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The Portal Weapon In Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Is A Wild New Addition To The Universe

In the first episode of the new season of " Star Trek: Picard ," Raffi (Michelle Hurd), while working for a mysterious, faceless contact within Starfleet, is attempting to locate dangerous stolen technology that can be used as a massively destructive weapon. Raffi catches wind of where the weapon will be used but arrives moments too late to stop it. She watches in horror as the Starfleet recruitment building — the entire massive structure — is sucked into a mysterious portal that is instantaneously formed below it. An exit portal then appears about a mile up and a few miles over, and the building crashes to the ground, crushing its own next-door neighbors. 

The practical implications for portal technology will, of course, be immediately evident to anyone who has ever played the 2007 video game "Portal." That game was predicated on making magical doorways through which the player would pass in order to surmount increasingly complex physics and maze puzzles. If one could form an entrance portal in front of them, and then an exit portal on a platform above, one could easily traverse the world. 

Generally speaking, the relationship "Star Trek" has with technology is very positive. Starships allow people to travel the cosmos, replicators have essentially ended hunger, and transporters allow people to visit alien worlds. But often, when new technologies are introduced into "Star Trek," ethical concerns are immediately raised. What, for instance, is a building-size portal-maker really for besides transporting entire buildings a mile into the air and then dropping them? Characters speak often about how certain machines could handily be weaponized. 

A portal gun is weaponized spectacularly and will boggle the average Trekkie's mind.

Later in the series, a mysterious villain named Vadic ( Amanda Plummer ) who pilots a talon-like ship called the Shrike will reveal that she has been controlling the portal weapon, and will happily demonstrate how functional it can serve in ship-to-ship combat. When her prey attempts to flee, for instance, she can project a portal in front of it, redirecting them directly in front of her ship again. If she's fast enough on the draw, she can open a portal in front of a photon torpedo, forcing it directly back at her attacker. The uses of the portal weapon are limited, it seems, only by the imagination and ruthlessness of its wielder. 

To idly postulate, one could open a portal right next to a sun's cornea, position its exit next to a ship, or even a planet, and blast either with unbelievable solar energy. One could open a portal in front of a ship, and arrange its exit immediately behind, allowing a ship to rear-end itself. One could fire a ship's phasers or photon torpedoes into a portal, and arrange its exit inside a ship, or even inside a deep basement somewhere, essentially committing acts of terrorism from space. The building-dropping maneuver is plenty creatively destructive as is. 

Because of these weaponized uses, it's clear why portal technology has been banned and hidden away from Starfleet at large. Yes, the portal tech could make rescue and transportation that much swifter, perhaps being used to evacuate thousands of people at once from dangerous situations. It would also give researchers a chance to, say, scan dangerous spatial phenomena from a safe distance. Just open a portal and scan away. But until a portal cannot be used as a weapon, then perhaps wait to use it.

The ramifications of technology

While weapons and ships' armaments are regularly discussed on "Star Trek," a starship's ability to overpower another in combat is rarely the point of the franchise. It's going to be extremely uncommon for a "Star Trek" story — at least outside of feature films — to end with a show of battlefield might. As such, every new piece of tech is often examined for its ethical boundaries before being installed in a starship. Could one use the Enterprise computers to create sentient holographic geniuses whenever a situation called for an expert? Perhaps, but isn't now deleting that program considered murder? "Star Trek" typically steps forward tentatively. Portal-making tech is cool and all, but, well, Vadic is showing why ships don't have it. 

This may be why " Star Trek: Discovery " still possesses one fundamentally frustrating element. The USS Discovery has discovered that the entire galaxy is populated by an unthinkably vast network of microscopic interdimensional spores. By tying the ship's engines into this network, the Discovery can essentially pass through an alternate dimension and reappear anywhere in the galaxy. Zip, pop, they're there. 

Not only does this remove the trekking part from "Star Trek," but the implications of such technology are staggering. Borders would become meaningless if ships could simply be anywhere on a whim. Space would no longer be vast, trade would be instantaneous, and combat would vanish. Why destroy other ships if you can teleport away? Or teleport to their homeworld, drop a bomb, and flee before being detected? "Discovery," sadly, never wrestles with its own teleportation technology, using it as a narrative excuse to not write scenes on board the ship. 

The portal tech in "Picard" is seen as horrendous and devastating. It's cool, but it's also terrifying.

The Portal Weapon In Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Is A Wild New Addition To The Universe

