But I do have frequent huge issues with the ethics, decision-making, and actions of the canon characters. Especially Weir.

As do I.

This is such a painful story. I think there might be a way of salvaging the expedition even at the point you ended at, but ... it would be very difficult and would call for some big changes in command and command structure.

Yeah. I think it would at least cost Weir her position. I used to be afraid of a Marine Colonel like Everett being in charge. Now I'm not so sure anymore that that would be worse than the present!

Thanks for the thoughtful and thought-provoking story. ::thinks hard about story premises and repercussions:: I hope you're able to hold on to/rediscover your SGA love.

I'm glad it led you back to the events of "Critical Mass" - and of course that you liked it! *g*

Now all depends on Season 3...