who should be new pilot of serenity?
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First of all, while I like Alan Tudyk and loved Wash, I think of all the characters that could have been sacrificed, he was the best choice, simply because he didn’t seem to have much in the way of secretive back-story to be resolved and of the other choices in that category, Zoe, Kaylee, was probably the least likely to cause a riot.
Secondly, while I like the idea of River as “back-up” pilot for future situations, I think if you end up leaving her on the ship, for the most part, now that she has been pulled from the closet in regards to her abilities and character, you’d be losing something vital that can be treated with.
Now, in some other threads, I have seen some individuals talking up the idea that Book is an ex-Operative and possibly even a clone. Joss is known for bringing back dead characters in other series and Book had tons of potential back-story and further intrigue.
Can anyone think of any specific younger black actors who could pass as a twenty-ish Shepard Book?
This would seem to me to have that winning combination of cheese factor and plausibility that reeks of Jossism. (Everyone genuflect. 10 Our Mal’s and 20 Mother Serenity’s)
It allows the introduction of a “new” character. The return of an “old” character, so-to-speak, when it is revealed who he is. A return to Book’s back-story, which we all know hasn’t been played out yet. A sudden affinity with the character on the part of the crew when he is revealed, which can be played on to their detriment for conflict. (I know, the evil clone has been done to death, but let’s look at the new twist, shall we?)
With it being a clone, he would have different skill-set from experiences Book didn’t have. Plus, you could do all kinds of wicked things with him.
If the Alliance actually does have access to Book clones and know he was a trusted member of the Serenity crew, then he seems the perfect “plant” and with a bit of that wonderful Alliance modification, he could even be made “River Proof”. A young, handsome, lean Book could even be a possible “first love” for River, especially if he is “River Proof” since he would have an allure that none of the other “open books” (yes, pun intended) around her have.
You could dose him with just enough of Shepard’s conscience to avoid the “black mustached” villain (interesting the Dr. chose that imagery while talking specifically to Book, hmmm?), imbuing him with character depth.
He could even be somewhat “broken” from his conditioning, like River so there could be a back and forth, while she tries to save him from himself, knowing the situation he is in, and he tries to save her from himself, etc.
He would be like a really terrifying Operative/Early mix with the added bonus of River’s affection. Talk about potential for conflict.
Of course, you lose the "humor" factor of Wash, but I think that can be amply compensated with doses of more Jayne, IMHO.
Just my take.
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From the way I understood it RIVER was the perfect choice on account of her being able to 'read' into the future. This would give her an edge when it came to piloting SERENITY surely as she could naturally anticipate events.
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From the way I understood it RIVER was the perfect choice on account of her being able to 'read' into the future. This would give her an edge when it came to piloting SERENITY surely as she could naturally anticipate events.
Oh yes, I would agree it would seem to make the most sense. Mal wouldn't even have to call for her, when he and crew get into trouble away from the ship, she could just "be there", knowing what was coming.
I just hope they still manage to work in some of those breathtaking "killer woman" scenes.
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Ah! I can't believe we are even having this conversation!!! I was SO choked up when Wash died the only thing that I could manage to speak was WHY?! Why did he have to die?! His character was the bright silver lining to all the dark despair we love in all the other characters. I mean he played with dinosaurs for gods sake! How can you not love the man?! -Now that I got that out. River is obviously the next choice for a pilot. She knows her shit and needs something to keep her busy. After proving shes not a helpless little girl she can no longer run away with it. All of the episodes had some reference to her weaknesses and we have now learned she ain't so helpless. This also eliminates the need for a new character being added to the plot which would make things a tad sticky.
Still though... WHY DID HE HAVE TO DIE? Someone please tell me. I fricken loved his character.
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Well, at a con in New Zealand late last year, Summer was asked if she had ideas of what would become of River had the series continued.
SHe said she used to tell Joss that she wanted to be the pilot.
And then, come the movie, she got to be.
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mark hammill is a damn good pilot. hell, he used to bullseye womprats with his T16 back home.
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Wouldn't it be something if the new pilot were Inara? However, I don't think she nor the captain could handle their feelings in this relationship without some major event happening between them, most likely one that tears them apart emotionally from each other. However, then the fun tension between the captain and Inara wouldn't be around...
>>Hell, Mark Hamil might make a good pilot, now that he looks the part ;)
>>mark hammill is a damn good pilot. hell, he used to bullseye womprats with his T16 back home.
also, sorry for the double-reply. its late here.
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I dislike the idea of new cast, that basically makes it a new show. I like what it is now and changes would upset me. Lets not move on! Why are we always told to move on? I say things should be basically the same, sure Wash is gone but they can continue...Right?
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Is nobody going to argue in favor of bringing back the man himself?
Wash should fly Serenity. Nobody else.
Wouldn't be hard.
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but hes dead. its not like hes injured and can recover. how do you bring him back from the dead and fill a 10 inch hole thru his body without going to the feds?
Wash> but thats like science fiction
Zoe> you live on a spaceship, dear
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