In the first episode of the new season of "Star Trek: Picard," Raffi (Michelle Hurd), while working for a mysterious, faceless contact within Starfleet, is attempting to locate dangerous stolen technology that can be used as a massively destructive weapon. Raffi catches wind of where the weapon will be used but arrives moments too late to stop it. She watches in horror as the Starfleet recruitment building -- the entire massive structure -- is sucked into a mysterious portal that is instantaneously formed below it. An exit portal then appears about a mile up and a few miles over, and the building crashes to the ground, crushing its own next-door neighbors. The practical implications for portal technology will, of course, be immediately evident to anyone who has ever played the 2007 video game "Portal." That game was predicated on making magical doorways through which the player would pass in order to surmount increasingly complex physics and maze puzzles. If one could form an entrance portal in front of them, and then an exit portal on a platform above, one could easily traverse the world. Generally speaking, the relationship "Star Trek" has with technology is very positive. Starships allow people to travel the cosmos, replicators have essentially ended hunger, and transporters allow people to visit alien worlds. But often, when new technologies are introduced into "Star Trek," ethical concerns are immediately raised. What, for instance, is a building-size portal-maker really for besides transporting entire buildings a mile into the air and then dropping them? Characters speak often about how certain machines could handily be weaponized. A portal gun is weaponized spectacularly and will boggle the average Trekkie's mind.The ShrikeLater in the series, a mysterious villain named Vadic (Amanda Plummer) who pilots a talon-like ship called the Shrike will reveal that she has been controlling the portal weapon, and will happily demonstrate how functional it can serve in ship-to-ship combat. When her prey attempts to flee, for instance, she can project a portal in front of it, redirecting them directly in front of her ship again. If she's fast enough on the draw, she can open a portal in front of a photon torpedo, forcing it directly back at her attacker. The uses of the portal weapon are limited, it seems, only by the imagination and ruthlessness of its wielder. To idly postulate, one could open a portal right next to a sun's cornea, position its exit next to a ship, or even a planet, and blast either with unbelievable solar energy. One could open a portal in front of a ship, and arrange its exit immediately behind, allowing a ship to rear-end itself. One could fire a ship's phasers or photon torpedoes into a portal, and arrange its exit inside a ship, or even inside a deep basement somewhere, essentially committing acts of terrorism from space. The building-dropping maneuver is plenty creatively destructive as is. Because of these weaponized uses, it's clear why portal technology has been banned and hidden away from Starfleet at large. Yes, the portal tech could make rescue and transportation that much swifter, perhaps being used to evacuate thousands of people at once from dangerous situations. It would also give researchers a chance to, say, scan dangerous spatial phenomena from a safe distance. Just open a portal and scan away. But until a portal cannot be used as a weapon, then perhaps wait to use it.The Ramifications Of TechnologyWhile weapons and ships' armaments are regularly discussed on "Star Trek," a starship's ability to overpower another in combat is rarely the point of the franchise. It's going to be extremely uncommon for a "Star Trek" story — at least outside of feature films -- to end with a show of battlefield might. As such, every new piece of tech is often examined for its ethical boundaries before being installed in a starship. Could one use the Enterprise computers to create sentient holographic geniuses whenever a situation called for an expert? Perhaps, but isn't now deleting that program considered murder? "Star Trek" typically steps forward tentatively. Portal-making tech is cool and all, but, well, Vadic is showing why ships don't have it. This may be why "Star Trek: Discovery" still possesses one fundamentally frustrating element. The USS Discovery has discovered that the entire galaxy is populated by an unthinkably vast network of microscopic interdimensional spores. By tying the ship's engines into this network, the Discovery can essentially pass through an alternate dimension and reappear anywhere in the galaxy. Zip, pop, they're there. Not only does this remove the trekking part from "Star Trek," but the implications of such technology are staggering. Borders would become meaningless if ships could simply be anywhere on a whim. Space would no longer be vast, trade would be instantaneous, and combat would vanish. Why destroy other ships if you can teleport away? Or teleport to their homeworld, drop a bomb, and flee before being detected? "Discovery," sadly, never wrestles with its own teleportation technology, using it as a narrative excuse to not write scenes on board the ship. The portal tech in "Picard" is seen as horrendous and devastating. It's cool, but it's also terrifying.Read this next: The Strongest Star Trek Villains RankedThe post The Portal Weapon in Star Trek: Picard Season 3 is a Wild New Addition to the Universe appeared first on /Film.

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RECAP | Star Trek: Picard 301 – The Next Generation

Trust no one.

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In the Season 3 premiere episode of Star Trek: Picard , “ The Next Generation ,” after receiving a cryptic, urgent distress call from Dr. Beverly Crusher, Admiral Jean-Luc Picard enlists help from generations old and new to embark on one final adventure — a daring mission that will change Starfleet, and his old crew forever.

• Dr. Beverly Crusher
• Jean-Luc Picard
• William Riker
• Raffi Musiker
• Seven of Nine (Annika Hansen)
• Sidney La Forge
• Unidentified Eleos crewman

• S.S. Eleos XII — medical ship
• Château Picard
• 10 Forward Bar, Los Angeles, Earth
• M’Talas Prime (planet)
• U.S.S. Titan -A
• The Ryton system

In the 25th Century, aboard the small non-Federation medical ship Eleos XII , an old batch of Jean-Luc Picard ’s Captain’s logs* play in the background. Dr. Beverly Crusher is violently awoken as her ship shakes triggering alarms — there’s a security breach and they’ve sustained hull damage. Beverly anticipates the unauthorized boarding as she seals her crew mate away from the fray. She eliminates two threatening invaders, but not without serious injury to herself. As Eleos detects another incoming vessel, Beverly prepares a coded subspace transmission.

In his library at home, Picard and Laris admire an oil painting of the Enterprise-D as other precious mementos are being packed away for storage. Picard plans to accompany Laris to Chaltok-IV; while she’s setting up diplomatic security for the Romulan Free State, he’ll be sipping Saurian Brandy and working on his memoir. Laris understands how important his past, along with these mementos and memories, mean to Picard; “The past matters, and that’s okay.” But Picard reassures her that he’s not a man who cares about legacy; he wants a new adventure.

Alone in his study, Picard suddenly hears three successive chirps from a device. Rummaging through his packed belongings, he finds the source of the alerts — his old communicator underneath his uniform from his time as captain aboard the Enterprise-D .

There’s an encrypted long-range transmission via a subspace frequency, containing an uncommon codec, and requires a passcode. Recalling the Myriad codec, Picard receives Beverly’s recorded video message:

Admiral Picard, I’m encoding this message with coordinates. Listen to me very carefully. Hellbird. Repeat: Hellbird. And Jean-Luc, no Starfleet. Trust no one.

Analyzing the coded message with Laris, they realize Beverly is clearly terrified and injured. However, Picard is perplexed as he hasn’t spoken to her in 20-some years. She had simply cut him out of her life along with their entire crew. Laris posits that he may be the only person Beverly can trust. He’ll have to answer her call for help; Laris will save him a seat at a bar on Chaltok IV where they can enjoy a sunset once he’s back.

Captain Will Riker waits for Picard at 10 Forward as the bar is crowded with souvenir starships for the upcoming Frontier Day celebration. Will is deflated when the bartender reveals there’s so many Enterprise-D ’s because, “no one wants those fat ones.” He clocks Picard’s somber mood as his former captain apologizes for taking him away from his family. However, Will notes that Deanna and Kestra welcome his absence.

Huddled over their whiskeys at the darkest table in the bar, Riker examines Beverly’s message on Picard’s PADD. He reminisces about the Myriad codec to the old days when they were worried their comms were compromised on Rigel VII. While he doesn’t recognize the word ‘Hellbird,’ Will explains that was a computer virus on the Enterprise when Picard was assimilated as Locutus the Borg .** The virus scrambled their navigational data and arbitrarily added “3” to every digit, now with Beverly’s coordinates updated, they have their new destination — the Ryton system, just outside of Federation Space. Will wants to know why Beverly cut them all out, but Picard states he needs a ship. Will smiles and believes they’re overdue for a “good old-fashioned road trip.”

