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Star Trek: Voyager

Star Trek: Voyager is a science fiction television series set in the Star Trek universe . It ran for seven seasons from 1995 to 2001 , and follows a Starfleet vessel propelled seventy thousand light-years from Earth and its subsequent journey home .

Season 1 [ edit ]

Caretaker [1.1] [ edit ], parallax [1.3] [ edit ], time and again [1.4] [ edit ], phage [1.5] [ edit ], the cloud [1.6] [ edit ], eye of the needle [1.7] [ edit ], ex post facto [1.8] [ edit ], emanations [1.9] [ edit ], prime factors [1.10] [ edit ], state of flux [1.11] [ edit ], heroes and demons [1.12] [ edit ], cathexis [1.13] [ edit ], faces [1.14] [ edit ], jetrel [1.15] [ edit ], learning curve [1.16] [ edit ], season 2 [ edit ], the 37's [2.1] [ edit ], initiations [2.2] [ edit ], projections [2.3] [ edit ], elogium [2.4] [ edit ], non sequitur [2.5] [ edit ], twisted [2.6] [ edit ], parturition [2.7] [ edit ], persistence of vision [2.8] [ edit ], tattoo [2.9] [ edit ].

'If you have no spirits to guide you, I fear you will lose your way.'

'We are of the same hand.'

Cold Fire [2.10] [ edit ]

Tuvok: Without the darkness, how would we recognize the light?

Maneuvers [2.11] [ edit ]

Resistance [2.12] [ edit ], prototype [2.13] [ edit ], alliances [2.14] [ edit ], threshold [2.15] [ edit ], meld [2.16] [ edit ], dreadnought [2.17] [ edit ].

B'elanna Torres: I programmed it to use my voice. Listening to that deep male voice that the Cardassians first used is enough drive anyone crazy.

Death Wish [2.18] [ edit ]

Lifesigns [2.19] [ edit ], investigations [2.20] [ edit ], deadlock [2.21] [ edit ], innocence [2.22] [ edit ], the thaw [2.23] [ edit ].

Harry: I'm practicing for a performance. Paris: What, are we going to rendezvous with the Delta Quadrant Symphonic Orchestra?

Tuvix [2.24] [ edit ]

Resolutions [2.25] [ edit ], basics, part i [2.26] [ edit ], season 3 [ edit ], basics, part ii [3.1] [ edit ], flashback [3.2] [ edit ], the chute [3.3] [ edit ].

As you were crewman

The Swarm [3.4] [ edit ]

False profits [3.5] [ edit ], remember [3.6] [ edit ], sacred ground [3.7] [ edit ], future's end, part i [3.8] [ edit ], future's end, part ii [3.9] [ edit ], warlord [3.10] [ edit ], the q and the grey [3.11] [ edit ], macrocosm [3.12] [ edit ], fair trade [3.13] [ edit ], alter ego [3.14] [ edit ], coda [3.15] [ edit ], blood fever [3.16] [ edit ], unity [3.17] [ edit ], darkling [3.18] [ edit ], rise [3.19] [ edit ], favorite son [3.20] [ edit ], before and after [3.21] [ edit ], real life [3.22] [ edit ], distant origin [3.23] [ edit ], displaced [3.24] [ edit ], worst case scenario [3.25] [ edit ], scorpion, part i [3.26] [ edit ], season 4 [ edit ], scorpion, part ii [4.1] [ edit ], the gift [4.2] [ edit ], day of honor [4.3] [ edit ], nemesis [4.4] [ edit ], revulsion [4.5] [ edit ], the raven [4.6] [ edit ], scientific method [4.7] [ edit ], year of hell, part i [4.8] [ edit ], year of hell, part ii [4.9] [ edit ], random thoughts [4.10] [ edit ], concerning flight [4.11] [ edit ], mortal coil [4.12] [ edit ], waking moments [4.13] [ edit ], message in a bottle [4.14] [ edit ], hunters [4.15] [ edit ], prey [4.16] [ edit ], retrospect [4.17] [ edit ], the killing game, part i [4.18] [ edit ], the killing game, part ii [4.19] [ edit ], vis à vis [4.20] [ edit ], the omega directive [4.21] [ edit ], unforgettable [4.22] [ edit ], living witness [4.23] [ edit ], demon [4.24] [ edit ], one [4.25] [ edit ], hope and fear [4.26] [ edit ], season 5 [ edit ], night [5.1] [ edit ], drone [5.2] [ edit ], extreme risk [5.3] [ edit ], in the flesh [5.4] [ edit ], once upon a time [5.5] [ edit ], timeless [5.6] [ edit ], infinite regress [5.7] [ edit ], nothing human [5.8] [ edit ], thirty days [5.9] [ edit ], counterpoint [5.10] [ edit ], latent image [5.11] [ edit ], bride of chaotica [5.12] [ edit ].

Isn't Anyone going to sing "Hail to the Chief?

Gravity [5.13] [ edit ]

Bliss [5.14] [ edit ], dark frontier, part i [5.15] [ edit ], dark frontier, part ii [5.16] [ edit ], the disease [5.17] [ edit ], course: oblivion [5.18] [ edit ], the fight [5.19] [ edit ], think tank [5.20] [ edit ], juggernaut [5.21] [ edit ], someone to watch over me [5.22] [ edit ], 11:59 [5.23] [ edit ], relativity [5.24] [ edit ], warhead [5.25] [ edit ], equinox, part i [5.26] [ edit ], season 6 [ edit ], equinox, part ii [6.1] [ edit ], survival instinct [6.2] [ edit ], barge of the dead [6.3] [ edit ].

Think "Long live the Empire!"

