Star Trek: Prodigy season 1 episode 11 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
The crew embarks on a covert mission to save a rare Aquathawn from poachers, wrestling with their past as starship thieves versus heroes. At a Federation Comm Relay Station, they hope to join Starfleet but face unexpected challenges during a biometric scan, leading to a directive to report to Starfleet Command. Amidst malfunctioning systems and wrongful sabotage accusations, they daringly escape back to their ship. Gwyn confronts her past and the true nature of their ship, while Vice Admiral Janeway discovers a life form in stasis, hinting at more mysteries.
Full Episode S01E11 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Prime Directive that the crew is trying to adhere to?
The Prime Directive is a fundamental principle in Starfleet that prohibits interference with the internal development of alien civilizations.
Who is Gwyn and what danger does she face?
Gwyn is a member of the crew who faces danger from poachers while trying to save the Aquathawn.
What is the significance of the Aquathawn?
The Aquathawn is a rare species whose ecosystem is crucial, and it's one of the last of its kind.
What does the crew discover about the Aquathawn?
They find out that the Aquathawn has babies, which adds importance to their mission of relocating it.
What is the crew's main goal in approaching the Federation Comm Relay Station?
Their goal is to return the borrowed starship to Starfleet and ask for asylum, hoping to join Starfleet.
Who do they meet at the relay station?
They meet Lieutenant Junior Grade Barniss Frex at the comm relay station.
What happens during the biometric scan?
The scan reveals the crew's diverse species and origins, and it triggers a directive for one of them to report to Starfleet Command.
How do Vice Admiral Janeway and Captain Chakotay feature in the episode?
Vice Admiral Janeway reminisces about Captain Chakotay and is determined to find him, indicating he might be in danger or missing.
What causes chaos at the comm relay station?
The station starts malfunctioning and the crew is wrongfully accused of causing it.
How does the crew escape the relay station?
They make a daring space jump back to their ship, overcoming the chaotic situation at the station.
What significant memory does Gwyn recall?
Gwyn remembers everything, realizing the true nature of their ship as a weapon.
What discovery does Vice Admiral Janeway make at the end of the episode?
She finds a life form in stasis, potentially Captain Chakotay, which could lead to new revelations.
