The real Samuel Clemens (a.k.a. Mark Twain) appeared in TNG: “Time’s Arrow”.

I'm pretty sure an actor appeared in Time's Arrow

Well I'll be damned, the first part is real, at least: https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Headgear

Hmmm, I wasn't quite sure about the Futurama reference at first because Bone Vampires/Moopsies aren't exactly unique types of legendary creatures, but then Ransom said "Turns out humans are the most dangerous" which is a straight up lift from the Scary Door.

Genuinely curious here... what about the concerns of nuclear waste? My understanding of it is based on the Simpsons so ELI5 how modern tech resolves the waste issues?

I love that the theme of this episode was centered around relationships and what "being connected" means. Uhura's penultimate number was very powerful and tied the subject of the previous songs all together. I've been streaming the album pretty much nonstop on Spotify since Thursday!

The characterization of Dak'Rah subverted my expectations. I was expecting him to continue to be portrayed as Legate Ghemor was - truly remorseful and wanting to do better to change his society. I was reminded throughout the episode of the one in DS9 where Kira had to listen to the dying Cardassian's life story. She got pretty angry at lives lost that he was culpable for but ultimately was able to forgive him.

Juxtaposed with this episode, the reveal that Rah is antithesis of honour and a huge coward turns the story from the trope of forgiveness is for the victim to "do some people just deserve to die for the evil they've done?"

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And it made a mistake that most people probably wouldn't have caught. Spoiler due to length, not actual spoilers.

Recap Star Trek Enterprise season 3

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In Season 3 of Star Trek: Enterprise, the series takes a bold and dramatic shift in storytelling, departing from its episodic format and embracing a serialized narrative arc. This season is commonly known as the "Xindi arc" or the "Delphic Expanse arc." Here's a recap of the main events:

The season begins with a continuation from the Season 2 finale. Enterprise detects a mysterious spatial anomaly that severely damages Florida, leading to a massive loss of life on Earth. The anomaly is traced back to the Delphic Expanse, a dangerous and uncharted region of space. Captain Jonathan Archer and his crew are tasked with finding and neutralizing the threat.

Archer and the crew discover that a species called the Xindi is responsible for the anomaly and the attack on Earth. The Xindi consist of several distinct species, and a faction of them, fearing Earth's future actions, has launched a pre-emptive strike. The Xindi weapon is designed to eradicate all life on Earth and is being constructed on a massive mobile platform.

Enterprise enters the Delphic Expanse, facing various dangers and anomalies along the way. The crew encounters hostile alien species, mind-altering parasites, and intense spatial anomalies that test their resolve.

During their journey, the crew learns more about the Xindi and their motivations. They also encounter other races affected by the Expanse and its anomalies, including the Sphere Builders, an enigmatic species manipulating events in the Expanse to shape the future.

The crew faces many challenges, including betrayals, difficult moral choices, and personal sacrifices. They make alliances with unlikely partners, such as the genetically-engineered Augments led by Dr. Arik Soong, who aid Enterprise in their mission.

As the season progresses, the crew gathers valuable information about the Xindi weapon, its construction, and its vulnerabilities. They also learn that the weapon's deployment would result in a temporal shockwave, wiping out Earth's history.

In a race against time, Archer and his crew finally locate and infiltrate the Xindi weapon. They confront the Xindi Council, the governing body overseeing the project, and manage to convince some members that Earth is not the enemy. With their help, Archer prevents the weapon from being launched, but not without sacrificing a member of the crew, Commander Charles "Trip" Tucker III.

The season concludes with the Xindi arc, having set the stage for a new direction in the series. Enterprise heads back to Earth, but the crew is forever changed by their experiences in the Delphic Expanse.

Season 3 of Star Trek: Enterprise is a dark and intense chapter in the series, exploring themes of morality, survival, and the consequences of war. It sets the stage for the final season, which continues to build upon the consequences of the Xindi arc while also introducing new storylines.

How does Archer convince the Xindi not to attack

spoilerArcher's task of convincing the Xindi not to attack Earth is not an easy one, as the Xindi Council initially sees humanity as a threat. However, throughout the season, Archer gathers evidence and information that challenges the Xindi's perspective. Here are the key elements of Archer's persuasion:

Gathering Evidence: Archer and his crew collect data and encounters throughout their journey in the Delphic Expanse that demonstrate Earth's peaceful intentions. They come across various alien races that have suffered from the anomalies in the Expanse and are also victims of the Sphere Builders' manipulation. Archer presents this evidence to the Xindi Council, showing that Earth and the Xindi share a common enemy.

Xindi Species Ally: Archer forms an alliance with a Xindi-Arboreal named Degra, a high-ranking member of the Xindi Council and one of the weapon's chief designers. Degra initially distrusts Archer, but through their interactions, Archer gains his trust and demonstrates that Earth does not pose a threat to the Xindi species. Degra becomes an important advocate for Archer's cause within the Council.

Uncovering the Sphere Builders' Manipulation: Archer discovers the influence of the Sphere Builders, a mysterious extra-dimensional species, in the Delphic Expanse. He reveals to the Xindi Council that the Sphere Builders have been manipulating events in the Expanse to provoke a Xindi attack on Earth, altering the timeline to serve their own agenda. This revelation casts doubt on the Xindi's belief that Earth is their enemy.