Tinker, Tenor, Doctor, Spy [6.4] [ edit ]

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• U.S.S. Voyager dedication plaque.

Cast [ edit ]

• Kate Mulgrew – Captain Kathryn Janeway
• Robert Beltran – Commander Chakotay
• Tim Russ – Tuvok
• Roxann Dawson – Lieutenant B'Elanna Torres
• Robert Duncan McNeill – Tom Paris
• Garrett Wang – Ensign Harry Kim
• Robert Picardo – The Doctor
• Ethan Phillips – Neelix
• Jeri Ryan – Seven of Nine [Seasons 4–7]
• Jennifer Lien – Kes [Seasons 1–3]

About [ edit ]

• Beltran : Chakotay was kind of a solitary character, at least from season four to seven. I think the first three seasons there were a lot of interesting storylines, and then I think a shift happened in the series after Jerri Taylor left. I think any time that a character has an interpersonal relationship that shows growth, and you could say that clearly about Chakotay and the captain. But after Seska left, it was only that relationship with the captain that had depth to it. Chakotay and Tuvok didn’t have much. Chakotay and Paris didn’t have much. Chakotay and the other characters, there wasn’t much of a relationship there. I always regretted that because there was a lot to explore.
• Interviewer : You were always honest and open at the time about your displeasure with how Chakotay was utilized on the show. When you raised your concerns, did the powers that be listen?
• Robert Beltran "Catching up with Robert Beltran" , Star Trek.com , July 20, 2012.
• Interviewer : If somehow the Star Trek writers were to tap out one more Janeway story, with an assist from you, what story would you want to see told? Would you want her back on a ship and in command? Maybe you’d like to see her now that she’s been home for a while…
• Kate Mulgrew "Catching up with Kate Mulgrew" , Star Trek.com , January 18, 2011.

References [ edit ]

• ↑ Gonzalez, George A. (2016). The Absolute and Star Trek . Palgrave Macmillan (Springer). p. 20. ISBN 9783319477947 . OCLC 967548754 .  
• ↑ a b Sherwin, Jill (2010). Quotable Star Trek . Simon & Schuster. p. 348. ISBN 9781451602623 . OCLC 899499309 .  

External links [ edit ]

• Star Trek: Voyager quotes at the Internet Movie Database
• Star Trek: Voyager at StarTrek.com
• Star Trek: Voyager at Memory Alpha, the Star Trek Wiki

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Star Trek Voyager: Captain Janeway's 10 Best Quotes, Ranked

The introduction of Star Trek: Voyager's Captain Janeway brought a whole new vibe to the franchise, and she left a lot of poignant quotes in her wake.

The Star Trek franchise presented audiences with female captains and officers since the original series debuted in the 1960s. When it came to central protagonists, however, Starfleet seemed to reserve the important command positions for men. Fans followed Captains James T. Kirk and Jean-Luc Picard into the Final Frontier, then watched as Commander Benjamin Sisko oversaw the safety and protection of the Deep Space Nine station beside a wormhole. While those men worked side-by-side with some incredible women, it wasn't until the U.S.S. Voyager set out from DS9 to search the Badlands for the Maquis under the command of Captain Kathryn Janeway, portrayed by Kate Mulgrew , that Star Trek truly allowed women to step into the spotlight.

Since Voyager , the franchise has taken strides for both women and people of color, bringing captains like Phillipa Georgiou and Michael Burnham front and center. Janeway may have served after Georgiou and Burnham in the official Star Trek timeline, but she paved the way for both the future and the past. Her wisdom, demeanor, and dedication to her mission and crew grant her a well-earned place among Starfleet's greatest officers.

Fans today look eagerly for her return to the screen. Though she does appear in the Paramount+ original animation, Star Trek: Prodigy , as a training hologram, the Vice-Admiral herself made an animated appearance. The inclusion of Voyager's Chief Security Officer, Tuvok, in the final season of Picard gave fans a pinch of hope that even the mere mention of her would lead to an appearance. Despite the disappointment of her absence, fans still hold onto hope that Mulgrew will return as Janeway one day. She was like a mother to many of her crew as they drifted so far from home, a friend and a leader. Today, Janeway's words of wisdom continue to resonate across the stars. Here are 10 of her most memorable quotes, ranked.

10 "One voice can be stronger than a thousand voices."

The addition of Seven of Nine (Jeri Ryan) to the Voyager crew wasn't an easy transition for Janeway or Seven in the beginning. In fact, it took quite some time for the two incredibly headstrong women to find common ground. Once they did, a powerful bond that would not only shape who Seven would later become but loom large over her future, was forged between them.

Captain Janeway worked hard to remind Seven that she didn't need the Borg to define her future. She was an individual, and her singular voice was far stronger than the Collective could ever be. It took a lot of convincing over the years, but as evidenced in Picard Season 1, Seven went on to become an exceptional individual. It's all but guaranteed Janeway had a hand in that.

9 "You and I know that fear only exists for one purpose: to be conquered."

Fear was a central theme across Voyager 's seven seasons. A crew stranded 70,000 light years from home, traveling back to their own quadrant will take at least 75 years. They've left behind family, loved ones, hopes, and dreams, and the chances of ever seeing home again are slim to none. There was a lot to be afraid of in the Delta Quadrant, but when Voyager happened upon a planet that suffered an ecological disaster years earlier, they hope to revive the survivors who put themselves into stasis. After filling the two empty pods and connecting to the central mainframe, crew members B'Elanna Torres (Roxann Dawson) and Harry Kim (Garrett Wang) find themselves face-to-face with a terrifying clown in a virtual reality.

Offering herself in exchange for the aliens held hostage, Janeway enters only as a hologram. She tricks the Clown and conquers the fear it had been feeding on to sustain itself. A lesson that can easily be applied to nearly every situation they face in the Delta Quadrant, she is a constant source of inspiration and empowerment.

