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@mela@zusammenkunft.net
2025-12-31 06:09:15

»Uh, what kind of genre do you usually read?«
»Oh, I read both kinds. Science Fiction AND Fantasy.«

@tiotasram@kolektiva.social
2025-11-28 23:49:06
Content warning: Discussion of rape in Le Guin's fiction

Just finished "Orsinian Tales" by Ursula K Le Guin. It's... good, but not nearly as anarchist as a lot of her other work. These are short fiction stories weaving mostly through a fictional Eastern European country during the cold war, although some stretch farther back into history.
As typical for Le Guin a bunch of male protagonists, and a few parts that might seem to excuse sexual assault, which I've always found an odd thing in Le Guin's work (the rape in "The Dispossessed" bothered me too; the lack of strong female characters in "A Wizard of Earthsea" also sticks out to me). On the other hand, I've read from an interview that she wrote "Earthsea" absolutely knowing her audience (teenage boys) and intentionally writing something that would sell, which speaks to true mastery of her craft (I think the opening of "The Word for World is Forest" demonstrates what an expert can do wielding an intimate understanding of pulp science fiction tropes with intent, for example).
In any case, she writes sublime similes and sparse characters who nevertheless seem to embody deep wisdom about the human condition. I feel that often enough just a few words or sentences in a story bear forth hefty wisdom while around them Le Guin constructs something like an austere painting in muted tones, full of rich details that one can easily miss.
#AmReading #ReadingNow

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-30 19:47:00

Series A, Episode 02 - Space Fall
LEYLAN: And the prisoners?
DAINER: We've killed six.
LEYLAN: Six?
DAINER: [Glancing at body] Seven. In the course of quelling a riot and protecting the ship, sir.
LEYLAN: Very well. Carry on.
blake.torpidity.net/m/102/373 …

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television production, likely from the 1970s or 1980s based on the visual style and production quality. The scene shows two figures in matching blue uniforms with distinctive red trim, suggesting they're part of the same organization or crew. The setting appears to be inside a spacecraft or futuristic facility, with sleek, minimalist design elements typical of sci-fi productions of that era. The uniforms a…
@_tillwe_@mastodon.social
2025-12-29 12:16:05

Die Jahreszeit der Blogrückblicke, I know, aber: so ein Blog eignet sich ganz prima, um nochmals das Jahr Revue passieren zu lassen. Hier und im Thread. 1/11
blog.till-westermayer.de/2025/

2025 im Blog
Neben den Photos der Woche und meinen fast monatlichen Science-Fiction-Rezensionen dient mein Blog ja auch dazu, festzuhalten, was mir bedenkens-, erinnerungs- oder sonstwie aufhebenswert erscheint. Im Januar hatte ich über meine Erfahrungen mit dem Umstieg auf Linux Mint auf meinem "Zweitrechn

@kexpmusicbot@mastodonapp.uk
2025-12-27 10:41:58

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #MechanicalBreakdown
daddybear:
🎵 Science Fiction (Hot World Summer remix)
#daddybear
daddybear.bandcamp.com/album/s
open.spotify.com/track/5fzhbZZ

@UP8@mastodon.social
2025-10-29 19:01:11

❤️‍🔥 Heat-rechargeable design powers nanoscale molecular machines
#nanotechnology

Heat-rechargeable design powers nanoscale molecular machines
Though it might seem like science fiction, scientists are working to build nanoscale molecular machines that can be designed for myriad applications, such as "smart" medicines and materials. But like all machines, these tiny devices need a source of power, the way electronic appliances use electricity or living cells use ATP (adenosine triphosphate, the universal biological energy source).

@cdarwin@c.im
2025-12-28 20:28:04

A for Andromeda
is a British television science fiction drama serial
written by cosmologist Fred Hoyle,
in conjunction with author and television producer John Elliot.
It concerns a group of scientists who detect a radio signal from another galaxy that contains instructions for the design of an advanced computer.
When the computer is built, it gives the scientists instructions for the creation of a living organism named Andromeda
But one of the scientists…

Bram Moreinis (@bmoreinis@federated.press)
Content warning: Pluribus S1, Greg Bear

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-30 10:30:05

Series D, Episode 01 - Rescue
TARRANT: All right, I'll keep it a secret.
[They resume their descent.]
TARRANT: Look, we must be at least four levels below the landing silo by now.
DAYNA: At least.
blake.torpidity.net/m/401/395 B7B2

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television production, likely from the 1980s based on the visual style and production quality. The scene shows two characters in what appears to be a spacecraft or futuristic facility, with metallic structural elements and technological equipment visible in the background. The lighting creates a dramatic atmosphere typical of sci-fi productions of that era. One character is positioned lower in the frame, w…
@qurlyjoe@mstdn.social
2025-10-29 02:00:18
Content warning: Muddled maunderings of a doddering fool.

#muddledMaunderings caveat emptor.
Details within.

A book is a set of possibilities. I read this in a short story in the November/December 2023 issue of Asimov’s Science Fiction. The story was titled, The Four Last Things, by Cristopher Rowe. I don’t know why, but the phrase has attached itself in my mind. In the story, the phrase is almost a throwaway line, spoken by a character to an AI in answer to the question, what is a book? It’s like watching a meme invading my mind in real time. I can almost feel tendrils of connection spreading into, …
@heiseonline@social.heise.de
2025-11-19 13:17:00

"Vor 10 Jahren noch Science-Fiction": Antimaterieproduktion am CERN beschleunigt
Dauerte die Produktion größerer Mengen von Antiwasserstoff vor Jahren noch wochenlang, reicht inzwischen eine einzige Nacht. Das hilft der Grundlagenforschung.

Teilchenphysik: Produktion von Antimaterie am CERN um das Achtfache beschleunigt
Dauerte die Produktion größerer Mengen von Antiwasserstoff vor Jahren noch wochenlang, reicht inzwischen eine einzige Nacht. Das hilft der Grundlagenforschung.

@gwire@mastodon.social
2025-11-28 13:32:51

Enjoying the footnote speculation that LLMs recognise Neal Stephenson novels based on random paragraphs appended to spam to fool content classifiers.
nealstephenson.substack.com/p/

A Remarkable Assertion from A16Z
A friend made me aware of a reading list from A16Z containg recommendations for books, weighted towards science fiction since that’s mostly what people there read.

@weddingweiser@berlin.social
2025-11-20 06:36:44

Beamen, bitte! – Wenn Wissenschaft auf Science-Fiction trifft weddingweiser.de/beamen-bitte-

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-30 19:30:36

Series C, Episode 13 - Terminal
ZEN: Confirmed.
[Teleport room. All but Avon are present. Avon enters.]
AVON: You can take the watch now, Vila.
VILA: Wonderful. I've been looking forward to that.
TARRANT: Where are we going, Avon?
blake.torpidity.net/m/313/86

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from a science fiction television series, set in what appears to be a spaceship or control room. The setting has distinctive angular walls with reddish-brown paneling and hexagonal design elements typical of 1970s/80s sci-fi productions. In the scene, a person wearing a dark leather outfit stands at what looks like a control console with various technical equipment. The futuristic control panel contains box-like devices with displays…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-30 13:41:30

Series C, Episode 12 - Death-Watch
AVON: We are short of time, Orac.
VILA: I'll say we are. It's not hanging about this time. [Screen display: 2. WAIT blinks out and is replaced by:]
[Computer display: 2. ARBITERS TAKE POSITION AND INDICATE READINESS]
blake.torpidity.net/m/312/544

