[Report This]Date: 23 Feb 2021 14:08 Title: Part IV: The Improbable Alliance: 8
Looks like Star is starting to see through the fog of the mess of her own life and make a few good decisions. Very interesting exchange with the prisoner - that's some good storyteling.
I'm also enjoying the - not so much conflict as strong discussion between Star and Nora, who seems to be stepping up to her role as a sort of 2nd officer in this situation. I enjoy seeing women portrayed in strong leadership roles.
Thanks!! rbs
Author's Response: What's the old saying? Never too late to do the right thing? I'm glad you enjoy the Nora/Star interaction which I think is particularly pertinent considering their turbulent history. Loyalty, of course, being a major theme in this story.
Date: 26 Mar 2015 21:19 Title: Part IV: The Improbable Alliance: 8
Well, it turns out Thulians are not what they look like. Yes, no one is innocent nowadays. But in a way it is funny, it shows how predictable Starfleet logic is and how easy it is for some shady player to trick them into a noble crusade while setting in motion their own game.
Both Laas and Taz are exceptions – their background does not leave any place for illusions and they manage to convey this message to the captured pirate. Still I don’t know whether Star’s curiosity and personal stake in the issue justify her decision to pursue the matter.
Author's Response: Agreed, Star just might be on a crusade of her own now. And this means she could be playing a dangerous game. Well, I suppose that's nothing new for her.