1 00:00:02,068 --> 00:00:05,472 Captain's Log, Stardate 43989.1. 2 00:00:05,538 --> 00:00:06,000 The Enterprise has arrived at Jouret IV 3 00:00:06,000 --> 00:00:08,007 The Enterprise has arrived at Jouret IV 4 00:00:08,074 --> 00:00:09,743 in response to a distress signal 5 00:00:09,809 --> 00:00:12,000 from one of the Federation's outermost colonies. 6 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:12,679 from one of the Federation's outermost colonies. 7 00:00:15,782 --> 00:00:17,784 Anything from the surface? 8 00:00:17,851 --> 00:00:18,000 No, sir. There have been no communications 9 00:00:18,000 --> 00:00:20,086 No, sir. There have been no communications 10 00:00:20,153 --> 00:00:21,621 from the colony for over 12 hours. 11 00:00:21,688 --> 00:00:23,156 Sensors picking up any signs of life? 12 00:00:23,223 --> 00:00:24,000 None. 13 00:00:24,000 --> 00:00:24,424 None. 14 00:00:24,491 --> 00:00:25,759 The surface environment 15 00:00:25,825 --> 00:00:28,161 is safe for transport, Commander. 16 00:00:46,246 --> 00:00:47,781 Mr. O'Brien. 17 00:00:47,847 --> 00:00:48,000 Verify these are accurate coordinates 18 00:00:48,000 --> 00:00:50,083 Verify these are accurate coordinates 19 00:00:50,150 --> 00:00:52,085 for the New Providence colony. 20 00:00:52,152 --> 00:00:53,386 Coordinates verified, sir. 21 00:00:53,453 --> 00:00:54,000 You're at the center of town. 22 00:00:54,000 --> 00:00:55,655 You're at the center of town. 23 00:01:45,905 --> 00:01:48,000 Space, the final frontier. 24 00:01:48,000 --> 00:01:50,276 Space, the final frontier. 25 00:01:50,343 --> 00:01:54,000 These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. 26 00:01:54,000 --> 00:01:54,147 These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. 27 00:01:54,214 --> 00:01:56,149 Its continuing mission-- 28 00:01:56,216 --> 00:02:00,000 to explore strange new worlds 29 00:02:00,000 --> 00:02:00,186 to explore strange new worlds 30 00:02:00,253 --> 00:02:04,657 to seek out new life and new civilizations 31 00:02:04,724 --> 00:02:06,000 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 32 00:02:06,000 --> 00:02:09,162 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 33 00:03:09,255 --> 00:03:12,000 Captain's Log, Stardate 43992.6. 34 00:03:12,000 --> 00:03:12,425 Captain's Log, Stardate 43992.6. 35 00:03:12,492 --> 00:03:14,727 Admiral Hanson and Lieutenant Commander Shelby 36 00:03:14,794 --> 00:03:15,795 of Starfleet Tactical 37 00:03:15,862 --> 00:03:18,000 have arrived to review the disappearance 38 00:03:18,000 --> 00:03:18,364 have arrived to review the disappearance 39 00:03:18,431 --> 00:03:19,899 of New Providence colony. 40 00:03:19,966 --> 00:03:22,902 No sign remains of the 900 inhabitants. 41 00:03:22,969 --> 00:03:24,000 The truth is... 42 00:03:24,000 --> 00:03:24,904 The truth is... 43 00:03:24,971 --> 00:03:27,640 hell, we are not ready. 44 00:03:27,707 --> 00:03:30,000 We've known they were coming for over a year. 45 00:03:30,000 --> 00:03:30,777 We've known they were coming for over a year. 46 00:03:30,843 --> 00:03:32,779 We've thrown every resource we have into this, but still... 47 00:03:32,845 --> 00:03:33,980 RIKER: Then you're convinced 48 00:03:34,047 --> 00:03:34,981 it is the Borg. 49 00:03:35,048 --> 00:03:36,000 That's what I'm here to find out. 50 00:03:36,000 --> 00:03:37,317 That's what I'm here to find out. 51 00:03:37,383 --> 00:03:39,586 The initial descriptions of the surface conditions 52 00:03:39,652 --> 00:03:42,000 are almost identical to your report from System J-25. 53 00:03:42,000 --> 00:03:42,221 are almost identical to your report from System J-25. 54 00:03:42,288 --> 00:03:43,923 Commander Riker wrote those reports. 55 00:03:43,990 --> 00:03:44,924 He agrees with you. 56 00:03:44,991 --> 00:03:46,492 Commander Shelby 57 00:03:46,559 --> 00:03:48,000 took over Borg tactical analysis six months ago. 58 00:03:48,000 --> 00:03:50,263 took over Borg tactical analysis six months ago. 59 00:03:50,330 --> 00:03:52,398 I've learned to give her a wide latitude 60 00:03:52,465 --> 00:03:54,000 when I want to get things done. 61 00:03:54,000 --> 00:03:54,233 when I want to get things done. 62 00:03:54,300 --> 00:03:57,704 That's how I intend to operate here. 63 00:03:57,770 --> 00:04:00,000 My priority has been to develop some kind-- 64 00:04:00,000 --> 00:04:00,540 My priority has been to develop some kind-- 65 00:04:00,607 --> 00:04:02,542 any kind-- of defense strategy. 66 00:04:02,609 --> 00:04:04,911 Obviously, nothing we have now can stop them. 67 00:04:04,978 --> 00:04:06,000 We've been designing new weapons 68 00:04:06,000 --> 00:04:06,512 We've been designing new weapons 69 00:04:06,579 --> 00:04:08,681 but they're all still on the drawing board. 70 00:04:08,748 --> 00:04:10,883 We expected much more lead time. 71 00:04:10,950 --> 00:04:12,000 Your encounter with the Borg 72 00:04:12,000 --> 00:04:12,852 Your encounter with the Borg 73 00:04:12,919 --> 00:04:14,854 was over 7,000 light years away. 74 00:04:14,921 --> 00:04:16,723 If this is the Borg 75 00:04:16,789 --> 00:04:17,857 it would indicate they have 76 00:04:17,924 --> 00:04:18,000 a source of power far superior to our own. 77 00:04:18,000 --> 00:04:19,926 a source of power far superior to our own. 78 00:04:19,993 --> 00:04:22,395 I'd like to see the colony site as soon as possible, Captain. 79 00:04:22,462 --> 00:04:23,763 It'll be dark there in 30 minutes. 80 00:04:23,830 --> 00:04:24,000 We've scheduled an away team for dawn. 81 00:04:24,000 --> 00:04:25,365 We've scheduled an away team for dawn. 82 00:04:25,431 --> 00:04:26,599 Number One, why don't you 83 00:04:26,666 --> 00:04:28,434 show the Commander to her quarters. 84 00:04:30,570 --> 00:04:33,439 It's our poker night, Admiral. 85 00:04:33,506 --> 00:04:35,975 There's always an open seat for you. 86 00:04:36,042 --> 00:04:37,777 Another time, Commander. 87 00:04:37,844 --> 00:04:40,680 Your Captain and I have a lot to cover. 88 00:04:40,747 --> 00:04:42,000 But, uh, rumor has it 89 00:04:42,000 --> 00:04:42,548 But, uh, rumor has it 90 00:04:42,615 --> 00:04:45,918 Commander Shelby has played a hand or two. 91 00:04:49,822 --> 00:04:52,759 Keep your eye on her, Jean-Luc. 92 00:04:52,825 --> 00:04:54,000 She's one very impressive young lady. 93 00:04:54,000 --> 00:04:55,862 She's one very impressive young lady. 94 00:04:55,928 --> 00:04:58,464 You seem rather taken with her, J.P. 95 00:04:58,531 --> 00:05:00,000 Just an old man's fantasies. 96 00:05:00,000 --> 00:05:00,933 Just an old man's fantasies. 97 00:05:02,935 --> 00:05:06,000 When Shelby came into Tactical, every admiral's uncle 98 00:05:06,000 --> 00:05:06,706 When Shelby came into Tactical, every admiral's uncle 99 00:05:06,773 --> 00:05:09,075 had a take on this Borg business. 100 00:05:09,142 --> 00:05:10,677 She cut through it. 101 00:05:10,743 --> 00:05:12,000 She put us on track. 102 00:05:12,000 --> 00:05:12,045 She put us on track. 