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7," likely from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The setting is the interior of what looks like a spaceship or futuristic facility, with characteristic sci-fi design elements including angular architecture and metallic surfaces visible in the background. Four actors are seated in a comfortable lounge area with cream-colored furniture arranged around a distinctive glass …
@fanf@mendeddrum.org
2025-11-18 18:42:03

from my link log —
DRAM errors and cosmic rays: space invaders or science fiction?
arxiv.org/abs/2407.16487
saved 2025-11-17 dotat.at/:…

DRAM Errors and Cosmic Rays: Space Invaders or Science Fiction?
It is widely accepted that cosmic rays are a plausible cause of DRAM errors in high-performance computing (HPC) systems, and various studies suggest that they could explain some aspects of the observed DRAM error behavior. However, this phenomenon is insufficiently studied in production environments. We analyze the correlations between cosmic rays and DRAM errors on two HPC clusters: a production supercomputer with server-class DDR3-1600 and a prototype with LPDDR3-1600 and no hardware error co…

@_tillwe_@mastodon.social
2025-11-18 17:57:52

Ziemlich viel Alternativgeschichte in meinem SF-Lesetagebuch der letzten Wochen. Und Silo, Lucifer und Lessons in Magic and Disaster.
blog.till-westermayer.de/2025/

Science Fiction im Oktober und November 2025
Es wird Zeit, etwas zu den in den letzten Wochen konsumierten SF- und Fantasy-Medien zu schreiben, bevor alles zu einem Brei verschwimmt … Nachdem ich mit den ersten Folgen der zweiten Wednesday-Staffel (Netflix) nicht so ganz zufrieden war - und die Dialoge nach wie vor stellenweise arg kunstged

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-29 07:12:09

#Blakes7 Series D, Episode 02 - Power
KATE: Stop it, Pella! [Kate rushes at Pella, who shoots her dead. Pella enters the launch silo and the door closes before the others can rush in. Avon takes the crystal from Kate's neckband.]
[Inside silo. The Scorpio's turntable begins to turn and rise.]

Claude Sonnet 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be a scene from the science fiction series "Blake's 7," showing three characters in distinctive costume design typical of the show's futuristic aesthetic. The scene features three people standing together in what looks like a spacecraft or space station interior with neutral-colored walls. On the left is a person wearing a white and gray outfit with geometric patterns and a metallic collar. In the center is someone with blonde h…
@heiseonline@social.heise.de
2025-11-20 13:11:00

"Kein Reboot": Amazon bestellt neue Stargate-Serie für Prime Video
Stargate gehört zu den bekanntesten Science-Fiction-Marken, lange gab es aber nichts Neues. Nun hat Amazon eine neue Serie für seinen Streamingdienst bestellt.

"Kein Reboot": Amazon bestellt neue Stargate-Serie für Prime Video
Stargate gehört zu den bekanntesten Science-Fiction-Marken, lange gab es aber nichts Neues. Nun hat Amazon eine neue Serie für seinen Streamingdienst bestellt.

@schlauschlau@social.cologne
2025-12-25 09:15:23

😵‍💫🥸 was für ein Film 💀
„Destination Inmer Space“
#schlefaz

A scene from the 1966 science fiction film "Destination Inner Space" displayed on a television screen, showing an alien creature costume with a textured, scale-like surface in shades of blue and purple. The humanoid creature stands in what appears to be an underwater laboratory set with cone-shaped structures visible in the background. The scene is lit with atmospheric purple and blue lighting, creating an eerie underwater ambiance. The television sits on a wooden media console.
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-30 07:14:00

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 11 - Bounty
GAN: Bounty hunters. They're going to sell us to the Federation.
BLAKE: But how did they get on board?
AVON: Gan?
VILA: It wasn't Gan's fault.
GAN: They used me and a voice synthesizer. It was very well planned.

Claude Sonnet 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from the classic British science fiction television series "Blake's 7," showing a group of characters gathered in what looks like the interior of a spacecraft or control room. The scene has the distinctive visual style of late 1970s/early 1980s British television production, with somewhat muted lighting and practical set design. The image captures what seems to be a tense moment or discussion, with several people gathered arou…
@seeingwithsound@mas.to
2025-12-24 15:52:12

(14 years ago, in 2011) Building the bionic eye: an emerging reality and opportunity pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/ "blind individuals will continue to benefit from the use of sensory substitution devices";

Building the Bionic Eye: An Emerging Reality and Opportunity
Once the topic of folklore and science fiction, the notion of restoring vision to the blind is now approaching a tractable reality. Technological advances have inspired numerous multidisciplinary groups worldwide to develop visual neuroprosthetic ...

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-30 19:43:01

Series C, Episode 06 - City at the Edge of the World
AVON: Not unless they can do it in their sleep.
DAYNA: You should have killed them.
AVON: Probably.
CALLY: They could sleep through a war.
blake.torpidity.net/m/306/415 B7B5

Claude Sonnet 4.5 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from what appears to be a science fiction production, likely from the 1980s based on the aesthetic and film quality. The setting features a futuristic interior with industrial-style architecture, including angular metal beams and muted earth-toned wall panels visible in the background. The actress Josette Simon is featured prominently in the frame, wearing a rust-colored or burgundy uniform with metallic shoulder detailing and…
@cdarwin@c.im
2025-12-16 15:25:26

Northwest researchers find 6-million-year-old ice
— the oldest on Earth
opb.org/article/2025/12/16/all

Northwest researchers find 6-million-year-old ice — the oldest on Earth
To find the oldest ice on the planet researchers had to go somewhere that’s been cold for a long time — where the ice builds up in layers instead of melting away.

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-30 10:19:17

Series D, Episode 02 - Power
VILA: Oh yes. I just don't know what it's for.
PELLA: And they didn't teach this in, ah, Academy? [laughs] There's a switch. When the door is closed, every forty-eight hours Dorian must say a code word to reset the timing.
blake.torpidity.net/m/402/150

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Scene Description This image appears to be from a science fiction television production, showing two characters in what looks like a spaceship or futuristic facility corridor. The setting features distinctive metallic ventilation panels and neutral-toned walls typical of 1970s-80s sci-fi aesthetics. On the left stands a character wearing an elegant flowing cream-colored robe or gown with draped fabric and a decorative collar piece. The styling inclu…
@stefan@gardenstate.social
2025-12-07 15:46:06

New Indie Game Announced for 2026 Is Perfect for Fans of Hardcore Science Fiction share.google/2rOZ8cIjRyn3A7m91

New Indie Game Announced for 2026 Is Perfect for Fans of Hardcore Science Fiction
Combat-free sci-fi is coming with Lunar Strike in 2026. Solve puzzles and challenging ethical dilemmas in this narrative-driven space survival title.

