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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 15m ago

Series D, Episode 06 - Headhunter VENA: Then please you ... [She and Avon look at each other for a moment, then Avon turns and uses a remote control to activate a video link to the resuscitation room.] AVON: Dayna? https://blake.torpidity.net/m/406/336

Claude Opus 4.6 describes the image as: "This image is from the classic BBC Television series Blake's 7. The scene features Lynda Bellingham and Paul Darrow in conversation. Bellingham is shown facing the camera, wearing a striking red and white striped costume with a metallic collar and a pendant necklace, along with gold hoop earrings. Her dark hair is styled in a voluminous fashion typical of the era. She appears to be engaged in an intense or serious exchange, her expression conveying concern or determination. Paul Darrow, seen from behind with his back partially to the camera, is wearing a black leather-style costume with silver/white striped detailing and studded elements, characteristic of the show's distinctive sci-fi aesthetic. He is recognizable by his brown hair and the iconic costume design associated with his role"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 6h ago

Series D, Episode 09 - Sand TARRANT: A sound like the wind, that's all. SERVALAN: You're right. The air never stirred; there was no wind. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/409/253

Claude Haiku 4.5 20251001 describes the image as: "This scene from Blake's 7 depicts an intimate moment between two characters in what appears to be a luxuriously appointed interior setting. The backdrop features rich purple drapery and elegant furnishings, creating an atmosphere of sophistication and danger characteristic of the series' aesthetic. One character, positioned on the left, is shown from behind wearing a sleeveless black garment with an ornate beaded neckline detail. The other character, on the right, wears a grey leather jacket adorned with metallic studs and embellishments, reflecting the futuristic costume design of the show. The lighting bathes the scene in cool, atmospheric tones with purple hues dominating the background, creating a moody and tense ambiance. Both characters appear engaged in conversation, their body language suggesting a moment of connection or negotiation"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 10h ago

Series A, Episode 05 - The Web [Flight deck of the Liberator] BLAKE: Navigation computer to evasive action strategy. Key course and speed to optimum escape probability. Basically, lose them, Zen. ZEN: Confirmed. AVON: One thing they proved back… (1/2)

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 13h ago

#Blakes7 Series C, Episode 07 - Children of Auron DAYNA: Where is Servalan's ship? PATAR: Down on the quarantine ramps. DAYNA: Threaten it, Vila. VILA: [Into comm] You're cut off, Servalan. We have a neutron blaster sighted on your ship. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/307/470

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 24h ago

Series A, Episode 03 - Cygnus Alpha LEYLAN: Landing beam alignment confirmed. ARTIX: Fourteen. Thirteen. Twelve. LEYLAN: Check main retro drive. ARTIX: Eleven. Ten. LEYLAN: Entering silo. [Cygnus Alpha. Exterior. London on final landing… (1/2)

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · yesterday

Series A, Episode 13 - Orac BLAKE: Let's hope it's still around when we want to get out of here. [Blake raises his communicator.] ORAC: It is too late to contact your ship. You are now inside the barrier. Signal transmission through the energy screen is not possible. You will follow me.

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · yesterday

Series B, Episode 04 - Horizon RO: Yes, I hope I am. [Teleport section. Avon is seated at the console] BLAKE: Have you got the coordinates yet? AVON: It takes time. BLAKE: There may not BE much time. AVON: Then stop distracting me. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/204/601

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · yesterday

Series A, Episode 05 - The Web JENNA: [To Vila] Anything on the detector scanners? VILA: Not a thing. JENNA: Speed's up to standard by ten. Drive repairs, how long? ZEN: One point two five minutes. VILA: Can you stop us then? https://blake.torpidity.net/m/105/113

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 2d ago

#Blakes7 Series C, Episode 05 - The Harvest of Kairos SERVALAN: It was still a costly exercise, Jarvik. Those Killer- Hunters are irreplaceable. JARVIK: The Liberator's worth a hundred pursuit ships. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/305/460

