the art was all over the place in the first couple of issues. Some of the drawing was terrible, it was as though a pre schooler had drawn the characters features. It was so inconsistent that I nearly put this down and DNF'd, however due to the engaging storyline I kept reading and thankfully the art vastly improved although I've certainly viewed graphic work that I enjoyed more.
The draw card for this was the story itself, the battle with the Cylons was done well, keeping me flicking the pages to see what happened next. I loved the storyline about Commander Adama having a crisis of faith in his abilities, when he finally put himself into action it made it all the better. The story with Boxley was a nice inclusion that dealt with the reality of war and the sacrifices that people make for what it right, I really liked this one, it was kind of touching and added a little more depth to the story.
Apart from the issues with the artwork I did really enjoy this one, much more than I expected to.
Recommended.
December 27, 2014
I received this from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Solid three stars. Old school BG, and the artwork looked like it, too. The writing even felt like 70s television. The read was okay, but I'd only recommend this for die-hard fans.
Solid three stars. Old school BG, and the artwork looked like it, too. The writing even felt like 70s television. The read was okay, but I'd only recommend this for die-hard fans.
February 10, 2015
'Battlestar Galactica Volume 2: The Adama Gambit' takes us back to the setting and characters of the 1970s show and I think it does a pretty good job of telling stories from that series.
When the Galactica finds an area of space that looks like a strange storm, they have to decide to head into it or into a direction that may be full of Cylons. They send scouting parties in both directions and it becomes apparent that they'll have to choose. The scouting party that checks out the storm brings back something that soon has people onboard having visions or hallucinations of the fabled lost 13th colony. When Adama is infected, the whole fleet may be in danger.
There is also a backup story dealing with the origin of Baltar.
The story was good and so was the art. I liked the collection of stories that were here and it took me back to watching the show on TV.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors, Dynamite Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
When the Galactica finds an area of space that looks like a strange storm, they have to decide to head into it or into a direction that may be full of Cylons. They send scouting parties in both directions and it becomes apparent that they'll have to choose. The scouting party that checks out the storm brings back something that soon has people onboard having visions or hallucinations of the fabled lost 13th colony. When Adama is infected, the whole fleet may be in danger.
There is also a backup story dealing with the origin of Baltar.
The story was good and so was the art. I liked the collection of stories that were here and it took me back to watching the show on TV.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors, Dynamite Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
August 20, 2019
3.5 Stars
This was another collection of stories from the original BSG universe, which is the one I'm partial too. It's more a series of shorter tales than one longer narrative but it still works. These could easily be episodes in the original series. Art isn't bad either.
Solid read for fans of the original series. Not sure how much appeal it would hold for a casual reader however.
This was another collection of stories from the original BSG universe, which is the one I'm partial too. It's more a series of shorter tales than one longer narrative but it still works. These could easily be episodes in the original series. Art isn't bad either.
Solid read for fans of the original series. Not sure how much appeal it would hold for a casual reader however.
March 8, 2022
Didn’t hold my attention and gave up 50 pages in.
December 23, 2014
This is quite retro and I am not sure when the comics in here were first written. This features the Battlestar Galactica of the original TV series with the male Starbuck and that strange robot dog. The style and graphics are very much of the 70’s, either to align with that original series or perhaps they are re-prints.
Good value at about 220 pages and some linked stories that position the Battlestar in a dangerous position that leaves Adama having a crisis of confidence and considering stepping down as leader of the fleet. Interestingly enough, the strongest and most interesting character in this is his daughter, but overall this has a fun retro feel to it and very much brings back the memories of the original series. Oh, and a nice bit of back-story on the human that turned traitor, Baltar.
Good value at about 220 pages and some linked stories that position the Battlestar in a dangerous position that leaves Adama having a crisis of confidence and considering stepping down as leader of the fleet. Interestingly enough, the strongest and most interesting character in this is his daughter, but overall this has a fun retro feel to it and very much brings back the memories of the original series. Oh, and a nice bit of back-story on the human that turned traitor, Baltar.
January 31, 2015
While you lose some of the usual technical complexity and high-end ideas that Dan Abnett brings to other franchise work, this volume still provides a great look back at the idea of the original TV series. The space ships travelling in search of the mythical Earth are harangued by their enemies, circumstance and more in these different, linked stories. There's a great reluctance from the people involved to finally do what's necessary as regards one of those ships, thus prolonging their own problems, but on the whole the action is sensible, enjoyable, and very clearly presented. With a retro look, and a deft touch to dialogue as opposed to the wordiness it could have presented, this was a light but very enjoyable read.
April 2, 2016
{Note: this is original series, not “reimagining”}
A collection of comic books which were a bit tough to read on the computer screen, but I persevered. The first story was my fave, with Athena in command on the bridge. There’s also a bit on Adama losing his confidence before growing a pair, and an intriguing take on Baltar and how he became such an ass. {Spoiler: it was Daddy’s fault.}
4.5/5
A collection of comic books which were a bit tough to read on the computer screen, but I persevered. The first story was my fave, with Athena in command on the bridge. There’s also a bit on Adama losing his confidence before growing a pair, and an intriguing take on Baltar and how he became such an ass. {Spoiler: it was Daddy’s fault.}
4.5/5
January 5, 2015
The Battlestar Galactica and the rest of the Colonial fleet flee from the Cylons into a stormy sector of space. Unforeseen dangers lurk to ambush the crew, everything from an unknown telepath creating the illusion of Earth, Cylon attacks, and a crisis in command. Overall, an enjoyable renewal to a TV series vision from my past. I enjoyed it.
September 28, 2018
As a veteran of the Battlestar Universe this was a beautiful addition to my collection. I was quickly lost in both the imagery and the story. defiantly a collectable.
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