Elsewhere, on M’Talas Prime, a hooded and out-of-sorts Raffi roams the street of the District Six underworld. An Orion calls her out for getting a hit two days in a row, to which Raffi pleads that she’s kicked out of Starfleet and is looking for a way back in. She asks her dealer for intel on the rumors of an experimental tech stolen from Daystrom Institute . If she can get that weapon before it falls into the wrong hands, she has her ticket back in to Starfleet. Spooked, her dealer takes her money, giving her a lead involving the “Red Lady,” before expressing he never wants to see her again. Leaving the alley, Raffi straightens out; it was an act. She taps her hidden communicator; the commander requests a debriefing with her superiors at Starfleet Intelligence. She hesitates but ultimately disposes of the drugs.

On a shuttle up to Spacedock, Riker fills Picard in on his ruse, to which the admiral expresses his concerns. Riker explains they’re just two highly ranked members of Starfleet doing a routine surprise inspection. Picard states that they’re risking court-martial and Will would lose everything that he’s ever worked for. He dismisses it; that’s only a concern if they’re caught. As they’re cleared to approach the starboard bay, Riker reveals that the U.S.S. Titan ’s Captain Shaw will need convincing in this ruse of theirs, but Picard should have no trouble with the First Officer…

Picard smiles at the sight of Commander Seven of Nine ; however, she corrects him to refer to her as Commander Annika Hansen – Shaw’s preference. He’s not there to greet them but requests their presence at dinner later. Seven tells them to lower any expectations they may have about him. While on the Bridge, they come across another friendly face — Sidney La Forge, Geordi ’s daughter, the ensign at the helm. Riker embarrasses her by recalling her Starfleet Academy nickname “Crash La Forge” in front of the crew.

Seven takes Picard and Riker to see Captain Liam Shaw in the Captain’s Mess. They enter to see Shaw has started on dinner without them. The Titan ’s captain is not impressed by their presence and rejects Picard’s bottle of wine from his vineyard. To further express his disdain, Shaw tells Riker that he had to purge all of his “bebop music” from the ship’s system when he took over before stating that the “inspection” will be boring for the likes of them. Riker explains it's just a routine inspection in advance of the Fleet exercises at Frontier Day. If it’s just run of the mill, they suggest changing course to the Ryton system, to which Shaw vehemently rejects. He recounts how he has kept the train running on time for the past five years and 36 missions, and reminds Picard that he’s retired and Riker that he’s a captain without a chair — the Titan ’s his now. Before exiting the mess, Shaw tells Hansen she has the conn and states that her loyalty is to this ship, and not to old friends and former ex-Borg.*** Picard worries that every moment they’re not heading towards the Ryton system, the danger to Beverly grows.

Aboard La Sirena , Raffi wistfully watches a video feed of her estranged son Gabe**** playing with his young daughter. Suddenly, an alarm chirps as she begins encrypted communications with Starfleet Intelligence regarding Operation: Daybreak. Raffi questions if her handler will show up this time, to which they respond that they’re here. She’s at a loss figuring out who or what the Red Lady is and re-requests a face-to-face with her handler. Denied. Exasperated, Raffi laments she’s been undercover for months trying to uncover who is behind the stolen tech at Daystrom Institute before it’s used to hurt people. Raffi doesn’t think her Intelligence handler understands how hard it is for her. As they pull up her psych profile, her handler states that they do; however, the stolen weapon is an act of war. She’s a warrior and she needs to find the Red Lady.

Back on the Titan , Sidney La Forge summons Picard and Riker to Observation where Seven is waiting for them. She demands to know what they’re conspiring, as Picard trusts her with their predicament. They received a distress call from an injured Dr. Beverly Crusher; however, she told them to trust no one, including Starfleet. Picard doesn’t want to jeopardize Seven’s career with Starfleet; he sees that she’s struggling within the system, but still believes she’s in the right place. Seven doesn’t understand how she can inspire and bring about change under the thumb of Shaw, forced to suppress all her instincts. Things were simpler when she was a Fenris ranger. Picard warmly asks her to let him know if she figures it out, as he never did.

Following Seven to the Bridge, they realized she had disobeyed Shaw’s orders. They’re now in the Ryton system. Seven states they’ve detected a vessel operating at the lowest possible power levels inside the nebula’s outermost edge. Unfortunately, the nebula is interfering with their ability to scan it for lifeforms. Understanding the gravity of her actions, she quickly tells the two elder statesmen they have mere minutes to commandeer an unguarded shuttle. Picard and Riker get away on the shuttle as Shaw wakes from his slumber. The Titan ’s captain requests a full report from his first officer.

Back on La Sirena , Raffi continues her search for the Red Lady. Believing it now to be a target, she pulls a list of upcoming events and discovers a dedication ceremony for a red bronze statue of Rachel Garrett ***** for Frontier Day at a Starfleet Recruiting Center in District Seven. As the ship takes off and Raffi tries to hail the recruitment center and warn them of an imminent attack, a quantum tunnel suddenly opens right under the recruiting center. Raffi watches in horror as the center vanishes into a rippling black hole. A portal opens above with the building reappearing, falling out of it towards the ground.

On a Titan shuttle, Riker and Picard approach the Eleos . Taking in the view of the nebula, our two pals reflect on how they spent half their lifetime chasing a view like this and using the other half missing the chase. As they scan Beverly’s ship, they clock major damage to the warp core, the ship’s systems running at half power, tons of exterior damage, and Beverly’s life signals are dangerously low. In addition to that, she’s not alone on that ship.

Boarding the Eleos , Picard and Riker assess the state of the ship as well as the residue from an obvious fight. As Picard discovers Beverly inside a medical stasis pod in the command bay, Riker is being held at phaser-point by an unknown person. Addressing the crew member, Picard reveals himself as Starfleet Admiral Jean-Luc Picard and the crewman’s hostage as Captain William Riker. Picard deduces the young gentleman as someone who cares deeply for Beverly as he must have helped her into the med pod; he should have realized Beverly would have never sent out a call for help across the galaxy only for herself. Disarmed by Riker, the young man identifies himself as Beverly’s son. Picard and Riker’s shock is short-lived as they’re suddenly shaken by the arrival of a looming, massive vessel. Beverly’s son explains they’re being hunted, and Picard and Riker have done a “piss-poor” job of saving anything as they’ve led the enemy straight to them…

*/**/*** “ The Best of Both Worlds , Parts I and II ” — Revisit this two-parter to understand Picard’s time as the Borg Locutus.