@tiotasram@kolektiva.social
2025-10-27 00:02:59

Just finished "Low Orbit" by Kazimir Lee.
It's an excellent graphic novel about a queer Malaysian immigrant kid in small-town Maine, the unexpected friends she makes, and the science fiction author who happens to be her landlord. It reminded me a bit of the also excellent "Navigating With You" because of its interwoven fictional sci-fi novel (with really good writing!). CW as predictable for queer family trauma, although it doesn't get too bad and has a happy ending.
#AmReading #ReadingNow

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-30 10:22:30

Series B, Episode 01 - Redemption
BLAKE: It's all right, Vila. I think we've lost them.
VILA: How'd you know?
BLAKE: We're still here. Cut the auxiliaries. Get back to primary drive. [To Avon] Are you all right?
blake.torpidity.net/m/201/124 B7B2

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from what appears to be a science fiction television production from the late 1970s or early 1980s, based on the visual style and production quality. The setting appears to be the bridge or control room of a spacecraft, with futuristic control panels and a distinctive angular design aesthetic typical of sci-fi productions from that era. Several people are visible in the control room, wearing costume garments that suggest a unified st…
@hex@kolektiva.social
2025-11-16 07:08:26

There's a word at the beginning and end of Dawn of Everything that feels self-referential right now: Kairos.
> We began this book with a quote which refers to the Greek notion of kairos as one of those occasional moments in a society’s history when its frames of reference undergo a shift – a metamorphosis of the fundamental principles and symbols, when the lines between myth and history, science and magic become blurred – and, therefore, real change is possible. Philosophers sometimes like to speak of ‘the Event’ – a political revolution, a scientific discovery, an artistic masterpiece – that is, a breakthrough which reveals aspects of reality that had previously been unimaginable but, once seen, can never be unseen. If so, kairos is the kind of time in which Events are prone to happen.
> Societies around the world appear to be cascading towards such a point. This is particularly true of those which, since the First World War, have been in the habit of calling themselves ‘Western’. On the one hand, fundamental breakthroughs in the physical sciences, or even artistic expression, no longer seem to occur with anything like the regularity people came to expect in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Yet at the same time, our scientific means of understanding the past, not just our species’ past but that of our planet, has been advancing with dizzying speed. Scientists in 2020 are not (as readers of mid-twentieth-century science fiction might have hoped) encountering alien civilizations in distant star systems; but they are encountering radically different forms of society under their own feet, some forgotten and newly rediscovered, others more familiar, but now understood in entirely new ways.
Reading this as I write something very inspired by this work feels especially serendipitous, especially at this time. When they wrote the book, I think that kairos felt more serendipitous itself. But as the frequency of opportunity increases, the veil between realities feels more malleable... that perhaps we can poke a finger through and open a portal to a completely different future than the one we've felt locked into for such a long time.
anarchoccultism.org/building-z

@joe@toot.works
2025-10-20 13:37:11

I saw the photos online of "flaming space debris" on a remote road in Australia. I'm not sure that I would get close enough to take a photograph. I've seen too many science fiction movies that start that way.

@jorgecandeias@mastodon.social
2025-12-21 18:09:13

RE: mastodon.social/@TinJar/115758
As someone who writes primarilly science fiction, I'm quite used to write stuff nobody wants to read, so nothing will change, really.

@tante@tldr.nettime.org
2025-11-15 17:25:25

RE: mastodon.social/@kathrinpassig
Kathrin schreibt die beste Science Fiction.

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-29 10:14:47

Series C, Episode 06 - City at the Edge of the World
KERRIL: Sorry, Vila, it's all my fault.
VILA: No, you were right. Bayban would never have let me out without finishing the job.
KERRIL: How long do you think the air will last?
blake.torpidity.net/m/306/402 B7B2

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This image shows two people in an intimate embrace in what appears to be a futuristic or science fiction setting. The scene has a distinctive 1970s or early 1980s aesthetic, with soft lighting and a technological backdrop featuring geometric patterns. Both individuals are wearing light-colored, flowing garments that complement the sci-fi atmosphere. The woman has blonde feathered hair typical of that era and is wearing earrings, while the man has darker …
@_tillwe_@mastodon.social
2025-10-18 16:19:02

RE: blog.till-westermayer.de/index
Katabasis - eine Empfehlung.

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-31 13:20:02

Series D, Episode 02 - Power
VILA: Eleven minutes!
TARRANT: Yes, but what about the others?
PELLA: There aren't any others. Last week we were five. This morning, three. And now we are two.
VILA: Ten and three-quarter minutes!
TARRANT: Let's go.
blake.torpidity.net/m/402/472

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a person with brown hair wearing a gray and cream-colored vest over a dark turtleneck. They appear to be in a scene from a science fiction television production from the late 1970s or early 1980s, as suggested by the distinctive costume styling and visual quality of the footage. The individual has an expressive facial expression showing concern or mild distress. The background appears minimal and somewhat sterile, consistent with spacecraft o…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-30 13:24:54

Series D, Episode 08 - Games
GERREN: Told you, there was no time. Besides, from what I've heard, she might be more than a match for you.
AVON: Well now. Just who are they sending?
blake.torpidity.net/m/408/87 B7B3

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This image shows a character in what appears to be a futuristic military or space-faring uniform, featuring a high collar with metallic detailing. The costume design reflects the science fiction aesthetic typical of late 1970s British television production. The setting appears to be an interior spaceship or facility environment with blurred background elements. The uniform's sleek, authoritarian styling with its reflective collar elements suggests this…
@fanf@mendeddrum.org
2025-12-01 09:42:01

from my link log —
The disappearance and return to print of John M. Ford.
slate.com/culture/2019/11/john
saved 2019-11-16

The Resurrection of the Greatest Sci-Fi Writer You’ve Never Read
He was beloved by Neil Gaiman and Robert Jordan, and so good that he won a World Fantasy Award for a Christmas card. How did John M. Ford disappear?

@_tillwe_@mastodon.social
2025-10-08 17:22:28

Meine SF- und Fantasy-Lektüre: mit Magiesystemen, Arcane, dem akademischen Höllenritt von Katabasis und einem leider enttäuschenden Solarpunk-Zeitreise-Buch.
blog.till-westermayer.de/index

Science Fiction und Fantasy im September 2025
Im September fand ich weniger Zeit zum Lesen als üblicherweise. Das hat verschiedene Gründe; neben einem Fokus auf Serien - und einem Buch, mit dem ich mich schwer getan habe - habe ich größere Teile meiner Freizeit mit einem Python-Projekt gefüllt. Aber genug der Vorrede: Auf dem Bildschirm gese

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-27 19:29:53

Series D, Episode 04 - Stardrive
DAYNA: Of course we do.
VILA: Old friend.
VILA: Oh, uh, [Atlan grabs the front of his tunic] way back.
DAYNA: We were students of the doctor once.
ATLAN: Studying what?
blake.torpidity.net/m/404/343 B7B5

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "I can see this appears to be from a science fiction production, likely from the 1980s based on the visual style and futuristic costume design. The scene shows two people in conversation - one wearing a distinctive futuristic uniform with geometric patterns in dark and light colors with trim details. The setting appears to be indoors with atmospheric lighting. The production values and aesthetic suggest this is from a British science fiction series from t…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-28 13:23:03

Series B, Episode 12 - The Keeper
ZEN: Main detectors report Federation pursuit ship, bearing one three two, course two seven six, leaving the planet and entering orbit.
AVON: Put it on the main screen.
ZEN: Affirmative. [pursuit ship appears on screen]
blake.torpidity.net/m/212/31

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this appears to be from a science fiction television series, showing the interior of what looks like a spacecraft or control room. The setting features futuristic control panels with various buttons, switches, and displays typical of 1970s-80s sci-fi production design. There are comfortable-looking seats and the overall aesthetic has that distinctive retro-futuristic appearance common to British science fiction shows of that era. The lighting…
@_tillwe_@mastodon.social
2025-10-04 14:00:35

Ich habe mir die verschiedenen Postings und Threads zu Empfehlungen deutschsprachiger progressiver SF und Fantasy mal in meinem Blog gebookmarked - wenn es noch mehr Listen gibt, die ich da erwähnen könnte, nehme ich Ergänzungen gerne auf.
blog.till-westermayer.d…