103 00:05:15,048 --> 00:05:16,315 Earl Grey? 104 00:05:16,382 --> 00:05:17,517 Please. 105 00:05:17,583 --> 00:05:18,000 She'd make you one hell of a First Officer. 106 00:05:18,000 --> 00:05:20,687 She'd make you one hell of a First Officer. 107 00:05:20,753 --> 00:05:23,356 Already have a hell of a First Officer. 108 00:05:23,423 --> 00:05:24,000 Don't tell me he's going to pass up another commission. 109 00:05:24,000 --> 00:05:26,392 Don't tell me he's going to pass up another commission. 110 00:05:28,661 --> 00:05:29,896 One's available? 111 00:05:29,962 --> 00:05:30,000 The Melbourne. 112 00:05:30,000 --> 00:05:30,730 The Melbourne. 113 00:05:30,797 --> 00:05:32,331 It's his if he wants it. 114 00:05:32,398 --> 00:05:33,499 Hasn't he told you? 115 00:05:35,068 --> 00:05:36,000 He'll make a fine captain, J.P. 116 00:05:36,000 --> 00:05:37,370 He'll make a fine captain, J.P. 117 00:05:39,505 --> 00:05:41,507 You may want to tell him that. 118 00:05:41,574 --> 00:05:42,000 We're still waiting on his decision. 119 00:05:42,000 --> 00:05:43,743 We're still waiting on his decision. 120 00:05:43,810 --> 00:05:46,079 This is the third time 121 00:05:46,145 --> 00:05:48,000 we've pulled out the Captain's chair for Riker. 122 00:05:48,000 --> 00:05:49,682 we've pulled out the Captain's chair for Riker. 123 00:05:49,749 --> 00:05:51,517 He just won't sit down. 124 00:05:51,584 --> 00:05:54,000 Well, let me tell you something, Jean-Luc-- 125 00:05:54,000 --> 00:05:54,520 Well, let me tell you something, Jean-Luc-- 126 00:05:54,587 --> 00:05:57,523 there are a lot of young hotshots like Shelby 127 00:05:57,590 --> 00:05:58,991 on the way up. 128 00:05:59,058 --> 00:06:00,000 Riker could suddenly look 129 00:06:00,000 --> 00:06:00,860 Riker could suddenly look 130 00:06:00,927 --> 00:06:03,062 like he's standing still next to them. 131 00:06:03,129 --> 00:06:05,732 He's hurting his career by staying put. 132 00:06:05,798 --> 00:06:06,000 And if I were you, I'd kick him in the rear end 133 00:06:06,000 --> 00:06:08,735 And if I were you, I'd kick him in the rear end 134 00:06:08,801 --> 00:06:10,470 for his own good. 135 00:06:17,210 --> 00:06:18,000 I don't know exactly what I'm looking for 136 00:06:18,000 --> 00:06:19,979 I don't know exactly what I'm looking for 137 00:06:20,046 --> 00:06:22,582 but we've tested the sections of the Enterprise's hull 138 00:06:22,648 --> 00:06:23,649 that were damaged by the Borg. 139 00:06:23,716 --> 00:06:24,000 There were some unusual magnetic-resonance traces. 140 00:06:24,000 --> 00:06:26,452 There were some unusual magnetic-resonance traces. 141 00:06:26,519 --> 00:06:28,154 A Borg footprint? 142 00:06:28,221 --> 00:06:29,856 That's my theory. 143 00:06:29,922 --> 00:06:30,000 I'll see if it holds up tomorrow. 144 00:06:30,000 --> 00:06:31,591 I'll see if it holds up tomorrow. 145 00:06:31,657 --> 00:06:32,959 I've reviewed your personnel. 146 00:06:33,025 --> 00:06:34,794 I'll be assigning Mr. La Forge 147 00:06:34,861 --> 00:06:36,000 and Mr. Data to accompany me on the away team. 148 00:06:36,000 --> 00:06:37,630 and Mr. Data to accompany me on the away team. 149 00:06:37,697 --> 00:06:40,666 I've already assigned them to the away team. 150 00:06:40,733 --> 00:06:42,000 And I'll be with you as well, Commander. 151 00:06:42,000 --> 00:06:43,436 And I'll be with you as well, Commander. 152 00:06:43,503 --> 00:06:44,771 Of course. 153 00:06:44,837 --> 00:06:47,607 I appreciate any assistance you can offer. 154 00:06:47,673 --> 00:06:48,000 Tell me, Commander. 155 00:06:48,000 --> 00:06:49,942 Tell me, Commander. 156 00:06:50,009 --> 00:06:51,644 Is serving aboard the Enterprise 157 00:06:51,711 --> 00:06:53,846 as extraordinary an experience as I've heard? 158 00:06:53,913 --> 00:06:54,000 Every bit. 159 00:06:54,000 --> 00:06:55,815 Every bit. 160 00:06:55,882 --> 00:06:59,018 Good, because I intend to convince Captain Picard 161 00:06:59,085 --> 00:07:00,000 that I'm the right choice for the job. 162 00:07:00,000 --> 00:07:01,854 that I'm the right choice for the job. 163 00:07:01,921 --> 00:07:03,990 Job? Which job? 164 00:07:04,056 --> 00:07:05,958 Yours, of course. 165 00:07:08,661 --> 00:07:10,830 I'm sorry. 166 00:07:10,897 --> 00:07:12,000 I heard that you were leaving. 167 00:07:12,000 --> 00:07:12,832 I heard that you were leaving. 168 00:07:14,233 --> 00:07:17,570 If I were, I'm sure you'd be the first to know. 169 00:07:20,740 --> 00:07:24,000 Poker's at 1700 hours in my quarters, deck eight. 170 00:07:24,000 --> 00:07:26,979 Poker's at 1700 hours in my quarters, deck eight. 171 00:07:29,816 --> 00:07:30,000 Got another king in the hole, eh, Data? 172 00:07:30,000 --> 00:07:31,951 Got another king in the hole, eh, Data? 173 00:07:32,018 --> 00:07:34,020 I am afraid I cannot answer that, Wesley 174 00:07:34,086 --> 00:07:36,000 and as you are a newcomer to the game 175 00:07:36,000 --> 00:07:36,656 and as you are a newcomer to the game 176 00:07:36,722 --> 00:07:38,958 may I say, it is inappropriate for you to ask. 177 00:07:39,025 --> 00:07:40,560 ( players chuckle ) 178 00:07:40,626 --> 00:07:42,000 I will buy another card, Counselor. 179 00:07:42,000 --> 00:07:42,728 I will buy another card, Counselor. 180 00:07:42,795 --> 00:07:45,064 No help there. 181 00:07:45,131 --> 00:07:47,967 Fold. Again. 182 00:07:48,034 --> 00:07:51,771 Three jacks looking back for the handsome young ensign. 183 00:07:51,838 --> 00:07:54,000 Pair of deuces stands. 184 00:07:54,000 --> 00:07:55,675 Pair of deuces stands. 185 00:07:55,741 --> 00:07:58,511 Flush, possible straight flush. 186 00:07:58,578 --> 00:08:00,000 Hmm. 187 00:08:00,000 --> 00:08:00,046 Hmm. 188 00:08:00,112 --> 00:08:02,048 Your bet, Mr. Crusher. 189 00:08:04,750 --> 00:08:06,000 I'm in for ten. 190 00:08:06,000 --> 00:08:06,719 I'm in for ten. 191 00:08:06,786 --> 00:08:08,221 Call. 192 00:08:08,287 --> 00:08:11,090 Now it's time for the long pants. 193 00:08:11,157 --> 00:08:12,000 There's your ten. 100. 194 00:08:12,000 --> 00:08:13,092 There's your ten. 100. 195 00:08:13,159 --> 00:08:14,927 He's got the straight flush, folks. 196 00:08:14,994 --> 00:08:16,963 Not necessarily. 197 00:08:17,029 --> 00:08:18,000 Commander Riker may be bluffing, Wesley. 198 00:08:18,000 --> 00:08:21,000 Commander Riker may be bluffing, Wesley. 199 00:08:23,769 --> 00:08:24,000 I don't think so. 200 00:08:24,000 --> 00:08:25,638 I don't think so. 201 00:08:25,705 --> 00:08:26,772 Fold. 202 00:08:26,839 --> 00:08:27,773 With three jacks? 203 00:08:27,840 --> 00:08:29,008 What, are you kidding? 204 00:08:29,075 --> 00:08:30,000 Wesley, you may get straight A's in school 205 00:08:30,000 --> 00:08:30,910 Wesley, you may get straight A's in school 206 00:08:30,977 --> 00:08:33,012 but there's a lot you need to learn about poker. 