If You Can't Pass This BSG Characters Quiz, Turn In Your Nerd Card
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Battlestar Galactica was one of the most enjoyable series ever made. There, we said it. Although some people will probably disagree, we're sure that there are plenty of people out there who enjoyed this show just as much as we did. For people who love science fiction, you really can't ask for much more from a show. Even if you weren't crazy about all the space battles (which were awesome, by the way), there was still plenty more to enjoy. There was drama, romance, philosophy, and plenty of other interesting subjects explored in the show.
Battlestar Galactica completely re-imagined what science fiction could be in the modern era. And even though it was well-written and well thought out, the driving force behind the success of this show was always the characters. The interaction between these various character gave this universe life. We were able to put ourselves in the shoes of these human survivors, and we felt like we lived on the Galactica. Even though it's over now, there's a lot to look back on. Were you a true fan of this amazing show? Well, there's only one way to find out. See if you can recognize all these memorable characters...
This Officer
Here's one character that a lot of people grew to love over the course of the series. He started off as a pretty unassuming officer who was on duty at the CIC. He was famous for reading out the positions of Cylon ships as they appeared on the ship's sensors. He rose up the ranks significantly as time wore on, and we got to know him a lot better as a result. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Hotshot Pilot
Of all the characters in the Battlestar Galactica series, this one might just be the most memorable. Although this character was a man in the original series, the decision to make this hotshot pilot into a female was an inspired one. The actress who portrayed this character was simply astounding, and brought so much character and life to the show. She might be considered the main character in the entire show. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Admiral
But in all honesty, Starbuck has some pretty tight competition for the title of "main character." This leader and eventual Admiral of the remaining human survivors was always a pretty focal point of the entire series. He proved himself to be an efficient, cunning, and ruthless warrior when everything was on the line. He was famously old school in his approach to conducting war, and that might have been the thing that saved him. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Femme Fatale
Here's another character that was quite memorable. In fact, this character was definitely one of the factors that drew people in, enticing them to give the series a chance. There's no doubt that the actress who portrayed this character was a very beautiful woman, but she also brought some serious acting skills to the table as well. There was definitely something slightly haunting, intimidating, and awe-inspiring about this amazing character. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Genius
Another very interesting character in Battlestar Galactica was this complex, intelligent, and extremely flawed character. Fans of the show will know that it was he who essentially doomed humanity to a full on nuclear holocaust. No one ever really found out about his secret, but we can see that this knowledge has a deep effect on him throughout the series. Because the man is a genius, he is a valued asset. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
The XO
Every military person knows that for orders to be followed, you can't be soft. Even though William Adama is pretty hardline about discipline and following protocol, he can't be expected to personally see to every issue. That's where the XO comes in. He's the right hand of the Admiral. Adama might issue the orders, but this is the man who sees that they're followed out - to a T. But can you actually identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Complex Character
At first glance, this character might seem like just another hot shot pilot - a typical gung ho soldier without much depth. As the series wore on, we learned that this was anything but the case. Beneath his GI Joe appearance, this pilot has all kinds of issues. All of them were explored in detail, and we learned a lot about this guy. All that aside, he was a professional military leader. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Talented Officer
Here's another character that became quite focal from the very beginning. We learned a lot about her throughout the course of the series, and she was always taking part in the drama which was unfolding in the CIC. As a high ranking officer, her job was extremely demanding. We also got to know a lot about her on a personal level, as she pursued a romance with Lee Adama for quite some time. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
The Chief
The Chief was another very interesting character, and the majority of his stories took place on the Viper Hangar Deck, a place of action and mayhem most of the time. He devoted his life to fixing up Vipers and Raptors, and he loved his work. True, there was some serious drama that unfolded outside of his work life, but this was a man who could always be depended on to get those birds flying. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Natural Leader
And who could forget this natural leader? She was another one of those characters who could be considered vital to the storyline of Battlestar Galactica, and we definitely learned a lot about her over the course of the show. Probably one of the most interesting things about this character is that she never even wanted to be a leader in the first place... Which in a way, makes her the perfect leader. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Radical Politician