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8 "You can use logic to justify almost anything. That's its power. And its flaw."

In Season 1, Episode 10, Janeway and Voyager encounter a highly advanced race with the technology to transport them 40,000 light years closer to home. Much like Starfleet's Prime Directive, however, they don't share their technology for fear of it falling into the wrong hands. Even as Janeway notes it being the first time she's come down on the other side of the Prime Directive, they must respect their point of view. Behind Janeway's back, members of the crew make arrangements to steal the technology, an action supported by Tuvok (Tim Russ,) but when the technology backfires and the truth outs, a furious Janeway counters Tuvok's justification of logic as his reason for ignoring her command.

Relative to almost any situation, this quote is incredibly profound. Vulcans have long been known for building their culture and society on the foundation of logic. However, logic can be used to justify any number of actions, no matter how dangerous or morally wrong, and therein lies the problem.

7 "You can't just walk away from your responsibilities because you made a mistake."

A resident of the Delta Quadrant, Neelix (Ethan Phillips) was a valuable asset to the Voyager crew after they were stranded. While he made himself useful in other ways, including providing home-cooked meals and morale-boosting antics, he feared becoming useless when he was no longer able to provide accurate information about areas of the Quadrant he wasn't familiar with. This led him to cutting a deal with someone he knew to be of questionable character. When his efforts failed, he was sure he was no longer of value and intended to leave Voyager.

Janeway's advice to his illogical response goes a long way in every situation. Mistakes are a part of everyday life, and if giving up were the solution, nothing would ever get done, and life would be incredibly unfulfilling.

6 "Who are we to swoop in, play god, and then continue on our way..."

When B'Elanna finds herself repairing a sentient robot, it asks her to help restore its race. Asking Janeway for permission, her request is denied, as Janeway believes it to be a violation of the Prime Directive. At one point, the captain poses the question: "Who are we to swoop in, play god and then continue on our way without the slightest consideration of the long-term effects of our actions?"

This very poignant observation sheds light on the Prime Directive in one of the most understandable ways. Across the many branches of the Star Trek Universe, crews have found themselves avoiding interactions with certain planets and races because the nature of their technology would be too much for those societies to handle. In essence, they seem like gods to these underdeveloped civilizations, lifting them higher than any one species has the right to be.

5 "I'm your captain. That means I can't always be your friend."

On such a strange and prolonged journey, the lines between superior officer and friend sometimes felt blurred for a lot of the crew. This was especially true for Seven of Nine, who, despite her many protests to the contrary, looked up to Captain Janeway as a mentor, leader, and friend. Having spent the majority of her human life in the Collective , it wasn't always possible for her to make sense of basic human concepts, like friendship. In Season 4, Episode 26, "Hope and Fear", Seven was forced to face the overwhelming fear of rejoining human society when the possibility of Voyager arriving home sooner than anticipated crops up.

Seven was often at odds with Janeway, whose patience as her friend and mentor was only overwritten when she needed to play the role of captain. This was something she didn't believe Seven understood. The former Borg's response that they would understand one another when they were assimilated proved that, despite their differences, Seven felt comfortable enough with her friend and her captain to make such a grim joke.

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4 "Coffee: the finest organic suspension ever devised… I beat the Borg with it."

Coffee played a major role in shaping Captain Janeway's character. Without it, she felt hopeless and defeated, and was often known to have upwards of four cups on really stressful days. One of her funniest directives even sent the crew into a dangerous nebula in search of coffee to replenish their stores, but maybe it wasn't so funny after all. She did use coffee once to poison and defeat the Borg, after all. As it turns out, they have a unique sensitivity to caffeine, so coffee kept Janeway alive in more ways than one, despite the Doctor advising her to give it up for her health.

3 Now this is how I prefer the Borg. In pieces!

The Borg have been a looming threat in space for as long as anyone can remember. Being stranded in the Delta Quadrant, where the Borg hailed from, Voyager had its fair share of encounters with them. It is, after all, how they came to welcome Seven of Nine among them. Some could even reason that Janeway's mission to return Seven to her human life that forced her to become especially vicious when it came to the Borg.

Relying on Seven to lead them to a damaged Borg sphere where they can obtain a transwarp coil, the damaged Borg provokes one of Janeway's most memorable lines. She is not the only one who prefers disassembled, but the number of encounters she had with them in the Delta Quadrant almost certainly made her want to wipe them out almost as much as Captain Picard.

2 "There are three things to remember about being a starship captain."

Captain Janeway had a lot of good advice to offer across Voyager's seven seasons in the Delta Quadrant. Not only did she give advice, but she was pretty solid when it came to practicing what she preached. Her three things to remember about being a Starship Captain, which she imparted to the first child born on Voyager, included keeping your shirt tucked in, going down with the ship and never abandoning a member of your crew.

Save for rare moments of downtime, she was always appropriately dressed when on deck. She absolutely intended to go down with the ship when it came down to it. She never abandoned a single member of the crew, not even when Harry Kim thought to join the unique race that claimed his as one of their own, or when Tom Paris (Robert Duncan McNeill) was accused of murder.

1 "Set a course... for home."

Five little words, and yet they meant so much. Considering everything Voyager went through on their journey to find a way home, few actually believed they would ever see their friends or family again. In this incredibly memorable last line of the series, Captain Janeway says the words everyone has been waiting to hear from the moment they became trapped on the other side of the galaxy. When the crew finally came up with a solution to get themselves back to the Alpha Quadrant, there was a palpable sense of relief that even fans could feel when the captain finally issued the command, "Set a course... for home."