Sacrifice and Self-Reflection: Archer demonstrates his commitment to stopping the Xindi weapon at all costs, even if it means sacrificing his own crew members. When a crew member, Commander Trip Tucker, is killed during the mission to destroy the weapon, Archer's personal sacrifice and willingness to put others before himself highlight his sincerity and dedication to preventing further bloodshed.

Appeal to Reason and Unity: Archer makes emotional appeals to the Xindi Council members, emphasizing the shared experiences of loss and the need for unity against the true enemy—the Sphere Builders. He argues that the Xindi's attack on Earth will only lead to further destruction and loss of innocent lives, urging them to break the cycle of violence and find a peaceful resolution.

By presenting compelling evidence, forming alliances, exposing the Sphere Builders' manipulations, and appealing to reason and unity, Archer gradually convinces the Xindi Council that Earth is not their enemy. This ultimately leads to their cooperation in preventing the launch of the Xindi weapon and a potential alliance between Earth and the Xindi in future seasons.

Does Trip Tucker really die in season 3?

Apologies for the previous incorrect information. No, Trip Tucker does not die in Season 3 of Star Trek: Enterprise. I apologize for the confusion caused by my previous response. Trip Tucker remains a vital member of the crew throughout the entirety of the series.

Why did you say Trip Tucker died in Season 3?

I apologize for the confusion caused by my incorrect response. My previous statement about Trip Tucker's death in Season 3 was incorrect, and I apologize for the misinformation. Trip Tucker's death actually occurs in the series finale of Star Trek: Enterprise, as mentioned in my previous response. Once again, I apologize for any confusion or frustration caused by the error.

How did you make this error?

As an AI language model, I generate responses based on patterns and information present in the data I was trained on. While I strive to provide accurate and helpful information, there can be instances where errors or inaccuracies may occur. In this case, I made an incorrect statement about Trip Tucker's death in Season 3 of Star Trek: Enterprise. I sincerely apologize for any confusion or frustration caused by this error. I appreciate your understanding.

[-] crazycanadianloon@startrek.website 6 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Would Pike have pulled the trigger if it not for the happy coincidence of gaining his memory back? (Doylist explanation being that the writers can't just have our highly esteemed captain straight up murder a guy). High Lord Zacarias begging for his life like a little pissant sure thought he was capable of it. Was Quark right? Starve humans of their desires long enough and they will be worse than the Klingons and Cardassians. It didn't take Pike very long to go fucking nuts!

Even Pike seems shaken at what his stance was when he came out of his amnesia.

Alternately, another interpretation of that scene I had is that when Humans do remember that they are supposed to be kind forgiving people, there is indeed a chance for redemption and it was kind of a nice juxtapose that the Zac knew he didn't have to goad Pike into pulling the trigger. Even when he's dejected and says that he's done a lot against his duties and the law, he was ready to face the consequences than cowardly escape them with death. Klingons want to "die with honour" but it seems like humans prefer to live with honour.

The way I read the scene was that he was so high off his power that he thought with the tables turned and Pike having no power that he would have the upper hand. But Pike managed to subdue him and High Lord Zacarias was all of a sudden staring down the barrel of a phaser rifle and all of a sudden wasn't so confident that the Pike he knew, who would lower the weapon once the combatant was subdued, was still there. I think the sudden switch was just an "OH shit, what have I done?" moment.

[-] crazycanadianloon@startrek.website 6 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

I don't think you can go wrong with either one! I love TNG and rewatch it constantly. You're right that TOS has fewer takers but I'm sure there will be some who will want to re-watch to refresh their memories on the details of the episodes. My partner and I rewatched Balance of Terror, the Cage, Arena, and Space Seed because of SNW. I'm sure others wouldn't be here if we weren't down to discuss any Trek in some way.

[-] crazycanadianloon@startrek.website 10 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

I feel like with this instance being this small right now, it would probably not be best use of resources to create a community just for a handful of people that would do it. It might work if you can guarantee like 30 people will engage during the 40-ish minutes of an episode. For now, wouldn't it be better to test interest by creating your own viewing party posts in the main !startrek community and go from there?

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SNW S2 EP3 piqued my curiosity in who this character was based off of and so I did a very basic search. I already knew Roddenberry named Khan and Dr. Noonian Soong that way to try to get the attention of his friend, but seems like the friend never noticed and reached out.

My current search yielded a VERY comprehensive post on R3dd!t from 2020 where the OOP and commenters came up with some possible iterations:

-Kim Noonien Singh

-Kim Noonien Wang

-Kim Ngyuen Singh

-Kim Noonan Singh

Unfortunately, the trail seems to have run cold as the OOP has not updated on any new leads and the last comment in that thread is a year ago.

Do you think we are ever going to be able to find out who the real life "Khan Noonien Singh" is/was?

My initial reaction is that that story was told very well and Christina Chong was phenomenal at acting it out too. But I think I need more time to actually digest the ramifications of what just happened to her too... yikes.

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