Kurz: Queere, bunte, progessive Science Fiction
Teile der deutschen SF- und Fantasy-Szene bleiben mir fremd. Das mag auch mit Aktionen einer umtriebigen Autor*innen etc. - na gut, es sind vor allem Männer - zu tun haben, die sich bemüssigt fühlen, ein "Wuppertaler Manifest" aufzusetzen um die "Unterwanderung" der deutschsprachigen Science Fiction

@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-29 19:12:27

Series A, Episode 08 - Duel
MUTOID: Time Distort Six.
TRAVIS: Minimum scan, their sensors mustn't register the beam.
MUTOID: Scan complete, identification confirmed.
blake.torpidity.net/m/108/12 B7B5

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a character from a science fiction television series wearing a distinctive black leather uniform with a silver badge or emblem on the front. The character has a notable eye patch or covering over one eye, which is a defining feature of their appearance. This appears to be from a scene set on a spaceship or futuristic facility, as indicated by the sterile, technological-looking background. The costume design is characteristic of dystopian sci-…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-29 19:27:49

Series B, Episode 13 - Star One
JENNA: Your carrier beam is the fastest way to contact Servalan.
ORAC: That is not the purpose for which it was developed.
blake.torpidity.net/m/213/443 B7B5

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from the classic science fiction television series "Blake's 7," showing a futuristic spacecraft interior setting. The scene features a woman in the foreground wearing a distinctive maroon and white outfit with a collar detail, holding what appears to be a document or tablet. She has blonde, voluminous 1970s-style hair and is positioned at what looks like a control station or desk. Behind her, the set displays the characteristic…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-28 13:21:59

Series A, Episode 11 - Bounty
JENNA: It could be an injured pilot.
AVON: It could be a trap.
GAN: It's not a very good one, then. We're suspicious of it already.
AVON: The test is not whether you are suspicious but whether you are caught.
blake.torpidity.net/m/111/65

Claude Sonnet 4.5 describes the image as: "This image captures a scene from the classic British science fiction television series "Blake's 7," which aired from 1978 to 1981. The setting appears to be aboard the Liberator spacecraft, characterized by its distinctive angular, modernist interior design with clean lines and geometric shapes visible in the background. Sally Knyvette portrays Jenna Stannis, a smuggler and pilot who becomes part of the rebel crew. She wears a black outfit adorned wit…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-28 19:26:52

Series A, Episode 02 - Space Fall
VILA: Nervous? I'm not nervous. Just... poised for action, that's all.
AVON: You've got an army of five, Blake. Five and HIM! Do you still think you can take over the ship?
BLAKE: If you do your bit.
blake.torpidity.net/m/102/229<…

Claude Sonnet 4.5 describes the image as: "This image shows a profile shot of a male actor in what appears to be a scene from a 1970s or early 1980s television production. The actor is wearing a utilitarian, earth-toned costume consisting of a rust or taupe-colored jacket with a collar, suggesting a science fiction or military setting. The lighting and video quality are characteristic of television productions from that era. The actor has dark hair styled in a period-appropriate cut and is gaz…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-29 10:19:28

Series B, Episode 05 - Pressure Point
SERVALAN: [Turns on viewscreen] Travis?
TRAVIS: [From viewscreen] Yes, Supreme Commander?
blake.torpidity.net/m/205/474 B7B2

Claude Sonnet 3.7 describes the image as: "This image shows a person wearing an elegant white outfit with a distinctive high collar adorned with silver embellishment. They're also wearing a matching white wide-brimmed hat. The costume has a sophisticated, futuristic quality to it, suggesting this might be from a science fiction or fantasy production. The setting appears to be indoors with a soft, muted background. The costume design is quite striking, with clean lines and the dramatic contrast…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-29 13:07:14

Series A, Episode 12 - Deliverance
ENSOR: I'm on three-quarter boost as it is. She's not responding! I'm going to maximum. It's all right. It's all right. She's slowing. Compensators beginning to hold. [Ship starts to steady.] Come on, come on, that's my beauty. That's...come on. Pull us back, pull us back. All right, she's coming back. We're all right.
MARYATT: Don't do that too often, will you? I'm a very nervous passenger.

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see two men in what appears to be the interior of a spacecraft or control room setting. They're positioned near what looks like control panels or technical equipment, with some kind of display screen visible showing a green geometric shape. The lighting is dramatic and moody, typical of science fiction television production from this era. The men are wearing what appears to be futuristic or military-style clothing. The setting suggests they're li…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-28 16:25:53

Series C, Episode 07 - Children of Auron
SERVALAN: Manual only, I'm afraid.
PILOT FOUR-ZERO: I'll manage.
DERAL: With reduced power?
PILOT FOUR-ZERO: Auron isn't so far off. Can you supply me with the course coordinates.?
blake.torpidity.net/m/307/48 B7B4…

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television series from the late 1970s or early 1980s based on the visual style and production quality. The photo shows a person with a distinctive short dark haircut, wearing dramatic makeup including defined eyes and red lipstick. They're wearing what appears to be a black outfit with a decorative choker or collar that has metallic elements. The setting seems to be a darkened interior set, possibly aboard a…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-28 10:20:43

Series A, Episode 05 - The Web
BLAKE: Blake.
[Flight deck of the Liberator.]
CALLY: Cally.
BLAKE: [V.O.] Tell Avon I need two fully charged flutonic power cells.
CALLY: I will tell him.
[In the laboratory complex.]
blake.torpidity.net/m/105/365 B7B2

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television series from the late 1970s or early 1980s, based on the production style and set design. The scene shows a person with curly hair wearing a dark outfit with what looks like some kind of decorative or functional arm detail. They appear to be in a futuristic spacecraft or space station interior with distinctive angular design elements. In the foreground, there are what look like control panels or equi…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-28 19:28:12

Series A, Episode 13 - Orac
BLAKE: All right, put us down.
[Scene: The planet's surface. Blake and Cally land near the obelisk.]
BLAKE: Some sort of obelisk, I suppose.
CALLY: Well, what should we do now?
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Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image appears to be from a classic science fiction television series from the late 1970s/early 1980s era, showing a person with curly dark hair wearing what looks like a light-colored vest or jacket over a darker garment. The background is dark, suggesting a spacecraft or futuristic setting typical of space-based sci-fi productions from that time period. The styling, costume design, and filming quality are characteristic of British television productions…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-27 10:22:19

Series D, Episode 02 - Power
VILA: Well, there's always rodents of one sort or another.
TARRANT: I'm a growing lad, Vila. Rats are not the answer to my diet-
DAYNA: [Makes a gesture to cut them off] Yes, but Orac, can you get a fix on him?
blake.torpidity.net/m/402/27<…

Claude Sonnet 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7." It depicts three crew members in a futuristic corridor setting aboard their spacecraft. They are wearing distinctive costume designs typical of the show's aesthetic, with structured uniforms featuring color blocking and geometric patterns in grays, whites, and accent colors. In the foreground, a crew member is holding what appears to be a transparent container or d…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-27 16:27:16

Series A, Episode 10 - Breakdown
AVON: You CANNOT reject a direct command.
BLAKE: Justify that rejection, please.
ZEN: Your command reduces to an order to self-destruct. This runs counter to Prime Directive.
blake.torpidity.net/m/110/146 B7B4

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7" (1978-1981). The setting appears to be the flight deck or control room of the spaceship Liberator, featuring the show's distinctive futuristic set design with angular panels and control stations. The characters are positioned at various stations around the bridge, wearing the series' characteristic costumes - a mix of practical space-faring gear and more elaborate out…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-27 13:24:40

Series B, Episode 09 - Countdown
PROVINE: No! Now, then, Tronos, you know what to do.
TRONOS: I give you four minutes to reach the launch area, then I activate. I then follow without delay.
blake.torpidity.net/m/209/22 B7B3

Claude Sonnet 4.5 describes the image as: "This image shows two actors in dark, military-style uniforms engaged in what appears to be an intense conversation. The setting has a futuristic, sterile appearance with grey walls and minimal decoration in the background, suggesting a science fiction production environment, likely a spaceship or advanced facility. The person on the left wears a black uniform and looks toward their companion with concern or attention. The person on the right, dressed …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-28 07:20:20

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 05 - The Web
BLAKE: Yes. Vila is the course set?
VILA: Uh, on the panel now.
BLAKE: Lock onto it Jenna.
JENNA: She's responding very slowly. Coming round. That's it. Locked onto course.