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Captain Janeway: Time travel. Since my first day on the job as a Starfleet captain I swore I'd never let myself get caught in one of these godforsaken paradoxes - the future is the past, the past is the future, it all gives me a headache.

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• Vulcans prioritize a commitment to logic, valuing reason over emotion.
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Introduced as Earth's closest, first, and greatest interstellar allies, Star Trek ' s Vulcans are known for their advanced technology, logical mindset, and seemingly emotionless demeanor. Vulcan culture values intelligence and rationality, leading them to prioritize exploration and political success. Despite a stoic exterior, Vulcans form deep connections with others, placing great value on privacy and private contemplation. Vulcan's strong and co-founding presence in the United Federation of Planets highlights a respected standing in the galaxy. The Vulcan relationship with Earth is challenging, beneficial, and instructive, revealing a collection of wise insights and philosophical ideals .

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Star trek: the original series season 3, episode 7 - "is there no truth in beauty".

The Vulcan IDIC, which stands for " Infinite diversity in infinite combinations ," is a fundamental concept in Vulcan philosophy. Introduced in the Star Trek: The Original Series episode " Is There In Truth No Beauty? ", this emblem symbolizes the importance of diversity. The episode delves into themes such as the perception of beauty, tolerance, prejudice, self-worth, and telepathic ability, making the exploration of this core Vulcan value significant and impactful. The IDIC symbol, represented by a triangle over a circle, has become a recurring symbol throughout the Star Trek franchise , appearing in various episodes and even influencing the design of the Prime Timeline Spock 's Jellyfish ship in Star Trek (2009).

The IDIC serves as a reminder of the value of diversity and acceptance, reflecting the ideals upheld by the Vulcan civilization. Its presence in multiple Star Trek iterations demonstrates its enduring relevance and influence on the series' overarching themes. From its introduction as a key component of Vulcan philosophy to its portrayal in various forms throughout the franchise, the IDIC continues to serve as a symbol of unity and appreciation for differences across the galaxy.

“I am pleased to see that we have differences. May we together become greater than the sum of both of us.” - Surak"

Star trek: the original series season 3, episode 22 - "the savage curtain".

In the iconic Star Trek: The Original Series episode "The Savage Curtain," Captain Kirk and Spock become engaged in a study of good and evil. Upon their first encounter with the historical icon Surak (Barry Atwater), the Vulcan philosopher and scientist utters the profound phrase, " I am pleased to see that we are different. May we together be more than the sum of our parts ."

Promoting diversity, inclusion, and peace, the phrase celebrates differences and friendship.

This Vulcan quote encapsulates the core value of diversity and unity within the Star Trek universe , echoing the qualities of IDIC . Promoting diversity, inclusion, and peace, the phrase celebrates differences and friendship and rejects prejudice as petty, illogical, and small-minded. The sentiment is a fitting lesson from the 'father of modern Vulcan civilization,' operating to inspire and remind us of the endless possibilities that can arise when working harmoniously with others.

"In accepting the inevitable, one finds peace." - Tuvok

Star trek: voyager season 5, episode 5 - "once upon a time".

When an ion storm causes Star Trek: Voyager 's Delta Flyer shuttle to crash on a class M planet, leaving the away team stranded, the situation quickly escalates as the craft becomes submerged 3km below ground with the rocky chamber around them filled with toxic gas. With life support failing, Tuvok (Tim Russ) tries to comfort the critically injured away team member as the survivors' air supply dwindles. Lt. Tom Paris (Robert Duncan McNeill) expresses disbelief at their predicament, musing that he never expected to be buried alive on an unknown planet. Meaning well, Tuvok suggests that "In accepting the inevitable, one finds peace," but the sentiment does little to ease the team's anxiety.

It reflects the logical and tranquil characteristics of Vulcan philosophy.

While Paris jests about preferring the familiar Vulcan saying " Live Long and Prosper ," Tuvok's attempt at solace underscores his stoic nature. Although the comment may fall short of providing immediate comfort, it reflects the logical and tranquil characteristics of Vulcan philosophy in challenging situations. Outside the dire circumstances they face, Tuvok's words hold a deeper wisdom that resonates with the composed demeanor of his species.

"Nothing Unreal Exists"

Star trek iv: the voyage home.

Shortly after Spock's resurrection on Vulcan , he undertakes an educational memory test and is presented with questions on various topics, including science, maths, and philosophy. When asked, " What is Kiri-kin-tha's first law ?" Spock correctly answers, " Nothing unreal exists. " This law, stemming from Surak's teachings, showcases the Vulcans' logical and analytical thinking, offering a simplified insight into the complex topic of metaphysics. It provides a foundation for understanding philosophical meaning and existence and showcases the impressive depth of Vulcan knowledge, wisdom, and reasoning.

The significance of Kiri-kin-tha's first law is revisited in Star Trek: Enterprise , season four episode "The Forge," where Arev (Michael Nouri) questions Archer about these guiding principles in the Vulcan desert. This retconned narrative twist in the franchise's timeline allows the prequel series to delve deeper into Vulcan cultural themes and build on the concepts introduced in previous iterations of the Star Trek universe.

"The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few (or the one)." - Spock & Kirk k

Star trek ii: the wrath of khan and star trek iii: the search for spock.

One of the most iconic quotes from Star Trek , this phrase is closely tied to the heartbreaking scenes of Mr. Spock's death in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan . While it is synonymous with this moment, the phrase also appears in several of the franchise's other films. In this second movie, Spock sacrifices himself to repair the ship and save the crew from ongoing attack , ultimately succumbing to radiation poisoning. His final words to Kirk, emphasizing the logic behind his actions, set the stage for a recurring theme that extends into the next film, Star Trek III: The Search For Spock .