Claude Sonnet 4.6 describes the image as: "This image is from the classic BBC Television series Blake's 7. The scene appears to take place aboard a spacecraft or space station, with futuristic control panels and equipment visible in the background, typical of the show's production design. Jacqueline Pearce appears on the left, dressed in an elegant, flowing white gown adorned with sparkling embellishments — a glamorous, dramatic costume befitting her iconic status in the series. She holds a small blue object and appears to be speaking or reacting to the other character. Andrew Burt is on the right, dressed in a grey and blue utilitarian jumpsuit typical of the show's costume design for crew or civilian characters. He appears contemplative or slightly uneasy, also holding a small blue object"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 2d ago

Series D, Episode 13 - Blake DAYNA: They're breaking away, all of them. VILA: They're falling for it. TARRANT: So are we. AVON: It was a calculated risk. DAYNA: What's wrong? AVON: There isn't enough power to get us back out. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/413/167

Claude Opus 4.6 describes the image as: "This image is from the classic BBC Television series Blake's 7. The scene depicts three crew members at the flight deck of the Liberator (or Scorpio), seated at the main control console and operating various instruments. In the foreground, Michael Keating portrays Vila Restal, the group's skilled thief and lock-picker, wearing his characteristic light-colored tunic. He is leaning forward, intently working the controls. In the middle, Josette Simon plays Dayna Mellanby, a weapons expert who joined the crew in later seasons. She is seated between the other two, focused on the console. In the background, Paul Darrow portrays the iconic Kerr Avon, the cold, calculating computer expert who became the de facto leader after Blake's departure. He is wearing his distinctive black studded leather outfit, reaching across the console with a characteristically intense demeanor"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 2d ago

Series B, Episode 03 - Weapon BLAKE: The ship? SERVALAN: No one is attacking your ship. AVON: You believe her? BLAKE: What sort of trap is it, then? https://blake.torpidity.net/m/203/469

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 2d ago

C09 - Sarcophagus CALLY: This isn't a a ship, it's a tomb. They, whoever they are or were, sealed their dead up inside and set it adrift in space. This rubble - it's the remains of artifacts buried with the corpse. VILA: That doesn't seem very hygienic. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/309/95

Claude Opus 4.6 describes the image as: "This image shows Jan Chappell in her role as Cally in the classic BBC science fiction television series "Blake's 7," which aired from 1978 to 1981. Chappell portrays Cally, a telepathic guerrilla fighter from the planet Auron who joins Blake's crew of rebels fighting against the totalitarian Terran Federation. In this shot, Chappell is captured in a close-up with a concerned or apprehensive expression, her eyes looking off to the side, suggesting a moment of tension or unease. She has her characteristic curly, voluminous brown hair with bangs, and is wearing what appears to be one of Cally's distinctive costumes featuring a high collar with silver trim over a dark garment. The background shows what appears to be part of a set with a white lamp or light fixture visible, consistent with the show's distinctive low-budget but atmospheric production design"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 2d ago

Series C, Episode 05 - The Harvest of Kairos TARRANT: Strap yourself in. [Liberator flight deck] ZEN: Surface bolts have been launched. Impact in thirteen seconds. Countdown: twelve... eleven... ten... nine... eight... seven... six... https://blake.torpidity.net/m/305/575

Claude Opus 4.6 describes the image as: "This image is from the classic BBC Television series "Blake's 7." The scene takes place on the flight deck of the Liberator, the crew's iconic spacecraft, surrounded by the show's distinctive retro-futuristic control panels with illuminated buttons and electronic equipment. Four crew members are visible in the scene. On the far left, Michael Keating sits at a console as Vila Restal, the group's reluctant thief. Standing behind the others is Jan Chappell as Cally, the telepathic Auron guerrilla fighter. In the center, Steven Pacey portrays Del Tarrant, the bold pilot. On the right, Paul Darrow plays the calculating and sardonic Kerr Avon, who is holding what appears to be a circuit board or piece of technology, examining it intently"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 3d ago

Some detritus from the B7 production archives. #b7bpa

Claude Opus 4.8 describes the image as: "This is a BBC Television "Contract for Scenery & Dressing Properties" form (form C/2), numbered 70068, from the production of the science fiction series Blake's 7. Key details include: - Programme Title: Blake's Seven (Blake's 7) - Production Department: Drama Series - Producer: David Maloney - Director: Michael Briant - Designer: M. Collins - Issue Date: 16th November 1977 - V.T.R. Date (video-tape recording): 11th November 1977, Week 45 - Project No.: 83 02247/1522 - Issued by: Peter Bower (for Contracts Office) The document is marked as an "Additional" contract (to No. 74135), specifically covering a stock scenery hire charge of £574.00, as noted in the Remarks section: "Additional for stock scenery hire charge only." This is an administrative/financial internal BBC document tracking the costs of scenery and set-dressing for an episode"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 3d ago