**** “ Stardust City Rag ” — Meet Raffi Musiker’s estranged son Gabe.

***** “ Yesterday’s Enterprise ” – Learn more about Rachel Garrett, captain of the U.S.S. Enterprise-C.

• “I Don’t Want to Set the World on Fire” – The Ink Spots
• “I Can’t Stop Crying” – Will Grove-White
• “Nocturne No. 2” – Chopin
• “If I Didn’t Care” – The Ink Spots

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Portal weapon

Portal weapon ejected from Shrike

The Titan passes through portals created by the weapon

The portal weapon was a device that created a pair of wormhole -like portals within a short distance of each other. Anything that entered the first portal would emerge from the second, which appeared after a short delay and could be precisely aimed for tactical effect. Because the weapon utilized gravimetric distortion , bringing it into close proximity to a gravity well was extremely dangerous. ( PIC : " Seventeen Seconds ", " No Win Scenario ")

The weapon was based on experimental quantum tunneling technology stolen from Daystrom Station by renegade Changelings in 2401 . Several months after the theft, it was used to destroy the Starfleet Recruitment center in District Seven on M'talas Prime , causing 117 casualties. ( PIC : " The Next Generation ", " Disengage ")

Meanwhile, the USS Titan -A also encountered the portal weapon during a battle with Vadic 's warship , the Shrike . The Shrike used portals to prevent the Titan from escaping the Ryton Nebula , and later to send a volley of photon torpedoes fired by the Titan back at the Federation starship , disabling it. Vadic was subsequently ordered by her superior to pursue the Titan into the gravity well at the center of the nebula , which necessitated that she jettison the portal system. ( PIC : " Seventeen Seconds ", " No Win Scenario ")

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New Roddenberry Site Offers Virtual USS Enterprise Bridge Tours, Including Ships From ‘Star Trek: Picard’

| April 27, 2023 | By: TrekMovie.com Staff 67 comments so far

Roddenberry Entertainment has been working with technology company OTOY on “The Roddenberry Archive” for the last few years with the goal of creating a digital archive of the work of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry. The initial focus of this project has been virtual recreations of Star Trek ships bearing the name USS Enterprise, and they have just launched a brand-new portal where you can tour the iconic bridges.

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The new free web portal includes many iterations of bridges for ships named Enterprise across Star Trek history. You can tour the different ships via a timeline and expand into each bridge for a 360-degree tour. In some cases, bridge details include working turbo lifts and consoles.

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The portal includes the new USS Enterprise-F and USS Enterprise-G from Star Trek: Picard .

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Season 3 of Star Trek: Picard did an update on Star Trek history, adding to the events of the movie Star Trek: Generations . This includes the saucer of the Enterprise-D being recovered from Veridian III and restored by Geordi La Forge at the Starfleet Museum. The new virtual tour reflects this update to Trek history.

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This includes a short video showing the recovery and a certain Vulcan visiting the grave of James T. Kirk on Veridian III.

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The Roddenberry Archive is a collaboration that involves a number of key figures in Star Trek history who helped build these iconic ships, including Denise and Michael Okuda, Doug Drexler, Daren Dochterman, and now Picard production designer Dave Blass. They are also getting help from Picard showrunner Terry Matalas, Star Trek star William Shatner, and Q himself, John de Lancie.

This introductory video narrated by de Lancie gives you a brief history of the USS Enterprise.

Another new video released today focuses on the USS Enterprise-D, with a history of the bridge design and details about the reconstruction for Star Trek: Picard .

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Here’s hoping we get the Rodenberry-Archive Vol 2 Blu-Ray then.

yes, please

The post Star Trek Generations video was very cool.

it was but also didn’t make much sense. Why would Spock have any memory of the Enterprise’s destruction over Genesis, and why would he be reflecting on that in TMP era? Weird. Technically awesome but weird

Spock probably didn’t see the Enterprise destroyed, but Kirk did. Could a Vulcan mindmeld with a dead human? Doubtful. He could with a resurrected one, though. Hmm.

Anyway, these videos do have a weird scattered memory vibe. It will be interesting to see what comes next.

Maybe because his Katra was in McCoy.

Oh, good point.

Exactly. Spock’s body did not witness anything but his Katra aka soul did via McCoy

Spock didn’t witness the destruction of the Enterprise but McCoy did. And they had a pretty in depth mind melt katra sharing session going on at Vulcan

Awesome they brought back Leonard Nimoy digitally. These, along with Yeoman Colt, would make great Short Treks.

As I understand it, that’s not a digital Nimoy, it’s an actor made to look like him with makeup and so forth. Whatever they did, it looks amazing.

It was an actor, then they put Nimoy’s face on it digitally. It’s not the actor’s face.

According to their website, it was makeup and prosthetics. There’s BTS pics you can find there.

Following the rabbit hole of Lawrence Selleck, that is one hell of an amazing transformation. I’m nearly speechless.

Yeah, if someone looks THAT much like Nimoy — dude, you’re Nimoy. :D

Lol, sure it’s not. Dude, trust your eyes and don’t overthink this.

There was a lot about this awhile back, the guy’s resemblance is amazing in b-t-s imagery. I think there was some digital sweetening that actually soured the look, because the imagery as I recall had a CG feel, whereas the guy just being shot looked like the real deal.

Interesting!

What has Colt?

Showing the sets of the Cage.

Someone from the original pilot and Yeoman Rand’s predecessor.

No, I knew who Colt is; I just wondered how she came up here.

Big shout out to the team who created the makeup and prosthetics for Spock. They’ve done amazing work.

TOS bridge, so sweet. Movie era bridge, awesome. Star Trek IV bridge, sooo good!! Colors, displays, function. Star Trek V/VI – probably the best (not sure why I like the white color scheme in IV). SNW best bridge ever? But TNG, Ent D,E,F… suddenly space is at a premium and they make no sense, walls of non function and/or stations way off that no one can communicate with the Captain. No wonder they need chairs for the shrink on the bridge after that. The TNG, I now think it would be soo funny if the carpet lit on fire, that’s got to happen in Lower Decks. The only thing on the F I like is those consoles getting some heads up displays, I guess that might work to make these far off stations useful and able to communicate with the Captain. Anyone shocked Shelby got phasered from the front as opposed to someone just walking in the door and shooting her in the back? All that wasted space with no function. Someone give the G a new bridge. Cool video with Spock. Though in the one scene where he recalls the Enterprise falling through the Genesis Planet atmosphere, pretty sure he should be wearing the red monster maroons (the best Trek uniforms!).

