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Introduction The episode starts with a panning shot of the planet Tars Lamora. The main character, Dal, gets confronted by an enforcer named Drednok. It is hinted that Dal knows the location of Fugitive Zero right before a technical error induced by them occurs, allowing Dal to get away from Drednok. Characters & Plot Dal escapes on multiple different transporting vehicles, eventually coming to a point where he can almost escape the planet, then falls back down and gets locked up. During Dal’s time in custody, he talks with Fugitive Zero (who is a medusan) and The Deviner’s daughter, Gwyn. Dal is allowed one more day to find Fugitive Zero before being taken care of once and for all. After a hint from Gwyn, Dal heads to the Northwest Crevasse, getting tethered to a giant rock creature he visibly dislikes. Dal gets into a fight with said creature, which causes Dal to fire a gun that makes the area cave in. Dal is just barely saved by the rock creature, and it’s revealed that there’s ...

Introduction In “Section 31” the movie dives into the secretive and often questionable actions of Starfleet’s undercover agency, Section 31. Following the lead, Philippa Georgiou, who is stated to be from an alternate timeline she once ruled over as the Emperor of the Terran Empire, Georgiou struggles with moral dilemmas as she explores her newfound relationships whilst deciding whether to join Starfleet or not. Plot As the movie continues, Georgiou uncovers a mysterious weapon, the Godsend, that she created long ago, threatening the stability of the universe as a whole. Georgiou’s journey is presented with multiple complex alliances, enemies, and untrustworthy allies which all serve as obstacles that challenge the progress of her growth as a character and ally. The Message The narrative of “Section 31” mixes themes of loyalty and sacrifice together, blurring the line between what is and isn’t considered moral, challenging the viewers to consider how far they would go to protect...

I have mixed feelings: I love Michelle Yeoh's work. I love Emperor Philippa Georgiou's character arc in Star Trek: Discovery. I love the design of the mirror universe costumes. Also, I typically enjoy undercover, high stakes sci-fi action. However, this Section 31 side quest (outside of Federation space) misses the mark for me. My continuity concerns have left me puzzled and disappointed.  Quick Recap Emperor Philippa Georgiou joins a secret division of Starfleet. Tasked with protecting the United Federation of Planets, she must also face the sins of her past. Timeline The prologue takes place in the 23rd century. However, the main story takes place on stardate 1292.4 (aka 2324). Thus, this movie takes place before The Next Generation in the Star Trek timeline; Tasha Yar was living through the lawlessness of Turkana IV around that time. No explanation is given for how San traversed the apparent six decades between the flashback faking his death in the mirror universe and his 24...