Ep 13. Devil's Due

The crew of the USS Enterprise-D finds themselves in a dilemma when they receive a distress signal from the planet Ventax II. The planet's leader, Ardra, claims to be a supernatural being called the Devil and demands that they fulfill her contract with the planet. According to the contract, Ventax II must surrender itself to her after a thousand years of peace and prosperity.

Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his crew are skeptical of Ardra's claims and begin to investigate her supposed supernatural abilities. However, they find that several of her claims, such as predicting the ship's arrival and causing a crew member's disappearance, are impossible to explain.

As the Enterprise crew struggles to fight off Ardra's attacks and protect the people of Ventax II, they come to a shocking realization about her true identity. In a race against time, they must find a way to stop her before it's too late.

The Devil's Due is an intense episode that explores the theme of power and deception. The complex character of Ardra challenges the crew's beliefs as they struggle to distinguish between fact and fiction. The episode also addresses the way in which individuals can be manipulated and controlled through fear and the importance of standing up to tyrannical power.

The talented cast, including Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, and Brent Spiner, deliver powerful performances that keep the viewer thoroughly engaged throughout the episode. The striking visual effects and intricate storyline make The Devil's Due a standout episode in Star Trek: The Next Generation's fourth season.