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a television production, likely from the 1970s or early 1980s based on the video quality and aesthetic. The scene shows a person with distinctive curly hair wearing what appears to be dark clothing with metallic or reflective elements, possibly part of a futuristic costume. The lighting and composition suggest this is from a science fiction television series, with dramatic shadowing and a somewhat theatrical presentation typ…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-27 22:13:59

Series B, Episode 10 - Voice from the Past
BLAKE: Guilty.
ORAC: No. Conditioned under hypnosis.
BLAKE: No. No.
ORAC: Yes, Blake. Standard hypnotic procedure, audio pulse signals with visual support...
BLAKE: False.
blake.torpidity.net/m/210/139 B7B6

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a scene from a science fiction television production, appearing to be from the late 1970s or early 1980s based on the visual quality and style. In the frame, a person with dark curly hair is lying back with their eyes closed, appearing to be undergoing some kind of medical procedure or interrogation. There are thin red wires or electrodes attached to their face, suggesting some form of monitoring or mental probing device. They're wearing what …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-27 13:06:42

A10 - Breakdown
AVON: It's a space laboratory. A permanent research facility financed by a consortium of neutral planets. Two specialist fields: weaponry and space medicine. An interesting combination, don't you think?
JENNA: How do you know all this?
blake.torpidity.net/m/110/113

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This is a black and white image from a classic science fiction television series from the late 1970s/early 1980s. The image shows a person with short dark hair wearing what appears to be a distinctive costume with striped elements and a high collar, typical of the show's futuristic styling. The person has a slight smile and appears to be in what would be a spacecraft or base set from the series. The production values reflect the era of television in which i…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-23 06:18:31

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 09 - Countdown
BLAKE: What's the countdown?
CAUDER: Fifty-three.
BLAKE: [Into bracelet] Liberator, this is Blake. Do you read me?
JENNA: [V.O., over bracelet] We hear you.
BLAKE: Any news from Avon?

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television series from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The scene shows four people gathered around what looks like a clear control panel or device with colored buttons and components. They're in what appears to be a spacecraft or futuristic setting, indicated by the technical equipment and the overhead lighting fixtures. The individuals are dressed in typical science fiction attire of that era - practical jumpsu…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-27 13:28:18

Series D, Episode 03 - Traitor
AVON: They must have picked up Dayna and Tarrant and realized we are up here somewhere. Slave, set the ship on an evasion pattern, maximum speed.
VILA: That's the first sensible ... [beep]
blake.torpidity.net/m/403/422 B7B3

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Image Description This image shows a man in character wearing a distinctive black outfit adorned with metallic studs and decorative elements. The styling, including the shoulder armor and embellished costume, suggests a science fiction production from the 1970s or 1980s. The character has dark hair styled in a period-appropriate fashion and displays an intense, serious expression. The background features neutral gray tones with horizontal lines, con…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-27 07:01:29

#Blakes7 Series C, Episode 03 - Volcano
CALLY: Avon, repeat that. Message indistinct. Repeat that.
VILA: Communications blind spot. Or maybe he landed in the volcano.
CALLY: No, I think he's all right.
blake.to…

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this is a black and white image showing someone at what appears to be a control console or technical workstation. The person is leaning over the console, which has various buttons, switches, and control panels typical of science fiction television production design from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The setting appears to be some kind of spacecraft or high-tech facility interior, with geometric wall panels visible in the background. The ligh…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-26 16:12:51

Series D, Episode 03 - Traitor
DAYNA: I didn't know Helots were originally from Earth.
VILA: Everyone came from Earth originally. That's a well-known fact.
SOOLIN: It's a well-known opinion, actually.
TARRANT: Most well known facts are.
blake.torpidity.net/m/403/96

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7." The setting shows a futuristic spacecraft interior with metallic, ribbed walls and angular architecture typical of the show's distinctive production design. Several crew members are positioned around what appears to be the ship's command center or medical bay area. The scene has the characteristic low-budget but imaginative aesthetic that "Blake's 7" was known for,…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-25 07:06:39

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 06 - Seek-Locate-Destroy
AVON: Space Commander Travis.
BLAKE: Travis!
JENNA: Do you know him?
BLAKE: I thought he was dead. I was sure I'd killed him.
blake.torpidity.net/m/106/…

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Image Description This scene appears to be from a science fiction television production, likely from the 1970s based on the visual style and set design. The image shows four people in what appears to be a spacecraft interior, characterized by the futuristic but modest production design typical of that era. The setting features sleek, minimalist backgrounds with geometric patterns and metallic tones. The actors are wearing stylized costumes consisten…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-21 22:18:56

Series D, Episode 10 - Gold
TARRANT: I've never seen currency of that size.
DAYNA: Neither have I.
VILA: I just can't believe my eyes.
SOOLIN: Avon, why didn't you tell us that you knew who it was who was setting us up?
blake.torpidity.net/m/410/416 B7B6…

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Scene from a Science Fiction Television Production This image appears to be from a 1970s or 1980s science fiction television series, set in what looks like a spaceship's command or control center. The metallic walls, control panels with vertical striping, and technical equipment visible in the background establish a futuristic aesthetic typical of the era. The scene shows three main figures in the foreground engaged with what appears to be technical…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-26 19:15:11

Series C, Episode 11 - Moloch
TARRANT: [O.O.V.] Get it! [Before anyone can do so, an energy blast flares up around the bracelet.]
VILA: Who did that?
DORAN: [Staring at the bracelet] Um....
blake.torpidity.net/m/311/542 B7B5

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Scene from Blake's 7 This image captures a moment from the science fiction television series "Blake's 7," set in a spaceship interior with distinctive red-toned walls and futuristic design elements. The scene shows several crew members gathered in what appears to be a command or control area, with a console visible in the foreground. The actors are dressed in the show's characteristic costume design, featuring form-fitting synthetic materials and me…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-26 10:07:45

Series C, Episode 13 - Terminal
ZEN: Emergence from matter belt in thirty-nine point zero one seconds.
TARRANT: Any damage yet?
ZEN: Hull sensors appear temporarily impaired. All other systems continue on full function.
blake.torpidity.net/m/313/139 B7B2

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Scene Description This image captures a scene from what appears to be a science fiction television production, set in a futuristic spacecraft interior. The setting features distinctive angular architectural elements with metallic striping on the walls, creating a sleek, modernist aesthetic typical of 1980s sci-fi design. The character on the left wears an elaborate burgundy uniform with a distinctive studded shoulder cape, suggesting a high-ranking …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-21 10:09:11

Series B, Episode 10 - Voice from the Past
AVON: Could it have been perfected by now?
CALLY: Possibly. At least for the transmission of a basic signal.
JENNA: Like an oscillating pulse tone.
blake.torpidity.net/m/210/245 B7B2