207 00:08:36,582 --> 00:08:38,084 Well, I've only got two pair 208 00:08:38,150 --> 00:08:41,921 but I've got to see your hole card. 209 00:08:41,988 --> 00:08:42,000 I'll call. 210 00:08:42,000 --> 00:08:43,856 I'll call. 211 00:08:48,094 --> 00:08:50,997 ( Geordi chuckles ) 212 00:08:51,063 --> 00:08:53,532 You got him. 213 00:09:09,882 --> 00:09:12,000 Mr. Data and our guest appear to be tardy. 214 00:09:12,000 --> 00:09:13,019 Mr. Data and our guest appear to be tardy. 215 00:09:13,085 --> 00:09:15,121 Sir, Commander Shelby and Data beamed down 216 00:09:15,187 --> 00:09:16,956 to the planet's surface an hour ago. 217 00:09:17,023 --> 00:09:18,000 On whose authority? 218 00:09:18,000 --> 00:09:18,557 On whose authority? 219 00:09:18,624 --> 00:09:20,626 On hers, sir. 220 00:09:40,179 --> 00:09:41,647 Morning. 221 00:09:41,714 --> 00:09:42,000 Early bird gets the worm, eh? 222 00:09:42,000 --> 00:09:44,050 Early bird gets the worm, eh? 223 00:09:44,116 --> 00:09:46,886 We've had some interesting results. 224 00:09:46,953 --> 00:09:48,000 Commander Shelby... 225 00:09:48,000 --> 00:09:49,055 Commander Shelby... 226 00:09:51,090 --> 00:09:53,092 Walk with me, Commander. 227 00:10:01,867 --> 00:10:03,202 Early bird? 228 00:10:03,269 --> 00:10:05,204 I believe Commander Shelby erred. 229 00:10:05,271 --> 00:10:06,000 There is no evidence of avifaunal 230 00:10:06,000 --> 00:10:07,206 There is no evidence of avifaunal 231 00:10:07,273 --> 00:10:10,109 or crawling vermicular life-forms on Jouret IV. 232 00:10:10,176 --> 00:10:12,000 That's not what she meant, Data 233 00:10:12,000 --> 00:10:12,979 That's not what she meant, Data 234 00:10:13,045 --> 00:10:15,081 but you're right-- she erred. 235 00:10:19,452 --> 00:10:20,820 I'm sorry, but I woke up early 236 00:10:20,886 --> 00:10:23,089 and I saw that a weather system was moving in. 237 00:10:23,155 --> 00:10:24,000 It could have affected the soil readings. 238 00:10:24,000 --> 00:10:25,124 It could have affected the soil readings. 239 00:10:25,191 --> 00:10:26,058 So without any regard 240 00:10:26,125 --> 00:10:27,793 for the risk of coming down here alone... 241 00:10:27,860 --> 00:10:29,762 Really, Commander, if we ran into the Borg here 242 00:10:29,829 --> 00:10:30,000 two extra bodies wouldn't have made a hell of a difference 243 00:10:30,000 --> 00:10:32,031 two extra bodies wouldn't have made a hell of a difference 244 00:10:32,098 --> 00:10:32,965 now, would they? 245 00:10:33,032 --> 00:10:35,368 We had three hours before the storm front hit 246 00:10:35,434 --> 00:10:36,000 less than two hours now. 247 00:10:36,000 --> 00:10:36,902 less than two hours now. 248 00:10:36,969 --> 00:10:38,170 Data was available. 249 00:10:38,237 --> 00:10:39,405 I took him. We came. 250 00:10:39,472 --> 00:10:41,040 I don't see your problem. 251 00:10:41,107 --> 00:10:42,000 My problem, Commander, is I expect to be notified 252 00:10:42,000 --> 00:10:43,709 My problem, Commander, is I expect to be notified 253 00:10:43,776 --> 00:10:45,411 before there's a change in my orders. 254 00:10:45,478 --> 00:10:47,179 Noted for future reference. 255 00:10:47,246 --> 00:10:48,000 Do you wish to hear my report, sir? 256 00:10:48,000 --> 00:10:49,648 Do you wish to hear my report, sir? 257 00:10:49,715 --> 00:10:51,650 Go ahead. 258 00:10:51,717 --> 00:10:54,000 The soil contains the same magnetic-resonance traces. 259 00:10:54,000 --> 00:10:54,920 The soil contains the same magnetic-resonance traces. 260 00:10:54,987 --> 00:10:56,422 That's our footprint. 261 00:10:56,489 --> 00:10:58,657 There's no doubt anymore. 262 00:10:58,724 --> 00:10:59,959 It is the Borg. 263 00:11:04,997 --> 00:11:06,000 Captain's Log, Stardate 43993.5. 264 00:11:06,000 --> 00:11:07,800 Captain's Log, Stardate 43993.5. 265 00:11:07,867 --> 00:11:10,903 With confirmation of the Borg's presence in Federation space 266 00:11:10,970 --> 00:11:12,000 Admiral Hanson has returned to Starbase 324 267 00:11:12,000 --> 00:11:13,906 Admiral Hanson has returned to Starbase 324 268 00:11:13,973 --> 00:11:15,941 to discuss strategy with Starfleet Command. 269 00:11:16,008 --> 00:11:18,000 Lieutenant Commander Shelby remains onboard 270 00:11:18,000 --> 00:11:19,111 Lieutenant Commander Shelby remains onboard 271 00:11:19,178 --> 00:11:22,248 to continue tactical preparations. 272 00:11:22,314 --> 00:11:24,000 I've also ordered a standing Yellow Alert. 273 00:11:24,000 --> 00:11:24,717 I've also ordered a standing Yellow Alert. 274 00:11:24,784 --> 00:11:27,153 All Federation-allied outposts have been warned. 275 00:11:27,219 --> 00:11:30,000 Ops will continue to monitor long-range sensors. 276 00:11:30,000 --> 00:11:30,022 Ops will continue to monitor long-range sensors. 277 00:11:30,089 --> 00:11:31,924 I've assigned Data, La Forge and Mr. Crusher 278 00:11:31,991 --> 00:11:33,092 to work with Commander Shelby. 279 00:11:33,159 --> 00:11:34,093 Good. 280 00:11:34,160 --> 00:11:36,000 You've covered all the bases. 281 00:11:36,000 --> 00:11:36,128 You've covered all the bases. 282 00:11:37,163 --> 00:11:39,131 What's your impression of Shelby? 283 00:11:40,099 --> 00:11:42,000 She knows her stuff. 284 00:11:42,000 --> 00:11:42,068 She knows her stuff. 285 00:11:42,134 --> 00:11:43,369 She has your full confidence? 286 00:11:43,436 --> 00:11:45,271 Well, I think she needs supervision. 287 00:11:45,337 --> 00:11:47,973 She takes the initiative a little too easily-- 288 00:11:48,040 --> 00:11:48,941 sometimes with risks. 289 00:11:49,008 --> 00:11:50,376 ( tsking ) 290 00:11:50,443 --> 00:11:52,445 Sounds like a young Lieutenant Commander 291 00:11:52,511 --> 00:11:54,000 I recruited as a First Officer. 292 00:11:54,000 --> 00:11:54,046 I recruited as a First Officer. 293 00:11:54,113 --> 00:11:55,314 Perhaps. 294 00:11:58,217 --> 00:11:59,085 Will... 295 00:12:02,354 --> 00:12:04,857 what the hell are you still doing here? 296 00:12:04,924 --> 00:12:05,758 Sir? 297 00:12:05,825 --> 00:12:06,000 You've been offered the Melbourne. 298 00:12:06,000 --> 00:12:08,761 You've been offered the Melbourne. 299 00:12:08,828 --> 00:12:11,430 I've decided not to pursue that commission at this time. 300 00:12:11,497 --> 00:12:12,000 She's a fine ship, Will. 301 00:12:12,000 --> 00:12:13,999 She's a fine ship, Will. 302 00:12:14,066 --> 00:12:15,734 Yes, but she's not the Enterprise. 303 00:12:17,002 --> 00:12:18,000 With all due respect, sir, you need me, particularly now. 304 00:12:18,000 --> 00:12:21,974 With all due respect, sir, you need me, particularly now. 305 00:12:22,041 --> 00:12:23,042 Indeed. 306 00:12:23,109 --> 00:12:24,000 Starfleet needs good Captains, particularly now. 307 00:12:24,000 --> 00:12:27,046 Starfleet needs good Captains, particularly now. 308 00:12:27,113 --> 00:12:28,414 Reconsider your decision. 309 00:12:30,149 --> 00:12:31,951 Are you telling me to leave, Captain? 310 00:12:32,017 --> 00:12:36,000 I'm asking you to look at your career objectively. 311 00:12:36,000 --> 00:12:36,422 I'm asking you to look at your career objectively. 