For many Battlestar Galactica fans, this character was one of their favorites. Fans of the original series were probably overjoyed when they learned that this actor would be playing this political radical. That's because this actor actually played Starbuck in the original series. But the character that he played in the reimagined series was completely unlike Starbuck. This was a ruthless, determined man who wasn't afraid to crack a few eggs to make an omelette. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Quirky Wife
Most of us couldn't quite figure out the motives of this character for the longest time, and that's probably what made her so interesting in the end. She was the wife of one of the high-ranking Officers on board the Galactica, and her influence on him was... questionable. But there's no denying these two loved each other. In the end, the met a tragic end, poisoned by her own husband. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Knuckle Dragger
While she might not have been the most central character in the entire show, she definitely got a lot of screen time. She was a so-called "knuckle dragger," the slang term used to describe the crew who worked on fixing up Vipers and Raptors in the Launch bay. She was extremely professional, and famously determined. She ended up marrying the Chief in a somewhat unexpected turn of events while they were both prisoners of war. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Clumsy Assistant
This character was a surprisingly focal character for the first few seasons, especially the mini-series which started it all. It makes sense when you think about it, though. This "outsider" is the perfect vessel through which the audience can be introduced to the Galactica. We are essentially seeing this amazing setting through his eyes. This characters slowly fades into obscurity later on in the series, with him eventually leaving the show. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Valuable Crew Member
Every spaceship needs a doctor, and that's something we've learned from Star Trek. What we also learned from Star Trek is that the doctor can be a really interesting character, and that proves true with Battlestar Galactica. This character is definitely one of the most funny and natural in the entire series, and he was definitely a fan favorite. The choice to make this character a chain smoker was pure genius. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Pilot
Here's another incredibly interesting character, and this is yet another fan favorite. We first get introduced to this character in the mini-series, but we quickly learn that there's a lot of crazy things happening in her life. For one, there's actually TWO of her in the series, which leads to some confusion. But for the most part, this is handled well. This version of the character actually becomes an ally to the humans, even though she's a Cylon. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Ferocious Foe
We're betting you didn't expect to see this face show up in this quiz. Is it really even a face? "He" is actually a Cylon ship, but fans of the show will know that the ships are actually alive. Beneath their metal armor, they have organic components wired into the ship's machinery, making them a cyborg mix of flesh and technology. But one ship in particular gained a fearsome reputation, and was even given a name. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Wild Pilot
Of all the pilots in the series, this one was one of the very few who could give Starbuck a run for her money. Although her flying style was a little on the wild side, there was no denying that this woman had some serious skill. She ended up being one of the most valuable pilots in the fleet, and she once even beat Starbuck in a competition. She tragically died during the series. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Love Interest
Although this character might seem like a typical action hero type, the way in which he was presented wasn't really like that. Instead, this character was essentially a love interest for the main character. It was an interesting "flip" of typical male and female roles. Because a female played the daring, hotshot pilot in this film, the male love interest played the damsel in distress in many ways. He had to be rescued by Kara Thrace, and in the end they were together.
This Officer
Here's another character that fans absolutely loved. Apparently he wasn't even supposed to make it past the mini-series, but fans loved him so much that he was established as a main character. This was another officer that served primarily in the CIC, although he began his career as a Raptor pilot. He also pursued a romance with a known Cylon, which made for some very interesting and strained moments with the rest of the crew. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Cylon
Here's one Cylon which definitely made a huge impact on many of the fans. This character was played by an amazing actor, and he did such a good job of making this Cylon feared, manipulative, and frighteningly intelligent. It almost got to the point where fans would dread his next appearance. That wasn't because he was a bad character, but because he was so good at making us all feel so uncomfortable. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
Another Cylon
Getting tired of Cylons yet? Well, as fans know, there were plenty of them throughout this show. Slowly, they were all revealed, but at certain points the fans had no idea who was a Cylon and who was human. That's what made it such an amazing twist when this character was revealed to be a Cylon. He actually made an appearance in the mini-series, and when he made his move, the audience was shocked. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Ruthless Admiral
Although she only appeared for a few episodes, this character really made her mark. This series included a lot of strong female characters, but his character took that to a whole new level. She was more ruthless, authoritative, and unforgiving that any other military leader in the entire series. She did not accept failure, and insubordination would be punishable by death, on the spot, with a bullet from her own personal pistol. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