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Image Description This is a portrait photograph of an actor in what appears to be a science fiction production setting. The image shows a man with distinctive dark hair styled with bangs, wearing a gray and dark colored jacket or tunic typical of 1970s-80s television costume design. The lighting and composition suggest this is a promotional or production still from a science fiction television series. The background is minimal and neutral, with gray…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-26 13:10:24

Series B, Episode 10 - Voice from the Past
VOICE: [V.O.] Supreme Commander?
SERVALAN: Yes?
VOICE: [V.O.] Governor Le Grand of Outer Gaul for you.
SERVALAN: Le Grand. Well, well, well. [Le Grand appears on the communicator screen]
SERVALAN: Governor.
blake.torpidity.net/m/210/379

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "I can see someone in what appears to be a futuristic white costume with distinctive circular elements or badges on the chest. The person has very short, dark hair in a distinctive pixie cut style and is wearing small earrings. The setting appears to be from a science fiction production, with white, curved architectural elements visible in the background that give it a sleek, futuristic appearance. The costume design and overall aesthetic suggests this is…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-26 10:07:29

Series C, Episode 12 - Death-Watch
DAYNA: Do you know your most attractive quality, Vila?
VILA: [Eagerly] No. What?
DAYNA: Your subtlety. [His face falls.]
[Max's room. He and Tarrant have been watching the same display.]
blake.torpidity.net/m/312/376 B7B2

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this is an image of a woman with short dark hair wearing small hoop earrings and what appears to be a green or teal colored garment. She has her hand positioned near her chin in a thoughtful pose and is smiling at the camera. The background appears to show some kind of metallic or technological setting with horizontal striped elements, which would be consistent with a science fiction television production. The lighting and image quality sugge…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-20 12:19:38

Series B, Episode 04 - Horizon
BLAKE: In a Federation prison colony too?
RO: No. In an accident.
BLAKE: Paura told me that your father would never have made his people slaves as you have done.
blake.torpidity.net/m/204/339 B7B3

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a scene from a science fiction television series with a dark, moody atmosphere. Two people appear in what seems to be a futuristic setting. One person wearing a burgundy uniform is attending to another who has curly hair and appears to be lying down or injured. The standing figure is offering something to the person who is reclining. The scene has dramatic lighting with dark shadows, typical of classic science fiction television production fr…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-25 21:20:43

Series D, Episode 11 - Orbit
SERVALAN: I hope so, Egrorian. I've waited a long time for this.
EGRORIAN: His death is a mathematical certainty. The product of a simple equation.
blake.torpidity.net/m/411/202 B7B6

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television series, showing a scene set in a futuristic, sterile-looking interior space with white walls and minimalist design elements. The scene features two individuals in conversation. On the left is a person with very short dark hair wearing an elegant black one-shoulder dress and statement jewelry with a distinctive necklace. On the right is an older individual in a light gray or beige coat or lab coat. …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-25 15:15:49

Series B, Episode 02 - Shadow
JENNA: Destroy rather than dump, surely.
BEK: I'll do it. [Rises]
AVON: It isn't necessary.
BLAKE: Will it work?
blake.torpidity.net/m/202/618 B7B4

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television series, showing a scene set in what looks like a futuristic spacecraft interior. The setting features hexagonal wall panels and technical equipment in the background, creating a distinctive retro sci-fi aesthetic typical of productions from the late 1970s or early 1980s. Two people are shown in conversation - one seated on the left wearing a white outfit with blonde hair, and another standing on the …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-25 16:17:26

Series D, Episode 12 - Warlord
TARRANT: Extent of damage, Orac? [pause, no response] Orac?
[Crew room. Tarrant enters and looks at Orac beneath the beam.]
[Shot of Zukan's ship in space, approaching another space ship.]
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Claude Sonnet 4.5 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television production, showing a scene set in what looks like a spacecraft or futuristic facility interior. The setting features technical panels and equipment typical of sci-fi set design from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The scene depicts four individuals in costume around what appears to be a control station or work area. The costumes are characteristic of space opera productions of that era, featur…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-24 16:19:16

Series A, Episode 04 - Time Squad
JENNA: All right. [walks toward the passage off Liberator flight deck, then stops]
BLAKE: Problem?
JENNA: Putting out a false distress signal. It's a trick used by space pirates.
blake.torpidity.net/m/104/60 B7B4

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7" from the late 1970s. The image shows two characters in what looks like the interior of a spacecraft, with futuristic white and dark-colored set design typical of the show's aesthetic. One character is wearing earth-toned clothing and has curly dark hair, while the other character has blonde curly hair and is wearing a distinctive outfit with purple and light-colored elem…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-25 09:10:59

Series C, Episode 03 - Volcano
ZEN: That information is not available.
VILA: Very helpful.
CALLY: Avon, those Federation assessment teams were always followed up by invasion and colonization.
AVON: Usually.
blake.torpidity.net/m/303/60 B7B2

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from a science fiction television series, showing three characters in what looks like a spaceship interior or futuristic setting. The scene has the distinctive visual style of late 1970s/early 1980s British sci-fi television, with metallic set pieces and atmospheric lighting in the background. The three individuals are dressed in period-appropriate futuristic costumes - one in a light-colored tunic-style garment, another in …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-24 07:11:59

#Blakes7 Series D, Episode 05 - Animals
AVON: Right. How's our armament situation?
SOOLIN: Good as it'll ever be. We couldn't hold off a Federation patrol with it, but we knew that already.
blake.torpidity.ne…

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from the classic British science fiction series "Blake's 7." The scene takes place in what looks like a spacecraft or space station interior with metallic walls and industrial styling typical of the show's production design. Three people are gathered around what appears to be a control console or workstation. On the right, a person wearing a distinctive black outfit with decorative elements stands at the console, appearing to operate…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-24 19:21:32

Series B, Episode 05 - Pressure Point
SERVALAN: I have waited for eighteen days.
TRAVIS: It won't be much longer now. It's started, I can feel it-
SERVALAN: Oh, Travis!
TRAVIS: -I know Blake is coming here.
SERVALAN: And them? [Indicates the monitor]
blake.torpidity.net/m/205/10

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from what appears to be a science fiction television production, likely from the British series "Blake's 7." The actor Jacqueline Pearce is dressed in an elaborate white costume featuring a distinctive wide-brimmed white hat and a high, sculptural collar embellished with what appears to be silver beading or sequins. The costume has a regal, futuristic quality that suggests a character of authority or high status. The setting appears …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-25 13:14:56

Series A, Episode 08 - Duel
BLAKE: Yes.
AVON: Then I agree. [Lets go of Blake]
JENNA: Deactivating.
BLAKE: Vila, Gan, Jenna: we're going for a ram, take out the command ship.
GAN: A ram?!?
BLAKE: I don't see that there's any other hope for us.
blake.torpidity.net/m/108/173

Claude Sonnet 4.5 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from the classic British science fiction television series "Blake's 7," which aired from 1978 to 1981. The scene shows two characters in what appears to be a tense confrontation or intense conversation. They are positioned face-to-face in close proximity, suggesting a dramatic moment in the narrative. The setting appears to be aboard a spacecraft or futuristic facility, with other figures visible in the soft-focused background…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-24 13:16:48

Series C, Episode 13 - Terminal
ZEN: The information you require has been stored via a coded route, and retrieval is not possible without the correct security command sequence.
CALLY: And that sequence is known only to Avon, I imagine.
ZEN: Confirmed.
blake.torpidity.net/m/313/100

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "# Blake's 7 - Observation Dome Scene This image depicts a scene from the science fiction series Blake's 7, showing four characters standing in what appears to be a spacecraft's observation dome or bridge area. The setting features futuristic architecture with metallic walls and a large viewing screen displaying what looks like a planetary body or celestial object. The characters are dressed in the distinctive costume design of the 1970s-80s sci-fi series, w…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-25 06:08:12

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 09 - Project Avalon
SERVALAN: [To Travis] Project Avalon has failed totally. There will be a full inquiry. Until that time you are relieved of your command.
TRAVIS: [To himself] If it takes all my life, I will destroy you, Blake. I will destroy you. I will destroy you.

