Ep 16. Q-Who?
- TV-PG
- May 8, 1989
- 45 min
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8.9 (5,271)
In Star Trek: The Next Generation season 2 episode 16 entitled "Q-Who?", the crew of the Enterprise encounters the powerful being known as Q once again, who warns them that they are not ready to face the dangers that lie beyond the edge of known space. In an effort to prove their worthiness, Captain Picard accepts Q's challenge to take the Enterprise to a remote region of space, where they soon encounter a new and deadly enemy.
As the Enterprise explores this previously uncharted area of space, they discover a Borg cube, whose advanced technology and seemingly unstoppable power pose a threat unlike anything they have ever faced before. The Borg are a cybernetic civilization that have assimilated countless other species and have a hive mind, controlled by the Borg Queen.
Picard and the crew must find a way to defend themselves and prevent the Borg from advancing into Federation space. They soon realize that their normal tactics and weapons are no match for the Borg's advanced technology, and they must come up with a new strategy if they hope to survive.
Meanwhile, Q watches from the sidelines, amused by the crew's struggles against the Borg. He continues to taunt Picard and his crew, even offering to help them in their fight against the Borg, but they quickly learn that Q cannot be trusted.
As the Enterprise faces off against the Borg in a climactic battle, the crew must make difficult choices and sacrifices in order to ensure their survival. And in the end, they are left questioning their own readiness and preparedness for the challenges that lie ahead.
"Q-Who?" is a thrilling episode that explores the dangers of venturing into the unknown, and the importance of being prepared for whatever may come. With the introduction of the Borg, a new and terrifying enemy, this episode marks a turning point in the series, and sets the stage for many more exciting adventures to come.