First Post= WAREHOUSE 13

So my first post as a science fiction blogger is about the amazing masterpiece that is Warehouse 13. (be aware that this blog will have spoilers. Read at your own risk)

Warehouse 13 is a steam-punk styled science fiction show that airs on the Syfy channel. Here is a short description of the show from Syfy.com

"After saving the life of the President, two Secret Service agents find themselves abruptly transferred to Warehouse 13 -- a massive, top-secret storage facility in windswept South Dakota that houses every strange artifact, mysterious relic, fantastical object and supernatural souvenir ever collected by the U.S. government. The Warehouse's caretaker Artie (Saul Rubinek) charges Pete (Eddie McClintock) and Myka (Joanne Kelly) with chasing down reports of supernatural and paranormal activity in search of new objects to cache at the Warehouse, as well as helping him to control the warehouse, itself."

 Let me take a second to talk about my favorite aspect of this show that makes it differ from every other show, the relationship between the characters. Usually in a show with a female and male main character there is that sexual tension where you know the creators want them to eventually get together. In Warehouse 13, Pete and Myka have a completely brother and sister relationship. They bicker about almost everything but still deeply care for each other in a completely platonic way and you can tell that the writers etc don't want them to end up being a couple. They even go out and date other people and there is no jealously between them. Artie is the father figure to the whole group. He cares deeply for everyone under his charge but is also stern and disciplines them when needed. Claudia Donovan is the spunky little sister of the group. To Artie she is the baby, who he has to constantly watch over and fix her mistakes. Pete and Claudia relate on the same level because they have similar personality types. Pete gets to act like a teenager around Claudia and not be judged by it. Myka and Claudia's relationship hasn't been able to develop a lot until recently. Myka is kind of a mother/sister figure to Claudia. She cares about her and wants to put her on the right path (send her to college etc) but they still have that light relationship that a sister would have. Mrs. Frederick is kind of like the scary Aunt that comes to visit once a year at the most inopportune times. She seems to care for Artie and those under his charge and helps give them a push in the right direction. I'm not quiet sure what Leena's relationship to everyone is. She doesn't have a lot of one on one scenes with the characters and no offense but she is my least favorite character. I am not sure what her purpose is on the show...


Along with the relationships, the element of steampunk used in the technology and sets of Warehouse 13 are breathtaking, the farnsworth and the tesla being the most widely used pieces of steampunk technology in the show. I'd have to say Claudia's Farnsworth is my favorite because it looks so much more badass then all the other farnsworths. I'm also in love with Artie's computer with the old typewriter looking keyboard and such. Also just the layout of the warehouse and everything in it is steampunk style.

For all those people who say this show has been done before... explain to me how? Where has a science fiction show brought history, comedy, drama, adventure, perfectly portrayed platonic relationships, and steampunk into one show? Also now with the recent crossover of Eureka and Warehouse 13, they have just expanded their universe and there is so much they could do with the vast array of characters and scenarios in each show. I think they could do so much with the vast universe they just opened up.

The show is currently in it's second season and I'm hoping it has a lot more in store for it. I feel like this show has so many great directions it can go. If there was something I would like to see on the show it would probably be a Claudia centered episode. She is my favorite character and I would love to learn more about her past, like how her parents died and what happened in the mental institution, and put her into a situation where she has to do something she wouldn't normally do. She brings a great balance to the show. Even during a serious situation she knows how to make you laugh and she is always wearing an amazing outfit (so props to the costume designers)
Sort of on that note I am excited for the Pete and Myka body switching episode premiering next week. Body Switching episodes are always hilarious and this one should be interesting since they are complete opposites. it will be fun to see the actors try to plays each other as it were because the actors are actually very similar to their characters in real life.

Anyway if you haven't already definitely check this show out it is worth watching. It gets "Gold stars all around."

Until next time! :]

Hannah, Out.