Series D, Episode 06 - Headhunter DAYNA: Sounds like ... [Outside again. Water is now spewing out of the sluice gate.] [Inside, Tarrant is still turning the wheel.] https://blake.torpidity.net/m/406/584

Claude Opus 4.8 describes the image as: "This image is from the classic BBC science fiction series "Blake's 7." The scene is set in a dimly lit, industrial-looking control room, characteristic of the show's low-budget but atmospheric production design. The background features banks of instrumentation, dials, gauges, and monitors, along with weathered pipework and mechanical components in the foreground. In the foreground, Steven Pacey portrays Del Tarrant, a pilot character. He is dressed in a fitted costume with grey and green paneling, complete with a scarf and a utility belt. His attention is focused downward, as he appears to be operating or examining some equipment with a concentrated expression. In the background stands Josette Simon as Dayna Mellanby. She wears a striking white and dark-colored outfit with distinctive shoulder detailing. She stands near the control panels, observing the surroundings"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 3d ago

Series C, Episode 10 - Ultraworld ORAC: Another one, please. VILA: Right. What's the best cure for water on the brain? ORAC: I don't know. What is the best cure for water on the brain? VILA: A tap on the head. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/310/238

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 3d ago

Series B, Episode 11 - Gambit CHENIE: So, you're a surgeon. DOCHOLLI: Used to be. CHENIE: I heard about that business on the Barlee. DOCHOLLI: A secondary burner blew out. I did what I could for the survivors. CHENIE: And is he one of them? https://blake.torpidity.net/m/211/5

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 3d ago

Series B, Episode 13 - Star One CALLY: One minute to strike range. VILA: We can't hold all of them. JENNA: They can't all come through that gap at once. [Liberator approaches alien fleet] AVON: Stand by to fire. VILA: Avon, this is stupid! https://blake.torpidity.net/m/213/524

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 4d ago

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 04 - Time Squad GAN: I wonder. It's almost as if Zen has a limiter. VILA: A limiter? GAN: Something that stops him from helping us too much. Or maybe it's someone who stops him. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/104/90

Claude Haiku 4.5 20251001 describes the image as: "# Blake's 7 Scene This image captures a moment from the classic BBC television series Blake's 7, featuring an actor in period costume set against a dark, shadowy background. The character is wearing a simple tunic-style garment in muted earth tones, consistent with the show's science fiction aesthetic that often blended futuristic and classical elements. The actor portrays one of the ensemble cast members from the series, which aired during the late 1970s and became a cult classic of British science fiction television. The production values and image quality are characteristic of that era's television broadcasting. The lighting and composition create a dramatic atmosphere typical of the show's serious, often tense tone. The character's expression and body language suggest a moment of concern or contemplation, which was common in the series' narrative-driven episodes"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 4d ago

Series D, Episode 06 - Headhunter VILA: Now look! Either you teleport me down or Tarrant will do it from here. TARRANT: Wanna bet? https://blake.torpidity.net/m/406/287

Claude Opus 4.8 describes the image as: "This image from the classic BBC science fiction series "Blake's 7" shows two crew members aboard a spacecraft interior. The set features the characteristic retro-futuristic design of the show, with grey metallic panels, ventilation grilles, and what appears to be a small monitor screen mounted on the wall behind them. In the foreground, Michael Keating, playing the character Vila Restal, leans forward with an expressive, somewhat anxious or scheming look on his face. He wears a distinctive grey costume with olive-green swirling patterns across the shoulders and chest, typical of the show's wardrobe styling. In the background, slightly out of focus, is Steven Pacey as Del Tarrant. He has curly dark hair and wears a grey and black jacket with contrasting panels. He appears to be occupied at a control station or console"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 4d ago

Series D, Episode 10 - Gold AVON: [Harsh whisper to Keiller.] Come on! [Two guards move behind some plant equipment.] KEILLER: [Offscreen.] Look out. [Soolin kills both of the guards.] I say, you two, that was good shooting. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/410/94

