The Expanse TV Series 2017

This show is already in its second season, and the reason I haven't really written about it before was because its development was a bit slow paced for me. In a nut shell, season one was about the discovery of the Proto molecule - the first evidence of life that wasn't of earthly origin.

This show is the closest thing sci-fi fans have to a Star Trek like series nowadays. And so far, mankind has only been able to colonize Earth, Mars, and some parts of the Asteroid Belt. But mankind has been split into three factions, each trying to gain an advantage over the other, and the Proto molecule might just be the key in terms of building a superior military force. Some scientists have tried to merge humans with the alien tech to try and create new soldiers. But, me thinks working with alien tech is a bad idea. Predictions: the human factions might have to unite as one to beat this alien threat.

If you enjoy politics in a sci-fi series, this show sure has plenty of that. There haven't really been any mind blowing technologies featured on the show that geeks and nerds haven't seen on Star Trek or in movies like Iron Man or the X-men. It would be cool if they would feature mechanized suits that could help battle the alien threat. So far, their weapons and suits are more ala Mass Effect or Star Ship Troopers. But I guess the creators of the show are trying to be realistic with the tech humans can achieve.

One of the logos on the show kind of reminds me of the Federation logo. I guess if other alien species were to appear on the show, that would kind of make it cheesy like Defiance. Maybe for later seasons, but for now, a human focused show is actually a working formula for me.

It's also good that the ship's crew is kind of in flux at the moment. It reminds me of how the Voyager crew was formed. I have a feeling the big Aussie-accented Martian woman will become part of the crew at some point. Might even be a love-interest for Amos. And it sure wouldn't hurt to add a blond girl at some point.

And a big thank you for killing off the detective character. I didn't think he was actually of help to the show. And right now, the potty-mouthed female ambassador is the most interesting character for me. She should always have some kind of ace up her sleeve to show just how good of a strategist she is.