Yet Another Cylon Model
This Cylon model is definitely one of the most interesting, and many would say that this is basically the leader of this artificially intelligent race. Taking the appearance of an old man, he is one of the most intelligent and authoritative of the Cylon models, and advocates for complete destruction of the human race. The most scary thing about him is that he actually has a sophisticated, sarcastic sense of humor. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Renegade Officer
While the show was pretty sweet, there were also tons of spin-offs and amazing movies that came out in the Battlestar Galactica universe. For instance, there was Razor, a feature film centered around a really interesting officer aboard the Pegasus. This officer was Cain's favorite, and she was tasked with a pretty insane mission. In the end, she ended up having to sacrifice herself for the good of the crew. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Awesome Pilot
Although he might not be the most famous pilot on the show, there's no denying that this character always seemed to be hanging around, making appearances from time to time. This pilot had what is probably one of the funniest call signs in the entire show, and it fit his personality perfectly. Although he started off as a green rookie, he later became one of the most established pilots in the fleet. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This High Strung Officer
One of the most tense and dramatic episodes featured this officer trying to function way out his depth. The episode featured this officer trying to take command over a group of survivors who had to fend off a group of Cylons. People had trouble following his commands, and eventually everything fell apart. The episode was an interesting look at what happens when the chain of command breaks down in the military. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Clever Assistant
Although plotlines related to the military definitely took center stage in this series, there was also some interesting political drama taking place. President Luara Roslin had only a few people she could trust completely, but this person was definitely one of them. Throughout the series, this character proved herself to be cunning, resourceful, and an excellent aide. If it weren't for her, the political structure probably would have suffered greatly. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Cunning Lawyer
Although this character only appeared briefly, it was a stunning appearance and one that will no doubt be remembered. This actor is famous for a multitude of other acting roles, but this one will be remembered by Battlestar Galactica fans for many years. In this series, he plays a lawyer who helps defend another main character who is up against all odds. It's an interesting episode which sheds light on the true nature of justice. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
Another Cylon Agent
There's still a few more Cylon agents to identify. If you think this is hard, imagine being one of the humans on board the Galactica, completely unaware of who is human and who's a Cylon. This Cylon was actually in a strong leadership role for many episodes, and seemed to be slightly domineering over other models, such as the Six. This one eventually went insane and had to be "boxed." But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Rarely Seen Cylon
There's just one more Cylon to identify, and this one will probably pose the biggest challenge. That's because this character is the least seen Cylon model, and does not make as many appearances as the others. But when he does appear, he plays a pretty major role. Usually, he takes the appearance of a medic or doctor. He actually does invasive experiments on Kara Thrace, who at the time thinks he's human. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Deckhand (Yellow)
The person you're trying to identify is the one in the middle of the picture, in the yellow jumpsuit. This was yet another deckhand, a "knuckle dragger" that reports to the Chief. The Chief inspired total loyalty and devotion in his underlings, and this character definitely felt that way about his superior. He was so loyal in fact, that he lied and got himself in major legal trouble in order to protect the Chief. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Pegasus Crewmember
Now that we're getting to the end of the quiz, let's try to challenge you with some pretty obscure characters. Real fans of the show will be able to identify this character without too much trouble, however. This officer actually started off as a crewmember of the Pegasus, working in the CIC in a role similar to that of Dualla - a communications officer. Later, he ends up transferring to the Galactica. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
This Famous Interrogator
Here's another crew member of the Pegasus, although this one might be slightly more memorable than the last. This evil character was an interrogations specialist, and he proved adept at completely breaking down Cylon prisoners of war. He used humiliation and sadistic practices to get the information he wanted, and he enjoyed his job a little too much. When he turned his attention on Sharon Valerii, two officers from the Galactica accidentally killed him. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?
The Original President Of The Twelve Colonies
And let's end things off with one of the most challenging questions - one that you'll need an excellent memory to answer correctly. This character was seem mostly in the mini-series, although later on in the series we see him appear from time to time through flashbacks experienced by Laura Roslin. He was of course the original president of the 12 Colonies, and someone Laura Roslin once knew very well. But can you identify this memorable character from Battlestar Galactica?