In the most action-packed Starfleet Academy episode yet, “Come, Let’s Away” puts our cadets in a situation where everything is on the line. During their first training mission aboard an abandoned ship, they face a deadly new enemy, the Furies. As our cadets fight for survival, Captain Nahla Ake must risk everything to save them by seeking help from an unexpected, untrustworthy source, notably Nus Braka. Continue reading Starfleet Academy: “Come, Let’s Away”
“Vitus Reflux” is another enjoyable teen drama story framed around the dual central themes of the importance of understanding one’s opponent and the value of collaborative strategy over individual ego. The episode’s backdrop is the rivalry between the newly-revived Starfleet Academy and its Burn-era counterpart, the War College. The tension between the two groups extends to their respective leaders, giving us a chance to explore how true leadership requires empathy and a focus on looking beyond surface-level conflict. Continue reading Star Trek: Starfleet Academy – “Vitus Reflux”