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Star Trek: Discovery - Ep. 7 - Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad
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Star Trek: Discovery episode 7

Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad

 
A figure familiar to Lorca and Lt. Tyler from the Klingon prison ship attacks the Discovery, intending to deliver the ship to their former captors.
 
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Star Trek: Discovery / Ep. 7 : Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad
Episode 7 | Aired on October 29, 2017 | TV-14 | 48 min. | Paramount+
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    Episode 2
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 3 - Context Is for Kings
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 4 - The Butcher's Knife Cares Not for the Lamb's Cry
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 5 - Choose Your Pain
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 6 - Lethe
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    Lethe
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    Episode 7
    Magic to Make the Sanest Man Go Mad
  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 8 - Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 9 - Into the Forest I Go
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 10 - Despite Yourself
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 11 - The Wolf Inside
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 12 - Vaulting Ambition
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 13 - What's Past is Prologue
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  • Star Trek: Discovery - Episode 14 - The War Without, the War Within
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Star Trek: Discovery episode 7 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

The USS Discovery, equipped with a unique spore drive, faces a complex challenge when Harry Mudd, seeking revenge against Captain Lorca, infiltrates the ship. Mudd, intent on selling the Discovery to the Klingons, traps the crew in a time loop. Lieutenant Stamets, altered by Tardigrade DNA, is key in identifying the loop. Michael Burnham and Lieutenant Ash Tyler work together to outmaneuver Mudd. They exploit Mudd's past and arrange for him to be taken by Stella, his former lover, and her father, thus neutralizing the threat and restoring normalcy aboard the Discovery.

Full Episode S00E07 Recap

### Introduction - **Location**: USS Discovery - **Context**: This recap details the events of a "Star Trek: Discovery" episode involving time loops, the spore drive, and Harry Mudd's revenge. ### Discovery's Unique Spore Drive - **Scene**: Briefing Room - Captain Lorca highlights Discovery's unique spore hub drive. - Lieutenant Stamets is affected by Tardigrade DNA, altering his personality. ### Lorca and Ash Tyler - **Scene**: Klingon Prison Cell - Lorca meets Lieutenant Ash Tyler in a Klingon prison. - They discuss the harsh realities of survival and plan an escape. ### Michael Burnham's Personal Log - **Scene**: Michael's Quarters - Burnham reflects on her integration into the Discovery crew. - She notes the ship's role in the Federation-Klingon war and her observations of crew members, especially Tyler. ### The Party - **Scene**: Mess Hall - The crew enjoys a party, showcasing their camaraderie and respite from war. - Burnham and Tilly discuss social interactions and relationships, particularly with Tyler. - Tyler gives a toast to fallen comrades. ### Bridge Alert and Gormagander Encounter - **Scene**: Bridge - An endangered space creature, a gormagander, is detected and brought aboard for conservation, as per Starfleet protocol. ### Harry Mudd's Intrusion - **Scene**: Cargo Bay - Mudd, seeking revenge and profit, emerges from the gormagander. - He declares his intent to sell Discovery to the Klingons as payback against Lorca. ### Time Loop Realization - **Scene**: Various Locations - Stamets, unaffected by the time loops due to his DNA alteration, tries to warn the crew. - The crew begins to notice anomalies, indicating they are in a repeating time loop. ### Confronting Mudd - **Scene**: Bridge and Engineering - Mudd takes control of the ship, repeatedly killing Lorca and seeking the spore drive's secrets. - The crew, led by Burnham and Tyler, plans to outsmart Mudd and break the loop. ### Final Confrontation and Resolution - **Scene**: Bridge and Engineering - Burnham and Tyler trick Mudd into thinking she is worth more to the Klingons than the ship. - They expose Mudd's deception and reunite him with his "beloved" Stella and her father, effectively neutralizing his threat. ### Reflection and Progress - **Scene**: Discovery Corridors - Burnham and Tyler reflect on their experiences and growing relationship. - Burnham closes with thoughts on change and belonging.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the USS Discovery unique in Starfleet?

The USS Discovery is equipped with a displacement-activated spore hub drive, a unique propulsion system.

Who has been affected by Tardigrade DNA in the Discovery crew?

Lieutenant Stamets injected himself with the Tardigrade DNA compound, affecting his personality and abilities.

What is the primary purpose of the USS Discovery in the Federation-Klingon war?

The Discovery serves as a vital weapon in the war, using its spore drive for strategic advantages.

What challenges does Michael Burnham face aboard the Discovery?

Burnham struggles with integrating into the crew, forming relationships, and stepping out of her comfort zone.

How does Lieutenant Ash Tyler meet Captain Lorca?

Lorca meets Tyler in a Klingon prison cell, where they discuss survival and plan an escape.

What event brings the crew of the Discovery together in a relaxed setting?

A party is held aboard the Discovery, showcasing crew camaraderie and offering a break from war tensions.

Who is Harry Mudd and what is his objective?

Harry Mudd is a character seeking revenge against Captain Lorca and plans to sell the Discovery to the Klingons.

How does the crew of the Discovery discover they are in a time loop?

Lieutenant Stamets, unaffected by the time loop, warns the crew, leading them to notice repeating anomalies.

What strategy does the Discovery crew use to outsmart Harry Mudd?

The crew tricks Mudd into believing Burnham is more valuable to the Klingons than the ship itself.

How is Harry Mudd's threat neutralized at the end?

Mudd is tricked into being reunited with Stella and her father, who ensure he stays out of Starfleet's way.

 
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