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a person with very short dark hair wearing a white robe or garment with a wide neckline. They have a focused expression and appear to be speaking or reacting to something. The background is blurry but suggests an indoor setting with some structural elements visible. This appears to be from a science fiction production, with the minimalist costume and setting typical of the genre from that era. The stark white costume against the industrial-lo…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-18 06:14:14

#Blakes7 D07 - Assassin
BENOS: Look, when I say I win, I win. Right? [Knocks him down and kicks him - cut back to Avon and Vila]
VILA: Friendly looking lot aren't they? Are you sure you can manage them on your own? [Avon hands his gun to Vila]

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this appears to be from a science fiction television production, showing what looks like a dramatic confrontation scene between two characters in ornate, futuristic costumes with metallic studs and decorative elements. The setting appears to be against a rough stone or cave-like background. The scene has the distinctive visual style of British science fiction television from the late 1970s or early 1980s, with elaborate costume design typical…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-23 10:44:02

Series C, Episode 05 - The Harvest of Kairos
AVON: Cally. [Grasps her by the arms]
TARRANT: [Enters] Is this the time or the place? That thing has warped your reason, Avon. It's even warped your notorious instinct for looking after number one. We are in danger, can't you understand that?
blake.torpidity.net/m/3…

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from a science fiction television production, likely from the late 1970s or early 1980s based on the visual style and set design. The setting features a futuristic interior with distinctive green lighting and sleek, modernist architecture typical of sci-fi productions of that era. Three actors are positioned in what appears to be a tense dramatic moment. The scene takes place on a multi-level set with steps and geometric des…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-24 19:24:37

Series B, Episode 04 - Horizon
AVON: The magnetic barrier must have triggered automatically. The freighter was impervious to it, therefore its fuselage must've been demagnetized. Ours hasn't. If it hadn't been for the force wall, we would be a cloud of agitated atoms.
VILA: I wish I was a cloud of agitated atoms!

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7," which aired from 1978-1981. The image shows what looks like a medical or care scene taking place aboard the spaceship Liberator. The setting features the show's characteristic futuristic interior design with curved walls and distinctive lighting. The scene appears to be taking place in one of the ship's medical or living areas, with the crew gathered around someone…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-24 06:13:08

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 03 - Weapon
VILA: I think my brain must be furring up.
GAN: IMIPAK might be something they can use against us, Vila.
VILA: Only if it can run faster than we can.
BLAKE: Jenna, set a course for that planet.

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see this appears to be from a science fiction television production, showing someone in period-style costume consisting of a white shirt with a dark vest or jerkin that has decorative trim or braiding. The costume design suggests this might be from a futuristic or alternate historical setting. The person is wearing what appears to be some kind of headband or small hat. The background shows what looks like a set with columns and warm lighting typi…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-23 10:22:24

Series C, Episode 05 - The Harvest of Kairos
AVON: Would you reproach me for that?
ZEN: Please state the condition.
blake.torpidity.net/m/305/422 B7B2

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from the classic British science fiction television series "Blake's 7." The scene shows two performers in costume on what looks like a futuristic set with textured walls typical of the show's aesthetic. On the left is a person wearing a beige/brown outfit with ribbed details and suspenders, with short dark hair. On the right is a person in an elegant white one-shoulder dress with a distinctive silver collar or necklace and very short…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-23 11:05:49

Series A, Episode 03 - Cygnus Alpha
AVON: And on living matter it never worked. Put a living creature into one end, take a dead creature out of the other, or nothing at all.
JENNA: So you think that is what all this is for? Matter transmission?
blake.torpidity.net/m/103/142 B7B…

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from what appears to be a British science fiction television production, likely from the late 1970s or early 1980s based on the visual quality and aesthetic. The setting features a stark, industrial backdrop with horizontal metal or plastic paneling creating a futuristic corridor or spaceship interior. Paul Darrow appears in character wearing a distinctive grey-black tunic with a high collar characteristic of utilitarian sci-f…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-24 16:22:06

Series A, Episode 06 - Seek-Locate-Destroy
AVON: As soon as I get this linked into our communications set-up, we should be able to read every message that the Federation puts out.
JENNA: Any sign of the interceptors?
blake.torpidity.net/m/106/131 B7B4

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Scene from Blake's 7 This image captures a tense moment from the science fiction series *Blake's 7*, showing four cast members in what appears to be an interior spacecraft or space station setting. The scene takes place in a utilitarian corridor or control room, identifiable by the metallic walls and industrial design typical of the show's aesthetic. The four actors are engaged in what seems to be a dramatic confrontation or discussion. One cast mem…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-22 19:13:28

Series D, Episode 05 - Animals
JUSTIN: They'll come in when they're hungry enough. All except Og.
DAYNA: Why won't he?
blake.torpidity.net/m/405/229 B7B5

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from a science fiction television production, likely from the 1980s based on the aesthetic and production values. The setting is a futuristic medical facility or laboratory, characterized by clean white surfaces, advanced-looking equipment, and sterile lighting typical of sci-fi productions from that era. The scene shows two characters in what appears to be a medical or scientific consultation. One character is seated, weari…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-23 16:27:56

Series B, Episode 10 - Voice from the Past
AVON: Don't overreact. Remember, this is for your beloved leader.
JENNA: Well, I hope Blake appreciates this.
BLAKE: Renounce. Renounce.
ORAC: Renounce what? Tell us what.
BLAKE: Freedom. Freedom Party.
blake.torpidity.net/m/210/127

Claude Haiku 4.5 describes the image as: "# Image Description This image shows a woman in what appears to be a scene from a science fiction television production, likely from the 1970s based on the visual style and color grading. She is wearing a burgundy or maroon-colored outfit and has styled blonde hair typical of that era. Her expression conveys distress or concern, with her hand raised to her face in a gesture suggesting worry or emotional turmoil. The setting appears to be an interior s…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-22 10:05:48

Series B, Episode 01 - Redemption
AVON: [Coming up behind him] Why Earth Sector?
BLAKE: Would you rather stay here?
AVON: You make them sound like the only alternatives.
blake.torpidity.net/m/201/559 B7B2

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "# Scene Description This image captures an intense face-to-face confrontation between two men against a stark white background. The scene appears to be from a science fiction production, suggested by the distinctive costume elements visible—particularly the studded black leather jacket worn by the man on the right, which has a distinctly futuristic aesthetic. The man on the left has curly, dark hair and wears what appears to be a brown or tan-colored garmen…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-15 06:13:52

#Blakes7 Series C, Episode 09 - Sarcophagus
TARRANT: I'm sure you wouldn't. [Draws his gun and exits. Avon smiles.]
[Corridors. As Tarrant runs toward the flight deck he is intercut with visions of the conjured figure in scarlet doing the same things.]