The various bridges we never saw- from Star Trek Is, Planet of the Titans, Phase II- all look really cool.

It would be cool if some of these came into canon.

In fact, with the 32nd century drawing in more mid-70s Space 1999 design language, some of these might work better there.

Roddenberry or paramount should buy the “stage 9” called simulation/recreation of the entire enterprise d interrior which was shut down by cbs years ago. Such a huge shame, this had so much potential and looked sooo accurate and photorealistic!

I think at least one developer from Stage 9 is working with Roddenberry on this project.

So when I met Shatner on the TOS bridge set recreation in Ticonderoga, NY for his 90th birthday celebration, I brought along my little 360 camera so that I could capture VR video of the legendary captain back in his chair. He and his PR team were so fascinated by the camera, and I implored them to consider doing a 360/VR production with Shatner while he’s still around, as a way to sort of immortalize the experience for future generations, since we really are on the cusp of creatunig truly immersive virtual worlds, but Shatner may not be around for much longer. I wonder if in some way my conversation with them was the spark for this project, because I really think it’s important work – future generations, I believe, will think of 2D video the same way we think of old, silent film. But with the leaps and bounds being taken by AI, not only will they be able to recreate the sets in some future virtual environment, but probably recreate the movies too as an interactive experience where you’re literally there. I am hoping I live to see the day when I can join Kirk and co as a member of the bridge on any one of their greatest adventures :)

I think this has been in development for quite awhile. One of the companies involved, Light Field Labs, was apparently already on the fringe of this project when I interviewed with them early in the pandemic, nearly three years back. Correction: it has been in the works much longer, see this old trekmovie story: https://trekmovie.com/2018/10/23/roddenberry-entertainment-joins-project-to-build-real-star-trek-like-holodeck/

Where is the season 2 TNG bridge and the versions from Yesterdays Enterprise, Parallels, All Good Things and Generations?

Hasten to add what was done is incredible to be sure!

There are definitely a few omissions to address.

Academy-award nominated production designer Tamara Deverell is responsible for the 1701 bridge as it appeared in Discovery S2, but the narration credits Jonathan Lee for both the Discovery and SNW versions.

Lee is responsible solely for the tweaked SNW version after the set was moved to a new, permanent soundstage.

Deverell made the effort to recreate the paint and plastic colours of the original, getting input from the 1701 recreation in NY state.

Really rather shabby omission given she’s the only woman head production designer in the history of the franchise.

I would expect the Official Archive to ensure these kinds of citations to be accurate.

Thanks for pointing this out, I’ll make sure it’s addressed on the website!

Thanks for your response.

I hope the voiceover on the video can be corrected though.

Deverell did the kind of deep dive work to recover the colours of the original, and deserves the same kind of acknowledgement that’s being given for the reproduction of the Enterprise D bridge.

This is documented in many articles from 2019. It raises genuine questions about blindspots and biases in the archive. Perhaps a featurette documenting the creation of the new 1701 bridge would address this.

See for example this from SyFy

https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/star-trek-discovery-designer-reveals-how-uss-enterprise-bridge-and-colors-returned?amp

Heh, these things take time, you know? Eventually, we plan on having all in there ;)

In the meantime, your video is out getting tens and hundreds of thousands of views falsely telling people that every major Trek production designer was male.

Don’t you see how a correction on a website and we’ll get to it when we get to it is not an adequate or appropriate correction for the kind of error that never should have happened?

It’s weird that they have complete bridges for seemingly small variations of some of the bridges, but the Enterprise D’s biggest changes, from Generations, aren’t represented.

That Generations short with Spock showing could use as post-credits or part of special features for a Generations Blu-Ray release.

Yeah that is incredible.

love the 360 bridge views, only wish they’d retconned the obvious CRT monitors on some of the sets

Considering they are working from a historic perspective, they should be faithful to the original.

If they were CRTs on set, then they’re CRTs. Same with the TNG consoles having visible screws. We’re recreating them as they were built. :)

Holy smokes. This is a lot of content. This is all shockingly amazing work.

I could enjoy this a lot more if they didn’t have to kill Stage 9 and other similar projects for it that I was frankly a lot more excited about

Not only is this not responsible for what happened to Stage 9, but also now several Stage 9 devs (including myself) are working on this full time!

Same. I was so excited about Stage 9. I kept up with it’s development since it started and couldn’t wait until it was complete just for it to dumped.

Hey what is 765874 ?!? I don’t suppose it could be a secret code to more of the Spock / Regeneration story. I want more!!

https://memory-beta.fandom.com/wiki/J._Mia_Colt

“ Her service number was 765874.”

Looks like a high-end “fan-film” coming down the Pike soon. Pun intended.

Oooohhh exciting. I don’t get why they didn’t have Colt in SNW honestly, or at least a cameo and then have her transfer. I mean she was in the Cage! Wow, good catch on Colt’s service #. Guess I am not the TOS fan I thought I was to not have considered that!

This all looks amazing. Spock on Veridian III wow! CGI has come so far today seeing the saucer section. And that Spock was on the mark.

But I truly love that video discussing the history of TNG and the E-D. It’s crazy a week ago I was watching that ship and bridge in live action again on an IMAX screen. Never thought we would see it again, much less in that format. TNG and the Enterprise D has been my home ship for 30 years now and I have to thank Terry Matalas and everyone responsible for bringing it back to all us fans! This is the happiest I been as a Trek fan in decades.

Thank you again.

Well said! 👍

It still doesn’t feel real they found a way to bring the D back in canon. It’s really surreal and definitely have Matalas to thank for it.

That scene with Spock was beautifully heartbreaking

This is the icing and the cake.

The Enterprise-G (aka Titan-A aka Stargazer) bridge set looks great when you can actually see it with the light on! I hope that if Legacy is green-lit, they turn the lights up on that bridge!

While the SNW bridge set is fun, it seems too busy.

Amazing. Wonderfully executed. All of the videos. (Although wonder why they would envision raising the D’s saucer with cables and not tractor beams, but whatever)

All very cool. I hope one day we get something in VR that’s as good or better than the Stage 9 recreation of the Enterprise D was. It’s such fun to be able to virtually tour those familiar sets. It was a great bonus feature to some of the old games too like Elite Force and The Fallen.

OTOY and Spock make-up BTS – https://home.otoy.com/roddenberryarchiveaug22/

I hope this portal is made available for vr headsets soon.