After Spock's resurrection, Kirk offers a different perspective on the phrase. When Spock asks Kirk why he sacrificed so much to help him, Kirk inverts the sentiment by stating that "the needs of the one outweighed the needs of the many." This quote reversal speaks to the ongoing struggle between logic and emotion seen throughout the franchise's various shows, particularly in Star Trek: The Original Series .

"One man can summon the future." - T'Pol / "One man cannot summon the future." - Spock

Star trek: enterprise season 4, episode 13 - "united" & star trek: the original series season 2, episode 10 - "mirror, mirror".

In a crucial moment to protect an operational alliance, Captain Jonathan Archer (Scott Bakula) arranges to take the place of a Tellerite dignitary in a fight to the death with the Andorian Commander, Thy'lek Shran (Jeffrey Combs). First Officer T'Pol (Jolene Blalock) expresses concern for Archer's safety , but he argues that - of the three parties negotiating - his death is the only one that would not endanger the alliance. This fourth season episode of Star Trek: Enterprise hints at the early steps towards forming the United Federation of Planets .

Both instances exemplify the power of individuals in pivotal moments.

The sentiment is inverted in an episode from Star Trek: The Original Series , where Captain James T. Kirk attempts to convince the ruthless Mirror universe Spock of the futility of an illogical universe. Spock is dismissive, stating that " one man cannot summon the future, " but Kirk underscores the significance of individual actions in shaping the present. Both instances exemplify the power of individuals in pivotal moments within the Star Trek universe, reinforcing the idea that personal choices can greatly impact the course of events.

"Change is the essential process of all existence." - Spock

Star trek: the original series season 3, episode 15 - "let that be your last battlefield".

Captain Kirk and the USS Enterprise crew are inadvertently involved in a long-standing conflict between Lokai (Lou Antonio) and Commissioner Bele (Frank Gorshin) , a fugitive and his pursuer from the planet Cheron. This allegorical episode explores themes of racism and prejudice, revenge, hatred, and obsession - the two guest alien characters are too stubbornly caught up in their vendetta to notice the obliteration of their planet. Highlighting this idea and observing their driven visitors' intractable views and behavior, Spock remarks to Bele that " change is the essential process of all existence ." Bele is too focused on his task to capture Lokai, and the lesson goes unheeded.

With change comes progress.

It's an important observation of life , however, subtly acknowledging that with change comes progress. Though the sentiment seems at odds with the slow, stuffy perception of Vulcan tradition, it provides a clear perspective when considering the development and evolution of Vulcan culture and history in shows such as Star Trek: The Original Series and Enterprise .

"Without followers, evil cannot spread." - Spock

Star trek: the original series season 3, episode 5 - "and the children shall lead".

Captain James T. Kirk and the USS Enterprise crew face a formidable enemy that preys on their deepest fears to take over the ship and control their minds. With the help of a group of impressionable young children who follow the "Friendly Angel" known simply as Gorgon (Melvin Belli), a non-corporeal being from the Triacus, Kirk and Spock find themselves isolated and outnumbered on their own ship.

Realizing the children's pivotal role in the enemy's plans, Spock reminds Kirk that evil thrives only with the support of followers . It's a dark moment that highlights the predation of evil on innocents. This insight prompts them to strategize how to reclaim the Enterprise and defeat the Gorgon. The allegorical message of how evil spreads through cooperation, manipulation, and ignorance is a timeless and historically significant lesson that gains new perspective in light of the evolving Vulcan history depicted in later series.

"Logic is the beginning of wisdom, not the end." - Spock

Star trek vi: the undiscovered country.

In the 1991 movie Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country , Spock is confronted with the reality that his protégé, Lt. Valeris (Kim Cattrell) , is conspiring against the Federation to sabotage diplomatic negotiations and assassinate the Klingon Chancellor. Spock's statement that " Logic is the beginning of wisdom, Valeris, not the end " is a profound message that reflects the idea that knowledge and understanding go beyond mere logic. Spock's own diverse experiences and interactions with a mostly Human crew and multiple other alien species undoubtedly shape his perspective, offering an informed insight that wisdom involves more than analysis and reasoning.

Spock's unique background as a Vulcan-human hybrid has given him a deeper understanding of the complexities of wisdom. Despite the long-standing internal struggle between his logical and emotional sides, Spock recognizes the importance of embracing both aspects to achieve true knowledge. Themes of unity and diversity resonate throughout the Star Trek universe , emphasizing the value of different perspectives in finding solutions and ultimately achieving peace.

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Star Trek: Voyager

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Star Trek: Voyager is the fifth Star Trek series. It was created by Rick Berman , Michael Piller , and Jeri Taylor , and ran on UPN , as the network's first ever series, for seven seasons in the USA , from 1995 to 2001 . In some areas without local access to UPN, it was offered to independent stations through Paramount Pictures , for its first six seasons. The series is best known for its familial crew, science fiction based plots, engaging action sequences, and light humor. The writers often noted that many episodes had underlying themes and messages or were metaphors for current social issues. This is the first Star Trek series to feature a female captain in a leading role. However, Kathryn Janeway herself is not the first female captain to be seen within Star Trek as a whole. Additionally, the show gained in popularity for its storylines which frequently featured the Borg . Voyager follows the events of Star Trek: The Next Generation and ran alongside Star Trek: Deep Space Nine during its first five seasons.

