The disappearance of Star Trek: Discovery’s Klingons is a positive sign for Star Trek
As a lifelong Star Trek enthusiast who’s been through the Klingon transformation saga since the early days of TOS, I must say that the recent developments in Lower Decks and other series have brought a renewed hope to this old Vulcan heart. The return of the classic Klingons, or at least a version reminiscent of them, is a step in the right direction.
Warning: SPOILERS for Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 5, Episode 4 – “A Farewell To Farms”
In its premiere, Star Trek: Discovery’s redesigned Klingons left fans unimpressed due to their stark contrast to the familiar versions we knew. Actress Mary Chieffo, who played L’Rell on Discovery, explained that these new Klingons belonged to an ancient faction, but fans found it hard to accept as they seemed like entirely different extraterrestrial beings. Fortunately, they didn’t appear beyond season two and have not returned since. It seems this change may persist in the future.
In the fifth season of Star Trek: Lower Decks, titled “A Farewell to Arms,” the character Chieffo reappears as Klingon K’Elarra, who bears a striking resemblance to the Klingons from Star Trek: The Next Generation. Similarly, the Klingons in the series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds are reminiscent of our old favorites. In essence, this continuity suggests positive developments for the Star Trek franchise. [Paraphrased from the original]
Fans vocally expressed their opinions when Discovery reintroduced the Klingons, and indeed, their voices were acknowledged. However, following season two, these Klingons were absent altogether from Discovery. Fortunately, Star Trek has reverted back to the traditional Klingon race in more recent times, leaving out the other species for Lower Decks’ final season.
It may not appear significant at first glance, but this move demonstrates that the team responsible for Star Trek is attentive, albeit intermittently. They realized introducing a Discovery-Klingon character into any of their other series would cause a substantial backlash. Consequently, they addressed our concerns, and it highlights the importance of speaking up if we want to influence Alex Kurtzman and others in charge. This development is encouraging for those who continue to envision shows like Star Trek: Legacy in the future. It also suggests that we can bring about changes in Star Trek not just by vocalizing our opinions, but also by how we choose to watch.
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2024-11-08 04:23