I’m really happy to see so much attention given to my favorite ship in the franchisee lately. The Enterprise D will probably always be my favorite although I love the E and A as well.

love all the content being created. hoping they add the generations enterprise-d refit bridge

This is awesome! But, bummed to not see the Defiant. I hope they can add other ships!

I can not find any Enterprise bridge archive on any on the links. Is it down?I can not find any Enterprise bridge archive on any on the links. Is it down?

Same here — it’s nowhere to be found :(

‘Star Trek’ Fans Can Now Virtually Tour Every Starship Enterprise Bridge

An interactive web portal explores the vessel’s evolution over nearly six decades

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For decades, many “ Star Trek ” fans have imagined what it would be like to work from the bridge of the starship  Enterprise , the long-running franchise’s high-tech space-exploring vessel. Through various iterations and seasons of the series, created by  Gene Roddenberry in the ’60s, the bridge has remained a constant, serving as the backdrop for many important moments in the show’s 800-plus episodes.

Now, die-hard Trekkies and casual watchers alike can virtually roam around the Enterprise’s bridge to their heart’s content, thanks to a sophisticated and highly detailed new  web portal that brings the space to life.

The site features 360-degree, 3D models of the various versions of the Enterprise , as well as a timeline of the ship’s evolution throughout the franchise’s history. Fans of the show can also read detailed information about each version of the ship’s design, its significance to the “Star Trek” storyline and its production backstory.

Developed in honor of the “Star Trek: Picard”  series finale , which dropped late last month on Paramount+, the portal is a collaboration between the Roddenberry Estate, the Roddenberry Archive and the technology company OTOY. A group of well-known “Star Trek” artists—including Denise and Michael Okuda , Daren Dochterman, Doug Drexler and Dave Blass—also supported the project.

“Through new technology, we can bring audiences back in time as if they were there on set during the making of ’Star Trek,’ providing a window into new dimensions of the ‘Star Trek’ universe,” says Jules Urbach, OTOY’s CEO, in a  statement .

The voice of the late actress  Majel Roddenberry , who played the Enterprise ’s computer for years, will be added to the site in the future. Gene Roddenberry  died in 1991 , followed by Majel Roddenberry  in 2008 ; the two had been married since 1969.

The portal’s creators also released a short video , narrated by actor  John de Lancie , exploring every version of the Enterprise ’s bridge to date, “from its inception in  Pato Guzman ’s 1964 sketches, through its portrayal across decades of TV shows and feature films, to its latest incarnation on the Enterprise-G , as revealed in the final episode of ‘ Star Trek: Picard ,’” per the video description. Accompanying video interviews with “Star Trek” cast and crew—including William Shatner , who played Captain Kirk in the original series, and Terry Matalas , a showrunner for “Star Trek: Picard”—also explore the series’ legacy.

The interactive, 3D bridge models contain a surprising level of detail, right down to the consoles and turbolifts. The site, however, has so far been hit or miss for users, suggesting that the team behind it may still be working out a few of the technical kinks, reports the  Verge ’s Sean Hollister. And as Kyle Barr writes for  Gizmodo , one big downside is that the models don’t contain any “Star Trek” characters, who he says are “the beating heart of the show and its ideals.”

“Sitting in the captain’s chair, with all the stations empty beside you,” he writes, “is enough to make one wistful.”

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Best Star Trek Books For Fans Of The Series

N avigating the vast universe of Star Trek literature can feel like being lost in the Delta Quadrant without a star map. With a franchise that has boldly gone where no one has gone before for over half a century, the sheer number of novels, reference books, and autobiographies can make even a Vulcan raise an eyebrow in perplexity.

Fear not, intrepid explorers of the written word! We've embarked on a mission to compile the ultimate guide to the best Star Trek books that are sure to engage your warp drive and take you on a journey through the final frontier. From the original series that started it all to the latest interstellar adventures, this article is your navigational beacon to the Star Trek books that deserve a spot on your bookshelf.

Star Trek Captains: The Autobiographies

Star trek: the next generation - the u.s.s. enterprise ncc-1701-d illustrated handbook, the romulan war: to brave the storm (star trek: enterprise), the romulan war: beneath the raptor's wing (star trek: enterprise), from sawdust to stardust: the biography of deforest kelley, star trek's dr. mccoy, rise of the federation: tower of babel (star trek: enterprise), lost federations: the unofficial unmade history of star trek.

Ultimate Journey Through Captains' Live

Dive into the personal logs of Starfleet's finest - Kirk, Picard, and Janeway, revealing their lives beyond the bridge.

• Rich, in-depth character exploration.
• Captures the essence of the Star Trek universe.
• Boxed set makes a great collector's item.
• May overlap with known series events.

If you're a Star Trek aficionado, Star Trek Captains - The Autobiographies is practically a treasure trove waiting to be explored. This boxed set isn't just a collection of books; it's a deep dive into the hearts and minds of the characters who've become more than just part of a series - they're legends in their own right.

From Kirk's early days to Picard's complex encounters and Janeway's unparalleled journey, these autobiographies offer a nuanced, behind-the-scenes look at their lives. While some of the content might tread over familiar ground, the personal insights and reflections add layers to the characters we thought we knew.

It's a compelling read that balances the fine line between the iconic Star Trek lore and the untold personal struggles and triumphs of its captains. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the universe, this set promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the Star Trek saga.

Ultimate Blueprint of the Iconic Starship

Explore the intricate details of the Enterprise-D, from bridge to engineering, in this comprehensive guide.

• Exceptionally detailed illustrations and diagrams.
• Updated with HD images from the remastered TNG series.
• Covers a wide range of technology and equipment.
• Lacks a deck-by-deck breakdown of the ship.

U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D Illustrated Handbook is a comprehensive gateway into the Star Trek universe, making it a standout among Star Trek collectibles . Its pages are packed with stunning, high-definition imagery, breathing new life into the iconic starship. The attention to detail is remarkable, with each section of Enterprise-D meticulously illustrated and explained.

From the intricacies of the ship's defensive systems to the nuances of its everyday technologies like phasers and hyposprays , this handbook leaves no stone unturned.

It's the sort of detail that not only satisfies the curiosity of hardcore fans but also serves as a fantastic introduction to those new to the series. The book's layout and design are thoughtfully executed, providing a seamless and enjoyable reading experience. While it may not delve into a deck-by-deck analysis, the breadth and depth of content available make this handbook an essential addition to any Star Trek enthusiast's collection.

