'MISSION' AT 45: CAIN'S FIREPOWER!

Upside down image used for the film's international lobby card.

Unaware that the Galactica has been critically wounded by massed Cylon Raiders, the Pegasus moves on its its plan to attack Baltar and his three Basestars, as Cain, helped by agile Viper attack support from Apollo and Starbuck, unleashes all the missile power at his disposal against the enemy. Spectacular explosions follow, of which two Basestars are destroyed. But amidst the carnage, the Pegasus has either disappeared into space or been obliterated in the epic crossfire...

An impressive image used for publicity, even if it is upside down!

'MISSION' AT 45: NO TURNING BACK...

International lobby card.

With the Galactica's Alpha Landing Bay incapacitated and most of the its Viper squadrons aboard the Pegasus, the loyal and bold Captain Apollo is not surprised to discover that Cain's original plan to lead the Cylon task force away from the Colonial Fleet was never actually going to happen, and that instead he'd be going after Baltar's hide, the human traitor currently protected by his three Cylon Basestars.

As an unbelievable wave of enemy shops begins its approach to the Pegasus, Apollo shares his concerns that many brave young pilots won't survive such a head-on punch through of the Cylon armada, but Cain, whom Apollo once admired for his supreme battle tactics and courage, remains resilient in his new strategy, which will ultimately succeed, but not before any non essential personnel and wounded (including Bojay) are evacuated by shuttles to the Galactica...

A memorable scene well played onscreen by Lloyd Bridges and Richard Hatch,

'MISSION' AT 45: THAT 'OTHER' BATTLESTAR!

The Pegasus is unleashed on the Cylons!

"I really think you should take a look at the other Battlestar!"

The Cylon Raider pilot's words seemingly fall on Baltar's deaf ears for a few centons. He's too busy watching what he thinks is the last Battlestar, Galactica's, destruction. Now, unbelievably, and certainly no optical illusion, a second Battlestar, of unknown name and origin so far, is heading his way at ramming speed, of which Baltar's Raider only just escapes the keen sights of its weaponry crosshairs.

"Turn you fool, turn!"

Baltar's Raider narrowly escapes...

With new Vipers sounding the battle charge!

And with fully fuelled Viper fighter wings charging towards them also, Baltar knows that his planned 'rout' and 'humiliation' of the enemy is over as he sounds the retreat for his once overwhelming forces...

 

'MISSION' AT 45: INTRODUCING THE LEGENDARY 'PEGASUS'!

Bold warriors need bold Battlestars from which to fight, and none could be better in terms of ongoing warfare against the Cylon menace than the trusty Pegasus, a vessel that has been involved in some of Colonial history's greatest conflicts and resolutely survived them all alongside its feared and noted Commander Cain. The rumours of their demise at the Battle of Molocay, prior to the near destruction of humanity, would prove greatly exaggerated indeed...

Two Battlestars' reunited!

If ever an extra spark of morale building hope was needed for the Galactica and its constantly pursued Rag-Tag Fleet, then the return of Cain and the Pegasus is it! 

'MISSION GALACTICA' AT 41: A CLASH OF HEROES...

When it comes to incredible, nay near suicidal attack plans that always miraculously seem to pull themselves off, Commander Cain's reputation is secure and legendary. But try telling that to a worried Captain Apollo, conferring with 'The Living Legend' on his latest attempt to divert a Cylon Killer Force away from the Colonial Fleet, in this memorable scene presented in Mission Galactica: The Cylon Attack.

CLASSIC IMAGE: UNITED IN DEFENCE!

She's been on her own a long time in her duty to protecting the last remnants of humanity trailing in her mighty wake, but the Galactica now has help for a time. Help and power in the form of the equally formidable Battlestar Pegasus, under the dedicated leadership of the legendary Commander Cain, in this nice moment from the Part One conclusion to The Living Legend.

CLASSIC IMAGE: THE 'OTHER BATTLESTAR'!

Inside his personal Cylon Raider, Baltar truly gets the shock of his life when he sees the return of the presumed destroyed Battlestar Pegasus, in a classic scene from part one's end to The Living Legend.

CLASSIC IMAGE: "LET'S GET THERE!"

Wearing the ultimate intergalactic poker face, nothing will deter the formidable Commander Cain and his Battlestar Pegasus in their mission to destroy Baltar's Cylon Basestar, not even the two enemy ships now closing on them in order to protect their leader, in this scene from The Living Legend, Part Two.

CLASSIC ART: SHEBA'S JOURNEY!

Some lovely comic cover art showcasing Anne Lockhart's gorgeous Sheba, from her journey on the Battlestar Pegasus, alongside her beloved father in Commander Cain, to her new life aboard the Galactica, and a later romance with Captain Apollo.

If anyone knows the artist, please get in touch.

CLASSIC IMAGE: A LEGENDARY BATTLESTAR

A close-in look at the formidable, always battle-ready Battlestar Pegasus near its landing bay, soon ready to launch the Silver Spar Squadron of Vipers on a special mission, headed by Commander Cain himself, during The Living Legend Part One.

CLASSIC IMAGE: "THEY'RE HUMAN!"

Believing she had a Cylon kill ready, Pegasus Silver Spar group leader Sheba is quickly surprised to discover Apollo and Starbuck's viper patrol, during the exciting start of The Living Legend.

CLASSIC IMAGE: "SHE MISSED ONE. THE CYLON DIDN'T!"

In the Pegasus's cramped Life Station area, Cassiopeia and the Battlestar's medical doctors tend to the injured Sheba, watched by a concerned Starbuck, Apollo and Commander Cain, in a tense scene from The Living Legend part two.

CLASSIC IMAGE: CAIN'S DAUGHTER!

Anne Lockhart looks as lovely as ever in her early promotional image as Silver Spar Squadron's bold Viper pilot leader, Sheba, soon to be a firm fixture of the Galactica's Blue Squadron after the Battle of Gamoray, as seen in the epic two-parter The Living Legend.

▶ Deleted Sheba and Apollo Scene Living Legend BSG Classic - YouTube

SUPERBABES STATION: SUPERBABE 61: ANNE LOCKHART

CLASSIC IMAGE: QUEEN SHEBA OF PEGASUS!

A terrific mid-season addition to the Classic Series, the lovely Anne Lockhart made for a sexy and brave heroine, Lt. Sheba of the Battlestar Pegasus, from the two-parter The Living Legend onwards. A regular guest star in Glen A. Larson productions, including Buck Rogers, Lockhart had originally been offered the role of Athena in the pilot, but turned it down as the role hadn't been fully developed at that time to the point where she wanted to commit. When the new role of Sheba came along a while later, Lockhart didn't hesitate in joining the series-lucky for us.

CLASSIC ART: BOJAY BLASTS BACK!

Normally associated for his super STAR WARS art work, the ever talented Matt Busch also did this brilliant 2000 Galactica classic series piece of the Pegasus's top Colonial Warrior, Bojay (played by Jack Stauffer), who was introduced to the series in the two-parter The Living Legend.

Terrific work, Matt. The art is available to purchase here: Comic Art For Sale from RomitaMan Original Art, Battlestar Galactica Gallery Special Pinup (2000). by Comic Artist(s) Matt Busch

Check out Matt's site here: The Rock Star of Illustration - Real Detroit Weekly

Check out Jack Stauffer's official page here: Welcome to Jack Stauffer.com