Tag Archives: Riddick

Life

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Cian Beirdd

I have a miniatures collection.  It consists of Star Wars Force wielders like Sith, Jedi, and the occasional independent.  I also have Marvel and DC comics figures; no minions just the heroes and villains themselves.  I plan to get some … Continue reading →

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Most Interesting Science Fiction Characters 5

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Cian Beirdd

1 Balthazar’s Angel:  Is she in Balthazar’s head?  Is she part of his programming or a symptom of psychological disorder.  Is she real?  Why can’t anyone else see her?  This breathtaking blonde was generous, cruel, absolutely devoted to the one … Continue reading →

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Most Interesting Characters in Science Fiction 3

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Cian Beirdd

13 Jack Harkness:  The immortal Jack, polysexual, fun-loving, lover of the Dr.  Sure he started off as a time agent, but how many times did he save the world?  He ran Torchwood, all the while flirting with any sentient male, … Continue reading →

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Most Interesting Characters in Science Fiction 2

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Cian Beirdd

20 Tyr Anasazi:  Left for dead as a child, this gray character from Andromeda always had two or more plans for every occasion.  What made him so intriguing was that his objectives were always so straightforward and he made no secrets about … Continue reading →

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Most Interesting Characters in Science Fiction 

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Cian Beirdd

Science fiction in the visual media has really come into its own in the last twenty-five years, but it has had a long history of some very interesting characters – many of whom have been wonderfully explored but a few … Continue reading →

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The Role of the Hero in Society; Attributes

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Cian Beirdd

As an historian, I understand that one of the best ways of understanding nearly any aspect of a society is to understand where it comes from.  Take superheroes, for instance.  Throughout the world they all have some basic features. Now … Continue reading →

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The Role of Comics; Mythology’s Integrity

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Cian Beirdd

The other day I had this (otherwise) perfectly sane person ask me why I was so interested in comics.  It wasn’t the first time I’ve been posed the question.  Normally I take on my most pompous posture and say something … Continue reading →

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Where Riddick Went Wrong

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Cian Beirdd

In ‘Pitch Black’ the cinematic world was introduced to an evil character who didn’t lie and didn’t hurt anyone who wasn’t trying to kill him.  He was, however, very adept at killing when it was needed.  He was also a … Continue reading →

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Sci Fi/Fantasy/Comics Pairings I Wouldn’t Want to Miss

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Cian Beirdd

-John Crichton and Cameron Mitchell (oh the jokes just roll off the lips) -Hercules (Lou Ferrigno) meets First Dr. David Hartnell somewhere in New York (super strong vs. cranky old guy with all the knowledge of the universe) -Conan and … Continue reading →

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