312 00:12:36,489 --> 00:12:41,794 Will, you're ready to work without a net. 313 00:12:41,861 --> 00:12:42,000 You're ready to take command 314 00:12:42,000 --> 00:12:45,131 You're ready to take command 315 00:12:45,197 --> 00:12:47,433 and, you know, Enterprise 316 00:12:47,500 --> 00:12:48,000 will go along just fine without you. 317 00:12:48,000 --> 00:12:51,003 will go along just fine without you. 318 00:12:51,070 --> 00:12:53,339 What am I still doing here? 319 00:12:53,405 --> 00:12:54,000 Deanna, I pushed myself hard to get this far. 320 00:12:54,000 --> 00:12:57,209 Deanna, I pushed myself hard to get this far. 321 00:12:57,276 --> 00:12:59,378 I... I sacrificed a lot. 322 00:12:59,445 --> 00:13:00,000 I always said I wanted my own command 323 00:13:00,000 --> 00:13:01,814 I always said I wanted my own command 324 00:13:01,881 --> 00:13:03,983 and yet... something's holding me back. 325 00:13:04,049 --> 00:13:05,985 Is it wrong for me to want to stay? 326 00:13:06,051 --> 00:13:07,219 What do you think? 327 00:13:08,888 --> 00:13:11,090 ( sighs ) 328 00:13:12,424 --> 00:13:16,028 Maybe I'm just afraid of the big chair. 329 00:13:16,095 --> 00:13:18,000 I don't think so. 330 00:13:18,000 --> 00:13:18,497 I don't think so. 331 00:13:18,564 --> 00:13:20,032 The Captain says 332 00:13:20,099 --> 00:13:23,369 Shelby reminds him of the way that I used to be 333 00:13:23,435 --> 00:13:24,000 and he's right. 334 00:13:24,000 --> 00:13:25,070 and he's right. 335 00:13:25,137 --> 00:13:26,906 She comes in here full of drive and ambition. 336 00:13:26,972 --> 00:13:29,441 Impatient, taking risks. 337 00:13:29,508 --> 00:13:30,000 I look at her and I wonder what happened to those things in me. 338 00:13:30,000 --> 00:13:32,311 I look at her and I wonder what happened to those things in me. 339 00:13:32,378 --> 00:13:35,548 I liked those things about me. 340 00:13:35,614 --> 00:13:36,000 I've lost something. 341 00:13:36,000 --> 00:13:37,016 I've lost something. 342 00:13:37,082 --> 00:13:41,020 You mean, you're older, more experienced 343 00:13:41,086 --> 00:13:42,000 a little more... seasoned. 344 00:13:42,000 --> 00:13:44,190 a little more... seasoned. 345 00:13:44,256 --> 00:13:46,192 "Seasoned." 346 00:13:46,258 --> 00:13:48,000 That's a horrible thing to say to a man. 347 00:13:48,000 --> 00:13:50,095 That's a horrible thing to say to a man. 348 00:13:50,162 --> 00:13:53,032 I don't think you've lost a thing. 349 00:13:53,098 --> 00:13:54,000 And I think you've gained more than you realize. 350 00:13:54,000 --> 00:13:56,035 And I think you've gained more than you realize. 351 00:13:56,101 --> 00:13:58,204 You're much more comfortable with yourself 352 00:13:58,270 --> 00:13:59,104 than you used to be. 353 00:13:59,171 --> 00:14:00,000 Maybe that's the problem-- 354 00:14:00,000 --> 00:14:01,040 Maybe that's the problem-- 355 00:14:01,106 --> 00:14:03,042 I'm too comfortable here. 356 00:14:03,108 --> 00:14:06,000 I'm not sure I know what that means. 357 00:14:06,000 --> 00:14:06,111 I'm not sure I know what that means. 358 00:14:06,178 --> 00:14:07,513 You're happy here 359 00:14:07,580 --> 00:14:11,884 happier than I've ever known you to be. 360 00:14:11,951 --> 00:14:12,000 So... it comes down to a simple question. 361 00:14:12,000 --> 00:14:15,521 So... it comes down to a simple question. 362 00:14:15,588 --> 00:14:18,000 What do you want, Will Riker? 363 00:14:18,000 --> 00:14:18,958 What do you want, Will Riker? 364 00:14:22,428 --> 00:14:24,000 SHELBY: ...a manipulation effect in the Borg ship's subspace field. 365 00:14:24,000 --> 00:14:25,364 SHELBY: ...a manipulation effect in the Borg ship's subspace field. 366 00:14:25,431 --> 00:14:27,900 A definite pattern at 4.8 minute intervals 367 00:14:27,967 --> 00:14:29,935 during your first confrontation with them. 368 00:14:30,002 --> 00:14:33,439 It might indicate high-output auxiliary generators kicking in. 369 00:14:33,505 --> 00:14:35,908 One theory is that their systems are decentralized 370 00:14:35,975 --> 00:14:36,000 with redundant power sources located throughout the ship. 371 00:14:36,000 --> 00:14:39,245 with redundant power sources located throughout the ship. 372 00:14:39,311 --> 00:14:40,913 That is a reasonable conclusion. 373 00:14:40,980 --> 00:14:42,000 Borg technology has given each member of their society 374 00:14:42,000 --> 00:14:43,482 Borg technology has given each member of their society 375 00:14:43,549 --> 00:14:44,950 the ability to interface 376 00:14:45,017 --> 00:14:46,252 and function collectively. 377 00:14:46,318 --> 00:14:47,353 It is likely they 378 00:14:47,419 --> 00:14:48,000 have constructed their ship with the same philosophy. 379 00:14:48,000 --> 00:14:49,221 have constructed their ship with the same philosophy. 380 00:14:49,288 --> 00:14:51,090 You knock out one generator 381 00:14:51,156 --> 00:14:53,425 and another one takes over without interruption. 382 00:14:53,492 --> 00:14:54,000 What kind of damage would we have to do to shut them down? 383 00:14:54,000 --> 00:14:56,161 What kind of damage would we have to do to shut them down? 384 00:14:56,228 --> 00:14:58,330 Projections suggest that a Borg ship like this one 385 00:14:58,397 --> 00:15:00,000 could continue to function effectively 386 00:15:00,000 --> 00:15:00,165 could continue to function effectively 387 00:15:00,232 --> 00:15:03,002 even if 78% of it was inoperable. 388 00:15:03,068 --> 00:15:04,003 And our best shot 389 00:15:04,069 --> 00:15:05,237 barely scratched the surface. 390 00:15:05,304 --> 00:15:06,000 Well, from what I've seen 391 00:15:06,000 --> 00:15:06,572 Well, from what I've seen 392 00:15:06,639 --> 00:15:09,308 I can't believe that any of these new weapon systems 393 00:15:09,375 --> 00:15:11,977 can be ready in less than 18 months, Commander. 394 00:15:12,044 --> 00:15:14,179 We've been projecting 24. 395 00:15:14,246 --> 00:15:15,581 Is there anything we can do here 396 00:15:15,648 --> 00:15:17,383 to adapt our current defense systems? 397 00:15:17,449 --> 00:15:18,000 We'll have to go through the specs again, but... 398 00:15:18,000 --> 00:15:21,420 We'll have to go through the specs again, but... 399 00:15:21,487 --> 00:15:23,222 I don't know. 400 00:15:23,289 --> 00:15:24,000 My mind's turned to clay. 401 00:15:24,000 --> 00:15:25,624 My mind's turned to clay. 402 00:15:25,691 --> 00:15:28,460 Mine, too. 403 00:15:28,527 --> 00:15:29,561 I think we should look 404 00:15:29,628 --> 00:15:30,000 at modifying the plasma phaser design. 405 00:15:30,000 --> 00:15:31,964 at modifying the plasma phaser design. 406 00:15:32,031 --> 00:15:34,600 Commander, I think we should call it a night. 407 00:15:34,667 --> 00:15:36,000 That's an order. 408 00:15:36,000 --> 00:15:36,135 That's an order. 409 00:15:36,201 --> 00:15:37,469 We'll reconvene at 0500. 410 00:15:37,536 --> 00:15:39,705 Sir, if I may be allowed to continue with Mr. Data 411 00:15:39,772 --> 00:15:40,939 who does not require rest. 412 00:15:41,006 --> 00:15:41,874 You need rest, Commander. 