Beyond the Belt - Season 1
Episode Summery
Someone always has to mind the ship while the big dogs are away hunting. This week we meet Charlie Squad on the DSCM Protector. Led by their veteran squal leader, known to all as “Bingo",” the squad is the alst line of defense on the ship. While always at the ready, Charlie Squad regularly finds themselves in the position of being prepared for action, but rarely being needed. Today they would experience much the same, and although they itch to get in on the action, they hope that they are once again not needed.
Character Profiles
James “Bingo" Washington
James “Bingo” Washington is a decorated Squad Leader in the Deep Space Colonial Marines (DSCM) assigned currently to Charlie Squad aboard the DSCM Protector and tasked with patrolling Sector 7 in the Outer Rim Territories. “Bingo” was a graduate of the Mars Colonial Marines Academy, and served three tours at the Lunar Defense Command (LDC) prior to being assigned to the DSCM Protector. Often discussed as a rising star in the Colonial Marines, he has been held back from recent promotion because of his lack of combat experience. He is a well-liked figure on the ship, and his squad is intensely loyal to him.
JESS
“Jess” is the DSCM Protector’s onboard Artificial Intelligence Computer System. THe technology was first developed by the DSCM for use in deep space exploration probes, and later modified for use in military transport vehicles, patrol vessels, and warships. “Jess” is a part of the line of 5th generation AI systems, and has an excellent safety record. In her Colonial Marine duties onboard the Protector, she is responsible for monitoring all ships systems, communication with crew members, and assists in the coordination of military units when actively deployed.
Full Episode Cast
James “Bingo” Washington - Voiced by TwisterHD
”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop
Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.
Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.
Trumpet soloist - Kate Amrine