When I was at the VanCon a few weeks ago I asked Martin Gero during a tour if the writers would be expanding more on Sheppard's gene. Other than flying a jumper, shooting off drones and moving a city, which I admit was impressive, there hasn't been much action. He told me the writers have decided not to explore "that mythology any more." He said that alot of people have the gene now so it's not that special anymore. I was alittle surprised at that comment but wasn't able to pursue at that time.
I can't help but feel that they are missing an opportunity. Fans complain that SGA repeats SG1 and Star Trek episodes. Writers say that with 300 episodes alone of SG1/SGA and many more of Star Trek, that it hard not to find similar shows. They say they add their spin by showing how Atlantis and the team react to the episode. Okay, I'll accept that.
However, wasn't it Weir that said she wanted Sheppard because he had the gene, "the likes we have never seen before"? Wasn't it Sheppard that replied to Weir, "isn't that why you brought me here"? Hasn't it been friend/foe (Wraith/Larrin) that have remarked in episodes "the one with the gene"? They certainly aren't looking at McKay.
I feel there are so many possibilities that could be expanded upon, especially now that Michael is more of a force with his hybrids and who knows what' going on with Teyla's child. Sheppard could be a real force in the galaxy. Now he's more of a one dimensional character with signs of breaking out, but not the real force he could be.
Any thoughts?
I can't help but feel that they are missing an opportunity. Fans complain that SGA repeats SG1 and Star Trek episodes. Writers say that with 300 episodes alone of SG1/SGA and many more of Star Trek, that it hard not to find similar shows. They say they add their spin by showing how Atlantis and the team react to the episode. Okay, I'll accept that.
However, wasn't it Weir that said she wanted Sheppard because he had the gene, "the likes we have never seen before"? Wasn't it Sheppard that replied to Weir, "isn't that why you brought me here"? Hasn't it been friend/foe (Wraith/Larrin) that have remarked in episodes "the one with the gene"? They certainly aren't looking at McKay.
I feel there are so many possibilities that could be expanded upon, especially now that Michael is more of a force with his hybrids and who knows what' going on with Teyla's child. Sheppard could be a real force in the galaxy. Now he's more of a one dimensional character with signs of breaking out, but not the real force he could be.
Any thoughts?
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