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#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 06 - Trial

SERVALAN: I was watching Samor. What Travis said bothered him!
THANIA: You were watching?

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/206/485 B7B1

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television series, showing a scene in a minimalist, futuristic setting with white walls featuring a geometric pattern. The scene depicts two people in a formal conversation across what appears to be a control console or technical device with buttons and a circular display.

On the left is a person with short dark hair wearing a white outfit, shown from behind. On the right stands someone in a fitted black leather-like uniform, positioned in a doorway or alcove with rounded edges, typical of spacecraft interior design in science fiction productions from that era.

The stark color contrast between the white environment and the black uniform creates a dramatic visual tension characteristic of classic sci-fi television production design from the late 1970s/early 1980s."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

Sorry for the delay (again!) but our episode on the Blake's 7 story 'Children of Auron' is out now!

Find it at Libsyn, iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible and elsewhere!

#blakes7

#Blakes7 Series D, Episode 02 - Power

VILA: No. Must be brain warp. Think I'll just go off and die somewhere. [starts to exit]
TARRANT: Vila.
VILA: What?
TARRANT: The door.
VILA: Which door?

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/402/231 B7B1

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this appears to be from a science fiction television series, showing someone in what looks like futuristic costume design typical of late 1970s/early 1980s British sci-fi productions. The person is wearing what appears to be a light-colored outfit with darker trim or detailing, and the lighting and film quality are characteristic of that era's television production values. The setting appears to be an interior space, possibly a spacecraft or futuristic facility, with neutral-toned walls or surfaces visible in the background. The costume design and overall aesthetic are consistent with the space opera genre of that time period."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 04 - Time Squad

AVON: Good. Moving to line up. Right lateral, minimum power.
VILA: Too much. You're overshooting.
AVON: Left lateral. That's enough. Hold.
VILA: Square on.

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/104/166 B7B1

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This scene appears to be set aboard a spacecraft, likely the Liberator, given the futuristic interior with curved walls and control panels visible in the background. The setting has the characteristic sleek, technological aesthetic of the series with muted lighting creating a serious atmosphere.

Two crew members are shown in what appears to be a tense or contemplative moment. One character is wearing the distinctive brown and beige Federation uniform with geometric patterns, while seated at what looks like a control station. The other character is positioned nearby, also in period-appropriate costume consisting of earth-toned clothing.

The scene captures the serious, often morally complex tone that the series was known for, with both characters appearing focused and concerned about their current situation. The spacecraft interior and their positioning suggests this is during a critical moment in their ongoing conflict with the Federation."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 01 - Redemption

JENNA: Look, we've been on the Liberator for a long time. The computers have never turned against us before. Why now?
AVON: That's what I was trying to find out when you sent for me. There's something else I'd like to try. [Burbles and gargles in two tones from Zen]

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/201/265 B7B1

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This is a black and white image from a television production that appears to be from the late 1970s or early 1980s based on the styling. The image shows a person with voluminous, feathered blonde hair styled in a way typical of that era. They're wearing what looks like a patterned blouse or top with a pearl or beaded necklace. The expression appears somewhat serious or concerned, and the lighting creates a dramatic contrast typical of television productions from that period.

The image has the characteristic visual quality of British science fiction television productions from that time, with somewhat stark lighting and a studio-like setting. The monochrome presentation gives it a classic, vintage feel."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 01 - Redemption

AVON: Have you considered amputation?
[Blake and Cally meet in a corridor]
BLAKE: How's Jenna?
CALLY: Just shaken. She'll be back in the teleport as soon as she's recovered.
BLAKE: Good. Help Avon with Zen.

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/201/154 B7B1

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a person in what appears to be a science fiction setting, wearing a distinctive dark leather or vinyl costume with metallic studs or decorative elements. They are seated in what looks like a high-backed chair or control station with light-colored padding visible behind them. The costume has a futuristic, somewhat militaristic style typical of classic science fiction television productions from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The lighting and film quality have that characteristic vintage TV production look. The setting suggests this is from a spacecraft or control room scene, fitting with the aesthetic of British sci-fi television from that era."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

Today's #B7 watchalong is "City at the Edge of the World." I think that show needed a lot more episodes in which Vila was the hero. #blakes7

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 04 - Horizon

BLAKE: Look at me, Jenna. Concentrate. The whole idea is - is to disorientate you.
JENNA: It doesn't seem to help.
BLAKE: When they ask questions, pretend you're dizzy.
JENNA: I AM dizzy.

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/204/273 B7B1

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this appears to be from a science fiction television production, showing a person in what looks like a white or light-colored shirt or jacket against a dark background with green geometric framing elements. The lighting and visual style is characteristic of 1970s or early 1980s British television production. The setting appears to be some kind of interior space, possibly a spacecraft or futuristic facility, with the distinctive green-tinted geometric design elements that were common in sci-fi productions of that era. The image quality and cinematographic style is typical of the period's television production values."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 06 - Trial

THANIA: We reserve our opening declaration, sir.
SAMOR: Very well. Enter prosecution data. [A clerk presses some buttons.]

