Comment Re:B5 Continuity (Score 1) 827
Yes, of course I realize that. That's why I said "from what I did see", instead of trying to claim it as truth. I may well be totally wrong. Am I?
Yes. B5's first series was relatively episodic, but even then there are references which are still pertinent much later on. I think the fact that it started off episodic and gradually moved to a more continuity based format is because it was released in the early 90's, and people weren't really used to the new format, and so had to be gradually eased in. Also, the episodic nature helps to draw people in during the first series. The new BSG had an established audience since it was being hyped up, had a killer pilot movie, a lot of history and because there's not a huge amount of competition.
Yes. B5's first series was relatively episodic, but even then there are references which are still pertinent much later on. I think the fact that it started off episodic and gradually moved to a more continuity based format is because it was released in the early 90's, and people weren't really used to the new format, and so had to be gradually eased in. Also, the episodic nature helps to draw people in during the first series. The new BSG had an established audience since it was being hyped up, had a killer pilot movie, a lot of history and because there's not a huge amount of competition.