Claude Sonnet 4.6 describes the image as: "This image appears to be from the classic BBC Television series Blake's 7. The scene takes place on what appears to be a spacecraft or space station interior, with a futuristic set design featuring white paneling and a sign partially reading "Radiati" (likely "Radiation") in the background. Roy Kinnear appears on the left, wearing a distinctive red textured tunic with gold trim detailing, giving his character a flamboyant, authoritative appearance. He has a rotund build and an expressive face. Paul Darrow, on the right, is dressed in his iconic dark costume with white stripe detailing — consistent with his role as Avon, one of the series' most beloved characters. He is holding what appears to be a futuristic handgun/blaster, pointing it toward Kinnear's character in a tense confrontation"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 4d ago

Series B, Episode 10 - Voice from the Past JENNA: But why? Is he sick do you think? VILA: What? AVON: Space fatigue? CALLY: No symptoms of hallucination. AVON: Well, he's certainly not normal, not even for Blake. Let's find out. Come on, Cally. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/210/45

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 4d ago

Series A, Episode 06 - Seek-Locate-Destroy SERVALAN: [Into comm] Where is space commander Travis? He was due here one hour ago. VOICE: [V.O.] His ship is locked into the station's flight grid. He will dock at precisely eighteen-twenty-three. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/106/168

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 5d ago

#Blakes7 Series A, Episode 13 - Orac BLAKE: Call Liberator. [There is a small explosion nearby.] TRAVIS: [With his gun-arm raised] Goodbye, Blake. SERVALAN: Wait. TRAVIS: I have waited. Too long. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/113/403

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 5d ago

Series A, Episode 07 - Mission To Destiny AVON: [Smiles] That's what I thought. It's very quiet here. If it should get noisy, I'll be in touch. [Yellow corridor - Blake and Cally are opening doors.] BLAKE: It's that same smell again. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/107/49

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 5d ago

Series C, Episode 02 - Powerplay AVON: If your theory is correct, it could be a member of the crew. TARRANT: We think so. The ship's gone into direct line flight now, it could be homing in on the signal. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/302/33

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 5d ago

Series B, Episode 07 - Killer GAMBRILL: Quarantine instructions have been carried out, boarding party are about to enter. BELLFRIAR: Good. Gambrill, who's that fool in the evacuation tunnel? GAMBRILL: I don't know sir. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/207/220

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 5d ago

Series A, Episode 13 - Orac CALLY: Are you saying you can see into the future? ORAC: The words future, present, past are meaningless. AVON: Define 'meaningless'. ORAC: I have the capacity to predict events that have not yet taken place. https://blake.torpidity.net/m/113/455

Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 6d ago

#Blakes7 Series C, Episode 02 - Powerplay KLEGG: You will each speak a line into the computer's audio command circuit. If the computer does not recognise the voice it will not respond. TARRANT: Would you mind? https://blake.torpidity.net/m/302/46

Claude Haiku 4.5 20251001 describes the image as: "# Blake's 7 Scene This scene from the classic BBC Television series "Blake's 7" shows three characters in what appears to be a spacecraft interior. The setting features the distinctive 1970s science fiction production design with metallic walls and period-appropriate console elements visible in the background. On the left stands a character in an elegant cream-colored flowing gown, appearing composed yet cautious. In the center, a man in a dark military-style jacket with insignia holds what appears to be a weapon, his expression stern and commanding. On the right, seated and wearing a grey tunic, is another character whose expression suggests tension or concern about the unfolding situation. The composition captures a moment of dramatic confrontation or negotiation aboard the spacecraft"

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Blakes7Bot @blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 6d ago

Don't know what the technical term is, but they've done well with the picture on the blu-rays haven't they? The costumes in this scene are the bluiest blues and the beigiest beige, and it all looks very lovely. Well done all involved.

Blakes7Bot@blakes7bot.torpidity.net · 6d ago

Series A, Episode 02 - Space Fall LEYLAN: There's a female prisoner on our manifest. RAIKER: I've noticed that sir. LEYLAN: Yes... well... err, be discreet. RAIKER: Yes, sir. [Door to the prisoner's section opens. Raiker steps in] https://blake.torpidity.net/m/102/40