The Star Trek comics try to retcon Miles O’Brien into a war criminal
As a long-standing devotee of the Star Trek universe, I find myself deeply disillusioned by the current state of affairs. Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, a beacon of hope and excellence, has been eclipsed by a shadow of its former self. The once noble moral compass that guided the franchise seems to have been lost at warp speed.
Deep Space Nine stands out among all Star Trek series and films as one of the most significant and skillfully crafted stories. This series is consistently recognized as a top-tier Star Trek production, often cited in discussions about the franchise’s best works. It was genuine and thoughtful, tackling complex themes that resonated with viewers. It was truly exceptional television.
More recently, we can’t keep repeating the same sentiment about Star Trek. Fans are growing tired because it seems to stray further and further from its original intent as a moral drama. It appears to have been modified, analyzed, and reformed to resemble common popular culture. Now, it lacks the uniqueness that once defined it. Instead, it feels like imitations of Guardians of the Galaxy or Rick & Morty. It has lost its identity.
It’s no wonder that the comics are adopting similar themes. In the 17th installment of Star Trek: Defiant, penned by Christopher Cantwell, Miles O’Brien, a revered figure from the Dominion War, is being charged with war crimes. One of his students at Starfleet Academy accuses him, pointing to his deployment of self-replicating mines which supposedly caused harm to the Dominion as evidence of such actions.
It seems that, according to the comics, Section 31 is employing mines to strategically cut off food supplies to Dominion planets in the Gamma Quadrant. The cadet involved compares this action unfavorably to Robert Oppenheimer and his development of the atomic bomb, criticizing her professor (O’Brien). In a later scene within the comic, O’Brien is reprimanded for using an offensive term towards Cardassians, who are known for their horrific war crimes.
In this comic plot, they aim to entangle O’Brien in a scenario involving Worf and the Defiant, simultaneously attempting to undermine his typical tough demeanor. The primary objective was to create a connection with contemporary events and unsettle O’Brien deeply, but unfortunately, it resulted in an underwhelming and pitiful portrayal instead.
It’s disgraceful and sneaky for a student who has never experienced war to tear down a person with a noble and strong character. The fact that Professor O’Brien, in response, seemingly agreed with or acknowledged the student’s argument is absurdly comical.
It’s disheartening to witness this unfold, as there seemed to be potential for intrigue. However, the way it was handled and O’Brien’s subsequent acknowledgment of the cadet’s viewpoint undermines the previously admired character. The motivation behind these modern writers to undo the established elements remains a mystery that I can’t quite fathom.
As a dedicated game enthusiast, I’d advise against tampering with the roots of your career, or else you might encounter the challenging task of crafting Star Trek tales without the passionate support of its loyal fanbase.
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2024-07-31 03:23