For anyone fascinated by the technological wonders of the Star Trek universe, this book offers hours of exploration and discovery.

An Epic Struggle for the Future of the Galaxy

Michael A. Martin's novel dives deep into the pivotal conflict that shaped the Star Trek universe.

• Expands on a crucial yet underexplored period in Star Trek history.
• Captures the essence of familiar characters in new, challenging circumstances.
• Fast-paced narrative that covers significant events and changes.
• Some may find the swift pacing skips over desired details.

To Brave the Storm masterfully fills a gap in the Star Trek lore that fans have longed to explore in detail. Michael A. Martin takes us on a gripping journey through the tumultuous period of the Romulan War, showcasing the resilience and ingenuity of Captain Archer and the Enterprise crew. The book's strength lies in its ability to maintain the core of what Star Trek stands for—hope, unity, and the relentless pursuit of peace amidst adversity.

The narrative, while brisk, ensures that readers are not just spectators but are emotionally invested in the unfolding drama. Martin's portrayal of characters like Archer, T'Pol, and the enigmatic Trip Tucker adds layers to their personalities, offering fresh perspectives on their roles and decisions during the war. The novel adeptly navigates the complexities of interstellar politics, the harsh realities of war, and the foundational ideals that lead to the formation of the United Federation of Planets.

For fans yearning to witness the untold stories of the Star Trek universe, To Brave the Storm is a compelling read that not only entertains but enriches the tapestry of this beloved saga.

The Prelude to an Interstellar Showdown

Michael A. Martin delves into the precursors of the Romulan War, setting the stage for an epic saga.

• Seamlessly bridges "Enterprise" with the broader Star Trek lore.
• Maintains character integrity, especially in the Trip-T'Pol dynamic.
• Incorporates social commentary, echoing the spirit of the original series.
• Complex plot with robust character development.
• Some subplots could benefit from further exploration.

Loved The Romulan War? Well, Beneath the Raptor's Wing serves as a meticulously crafted prelude to this masterpiece. Michael A. Martin skillfully sets the stage with a narrative that not only deepens our understanding of the "Enterprise" era but also seamlessly transitions into the harrowing events that define the subsequent novel.

The book excels in capturing the essence of beloved characters while navigating the complex geopolitical landscape that leads to the formation of the Federation. While the rapid pace of the story occasionally leaves readers yearning for more detailed explorations of certain subplots, the novel's ability to intertwine personal dilemmas with the broader tapestry of Star Trek's historical lore is commendable.

Together, these two books offer a compelling and comprehensive look at a pivotal time in the Star Trek universe, making them indispensable reads for fans seeking to bridge the gap between "Enterprise" and the legacy that follows.

The Humble Journey of a Beloved Star

Terry Lee Rioux's biography offers an intimate look at the life of DeForest Kelley, from his roots to his iconic role in Star Trek.

• Deeply researched, offering a comprehensive view of Kelley's life.
• Highlights Kelley's humility and the depth of his character.
• Engaging for both Star Trek fans and biography enthusiasts.
• The Kindle version has some sequencing issues with chapters on the Star Trek films.

From Sawdust to Stardust is a heartfelt tribute to one of the most endearing figures in the Star Trek universe. Terry Lee Rioux delves into DeForest Kelley's life with a level of detail and reverence that brings the man behind Dr. McCoy to vivid life. From his early years in Depression-era Georgia to his ascent into the pantheon of Star Trek legends, Kelley's journey is painted as one of perseverance, humility, and unwavering kindness.

Rioux's narrative is enriched by personal anecdotes and insights, painting a picture of Kelley not just as an actor but as a man who remained grounded despite his stardom. The book goes beyond the facade of Hollywood to reveal the genuine, compassionate individual Kelley was, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the human stories behind the larger-than-life characters of Star Trek.

Despite some minor hiccups in the digital version, this biography stands as a testament to Kelley's enduring legacy, both as an actor and a human being.

Expanding the Star Trek Universe

The 16th installment in the "Star Trek: Enterprise" series, this novel explores the fragile beginnings of the Federation and the challenges it faces.

• Richly explores the political and diplomatic challenges of the early Federation.
• Features beloved characters from the "Enterprise" series in new roles and challenges.
• Can be enjoyed as a standalone read or part of the series, offering flexibility to readers.
• The multitude of subplots can be overwhelming, making the primary narrative less focused.

Rise of the Federation: Tower of Babel offers a deep dive into the complex process of building the United Federation of Planets, highlighting the political, ideological, and external threats that come with such an ambitious endeavor. Christopher L. Bennett masterfully navigates the intricacies of the early Federation, bringing familiar characters like Archer, T’Pol, and Reed into new lights as they tackle challenges far different from what they faced aboard the Enterprise.

The novel stands out for its ability to be read out of sequence, inviting both dedicated fans and newcomers to explore its pages without feeling lost. One downside is that the book juggles multiple subplots, so some readers might find the narrative a bit scattered. Despite this, the novel's exploration of diplomacy, unity, and the struggle against the Orion Syndicate makes for a compelling read.

Exploring the Star Trek That Could Have Been

A.J. Black's book offers a captivating glimpse into the Star Trek episodes, movies, and series that never made it to our screens.

• Provides a comprehensive look at the "what ifs" of Star Trek history.
• Includes insights from Star Trek writers and new analysis.
• Engages both hardcore fans and those interested in television production.
• The speculative nature may not satisfy all readers looking for canonical content.

Lost Federations is a portal to an alternate universe where Star Trek took different paths. A.J. Black meticulously compiles and analyzes projects that were conceived but never realized, offering fans a rare peek behind the curtain of one of the most enduring franchises in science fiction. This book is chock-full of "what-could-have-beens," including early film concepts, abandoned TV spin-offs, and major story arcs that were drafted but never aired.

Beyond mere speculation, Black provides context, connecting these unmade projects to the cultural and production realities of their times, enriching our understanding of Star Trek's development. For enthusiasts of the series and scholars of media alike, "Lost Federations" serves as a compelling complement to the official Star Trek lore, inviting readers to imagine the series in a myriad of alternate configurations.

While some may long for the stories that align with the established universe, this exploration into the paths not taken is a fascinating journey in its own right, celebrating the creative spirit that has always been at the heart of Star Trek.