• Main Title Theme  file info (composed by Jerry Goldsmith )
• 1 Series summary
• 2 Distinguishing Voyager
• 3 Reception
• 4.1 Starring
• 4.2 Also starring
• 5 Executive producers
• 6 Opening credits
• 7.1 Season 1
• 7.2 Season 2
• 7.3 Season 3
• 7.4 Season 4
• 7.5 Season 5
• 7.6 Season 6
• 7.7 Season 7
• 8 Related topics
• 9 Syndication
• 11 External links

Series summary [ ]

Launched in the year 2371 , the Intrepid -class Federation starship USS Voyager was a ship built to return to Starfleet 's founding principle of scientific exploration. It was fitting that the ship's captain , Kathryn Janeway , rose up through the science ranks rather than command. On the ship's first mission while departing the space station Deep Space 9 , which required it to find and capture a Maquis vessel that disappeared into the treacherous Badlands , the crew of Voyager , as well as that of the Maquis ship it was pursuing, were swept clear across the galaxy and deep into the Delta Quadrant . This was the doing of a powerful alien being known as the Caretaker . The seventy thousand light year transit cost the lives of over a dozen crew members. Captain Janeway was forced to destroy the massive alien array that housed the remains of the Caretaker. In doing so, she saved an alien race, the Ocampa , but stranded Voyager and the crew in the Delta Quadrant.

United in a common purpose, the surviving Maquis rebels joined with Janeway's Starfleet-trained crew on Voyager . Though a journey back to the Alpha Quadrant would have taken more than seventy years through unknown and treacherous territory , the crew of Voyager was well served by Janeway's skilled leadership and their own steadfast determination. Ultimately, Voyager returned to the Alpha Quadrant in seven years.

The crew's journey home was eventful. Voyager made first contact with over four hundred completely new species in the Delta Quadrant, discovered links to Earth 's early space exploration history , utilized and even pioneered new technologies, all the while engaging in countless other adventures. (" Distant Origin ")

The crew encountered species ranging from the violent and ruthless Kazon , the Phage -afflicted Vidiians , the colorful Talaxians and the ephemeral Ocampa . The crew's other encounters included run-ins with the temporal sophistication of the Krenim , the predatory Hirogen , the toxic Malon and the scheming Hierarchy . The crew picked up passengers along the way, including the wily but extremely resourceful Talaxian Neelix (who served, at times, as Voyager 's ambassador , morale officer , and even head chef ), along with the Ocampan telepath Kes (who, as a parting gift to the crew, used her powers of telekinesis to thrust Voyager 9,500 light years closer to the Alpha Quadrant).

Most memorable, however, were Voyager 's repeated clashes with the dreaded Borg . While each encounter posed grave danger, Voyager was able to prevail every time. At one point, Janeway actually negotiated a temporary peace with the Borg when they perceived a common threat in a mysterious alien species from fluidic space . (" Scorpion ") At other times, she was able to liberate drones from the Borg Collective , including Seven of Nine (who became a permanent member of the crew), Mezoti , Azan , Rebi , and Icheb . Other instances pitted Voyager against not only the Borg, but also against the nightmarish Borg Queen herself.

Several years after Voyager 's disappearance into the Delta Quadrant, Starfleet Command learned of the starship's fate. Subsequently, the Pathfinder Project was created, a Starfleet Communications project that attempted to communicate with Voyager through the MIDAS array , via a micro-wormhole and the Hirogen communications network . Thanks to the hard work and enthusiasm of Lieutenant Reginald Barclay , the communications technology improved to a level whereby contact could be made on a regular basis. In 2377 , the crew was able to receive monthly data streams from Earth that included letters from the crew's families, tactical upgrades, and news about the Alpha Quadrant.

By the end of the year, Voyager made a triumphant return to the Alpha Quadrant, under the guidance of Starfleet and the Pathfinder Project, by utilizing and then destroying a Borg transwarp hub , and after a turbulent trip, a celebration was held in honor of Voyager 's return back home.

Distinguishing Voyager [ ]

Despite the general prosperity of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine , Paramount pressured Rick Berman for yet another Star Trek television series. Although it was decided very early on that the new series would be set aboard a starship once again, it was important for the writers to vary the series from Star Trek: The Next Generation in other ways. Berman stated, " When Voyager came around and we knew we were going to place the next series back on a starship we wanted to do it in a way that was not going to be that redundant when it came to The Next Generation . So we had a certain amount of conflict on the ship because of the Maquis. We had a different dynamic because we were not speaking every day to Starfleet and because we had a female captain. Those were the major differences that set this show apart from the others… It had the core belief of what Star Trek was all about, both in terms of the excitement and the action and in terms of the provocative elements of ideas that Star Trek has always been known to present to the audience. " ( Star Trek: Voyager Companion  (p. ? ))

The series' premise of being lost in deep space was itself a variation on a theme explored in The Next Generation . Michael Piller explained, " We remembered the episodes, many episodes, where Q would show up and throw one of our ships or one of our people off to a strange part of the universe. And we'd have to figure out why we were there, how we were going to get back, and ultimately – by the end of an episode – we'd get back home. But […] we started to talk about what would happen if we didn't get home. That appealed to us a great deal […] You have to understand that Rick, Jeri and I had no interest in simply putting a bunch of people on another ship and sending them out to explore the universe. We wanted to bring something new to the Gene Roddenberry universe. The fans would have been the first people to criticize us if we had not brought something new to it. But everything new, everything was… a challenge, in the early stages of development of Voyager." ("Braving the Unknown: Season 1", VOY Season 1 DVD special features)

Jeri Taylor concurred that Voyager had to be different from its predecessors. She stated, " We felt a need to create an avenue for new and fresh storytelling. We are forced into creating a new universe. We have to come up with new aliens, we have to come up with new situations. " Taylor also recalled, " We knew we were taking some risks. We decided, in a very calculated way, to cut our ties with everything that was familiar. This is a dangerous thing to do. There is no more Starfleet, there are no more admirals to tell us what we can and cannot do, there are no Romulans, there are no Klingons, there are no Ferengi, no Cardassians. All those wonderful array of villains that the audience has come to love and hate at the same time will no longer be there. This is a tricky thing to do. " ("Braving the Unknown: Season 1", VOY Season 1 DVD special features)