413 00:15:41,940 --> 00:15:42,000 If we have a confrontation with the Borg 414 00:15:42,000 --> 00:15:43,609 If we have a confrontation with the Borg 415 00:15:43,676 --> 00:15:45,577 without improving our defense systems... 416 00:15:45,644 --> 00:15:47,012 If we have a confrontation 417 00:15:47,079 --> 00:15:48,000 I don't want a crew fighting the Borg 418 00:15:48,000 --> 00:15:48,514 I don't want a crew fighting the Borg 419 00:15:48,580 --> 00:15:51,150 at the same time they're fighting their own fatigue. 420 00:15:51,216 --> 00:15:52,251 Dismissed. 421 00:16:07,366 --> 00:16:09,301 At 1900 hours yesterday 422 00:16:09,368 --> 00:16:12,000 the USS Lalo departed Zeta Alpha II 423 00:16:12,000 --> 00:16:12,304 the USS Lalo departed Zeta Alpha II 424 00:16:12,371 --> 00:16:15,307 on a freight run to Sentinel Minor IV. 425 00:16:15,374 --> 00:16:18,000 At 2200 hours and 12 minutes 426 00:16:18,000 --> 00:16:18,043 At 2200 hours and 12 minutes 427 00:16:18,110 --> 00:16:23,082 a distress signal was received at Starbase 157. 428 00:16:23,148 --> 00:16:24,000 The Lalo reported contact with an alien vessel 429 00:16:24,000 --> 00:16:26,318 The Lalo reported contact with an alien vessel 430 00:16:26,385 --> 00:16:30,000 described as cube-shaped. 431 00:16:30,000 --> 00:16:30,155 described as cube-shaped. 432 00:16:30,222 --> 00:16:32,324 The distress signal ended abruptly 433 00:16:32,391 --> 00:16:35,327 and she has not been heard from since. 434 00:16:35,394 --> 00:16:36,000 Mr. Data, how long would it take to get there at warp nine? 435 00:16:36,000 --> 00:16:38,330 Mr. Data, how long would it take to get there at warp nine? 436 00:16:38,397 --> 00:16:40,299 One hour, 17 minutes, sir. 437 00:16:40,366 --> 00:16:41,266 Make it so. 438 00:16:41,333 --> 00:16:42,000 We're coming with every available starship 439 00:16:42,000 --> 00:16:43,635 We're coming with every available starship 440 00:16:43,702 --> 00:16:45,170 to assist, Captain 441 00:16:45,237 --> 00:16:48,000 but the closest help is six days away. 442 00:16:48,000 --> 00:16:48,440 but the closest help is six days away. 443 00:16:48,507 --> 00:16:51,777 We'll try and keep them occupied until you arrive. 444 00:16:51,844 --> 00:16:53,545 I know you will. 445 00:16:53,612 --> 00:16:54,000 Hanson out. 446 00:16:54,000 --> 00:16:56,215 Hanson out. 447 00:16:56,849 --> 00:16:58,584 All hands stand to battle stations. 448 00:16:58,650 --> 00:16:59,618 Commander Shelby 449 00:16:59,685 --> 00:17:00,000 what is the status of our defense preparations? 450 00:17:00,000 --> 00:17:02,287 what is the status of our defense preparations? 451 00:17:02,354 --> 00:17:04,323 Mr. La Forge has a plan to modulate shield nutation. 452 00:17:04,390 --> 00:17:06,000 Hopefully, that'll hold them off for a while. 453 00:17:06,000 --> 00:17:06,325 Hopefully, that'll hold them off for a while. 454 00:17:06,392 --> 00:17:07,493 LA FORGE: At the same time, we'll be 455 00:17:07,559 --> 00:17:10,362 retuning phasers to higher EM base emitting frequencies 456 00:17:10,429 --> 00:17:12,000 try to disrupt their subspace field. 457 00:17:12,000 --> 00:17:12,030 try to disrupt their subspace field. 458 00:17:12,097 --> 00:17:14,400 What's your assessment of our potential effectiveness? 459 00:17:14,466 --> 00:17:16,402 ( sighs ): It's a shot in the dark, Captain 460 00:17:16,468 --> 00:17:18,000 but, for now, it's the best we can do. 461 00:17:18,000 --> 00:17:19,304 but, for now, it's the best we can do. 462 00:17:19,371 --> 00:17:21,373 Dismissed. 463 00:17:44,630 --> 00:17:46,331 ( console beeping ) 464 00:17:46,398 --> 00:17:48,000 Sir, reading unidentified vessel 465 00:17:48,000 --> 00:17:49,101 Sir, reading unidentified vessel 466 00:17:49,168 --> 00:17:51,336 just entering sensor range 467 00:17:51,403 --> 00:17:53,305 bearing 210 mark 151. 468 00:17:53,372 --> 00:17:54,000 Hail them, Mr. Worf. 469 00:17:54,000 --> 00:17:55,674 Hail them, Mr. Worf. 470 00:17:55,741 --> 00:17:58,210 No response, sir. 471 00:17:58,277 --> 00:17:59,678 Move to intercept. 472 00:17:59,745 --> 00:18:00,000 WESLEY: Aye, sir. 473 00:18:00,000 --> 00:18:01,246 WESLEY: Aye, sir. 474 00:18:01,313 --> 00:18:04,416 Sir, the vessel has already changed course 475 00:18:04,483 --> 00:18:05,684 to intercept us. 476 00:18:05,751 --> 00:18:06,000 Approaching at warp 9.3. 477 00:18:06,000 --> 00:18:09,221 Approaching at warp 9.3. 478 00:18:09,288 --> 00:18:10,389 Entering visual range. 479 00:18:10,456 --> 00:18:11,757 On screen. 480 00:18:16,495 --> 00:18:18,000 Magnify. 481 00:18:18,000 --> 00:18:18,464 Magnify. 482 00:18:23,235 --> 00:18:24,000 Mr. Worf, dispatch a subspace message 483 00:18:24,000 --> 00:18:26,638 Mr. Worf, dispatch a subspace message 484 00:18:26,705 --> 00:18:28,407 to Admiral Hanson. 485 00:18:28,474 --> 00:18:30,000 We have engaged the Borg. 486 00:18:30,000 --> 00:18:31,176 We have engaged the Borg. 487 00:18:46,758 --> 00:18:48,000 WORF: Captain, you are being hailed. 488 00:18:48,000 --> 00:18:48,894 WORF: Captain, you are being hailed. 489 00:18:48,961 --> 00:18:49,828 ( alarm blaring ) 490 00:18:49,895 --> 00:18:51,330 I am? 491 00:18:51,396 --> 00:18:53,799 Yes, Captain-- by name. 492 00:18:53,866 --> 00:18:54,000 Data, is it the same ship we faced at J-25? 493 00:18:54,000 --> 00:18:57,803 Data, is it the same ship we faced at J-25? 494 00:18:57,870 --> 00:18:59,505 Uncertain, Commander. 495 00:18:59,571 --> 00:19:00,000 But the dimensions are precisely the same. 496 00:19:00,000 --> 00:19:03,208 But the dimensions are precisely the same. 497 00:19:03,275 --> 00:19:04,877 On screen. 498 00:19:04,943 --> 00:19:06,000 I am Captain Jean-Luc... 499 00:19:06,000 --> 00:19:07,880 I am Captain Jean-Luc... 500 00:19:07,946 --> 00:19:12,000 BORG VOICES: ...Jean-Luc Picard, Captain of the Starship Enterprise 501 00:19:12,000 --> 00:19:12,417 BORG VOICES: ...Jean-Luc Picard, Captain of the Starship Enterprise 502 00:19:12,484 --> 00:19:13,886 registry NCC-1701-D. 503 00:19:13,952 --> 00:19:16,722 You will lower your shields and prepare 504 00:19:16,788 --> 00:19:18,000 to transport yourself aboard our vessel. 505 00:19:18,000 --> 00:19:19,525 to transport yourself aboard our vessel. 506 00:19:19,591 --> 00:19:21,860 If you do not cooperate, we will destroy your ship. 507 00:19:21,927 --> 00:19:23,829 You have committed acts of aggression 508 00:19:23,896 --> 00:19:24,000 against the United Federation of Planets. 509 00:19:24,000 --> 00:19:25,831 against the United Federation of Planets. 510 00:19:25,898 --> 00:19:27,599 If you do not withdraw immediately... 511 00:19:27,666 --> 00:19:29,167 You will surrender yourself 512 00:19:29,234 --> 00:19:30,000 or we will destroy your ship. 513 00:19:30,000 --> 00:19:30,536 or we will destroy your ship. 514 00:19:30,602 --> 00:19:32,204 Your defensive capabilities 515 00:19:32,271 --> 00:19:34,172 are unable to withstand... 