Synopsis:
The battle against the Tholians has been long since over, and the Federation
enjoys peace within its borders once more. But in an uninhabited section of
Romulan space, a new threat is brewing. Mysterious ships from the Andromeda
galaxy have begun an invasion, and seem all but completely unstoppable.
But springing forth from the vaults of the secret Grey research facility on Deep
Space 12 is one last miracle to help the newly-allied Romulans. Slipstream
technology has the ability to enable the newest Federation starship, the USS
Odyssey to traverse millions of light years in a matter of weeks. A bold
mission is put together to stop the ruthless invading forces, but will it be
enough to stop the vastly superior forces?
Review by Roger D. Noriega
*****Spoilers Herein*****
"2384 - With the Tholian and Dominion Wars ended, the Federation, the Klingon and Romulan people enjoyed a new era of peace and cooperation.
"But someone had been watching . . .
"Waiting . . .
"For the right time . . .
"That time has come."
The time has come indeed.
Star Trek: Odyssey gets off to a rousing start with excellent special effects and opening sequence to set the tone in this new incarnation from Rob Caves, the executive producer in this program and its predecessor: Star Trek: Hidden Frontier.
The Archiens are invading Romulan space and are intent on taking it all at all costs. While Romulans are very capable, it is clear that the numbers just don't add up AND they need help fast - The Federation responds.
The basic story has an interesting premise and serves to set this program off to a wonderful start. By no means do we intend to give the story away, but we do wish to say that this opening is a bit reminiscent to a very recent incarnation of Star Trek itself. Being able to get past that, the story does have some creative moments and does move forward well, not boring at all. Rob Caves writes a good story here and if they can maintain this level creativity and good story-telling, this program can be a winner.
When compared to Star Trek: New Voyages' latest episode, Iliad is the better of the two.
"If one is truly wise, sometimes it is advantageous to appear a fool."
The enemy is not as dumb as we would assume, seems as if they have the same problems that the heroes in the Federation universe have.
"Excelsior is faster."
"Not when I'm done with her." Aster and Ro debating the merits of their respective ships.
Matthew Montgomery as Dr. Vaughan just may be the best actor and character in the entire program. Michelle Laurent as Sub Commander T'Larra is a pleasant surprise in her role. Sharon Savene as the devilish Seram Archein is fine for now, we'll just have to see if she is given enough material to chew on. Bobby Rice as Lt. Commander Ro does nicely.
The special effects are first-rate and the music score stands on its own and is really something to be enjoyed.
With a running time of 53:23, this episode is certainly a pleasant surprise and worth your time.
Forget ratings! Yea or Nay - this is a Yea!
Episode on YouTube here: Teaser Part One Part Two Part Three Part Four Part Five Part Six Bloopers
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