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One Star Trek: Picard character is perfect for their own spinoff series

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One Star Trek: Picard character is perfect for their own spinoff series

As a longtime Trekkie who’s been beaming through the cosmos since the original series graced our screens, I must say that Star Trek: Picard has been a rollercoaster ride of emotions. The potential was there, but alas, it seemed to have lost its way amidst creative upheaval and a focus on the familiar rather than the new.

Star Trek: Picard had a wealth of possibilities but unfortunately, it unraveled due to poor management and a lack of direction. While the series concluded satisfactorily in its third season, some viewers felt that it leaned too heavily on nostalgia, revisiting the past more than necessary. Nevertheless, the show delivered on fan expectations by taking us on another journey with the original crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise-D.

For many Star Trek enthusiasts, Picard was considered as a spiritual continuation of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Given that the initial season hinted at the comeback of Jean-Luc Picard, William Riker, Deanna Troi, and Data, it’s no wonder fans anticipated another adventure with this familiar crew. However, it wasn’t until three complete seasons that they delivered what fans had been eagerly waiting for. Regrettably, to achieve this, the show creators found themselves needing to eliminate most of the new characters to make space.

In essence, this implied the unfortunate necessity to eliminate several intriguing and distinct characters, one of whom being Elnor. For those unacquainted, Elnor was a young Romulan who had been affiliated with Jean-Luc Picard since the beginning of season one. By season two, he had become part of Starfleet. Being an expressive Romulan in a sense, he presented a fresh take on the traditional “Vulcan crew member” archetype.

Beyond just being a swordsman, he introduced an unprecedented and distinctive element to Star Trek that was reminiscent of a Lord of the Rings elf, which was refreshingly different for Picard. Interestingly enough, his name is indeed Elvish, reflecting his unique character. However, it’s worth noting that in season one, he was underutilized, barely appearing in season two, and absent entirely in season three.

A remarkable personality that vanished due to persistent artistic change. It’s crucial to correct this soon. In fact, isn’t everyone curious about an elf in space? Elnor boasts a distinctive, appealing appearance. He’s endearing and captivating, with the potential to lead a series if provided the opportunity.

In a narrative style reminiscent of high-fantasy quests, particularly when he’s part of such storylines, his appearance and demeanor set him apart from traditional Star Trek lead characters. His look, with its hints of sword-wielding, informal Romulan attire, aligns with this genre’s aesthetic. This unique character, fresh from decades of established narratives, presents an exciting opportunity for the next Star Trek series, offering both a distinct directive and overall atmosphere that can be further developed and explored.

Personally, an Elnor-led show sounds a lot better than trying to do yet another retread of the Next Generation series (this time in the form of “Star Trek: Legacy”). The franchise is bigger than one character and it’s bigger than one family. We don’t need more stories involving the Picards, tell the story of the elf-like Elnor and see what new magic the franchise can find.

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2024-10-13 00:23

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