Do I need to be familiar with all Star Trek series to enjoy these books?

Not at all! While familiarity with the respective series might enhance your reading experience, many Star Trek books are crafted to be accessible and enjoyable even to newcomers, offering detailed backstories and context.

Are these books considered canon within the Star Trek universe?

Star Trek books occupy a unique space in the franchise. While they are not officially considered canon by the creators of the TV shows and movies, they are often written with careful attention to the established lore and contribute significantly to the broader Star Trek narrative tapestry.

Can these books be enjoyed in any order, or is there a recommended sequence?

Many Star Trek books are standalone stories or part of specific sub-series, allowing for flexibility in reading order. However, for series-specific books, following the publication or chronological order can provide a more cohesive and immersive experience.

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Star Trek's Original Prodigy Returns! Showrunners Explain Wil Wheaton's Wesley Crusher Comeback

Star trek reveals wesley crusher has been to j.j. abrams' kelvin timeline & gave it a new name, admiral janeway’s ready room has a deep cut star trek: voyager callback.

Warning: SPOILERS for Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2, Episode 12 - "Last Flight of the Protostar, Part II"

• Admiral Janeway meets Dr. Beverly Crusher for the first time in Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2, bridging Voyager and TNG timelines.
• Janeway seeks insight into Crusher's son, Wesley, while Beverly keeps her younger son Jack a secret from Picard.
• A heartwarming reunion between Wesley and Beverly, with the introduction of Jack, connects Prodigy to Star Trek: Picard.

Star Trek: Prodigy season 2 features the first meeting between Admiral Kathryn Janeway (Kate Mulgrew) and Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden). Star Trek: Voyager premiered 29 years ago in 1995, introducing the world to Captain Janeway and the crew of the USS Voyager. After being stranded in the distant Delta Quadrant for seven years, Voyager returned to Earth, where Janeway was quickly promoted to Vice Admiral. Janeway popped up briefly in Star Trek: Nemesis to give Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) orders to travel to Romulus, but she never interacted with Dr. Crusher.

Dr. Beverly Crusher spent much of her Starfleet career as the Chief Medical Officer on the USS Enterprise-D and USS Enterprise-E under the command of Captain Picard. Beverly and her teenage son, Wesley Crusher (Wil Wheaton), lived together on the Enterprise-D for several years before Wes left, first to study at Starfleet Academy, and then to join the Travelers. As revealed in Star Trek: Picard season 3 , Beverly left the Enterprise-E sometime after Star Trek: Nemesis to secretly raise her son with Picard, Jack Crusher (Ed Speleers) while offering medical aid to those in need. In Star Trek: Prodigy season 2, Admiral Janeway reaches out to Dr. Crusher to learn more about her Traveler son, Wesley.

Wil Wheaton's return as Wesley Crusher in Star Trek: Prodigy season 2 is worth the wait. Showrunners Kevin & Dan Hageman explain how it happened.

Admiral Janeway Finally Meets Dr. Beverly Crusher In Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2

Two iconic starfleet women meet for the first time in prodigy season 2, episode 12, “last flight of the protostar, part ii.".

After Admiral Janeway encountered Wesley Crusher and allowed the Protostar kids to travel through his portal, she reached out to Dr. Beverly Crusher for insight into her son. Dr. Crusher was "surprisingly hard to track down," but Counselor Noum (Jason Alexander) pulled a few strings with Starfleet Medical. Janeway greets Crusher with a reference to the "Shinzon incident" depicted in Star Trek: Nemesis before asking about Admiral Picard. A bit flustered by the question, Beverly responds that she hasn't seen Jean-Luc in a while, meaning she no longer serves on the Enterprise.

Admiral Janeway meeting Dr. Beverly Crusher, with Kate Mulgrew and Gates McFadden voicing their characters, is a historic moment crossing over Star Trek: Voyager and Star Trek: The Next Generation as well as a face-to-face with two of Star Trek 's most iconic women.

Admiral Janeway apparently hasn't spoken to Admiral Picard since Star Trek: Nemesis or kept up with the whereabouts of the USS Enterprise-E's crew, although that's not particularly surprising as an Admiral with myriad responsibilities, including her own starship missions. Dr. Crusher quickly moves the subject away from Picard, asking about her son, Wesley. Janeway tells Beverly that Wesley saved their lives, but "seemed erratic." Janeway is clearly worried about the cadets, but Beverly reveals that she hasn't spoken to her son in years. Still, Beverly assures Janeway that Wes is "a good son with a good heart" and that he must know what he's doing.

Although not revealed in this particular scene, Beverly had her younger son, Jack Crusher, at home. As he would have been a couple of years old at this point, Beverly has already made the decision to keep him a secret from his father, Jean-Luc Picard.

Wesley & Beverly Crusher Finally Reunite In Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2

Wesley visits his mom in the prodigy season 2 finale, "ouroboros, part ii.".

After Wesley Crusher helps the Protostar kids save the universe and fix the timeline, he finally visits his mother, Dr. Beverly Crusher. Wes reveals that he doesn't know how long he can stay in this universe, but Beverly is glad to get whatever time she can with him. In a brief, but heartwarming scene, Beverly hugs her son before introducing him to his younger brother, Jack Crusher. This scene further connects Star Trek: Prodigy with the rest of the Star Trek timeline , bridging some of the gap between the TNG era and Star Trek: Picard .

There are still many years before the timeline of Star Trek: Prodigy catches up with that of Star Trek: Picard, and it remains unknown how Wesley spends the rest of that time. Maybe he visits his mom more throughout the intervening years, in between hopping universes and traveling in time. With the proposed Picard spin-off Star Trek: Legacy a no-go at this point, it remains up in the air whether Beverly and Wes will ever reunite in live-action. But even if they don't, Star Trek: Prodigy season 2 provided a lovely moment between Beverly and Wesley, her cosmic traveler son, as well as the historic first meeting between Dr. Crusher and Admiral Janeway.

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Star Trek: Prodigy is the first TV series in the Star Trek franchise marketed toward children, and one of the few animated series in the franchise. The story follows a group of young aliens who find a stolen Starfleet ship and use it to escape from the Tars Lamora prison colony where they are all held captive. Working together with the help of a holographic Captain Kathryn Janeway (Kate Mulgrew), the new crew of the USS Protostar must find their way back to the Alpha Quadrant to warn the Federation of the deadly threat that is pursuing them.