Galactiquest

Self-Published

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Description

(Episodic Sci-Fi Slice of Life)

Bad press calls for desperate measures. For the Interstellar Forces, sending a small crew to Neptune was the bet they were willing to make - at the risk of losing what little respect they have left (and maybe some lives).

A roll of dice and a lack of options led to the selection of theCelestion-5’screw, a collection of inexperienced astronauts ranging from space-loving dreamers to cynics only in it for the money.

It’s them against the universe, and their odds are a gamble at best. Learning how to live together can only help. Though with the crew’s pervasive personal problems, that might be the real journey.

Information

Status: Hiatus
Year: 2021
Author: bulgariansumo

Royal Road Stats

Rating: 4.4/ 5.0
Followers: 29
Views: 54,153

Chapters(106 total)

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Community Reviews(7)

EmViRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
[Overall]: 5/5
I liked what I read of Galactiquest and felt that the use of illustrations throughout the story gave it a little extra spice. The illustration style reminded me of comfy cartoons that I used to watch when I was younger, and the comfy vibes in the first few chapters that I read through were immaculate as well. There is little that I can complain about in terms of this story other than the story doesn’t mesh with my own subjective tastes (which isn’t to say it is bad at all, it’s pretty good!), but I do kind of feel like I’m probably not the target demographic for this story. I’ll probably come back to it later and consume it in pieces.
[Style]: 4.5/5
The style is rather unique and refreshing when compared to some of the darker fictions that seem to populate a good deal of stories here. It’s nice to read a story that just has a really cozy vibe to it. That said, I did deduct half a star on this score section because I felt that in the first four chapters there wasn’t much of a ‘hook’ to captivate me. The trip to Neptune and the fact that the crew seems pretty hodge-podge piques my curiosity slightly, but I didn’t feel like I absolutely had to know what was going to come next. Again, this isn’t to say it is bad by any means, this is just a subjective thing for me as it isn’t the kind of thing which I would normally read by any means. I think Slice of Life is great if it is executed well, and I think Galactiquest in its first four chapters executes it decently enough. The half-star deduction is mostly because I don’t really feel compelled to sit down and binge read it, but at the same time I can easily see myself coming back and reading a chapter or two here and there. With that said, seven chapters of basically set up felt, at times, kind of slow with the tour of the ship occupying more or less two of those chapters. It feels like a lot is frontloaded, which can be good and bad. It’s good if we don’t really have to worry about learning this information
BeverlyyRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Don't know how this work isn't higher. I guess this just emphasises the point that RR really has a niche for a slim amount of genres (being 2, arguably 1).
Yeah this is pretty good stuff. I thought there would have been more art in every chapter but this is fine too. Honestly I recommend the author trying to turn this into a cartoon on YouTube or something.
Technical things: Yeah, some typos, but generally the lines are very smooth. Style is nice and easy. Characters are amazing. Probably the best feature; and this is also why I recommend an animated series as opposed to just a book format. And I mean a professionally made one.
I don't think I've read (or seen) anything like this before. It's definitely underappreciated.
Pianos In The Evening SunRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Galactiquest is a fabulous and futuristic take on the space serial genre with a throwback to retro space anime too. A young, innocent, buck toothed, starry eyed (in the metaphorical and literal sense, if you take the wonderful art into account) ranger named Leon joins a space crew with several highly unique (and well designed, seriously the art for this series kicks ass!) characters in this colorful cast. Sky high hi-jinx ensues aboard the space cruiser as Leon encounters the charming but very absent minded Emil, the so-timid-and-shy-she-just-might-float-away Mia and the boisterous and exuberant weight lifter Roxie. All of the characters are brimming with life and there's even an antagonistic bully that Leon is housed with, which adds a bit of drama to this slice of life plot!
Story wise, this is a great opening arc and quality example of the slice of life genre. We get to know the wacky cast and their quirks. It's very sweet, pleasant but not without conflicts that may not be the size of a supernova (yet!) but deal with some compelling issues between the casts personalities. Leon's friendly, outgoing personality causes some trouble for a fellow crewmate and he's forced to right the wrong in a mature and kind way. As mentioned, he also deals with a bully who he will be rooming with and that, for anyone who's ever been to college, is a very relatable situation.
The style is spot on for the genre and classy and cute pictures accompany each chapter. This art makes me very believe very strongly the author could get their cozy story on Cartoon Network if they really wanted.
Spelling and grammar is all perfect. I detected no cosmic debris at all!
In short, the first arc I've read of Galactiquest is a perfect example of how to do the slice of life genre right. In the introduction arc, the stakes currently aren't high, but the characters interact in ways that create micro conflicts perfect for the genre. This story is very cozy and relaxing and restores my faith in humanit