Differentiating the new series from what had gone before hardened the challenge of inventing the series' main characters. Jeri Taylor recounted, " It took a long, long time, it took us weeks and weeks and weeks, even to come up with a cast of characters, because we found that so many wonderful characters had already been done and we didn't want to exactly repeat ourselves. We'd come up with an idea then say, 'No, that's too much like Data ,' or, 'That's too much like Odo ,' or, 'That's too much like Worf .' So to try to find the right balance of characters, in terms of gender and alien species and that kind of thing, really took a long time. " ("Braving the Unknown: Season 1", VOY Season 1 DVD special features)

↑ John Van Citters listed "VGR" as the series' official abbreviation when announcing the "DSC" abbreviation for Star Trek: Discovery . [1] MA , among other venues, will continue to use the abbreviation VOY for Voyager , for historical reasons.

Reception [ ]

During its seven-year run, Star Trek: Voyager was nominated for 34 Emmy Awards , mostly in "technical" categories such as visual effects and makeup. It won seven, including "Outstanding Individual Achievement in Main Title Theme Music" for Jerry Goldsmith 's theme.

Main cast [ ]

Starring [ ].

• Kate Mulgrew as Captain Kathryn Janeway

Also starring [ ]

• Robert Beltran as Commander Chakotay
• Roxann Biggs-Dawson as Lieutenant B'Elanna Torres
• Jennifer Lien as Kes ( 1995 - 1997 )
• Robert Duncan McNeill as Lieutenant Tom Paris
• Ethan Phillips as Neelix
• Robert Picardo as The Doctor
• Tim Russ as Lieutenant Commander Tuvok
• Jeri Ryan as Seven of Nine ( 1997 - 2001 )
• Garrett Wang as Ensign Harry Kim

Executive producers [ ]

• Rick Berman – Executive Producer
• Michael Piller – Executive Producer (1995-1996)
• Jeri Taylor – Executive Producer (1995-1998)
• Brannon Braga – Executive Producer (1998-2000)
• Kenneth Biller – Executive Producer (2000-2001)

Opening credits [ ]

The opening credits for Star Trek: Voyager contained imagery of USS Voyager passing near various spatial phenomena.

Episode list [ ]

Season 1 [ ].

Season 1 , 15 episodes:

Season 2 [ ]

Season 2 , 26 episodes:

Season 3 [ ]

Season 3 , 26 episodes:

Season 4 [ ]

Season 4 , 26 episodes:

Season 5 [ ]

Season 5 , 25 episodes:

Season 6 [ ]

Season 6 , 26 episodes:

Season 7 [ ]

Season 7 , 24 episodes:

Related topics [ ]

• VOY directors
• VOY performers
• VOY recurring characters
• VOY studio models
• VOY writers
• Recurring characters
• Character crossover appearances
• Undeveloped VOY episodes
• Paramount Stage 8
• Paramount Stage 9
• Paramount Stage 16

Syndication [ ]

With five seasons, Voyager reached syndication in some markets airing in a daily strip on weekdays in most markets or as a weekly strip on weekends in selected markets, with the first cycle of episodes from the first five seasons began airing on 13 September 1999 , with the second cycle of episodes covering the 25 episodes of Season 6 and the final episode of Season 5 beginning on 13 November 2000 and the final cycle of episodes covering episodes of the final season and the final episode of Season 6 beginning on 25 October 2001 . Voyager was broadcast in syndication for four years until 12 September 2003 , with some stations continuing to carry Voyager after leaving syndication.

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• Star Trek: Voyager soundtracks
• Star Trek: Voyager on VHS
• Star Trek: Voyager on LaserDisc
• Star Trek: Voyager on DVD

External links [ ]

• Star Trek: Voyager at Wikipedia
• Star Trek: Voyager at Memory Beta , the wiki for licensed Star Trek works
• Star Trek: Voyager at the Internet Movie Database
• Star Trek: Voyager at TV IV
• Star Trek: Voyager at StarTrek.com
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Star trek: voyager predicted ai-generated art 23 years ago.

Star Trek: Voyager season 7 seems to argue in favor of AI-generated artwork, but what does Star Trek really have to say about generative AI?

• Star Trek: Voyager's Doctor raises questions about AI rights in art, highlighting the ethical issues of AI-generated artwork.
• The Doctor's holonovel dilemma parallels today's AI art landscape, where AI-generated work lacks copyright protection.
• The future of AI in Star Trek lies in the holodeck, acting as a more advanced form of generative AI compared to the Doctor.

Today's debates around AI-generated art were predicted by Star Trek: Voyager 23 years ago. In Voyager season 7, episode 20, "Author, Author", Voyager's holographic Doctor (Robert Picardo) writes a holonovel called "Photons Be Free", which draws heavy inspiration from the Doctor's own experiences interacting with the crew of the USS Voyager . The novel is a hit in the Alpha Quadrant, but there's a wrinkle when the unfavorable depiction of the Voyager crew prompts the Doctor to reconsider his artistic approach. The Doctor resolves to make revisions to the program's characters but discovers that he's legally unable to do so.

As an artificial life form, the Doctor can be compared to characters like Star Trek: The Next Generation 's Lt. Commander Data (Brent Spiner). Data's personhood was legally determined in TNG season 2, episode 19, "The Measure of a Man", which provided the blueprint for future Star Trek courtroom dramas debating the rights of life forms that don't fit the default human model. Starfleet determines that Data is a person, and entitled to all the rights thereof, so the precedent set in "The Measure of a Man" implies that Star Trek is in favor of civil rights for artificial intelligence. But what does Star Trek have to say about AI art?