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/206/53 B7B1

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 05 - The Web

BLAKE: Perhaps.
NOVARA: In that case, we apologize.
BLAKE: You communicated with us through another member of my crew.

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/105/331 B7B1

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this is a scene featuring a man with dark curly hair wearing what appears to be a light-colored, futuristic-style jacket or uniform. The lighting and composition suggest this is from a science fiction television production, likely from the late 1970s or early 1980s based on the visual style and production values. The setting appears to be indoors, possibly on a spacecraft or futuristic facility set. The character appears to be in conversation or delivering dialogue, captured in what looks like a dramatic moment from the series."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

Excuse me, Federation WHAT?

#Blakes7

https://customer-scrk7cl14o51h5z9.cloudflarestream.com/f573a4e3b6b6e8e3ecf276fcdeb6fe50/watch

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 07 - Killer

BLAKE: Kemp, Wardin, Tober, missing in the constellation of 61 Cygnii, seven hundred years ago.
WILER: May I continue?
BELLFRIAR: Sorry.
[Mortuary]

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/207/303 B7B1

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a classic British science fiction television series from the late 1970s/early 1980s. The scene shows two men in what looks like a futuristic or institutional setting. On the left is an older man wearing a white uniform or outfit, possibly representing authority or medical profession, holding what appears to be a document or paper. To his right is a younger man with curly dark hair wearing a dark shirt or jacket, who seems to be looking at the document with concern or interest. The lighting and film quality have the characteristic look of BBC productions from that era. The setting suggests this might be taking place in some kind of administrative or control room of a spacecraft or space station."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 13 - Star One

DURKIM: She can't be, it's unmanned. The systems are automatic.
SERVALAN: A group of scientists and technicians elected to spend the rest of their lives refining, checking and guarding the systems.

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/213/124 B7B1

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this appears to be from a science fiction television series, showing what looks like a dramatic scene between two characters. The image shows a person with very short dark hair wearing what appears to be a white garment and pearl necklace, engaged in conversation with someone whose back is to the camera. The setting appears to be indoors with neutral-colored walls. The lighting and film quality suggest this is from a television production, likely from several decades ago. The scene has a formal, dramatic quality typical of science fiction television of that era."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

#Blakes7 Series D, Episode 11 - Orbit

DAYNA: So how could Egrorian have planted it aboard?
AVON: He must have reprogrammed that automatic landing bay of his.
SOOLIN: And you moved it on your own?
AVON: I couldn't find Vila.
VILA: I'm glad about that.

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/411/496 B7B1

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from a science fiction television series, showing two characters in what looks like a spacecraft or futuristic facility interior. The setting features typical sci-fi production design with metallic walls and technical equipment visible in the background. One character is wearing an elaborate costume with metallic trim and ornate detailing around the collar and belt, while the other is dressed in more utilitarian clothing. The lighting and overall aesthetic are characteristic of British science fiction television from the late 1970s or early 1980s era."

Blakes7Bot, version 3.9.30.

In a special moment for a #Blakes7 fan just realised that I am crossing the Irish Sea in Star One.

For security reasons and to confuse those rebels it has been renamed James Joyce.

This is good, because installing and using #TianoCore #UEFI firmware in place of u-boot seems to be the only way to get the #OpenBSD boot loader to recognize the #RaspberryPi's on-board display and a USB keyboard.

It is otherwise insistent on using the UART, which makes it impossible to press that "any" key to get the boot loader to stop so that one can type the magic incantation to get the kernel proper — in its turn — to use the display and keyboard. It too defaults to using the UART.

This is a Pi 4 in a PiHut "modular" case, still resembling that #Blakes7 prop. It's not designed for DB9 sockets, but it has HDMI and USB holes, plus optional plastic shields for covering them to just let power and Ethernet in when the Pi is in production.

Maintenance with just a keyboard and monitor is the goal. OpenBSD barely cleared this first hurdle of controlling its boot loader.

(It fell at a subsequent hurdle, which is why I'm now trying #NetBSD and #FreeBSD.)

#DASD #PartitionTables

#Blakes7 Series C, Episode 09 - Sarcophagus

ALIEN: [Her robes start blowing as if a breeze had sprung up] I thought you were the clever one. You're a fool, like Tarrant. The pain Tarrant is experiencing ... visualize that pain and much more. [Shot of Cally tossing her head back and forth.] You're as close to death as you have ever been. Think about human death, Avon. Irrevocable.
AVON: I have thought about it. What's keeping you?

https://blake.torpidity.net/m/309/356 B7B1