I think I love this show more than Babylon 5. It doesn't have the best reviews on here though (or anywhere else, probably). I think many people just don't get the characters. For me I love the fact that the crew of the Excalibur are a quirky mix of unusual, but interesting, people. I think it works very well.
I disagree with the other reviewer's opinion of Galen here. I think this episode develops the relationship between Galen and Matthew (Gideon) perfectly. They are both principled men that are single minded when they have to be (if the cause is right and just). Remember the opening episode when Galen asks Matthew a number of questions before deciding to go with him? That sets the tone for their relationship, and it establishes that they are men with a similar outlook on life, and have a similar approach to dealing with the challenges that life throws at us.
I love the interactions with the secondary characters here too. This episode also goes a long way to establishing that Durrena is someone that lives her life in the same way too.
I disagree with the other reviewer's opinion of Galen here. I think this episode develops the relationship between Galen and Matthew (Gideon) perfectly. They are both principled men that are single minded when they have to be (if the cause is right and just). Remember the opening episode when Galen asks Matthew a number of questions before deciding to go with him? That sets the tone for their relationship, and it establishes that they are men with a similar outlook on life, and have a similar approach to dealing with the challenges that life throws at us.
I love the interactions with the secondary characters here too. This episode also goes a long way to establishing that Durrena is someone that lives her life in the same way too.