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About the space folding device or whatever it can be, any ideas ? There’s actually a thread about it, but I think it’s time, given recent major discoveries, to renew itComment
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Either this or Thors Hammer is my favorite episode from season 1.RIP Don S. Davis 1942-2008Comment
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nice ep, loved the cat and the concept of a society so advanced that their planet doesn't have any animals on it.
ETA: what I mean by that is that they loved the idea of progress so much that they forgot to pay attention to the detail of looking after their planet.
I hate to disappoint Daniel, and I think Jack should know better but I'm pretty sure that the US Military is the same as the British military in that when you go to work with and for them you sign a contract that submits you to military law. Which means that, yes, Daniel could be court martialled.
Anyhooo... I like the Tolan. It's great to see a race with superior knowledge and a VERY good reason not to want to share it. And it's always great to see the Nox. So sweet and lovely, and so very very powerful.Comment
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Ok old thread but I'm rewatching and this always bothered me about the Tolen. They have the knowledge to build their own Gate (in later episodes) but they don't have ships that travel light speed? They say they don't have ships that could make it to Earth in their lifetime. I find that hard to believe due to other technological advances.Originally posted by johnsmith9875 View PostComment
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They're very insular and have no need for fast ships. Kind of like the Chinese during the middle ages. The technology might be there but with no need, nothing gets built.
SeaboeIf you're going to allow yourself to be offended by a cat, you might as well just pack it in -- Steven BrustComment
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But what if he were an independent contractor? That is, not an employee of the military.Originally posted by Major_Clanger View Post
SeaboeIf you're going to allow yourself to be offended by a cat, you might as well just pack it in -- Steven BrustComment
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I've no idea abous US or British army, but here in Russia even independent contractor will get court-martialled for breaking laws, regulations or contract terms. Ministry of Defense doesn't like to be messed with
Homo sum et nihil humani a me alienum puto, sic quod feci quod potui et sic potui, faciant meliora potentes. (c)
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I don't know about RL but independent contractors often seem to get away with such things in American TV shows as they are never subjected to military law. I've seen it happen in a number of shows.Originally posted by Vagabond Serpent View PostI've no idea abous US or British army, but here in Russia even independent contractor will get court-martialled for breaking laws, regulations or contract terms. Ministry of Defense doesn't like to be messed withUnmade Plans (WIP: 11/20):
Sam's life takes a turn in an unexpected direction when she's faced with an unplanned pregnancy. The decision to keep the baby and raise it on her own will alter her life forever. Relationships are put to the test, especially the one between her and Jack. She doesn't know what to expect from him and he surprises her at every turn.
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Yeah, well show is a show, RL is RL... I've seen history books and news reports enough to know, beside I'm from a military family, so I can judge my country at least.Homo sum et nihil humani a me alienum puto, sic quod feci quod potui et sic potui, faciant meliora potentes. (c)
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It's not that an independent contractor can't be criminally prosecuted, it's just that I'm pretty sure it would not be a court-martial. ETA: and part of the punishment would almost certainly be an inability to contract with the government.
SeaboeIf you're going to allow yourself to be offended by a cat, you might as well just pack it in -- Steven BrustComment
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Different countries have different laws.
Here even independants could get court-martialled if they jeopardize, sabotage etc military operations or stuff.
Homo sum et nihil humani a me alienum puto, sic quod feci quod potui et sic potui, faciant meliora potentes. (c)
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I guess what I'm saying, VS is that in the U.S., whatever they did to punish Daniel wouldn't be called a court martial. Courts martial deal only with members of the military.
SeaboeIf you're going to allow yourself to be offended by a cat, you might as well just pack it in -- Steven BrustComment
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Ok so their lack of fast ships in spite of their technology is chapping my butt again! I'm watching "100 Days", we are told the Tolan do have ships but not fast enough to be useful. Arghh!!Originally posted by Seaboe Muffinchucker View PostComment
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Schrödinger -- I love that cat!
Random note: both McKay & Carter had a cat.
(lack of SGA PTW originality shows even in characters)
I'm partial to this episode. I don't really dislike it, but I don't really like it either. We're not as technological advanced as we like to believe, and when the opportunity arises we show just how primitive we can be. The young do not always do as they are told... big time. But we're learning so that's a good think.
Maybourne in a fit... he'll be back!
And the Nox... lovely people they are.Heightmeyer's Lemming -- still the coolest Lemming of the forum
Proper Stargate Rewatch -- season 10 of SG-1
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