Wandering Brain SpasmRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
It truly is a little slice of heaven (space maybe?). For those of you that have comfort shows that you find yourself returning to over and over again, Galactiquest has a similar vibe. At the same time, you can tell there is more going on under the surface and I’m eagerly waiting for the antics to start.
Style: The style flows really well and so far has a very laid back approach. The prose is quirky, fun, and the author manages to paint a vivid image of what is going on without giving too much away.
Story: I’m still in the initial introduction of where the storyline is headed, but the subtle hints of suspicion and intrigue tell me that this motley crew is in for some good times.
Grammar: The grammar is incredible. A lot of attention has been given to keeping it fresh and incredibly well polished. The author does have a tendency for dropping a lot of ellipses (...) but I think it plays it into the style and works.
Character: So far, this is where the story really shines. You get an incredible variety of cast, each with their own quirks and personalities. The main character, Leon, is upbeat, positive, and a bit naive. The latter trait makes what is going on around him more entertaining because you, as the reader, get to catch the social interactions that fly completely over his head.
Overall, Galactiquest has been such a welcomed break from the monotony of litRPG. If you’re looking for something that has heart, a chill vibe, and is ready to throw a great cast into ridiculous situations, give it a read!
VRHolmesRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
This kind of story isn't usually in my wheelhouse, I admit, but I find it's nice to slow down every once in a while and take in the scenery. That's what Galactiquest does: it follows some very lovable characters as they begin their intrepid voyage into space. It spends the first ten chapters introducing us to those characters, so you know what's going to be driving this forward. If I had to pick a sci-fi to compare it to, I'd loosely go with works by Becky Chambers. It veers off from your typical plot-heaviness that often goes with Science Fiction, but that can be a good thing. It's fresh.
Style Score:
I really enjoyed the style. As I said, it's lighter fare, but it's competently written with some good use of visuals. The cartoons peppered throughout also do a lot for the general vibe. It's clean and clear-cut and easy to understand, without getting bogged down in the specifics. If I had to pick one thing to nit pick, it would be describing characters by their physical features rather than their names: sometimes that got a bit confusing. I would recommend just using the given names a bit more to outweigh 'the blond,' 'the brunette,' 'the redhead,' etc.
Grammar Score:
Really good grammar. Very few errors here, so not much to comment on.
Story Score:
As I said, this one is pretty slice of life. That means it's slower moving, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. It's going for a concept, and it's executing that concept really well. I have no doubt that by the time the characters are in peril, the readers will certainly care about them.
Character Score:
The story's strength. They're very lovable, as I said, especially the MC, who's got that wide-eyed wonder thing going for him. He's the kind of guy you want to protect with bubblewrap, and you hope that things go well for him, because he's a squishy little bean that deserves to be happy.
All in all, very good execution! I encourage the author to continue.
BullerRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
While it isnt that overused, I still feel the author uses ... a bit much. On average it's done in a good balance. However, when it's getting used, there is no limit on how much it will be used. Two or three within a few sentences has been seen. Might not seem that serious, and it really isn't, but it brought some mild annoyance.
Style is otherwise nice enough. Not the greatest in the world but not the worst either. 4/5 from me.
DiValldiRoyal Road
★★★★ 3.5
Pop a cold one open, as the author will lead you on a star journey to the vibe of chilled-out cosmos, and big dreams, standing just barely outside Leon's reach. You will see how they come one step closer to him, and he will infect you with his enthusiasm until the very end.
The style is smooth and makes you swim through the story without any major hiccup. Just remember that chill vibe might hide a mystery or two, and you might be able to spot them if you look close enough.
I can't say much about grammar, as I’m no expert in this field, but I like to hold my flow while reading and I’m happy to say that the quality of writing didn’t disturb my flow.
Story-wise, this is an interlude to something bigger. That's why the short-story tag got me a bit confused. I believe that bulgariansumo, has a twist in out there somewhere that only waits to be unveiled. Sadly, it stays a bit outside my reach. Don’t get me wrong, as this story is fine, afternoon read, it just requires a bit more perseverance to get to the good parts.
Characters in the story are an odd bunch, but it’s positive kind of odd. Only the fact that the group resembles each other too much stops me from scoring them higher. They are people just like you or me with their own quirks and virtues, but for a short story that was not enough to connect. Mind me, I’m not the most connected one out there, so in the end it will be all up to you to decide.
Give this one a shoot, it will smooth out your mood, and if you decide to stay long enough you might just be lucky enough to find something more.