Altered Trek

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We discuss the upcoming CBS All Access series featuring Jean-Luc Picard, speculate on potential plot directions, and share thoughts on the status of the film franchise following the departure of Chris Pine and Chris Hemsworth. We also touch upon local community fan events, the casting of Ethan Peck as Spock for Discovery season two, and the Star Trek franchise receiving the Emmy Governors Award.

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We break down the latest San Diego Comic-Con trailer for Star Trek: Discovery Season 2, including the introduction of Captain Pike and the return of the original TOS uniform aesthetic. We also discuss recent developments in Star Trek Online, including its expansion content and story integration, alongside the latest book releases for the Star Trek Adventures tabletop RPG. Additionally, we touch on the upcoming Star Trek vs. Transformers comic crossover, the retrospective on Star Trek toys in The Toys That Made Us, and the announcement of the Short Treks anthology series.

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On this episode of "Future Imperfect," Admiral Phillips and Captain Dodd jump into Star Trek Discovery Season 2 News, Star Trek and Universal Studios Theme Park, Star Trek Online's Expansion 'Victory is Life', Bridge Commander, Franchise Evolutions, and Our Opinions on the State of Trek.

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On this episode of "Future Imperfect," Admiral Phillips and Captain Dodd jump into Star Trek Discovery Season 2 News and Our Thoughts as well as the CBS Viacom Merger and Star Trek Online's June 2018 Expansion, 'Victory is Life.'Be sure to let us know your thoughts by sending us an email or connecting on twitter @AlteredGeek, @FutureWarped, we would love to hear from you! So until next time Live Long and Prosper!This week's LCARS  is #OFFLINEMake sure you Interact with the show via:Email:[email protected]:Steve "Megatron" PhillipsMike "The Birdman" Dodd

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Caution On this episode of "Future Imperfect," as Admiral Phillips and Captain Dodd jump into a possibly polarizing topic of politics, the future and coming together as one. In the era where mankind with differing beliefs can become as Gene Roddenberry believed in Star Trek's inception. Captain Kirk best represents this as, "There’s no such thing as the unknown — only things temporarily hidden, temporarily not understood."Be sure to let us know your thoughts by sending us an email or connecting on twitter @AlteredGeek, @FutureWarped, we would love to hear from you! So until next time Live Long and Prosper!This week's LCARS  is #OFFLINEMake sure you Interact with the show via:Email:[email protected]:Steve "Megatron" PhillipsMike "The Birdman" Dodd

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On this episode of "Future Imperfect," Admiral Phillips is joined by Captain Dodd to examine artificial lifeforms in that of The Doctor, Joe, or simply the EMH. We breakdown our love of these photonic beings and what makes them more human than a character such as Data.Be sure to let us know your thoughts by sending us an email or connecting on twitter @AlteredGeek, @FutureWarped, we would love to hear from you! So until next time Live Long and Prosper!This week's LCARS  is #OFFLINEMake sure you Interact with the show via:Email:[email protected]:Steve "Megatron" PhillipsMike "The Birdman" Dodd

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Mike and Steve discuss the lack of long-term dramatic tension and character mortality in various Star Trek series compared to modern television like The Walking Dead or Game of Thrones. They examine the reliance on the episodic format, the frequent use of time travel to reverse consequences, and why significant changes to ships and cast members are often relegated to the film franchise. Additionally, they touch upon their experiences with Star Trek Online, the geography of the galaxy, and the recurring trope of hostile encounters in Star Trek: Enterprise.

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A dive into the history, design philosophy, and mission profiles of various Starfleet vessels, ranging from the Constitution class to the Defiant, Sovereign, and Galaxy classes. The discussion moves from the fictional evolution of ship tech and military requirements within the Federation to real-world advancements in space exploration, including automation, radiation protection, and the critical role of mental health in long-term space flight. Comparisons are drawn between the technical focus of Star Trek and the MechWarrior franchise, as well as the parallels between modern space agencies and the future of interstellar travel.

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The hosts break down their experiences playing the Modiphius Entertainment Star Trek Adventures tabletop role-playing game, including the living campaign and fan-made ship content. The conversation then shifts to a detailed review of the first season of Star Trek: Discovery. They discuss the show's serialized format, character development, emotional arcs, and how it compares to both classic series and The Orville. The group also touches upon their involvement in the Starfleet fan organization and how they use its educational resources to better understand complex lore like the Mirror Universe.

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A discussion on the first season of Star Trek: Discovery, focusing on the experience of binge-watching the series versus a weekly format. The conversation covers the aesthetics, the controversial design of the ship and the Klingons, the integration of new technology into existing series continuity, and the impact of the writing process on the season's pacing. The hosts also explore how the show reflects its contemporary cultural context and share their reactions to the season finale's plot developments.