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "I can see a figure in what appears to be a futuristic or science fiction setting, wearing distinctive costume elements including red and tan/brown colored clothing with a cape-like garment. The character appears to be on what looks like a spaceship or futuristic interior set, with curved walls and technological elements visible in the background. The lighting creates a dramatic atmosphere typical of science fiction television productions from this era.…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-23 19:30:15

Series C, Episode 04 - Dawn of the Gods
VILA: Why don't we switch him off and put ourselves out of our misery.
AVON: I would advise against it. Orac may be gathering information that could prove useful to us.
VILA: Useful! He's got us into this mess.
blake.torpidity.net/m/304/89

Claude Sonnet 3.7 describes the image as: "The image shows a person with short brown hair and sideburns in what appears to be a scene from a television production. They're wearing a light tan or gold-colored uniform with black striping at the collar. The background has warm tones and appears to be a set, likely from a science fiction program given the styling of the costume. The image has a vintage quality to it, suggesting it's from a television production from the 1970s or early 1980s. The l…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-22 15:10:58

Series D, Episode 05 - Animals
VILA: Are we expecting trouble on this trip?
AVON: A federation patrol attacked Scorpio at Bucol Two. They might wonder what it was doing there in the first place. I would in their position.
blake.torpidity.net/m/405/287 B7B4

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a science fiction television series from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The scene shows two people in what looks like a futuristic setting with white walls or panels in the background. In the foreground is a clear box or container that appears to contain some kind of mechanism or small object. The person standing is wearing a distinctive black costume with metallic shoulder pieces and embellishments - typical of the costume desi…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-22 19:34:42

Series C, Episode 01 - Aftermath
AVON: Are you all right?
DAYNA: Yes.
AVON: When we first met, you said there was no pleasure without danger. Do you still feel that way?
DAYNA: I think I can do without excitement for a little while.
blake.torpidity.net/m/301/520 B7B…

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a British science fiction television production, likely from the 1970s or 1980s based on the visual style and costume design. The scene shows two characters in what appears to be a futuristic or space-based setting. One character is wearing a distinctive metallic or silver-colored outfit with a high collar and geometric design elements typical of sci-fi costume design from that era. The other character is wearing what appear…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-22 18:13:16

Series B, Episode 08 - Hostage
JENNA: What?
CALLY: I don't believe it.
MOLOK: Show me the ship; I must learn about it.
CALLY: You're a crimo, aren't you?
blake.torpidity.net/m/208/582 B7B5

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "The image appears to be from a vintage science fiction television series, captured in a distinctly retro production style typical of British sci-fi from the late 1970s or early 1980s. Two individuals are shown in what looks like a futuristic spaceship or base interior, characterized by hexagonal wall panels and minimalist design elements. The person on the left wears a simple beige outfit, while the one on the right is dressed in a more elaborate patterned …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-22 10:26:59

Series A, Episode 06 - Seek-Locate-Destroy
PRELL: Perhaps they had trouble getting them to work, sir.
TRAVIS: And why did they take you and your men out of here?
PRELL: I suppose they thought it was safer with us out of the way.
blake.torpidity.net/m/106/263 B7B2

Claude Sonnet 4.5 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from a classic science fiction television production, likely from the late 1970s or early 1980s based on the video quality and aesthetic. The image shows two men in what appears to be a stark, industrial or underground setting with rough walls. In the foreground is a man wearing dark leather or similar material costume with distinctive metallic or silver makeup covering part of his face, particularly around one eye area. Thi…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-22 16:32:06

Series B, Episode 12 - The Keeper
GOLA: You said she let me win. [The Fool turns and winks at Tara]
VILA: No I didn't. I didn't say anything.
JENNA: [In an urgent whisper] Vila, shut up!
VILA: But I didn't say anything.
blake.torpidity.net/m/212/352 B7B4…

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7," set in what looks like a tavern or underground meeting place. The setting has a rustic, medieval-like atmosphere with wooden tables, stone walls, and various props scattered around including what appears to be a chess set on the table. The lighting is dim and atmospheric, typical of the show's distinctive visual style from the late 1970s/early 1980s. The scene sho…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-10-22 21:15:23

Series C, Episode 02 - Powerplay
VILA: Oh.
BARR: Are you hungry?
VILA: Well now you mention it, my last meal was interrupted.
BARR: I'll get you something.
ZEE: What's the matter with your arm?
VILA: Broken, nothing really.
blake.torpidity.net/m/302/242

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from a classic science fiction television series from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The image shows three individuals in what looks like a rocky or cave-like setting. Two people are wearing distinctive black helmets with metallic finishes - one with a red sensor or light visible. The central figure is wearing a brown outfit and appears to be in conversation with or perhaps being interrogated by the helmet-wearing figures. The prod…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-21 19:14:55

Series D, Episode 06 - Headhunter
AVON: Where is Orac?
SOOLIN: Behind a panel in section four.
AVON: We have to get Orac outside.
TARRANT: Why risk it?
blake.torpidity.net/m/406/498 B7B5

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from the classic British science fiction television series "Blake's 7" from the late 1970s/early 1980s. The scene shows a group of people in futuristic costumes standing in what looks like a spacecraft or space station interior with gray walls and utilitarian design. The costumes feature distinctive styling typical of sci-fi productions of that era - including a character in black leather with silver accents holding what appears to b…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-21 22:17:27

Series C, Episode 05 - The Harvest of Kairos
VILA: We got it, we got it!
DAYNA: Right on the nose! [laughs]
[Space Command]
SERVALAN: How did that happen?
JARVIK: They fired through their own force shield.
SERVALAN: Don't be absurd.
blake.torpidity.net/m/305/292

Claude 3.7 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from the classic British science fiction TV series "Blake's 7," set on what appears to be a spacecraft bridge or control room. The setting features a futuristic design with angular metallic panels and control consoles typical of the show's distinctive visual style from the late 1970s/early 1980s. The crew members are positioned at different levels of the set - two at control stations in the background on elevated platforms, while two…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-11-21 10:07:46

Series C, Episode 03 - Volcano
AVON: Is there any weaponry activity of any kind registering on Obsidian?
ZEN: Negative.
AVON: None whatsoever? Run the scan again.
blake.torpidity.net/m/303/352 B7B2

Claude Sonnet 4.0 describes the image as: "This image shows a scene from the classic British science fiction television series "Blake's 7" from the late 1970s/early 1980s. The setting appears to be the flight deck or control room of the alien spacecraft Liberator, recognizable by its distinctive curved architectural elements and control panels with a bronze/orange color scheme. The character is wearing the iconic black leather outfit typical of the show's rebel crew members. The scene captures …
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-22 07:24:31

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 05 - The Web
BLAKE: I've never seen anything like it before.
NOVARA: Our mission has specialized in tissue creation and regenerative processes.
GEELA: Among other things.
[They all sit down.]
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Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from a television production, showing three actors in what looks like a futuristic or science fiction setting. The scene takes place in what appears to be a spacecraft or advanced facility interior, with metallic walls and modern furnishings visible in the background. The actors are wearing distinctive costumes that suggest this is from a sci-fi drama - one character wears an elaborate metallic or shimmery garment, while another…
@blakes7bot@mas.torpidity.net
2025-12-13 07:18:20

#Blakes7 Series B, Episode 12 - The Keeper
VILA: I could be president.
AVON: Ah.
VILA: Or we can take it in turns.
BLAKE: You ready to go, Vila?
VILA: Why not? Now that would be worth the risks we're taking.

Claude Sonnet 4 describes the image as: "This appears to be a scene from the British science fiction television series "Blake's 7" from the late 1970s. The image shows several characters gathered around what appears to be a futuristic control panel or device with an open compartment. The setting has the distinctive low-budget but atmospheric look characteristic of BBC science fiction productions of that era, with curved walls and dim lighting creating a spaceship or underground base environment…