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How star trek: voyager's doctor compares to modern generative ai, the emergency medical hologram creates art more like a human..

Star Trek: Voyager 's question about whether AI like the Doctor has rights as an artist feels unusually prescient in today's AI-saturated art landscape. With characters clearly based on Voyager's crew and events in the novel echoing familiar Star Trek: Voyager stories, the Doctor's holonovel is derivative in a way that resembles today's AI-generated artwork, particularly because modern AI must be trained on a body of work created by humans who haven't consented to the use of their creations -- or, like on Voyager , their likenesses. Just like the publisher arguing the Doctor has no legal claim to "Photons Be Free", artwork created by AI today can't be copyrighted.

There's a vast difference between the AI that generates artwork in the 2020s and Star Trek: Voyager 's Doctor. Today's AI models rely heavily on pattern recognition to algorithmically generate work based on the examples that they've been trained on. Generative AI uses those examples to predict what words or pixels are most likely to appear in proximity to one another, given the data it has access to. Sentient holograms on Star Trek , however, are narrative stand-ins for marginalized groups. The Doctor gains some civil rights because Star Trek: Voyager 's story is actually saying that human artists should have control of their work , not that AI models are people.

Data's rights as a creator were called into question in TNG season 3, episode 16, "The Offspring", after Data created his daughter, Lal (Hallie Todd), but the inconclusive nature of Lal's case means there's no precedent for the Doctor's petition for holographic rights.

The Real Future Of Generative AI On Star Trek Is The Holodeck

The holodeck is like an advanced form of today's ai learning models..

The future of generative AI on Star Trek isn't in its characters, but the holodeck. Like modern AI models, the holodeck generates work based on user prompts, with personal programs containing parameters for specific story elements like characters, environment, and narratives. Star Trek 's holodecks , like those on the USS Enterprise-D in Star Trek: The Next Generation and the USS Voyager, are essentially trained on information from ships' databases to predict what happens, and what that looks like in fully-realized, immersive 3D. Privately-owned holosuites like on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine may rely on smaller data sets, but can still only generate characters based on pre-existing parameters.

In Star Trek: Deep Space Nine , season 3, episode 8, "Meridian", Quark (Armin Shimerman) must get a scan of Major Kira Nerys (Nana Visitor) to satisfy a customer's desire to put Kira in a holosuite program.

The holodeck is a far better example of AI-generated art in action than the Doctor in Star Trek: Voyager . In Star Trek: Lower Decks season 3, episode 8, "Crisis Point 2: Paradoxus", Ensign Brad Boimler (Jack Quaid) provides insufficient input, so, just like modern AI confidently "hallucinating" output, the holodeck generates nonsense like the character Knicknac (Ben Rodgers) and Ki-ty-ha's platitudes like "the purpose of life is… a life of purpose." The Doctor, however, learns like a person by doing research and correcting mistakes. By proving the Doctor is a sentient life form and not just a program, Star Trek: Voyager champions the rights of human artists today, not AI.

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Best 15 Chakotay Quotes – Star Trek Voyager

July 22, 2021, 9:55 am

When it comes to Star Trek Voyager, Chakotay’s wisdom shines through. Explore the top 15 memorable quotes from the beloved character. From leadership insights to thought-provoking moments, these quotes are sure to inspire and resonate with fans.

Chakotay Quotes

1- “Should the crew be ready to die for those principles?” – Chakotay

2- “Monsters in the replicator. Who else on this ship can handle that?” – Chakotay

3- “Harry, you and I were lucky enough to enjoy the doctor’s scintillating exhibition for two full hours. Would it really be fair of us to deny our friends the same unforgettable experience?” – Chakotay

4- “Killing’s the worst thing I’ve ever had to do.” – Chakotay

5- “I can tell you a story, an ancient legend among my people. It’s about an angry warrior who lived his life in conflict with the rest of his tribe. A man who couldn’t find peace, even with the help of his spirit guide. For years he struggled with his discontent. The only satisfaction he ever got came when he was in battle. That made him a hero among his tribe, but the warrior still longed for peace within himself. One day, he and his war party were captured by a neighbouring tribe led by a woman warrior. She called on him to join her tribe because her tribe was too small and weak to defend itself from all its enemies. The woman warrior was brave and beautiful and very wise. The angry warrior swore to himself that he would stay by her side, doing whatever he could to make her burden lighter. From that point on, her needs would come first. And in that way, the warrior began to know the true meaning of peace.” – Chakotay

6- “It doesn’t matter what you’re made of, what matters is who you are. You’re our friend and we want you back.” – Chakotay

7- “It is a tempting prospect, but when I hold it up against the prospect of seeing the sunrise over the Arizona desert, or swimming in the gulf of Mexico on a summer’s day, there’s just no comparison. I want to go home.” – Chakotay

8- “Every culture has its demons… they embody the darkest emotions of its people. Giving them physical form in heoric literature is a way of exploring those feelings.” – Chakotay

9- “Sometimes a ritual becomes more important than what it represents.”

10- “One man’s wilderness is another man’s theme park.”

11- “The only way to find out what’s on the other side is to build a bridge.”

12- “In a pitched battle, when the odds are against us, I want you at my side.”

13- “When a storm is coming, all other birds seek shelter. The eagle alone avoids the storm by flying above it. So, in the storms of life, may your heart soar like an eagle.”

14- “There’s an old saying: Fortune favors the bold.”

15- “In the Maquis, we used to say that those who fight beside you are your brothers and sisters. Those who fight against you are your enemies.”

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