516 00:19:34,239 --> 00:19:36,000 What the hell do they want with you? 517 00:19:36,000 --> 00:19:36,241 What the hell do they want with you? 518 00:19:36,308 --> 00:19:38,911 I thought they weren't interested in human life-forms-- 519 00:19:38,977 --> 00:19:40,245 only our technology. 520 00:19:40,312 --> 00:19:42,000 Their priorities seem to have changed. 521 00:19:42,000 --> 00:19:42,414 Their priorities seem to have changed. 522 00:19:42,481 --> 00:19:43,415 Open. 523 00:19:43,482 --> 00:19:44,383 WORF: Channel open. 524 00:19:44,449 --> 00:19:47,519 We have developed new defense capabilities 525 00:19:47,586 --> 00:19:48,000 since our last meeting, and we are prepared to use them 526 00:19:48,000 --> 00:19:50,522 since our last meeting, and we are prepared to use them 527 00:19:50,589 --> 00:19:53,692 if you do not withdraw from Federation space. 528 00:19:53,759 --> 00:19:54,000 LA FORGE: Captain 529 00:19:54,000 --> 00:19:54,860 LA FORGE: Captain 530 00:19:54,927 --> 00:19:56,828 shields are being probed. 531 00:19:56,895 --> 00:19:58,564 I'm modulating nutation. 532 00:20:03,435 --> 00:20:05,971 Captain, the Borg are attempting to lock onto us 533 00:20:06,038 --> 00:20:06,972 with their tractor beam. 534 00:20:07,039 --> 00:20:08,073 Load torpedo bays. Arm phasers. 535 00:20:08,140 --> 00:20:10,642 Lock coordinates on the source of the tractor beam. 536 00:20:10,709 --> 00:20:11,910 Shield status. 537 00:20:11,977 --> 00:20:12,000 Holding, sir. 538 00:20:12,000 --> 00:20:13,845 Holding, sir. 539 00:20:13,912 --> 00:20:15,981 The nutation modulation has them confused. 540 00:20:16,048 --> 00:20:18,000 They have the ability to analyze and adapt, Commander. 541 00:20:18,000 --> 00:20:18,850 They have the ability to analyze and adapt, Commander. 542 00:20:23,355 --> 00:20:24,000 Shield modulation has failed. 543 00:20:24,000 --> 00:20:24,723 Shield modulation has failed. 544 00:20:24,790 --> 00:20:25,991 They've locked on. 545 00:20:28,694 --> 00:20:30,000 Shields are being drained. 546 00:20:30,000 --> 00:20:30,929 Shields are being drained. 547 00:20:30,996 --> 00:20:33,599 90%... 80... 548 00:20:33,665 --> 00:20:35,801 Trying to recalibrate nutation. 549 00:20:35,867 --> 00:20:36,000 Damn! 550 00:20:36,000 --> 00:20:37,002 Damn! 551 00:20:37,069 --> 00:20:38,670 Shields have failed. 552 00:20:38,737 --> 00:20:39,938 Fire all weapons. 553 00:20:45,978 --> 00:20:48,000 Their subspace field is intact. 554 00:20:48,000 --> 00:20:48,347 Their subspace field is intact. 555 00:20:48,413 --> 00:20:50,682 New phaser frequencies had no impact. 556 00:20:50,749 --> 00:20:52,551 Reverse engines. 557 00:20:52,618 --> 00:20:53,885 LA FORGE: Full reverse. 558 00:20:56,755 --> 00:20:57,990 We're not moving. 559 00:20:58,056 --> 00:20:59,458 Fire at will. 560 00:20:59,524 --> 00:21:00,000 Launching torpedoes. 561 00:21:00,000 --> 00:21:00,659 Launching torpedoes. 562 00:21:00,726 --> 00:21:02,661 Phaser spread continuing. 563 00:21:02,728 --> 00:21:05,931 Still no damage to the Borg vessel, sir. 564 00:21:11,603 --> 00:21:12,000 COMPUTER: Warning. Outer hull breach. 565 00:21:12,000 --> 00:21:12,871 COMPUTER: Warning. Outer hull breach. 566 00:21:12,938 --> 00:21:15,340 They are cutting into the hull-- 567 00:21:15,407 --> 00:21:16,675 Engineering section. 568 00:21:16,742 --> 00:21:18,000 Geordi, evacuate Engineering. 569 00:21:18,000 --> 00:21:18,744 Geordi, evacuate Engineering. 570 00:21:18,810 --> 00:21:20,312 Computer, evacuation sequence. 571 00:21:20,379 --> 00:21:21,680 Sealing doors to core chamber. 572 00:21:21,747 --> 00:21:23,281 Come on now. Let's move it, people! 573 00:21:23,348 --> 00:21:24,000 Let's move it. Let's go! 574 00:21:24,000 --> 00:21:24,182 Let's move it. Let's go! 575 00:21:24,249 --> 00:21:25,984 COMPUTER: Warning. Inner hull failing. 576 00:21:26,051 --> 00:21:28,353 Decompression danger deck 36, section four. 577 00:21:28,420 --> 00:21:29,655 Sealing Main Engineering. 578 00:21:29,721 --> 00:21:30,000 Data, fluctuate phaser resonance frequencies. 579 00:21:30,000 --> 00:21:32,424 Data, fluctuate phaser resonance frequencies. 580 00:21:32,491 --> 00:21:34,826 Random settings, keep them changing. 581 00:21:34,893 --> 00:21:36,000 Don't give them time to adapt. 582 00:21:36,000 --> 00:21:37,029 Don't give them time to adapt. 583 00:21:44,770 --> 00:21:47,072 The tractor beam has been released. 584 00:21:47,139 --> 00:21:48,000 Warp nine. 585 00:21:48,000 --> 00:21:48,473 Warp nine. 586 00:21:48,540 --> 00:21:51,710 Course 151 mark 330. 587 00:21:51,777 --> 00:21:53,845 Engage. 588 00:22:01,953 --> 00:22:04,656 They are in pursuit, Captain. 589 00:22:04,723 --> 00:22:06,000 Maintain course. 590 00:22:06,000 --> 00:22:07,059 Maintain course. 591 00:22:07,125 --> 00:22:08,960 Damage report, Geordi. 592 00:22:09,027 --> 00:22:10,962 Hull rupture in Main Engineering. 593 00:22:11,029 --> 00:22:12,000 The damage is pretty heavy. 594 00:22:12,000 --> 00:22:12,831 The damage is pretty heavy. 595 00:22:12,898 --> 00:22:15,100 We lost a lot of good people down there. 596 00:22:15,167 --> 00:22:18,000 11 dead, eight more unaccounted for, Captain. 597 00:22:18,000 --> 00:22:18,003 11 dead, eight more unaccounted for, Captain. 598 00:22:18,070 --> 00:22:19,438 Repair teams to Engineering. 599 00:22:19,504 --> 00:22:20,439 Seal hull breach. 600 00:22:20,505 --> 00:22:21,740 They didn't get to the core. 601 00:22:21,807 --> 00:22:23,341 I can control functions from here. 602 00:22:23,408 --> 00:22:24,000 Now approaching the Paulson Nebula, sir. 603 00:22:24,000 --> 00:22:25,811 Now approaching the Paulson Nebula, sir. 604 00:22:25,877 --> 00:22:27,846 Drop to impulse. 605 00:22:35,987 --> 00:22:36,000 Take us in, Ensign. 606 00:22:36,000 --> 00:22:37,689 Take us in, Ensign. 607 00:22:46,832 --> 00:22:48,000 The field's getting too dense, sir. 608 00:22:48,000 --> 00:22:49,468 The field's getting too dense, sir. 609 00:22:49,534 --> 00:22:50,936 Steady. 610 00:22:54,706 --> 00:22:57,676 Analysis of the nebula cloud, Mr. Data. 611 00:22:57,743 --> 00:22:59,711 82% dilithium hydroxyls... 612 00:22:59,778 --> 00:23:00,000 magnesium, chromium. 613 00:23:00,000 --> 00:23:00,812 magnesium, chromium. 614 00:23:00,879 --> 00:23:02,547 Should provide an effective screen 615 00:23:02,614 --> 00:23:03,982 against their sensors, Captain. 616 00:23:05,183 --> 00:23:06,000 Mr. La Forge, prepare to reverse engines. 617 00:23:06,000 --> 00:23:07,152 Mr. La Forge, prepare to reverse engines. 618 00:23:07,219 --> 00:23:08,553 Full stop. 619 00:23:20,065 --> 00:23:21,500 ( console beeps ) 620 00:23:21,566 --> 00:23:23,835 The Borg ship is continuing scans 621 00:23:23,902 --> 00:23:24,000 attempting to locate us. 622 00:23:24,000 --> 00:23:25,937 attempting to locate us. 623 00:23:26,004 --> 00:23:27,506 Good. 624 00:23:27,572 --> 00:23:29,541 As long as they're looking for us 625 00:23:29,608 --> 00:23:30,000 they won't hurt anyone else. 626 00:23:30,000 --> 00:23:31,409 they won't hurt anyone else. 627 00:23:36,782 --> 00:23:38,683 Time index: 514. 628 00:23:38,750 --> 00:23:41,753 Data started to fluctuate phaser resonance frequencies. 629 00:23:41,820 --> 00:23:42,000 The Borg's beam breaks contact. 630 00:23:42,000 --> 00:23:43,522 The Borg's beam breaks contact. 631 00:23:43,588 --> 00:23:44,523 Slow playback. 632 00:23:44,589 --> 00:23:45,557 Take a closer look, Commander. 633 00:23:45,624 --> 00:23:47,692 Mr. La Forge? 634 00:23:47,759 --> 00:23:48,000 LA FORGE: There's a two percent drop in power for an instant 635 00:23:48,000 --> 00:23:50,762 LA FORGE: There's a two percent drop in power for an instant 636 00:23:50,829 --> 00:23:52,197 but it is system-wide. 637 00:23:52,264 --> 00:23:54,000 The phaser frequency spread was in a high narrow band. 638 00:23:54,000 --> 00:23:54,533 The phaser frequency spread was in a high narrow band. 639 00:23:54,599 --> 00:23:56,034 Conceivably, the ship's power distribution nodes 640 00:23:56,101 --> 00:23:58,970 are vulnerable to those frequencies. 641 00:23:59,037 --> 00:24:00,000 If we can generate a concentrated burst of power 642 00:24:00,000 --> 00:24:01,173 If we can generate a concentrated burst of power 643 00:24:01,239 --> 00:24:02,974 at that same frequency distribution-- 644 00:24:03,041 --> 00:24:05,076 I mean a lot more than anything our phasers 645 00:24:05,143 --> 00:24:06,000 or photon torpedoes could ever provide. 646 00:24:06,000 --> 00:24:06,912 or photon torpedoes could ever provide. 647 00:24:06,978 --> 00:24:07,913 How do we do that? 648 00:24:07,979 --> 00:24:08,947 The main deflector dish. 649 00:24:09,014 --> 00:24:10,315 It's the only component on the Enterprise 650 00:24:10,382 --> 00:24:12,000 designed to channel that much power at controlled frequencies. 651 00:24:12,000 --> 00:24:13,752 designed to channel that much power at controlled frequencies. 652 00:24:13,819 --> 00:24:14,886 End program. 653 00:24:14,953 --> 00:24:17,155 Unfortunately, there is one slight detail. 654 00:24:17,222 --> 00:24:18,000 In the process, the blast 655 00:24:18,000 --> 00:24:18,723 In the process, the blast 656 00:24:18,790 --> 00:24:20,892 completely destroys the Enterprise as well. 657 00:24:20,959 --> 00:24:24,000 If we could get further away, increase the deflector's range. 658 00:24:24,000 --> 00:24:24,996 If we could get further away, increase the deflector's range. 659 00:24:25,063 --> 00:24:26,765 SHELBY: It could work. 660 00:24:26,832 --> 00:24:27,866 In the meantime 661 00:24:27,933 --> 00:24:28,867 we should retune all phasers 662 00:24:28,934 --> 00:24:30,000 including the hand units, to the same frequency. 663 00:24:30,000 --> 00:24:31,169 including the hand units, to the same frequency. 664 00:24:31,236 --> 00:24:32,571 Proceed. 665 00:24:32,637 --> 00:24:33,738 I'll inform the Captain. 666 00:24:33,805 --> 00:24:35,140 There is one other recommendation 667 00:24:35,207 --> 00:24:36,000 I'd like to make, Commander. 668 00:24:36,000 --> 00:24:36,741 I'd like to make, Commander. 669 00:24:36,808 --> 00:24:37,943 Separate the saucer section. 670 00:24:38,009 --> 00:24:40,111 Assign a skeleton crew to create a diversion. 671 00:24:40,178 --> 00:24:42,000 We may need the power from the saucer's impulse engines. 672 00:24:42,000 --> 00:24:42,881 We may need the power from the saucer's impulse engines. 673 00:24:42,948 --> 00:24:45,183 But it would give them more than one target to worry about. 674 00:24:45,250 --> 00:24:46,952 It's too great a risk. 675 00:24:47,018 --> 00:24:48,000 I'd like the Captain to make that decision, sir. 676 00:24:48,000 --> 00:24:49,554 I'd like the Captain to make that decision, sir. 677 00:24:49,621 --> 00:24:52,257 Commander, I bring all the alternatives 678 00:24:52,324 --> 00:24:54,000 to the Captain's attention. 679 00:24:54,000 --> 00:24:54,559 to the Captain's attention. 680 00:24:54,626 --> 00:24:55,994 That will be all. 681 00:25:03,301 --> 00:25:04,035 I going to need to install 682 00:25:04,102 --> 00:25:05,503 higher capacity power transfers 683 00:25:05,570 --> 00:25:06,000 to the deflector dish, Commander. 684 00:25:06,000 --> 00:25:06,671 to the deflector dish, Commander. 685 00:25:06,738 --> 00:25:07,672 How long? 686 00:25:07,739 --> 00:25:09,074 Better part of a day. 687 00:25:09,140 --> 00:25:11,243 She gets a full head of steam, doesn't she? 688 00:25:11,309 --> 00:25:12,000 Mm-hmm. She's a formidable presence, to say the least 689 00:25:12,000 --> 00:25:13,912 Mm-hmm. She's a formidable presence, to say the least 690 00:25:13,979 --> 00:25:15,914 but I'm convinced she can help us here, Commander. 691 00:25:15,981 --> 00:25:16,915 I am, too. 692 00:25:16,982 --> 00:25:18,000 Don't worry about it. 693 00:25:18,000 --> 00:25:18,083 Don't worry about it. 694 00:25:18,149 --> 00:25:19,150 I can handle Shelby. 695 00:25:22,821 --> 00:25:23,755 ( door chimes ) 696 00:25:23,822 --> 00:25:24,000 Come. 697 00:25:24,000 --> 00:25:24,623 Come. 698 00:25:28,860 --> 00:25:30,000 Come in, Number One. 699 00:25:30,000 --> 00:25:30,195 Come in, Number One. 700 00:25:30,262 --> 00:25:33,031 Commander Shelby was just telling me 701 00:25:33,098 --> 00:25:36,000 of your... concerns about her plan. 702 00:25:36,000 --> 00:25:37,869 of your... concerns about her plan. 703 00:25:37,936 --> 00:25:39,070 I'm sorry if she troubled you, sir. 704 00:25:39,137 --> 00:25:40,739 I have already informed her... 705 00:25:40,805 --> 00:25:42,000 PICARD: Yes, I entirely agree with you, Number One. 706 00:25:42,000 --> 00:25:42,574 PICARD: Yes, I entirely agree with you, Number One. 707 00:25:42,641 --> 00:25:44,809 It's not the time. 708 00:25:44,876 --> 00:25:46,311 But the time may come 709 00:25:46,378 --> 00:25:48,000 when we will be required to take greater risks. 710 00:25:48,000 --> 00:25:50,115 when we will be required to take greater risks. 711 00:25:50,181 --> 00:25:54,000 I want you to consider her plan as a fall-back position. 712 00:25:54,000 --> 00:25:54,052 I want you to consider her plan as a fall-back position. 713 00:25:54,119 --> 00:25:55,320 Make the necessary preparations. 714 00:25:55,387 --> 00:25:57,989 Very good, sir. 715 00:26:08,033 --> 00:26:09,668 Deck eight, Battle Bridge. 716 00:26:09,734 --> 00:26:11,136 Halt. 717 00:26:11,202 --> 00:26:12,000 Commander, you and I need 718 00:26:12,000 --> 00:26:13,071 Commander, you and I need 719 00:26:13,138 --> 00:26:15,073 to have a conversation. 720 00:26:15,140 --> 00:26:17,943 You never ordered me not to discuss this with the Captain. 721 00:26:18,009 --> 00:26:19,878 You disagree with me-- fine. 722 00:26:19,945 --> 00:26:22,314 You need to take it to the Captain-- fine. 723 00:26:22,380 --> 00:26:23,848 Through me. 724 00:26:23,915 --> 00:26:24,000 You do an end run around me again 725 00:26:24,000 --> 00:26:26,318 You do an end run around me again 726 00:26:26,384 --> 00:26:27,786 I'll snap you back so hard 727 00:26:27,852 --> 00:26:29,988 you'll think you're a first-year cadet again. 728 00:26:30,055 --> 00:26:32,123 May I speak frankly, sir? 729 00:26:32,190 --> 00:26:33,992 By all means. 730 00:26:34,059 --> 00:26:35,994 You're in my way. 731 00:26:36,061 --> 00:26:38,029 Really. 732 00:26:38,096 --> 00:26:41,099 How terrible for you. 733 00:26:41,166 --> 00:26:42,000 All you know how to do is play it safe. 734 00:26:42,000 --> 00:26:43,001 All you know how to do is play it safe. 735 00:26:43,068 --> 00:26:45,003 I suppose that's why someone like you 736 00:26:45,070 --> 00:26:47,005 sits in the shadow of a great man 737 00:26:47,072 --> 00:26:48,000 for as long as you have 738 00:26:48,000 --> 00:26:48,173 for as long as you have 739 00:26:48,239 --> 00:26:50,342 passing up one command after another. 740 00:26:50,408 --> 00:26:51,943 Proceed to deck eight. 741 00:26:53,678 --> 00:26:54,000 When it comes to this ship and this crew 742 00:26:54,000 --> 00:26:56,348 When it comes to this ship and this crew 743 00:26:56,414 --> 00:26:59,117 you're damned right I play it safe. 744 00:26:59,184 --> 00:27:00,000 If you can't make the big decisions, Commander 745 00:27:00,000 --> 00:27:02,120 If you can't make the big decisions, Commander 746 00:27:02,187 --> 00:27:05,023 I suggest you make room for someone who can. 747 00:27:18,103 --> 00:27:20,372 Captain's Log, Stardate 43996.2. 748 00:27:20,438 --> 00:27:23,241 The Enterprise remains concealed in the dust cloud. 749 00:27:23,308 --> 00:27:24,000 And, to my surprise, the Borg have maintained their position 750 00:27:24,000 --> 00:27:26,344 And, to my surprise, the Borg have maintained their position 751 00:27:26,411 --> 00:27:28,279 waiting for us to come out of hiding. 752 00:27:28,346 --> 00:27:29,914 I have no explanation 753 00:27:29,981 --> 00:27:30,000 for their special interest in me or this ship. 754 00:27:30,000 --> 00:27:32,784 for their special interest in me or this ship. 755 00:27:32,851 --> 00:27:34,886 We continue to prepare our defenses 756 00:27:34,953 --> 00:27:36,000 for the inevitable confrontation 757 00:27:36,000 --> 00:27:36,855 for the inevitable confrontation 758 00:27:36,921 --> 00:27:38,723 but, I must admit, on this night 759 00:27:38,790 --> 00:27:40,959 I contemplate the distinct possibility 760 00:27:41,026 --> 00:27:42,000 that no defense may be adequate against this enemy. 761 00:27:42,000 --> 00:27:43,962 that no defense may be adequate against this enemy. 762 00:27:44,029 --> 00:27:45,196 Captain. 763 00:28:07,218 --> 00:28:09,821 Trouble sleeping? 764 00:28:09,888 --> 00:28:12,000 It's something of a tradition, Guinan-- 765 00:28:12,000 --> 00:28:13,458 It's something of a tradition, Guinan-- 766 00:28:13,525 --> 00:28:17,295 Captain touring the ship before a battle. 767 00:28:17,362 --> 00:28:18,000 Oh. 768 00:28:18,000 --> 00:28:19,164 Oh. 769 00:28:19,230 --> 00:28:21,132 Before a hopeless battle 770 00:28:21,199 --> 00:28:24,000 if I remember the tradition correctly. 771 00:28:24,000 --> 00:28:24,169 if I remember the tradition correctly. 772 00:28:24,235 --> 00:28:25,870 Not necessarily. 773 00:28:25,937 --> 00:28:28,073 Nelson toured the HMS Victory before Trafalgar. 774 00:28:28,139 --> 00:28:30,000 Yes, but Nelson never returned from Trafalgar, did he? 775 00:28:30,000 --> 00:28:33,711 Yes, but Nelson never returned from Trafalgar, did he? 776 00:28:33,778 --> 00:28:36,000 No, but the battle was won. 777 00:28:36,000 --> 00:28:36,314 No, but the battle was won. 778 00:28:36,381 --> 00:28:40,185 Do you expect this battle to be won? 779 00:28:40,251 --> 00:28:42,000 We may yet prevail. 780 00:28:42,000 --> 00:28:43,788 We may yet prevail. 781 00:28:43,855 --> 00:28:47,192 That's... a conceit. 782 00:28:47,258 --> 00:28:48,000 But... it's a healthy one. 783 00:28:48,000 --> 00:28:50,228 But... it's a healthy one. 784 00:28:50,295 --> 00:28:53,098 I wonder if the Emperor Honorius 785 00:28:53,164 --> 00:28:54,000 watching the Visigoths coming over the seventh hill 786 00:28:54,000 --> 00:28:58,036 watching the Visigoths coming over the seventh hill 787 00:28:58,103 --> 00:29:00,000 truly realized that the Roman Empire was about to fall. 788 00:29:00,000 --> 00:29:03,241 truly realized that the Roman Empire was about to fall. 789 00:29:03,308 --> 00:29:06,000 This is just another page in history, isn't it? 790 00:29:06,000 --> 00:29:07,946 This is just another page in history, isn't it? 791 00:29:08,012 --> 00:29:11,349 Will this be the end of our civilization? 792 00:29:11,416 --> 00:29:12,000 Turn the page. 793 00:29:12,000 --> 00:29:13,985 Turn the page. 794 00:29:16,955 --> 00:29:18,000 This isn't the end. 795 00:29:18,000 --> 00:29:19,290 This isn't the end. 796 00:29:19,357 --> 00:29:23,328 You say that with remarkable assuredness. 797 00:29:23,394 --> 00:29:24,000 With experience. 798 00:29:24,000 --> 00:29:25,897 With experience. 799 00:29:25,964 --> 00:29:28,233 When the Borg destroyed my world 800 00:29:28,299 --> 00:29:30,000 my people were scattered throughout the universe. 801 00:29:30,000 --> 00:29:31,903 my people were scattered throughout the universe. 802 00:29:31,970 --> 00:29:33,304 We survived. 803 00:29:33,371 --> 00:29:36,000 As will humanity survive. 804 00:29:36,000 --> 00:29:36,875 As will humanity survive. 805 00:29:36,941 --> 00:29:39,244 As long as there's a handful of you 806 00:29:39,310 --> 00:29:41,212 to keep the spirit alive 807 00:29:41,279 --> 00:29:42,000 you will prevail. 808 00:29:42,000 --> 00:29:43,081 you will prevail. 809 00:29:43,148 --> 00:29:45,817 Even if it takes a millennium. 810 00:29:46,451 --> 00:29:48,000 ( explosion ) 811 00:29:48,000 --> 00:29:49,487 ( explosion ) 812 00:29:49,554 --> 00:29:53,191 WORF: Captain Picard, report to the Bridge. 813 00:29:53,258 --> 00:29:54,000 I'm on my way, Lieutenant. 814 00:29:54,000 --> 00:29:55,793 I'm on my way, Lieutenant. 815 00:30:13,344 --> 00:30:17,348 They're some sort of magnetometric-guided charges. 816 00:30:22,020 --> 00:30:23,254 Status of shields? 817 00:30:23,321 --> 00:30:24,000 WORF: Back to 48%, Captain. 818 00:30:24,000 --> 00:30:24,956 WORF: Back to 48%, Captain. 819 00:30:25,023 --> 00:30:27,492 Mr. La Forge, I may have to take us out of the nebula. 820 00:30:27,559 --> 00:30:29,394 I want all the power you can give me. 821 00:30:29,460 --> 00:30:30,000 Engines are ready, Captain. 822 00:30:30,000 --> 00:30:30,929 Engines are ready, Captain. 823 00:30:30,995 --> 00:30:33,031 Recommend you adjust shield harmonics 824 00:30:33,097 --> 00:30:35,366 to favor the upper EM band when you proceed. 825 00:30:35,433 --> 00:30:36,000 Acknowledged. 826 00:30:36,000 --> 00:30:36,601 Acknowledged. 827 00:30:37,669 --> 00:30:39,437 Direct hit, deck nine. 828 00:30:39,504 --> 00:30:41,306 Damage report. 829 00:30:41,372 --> 00:30:42,000 Structural latching system integrity breached. 830 00:30:42,000 --> 00:30:43,241 Structural latching system integrity breached. 831 00:30:43,308 --> 00:30:45,276 Prepare to take us out of here, Number One. 832 00:30:45,343 --> 00:30:46,077 Fire up the engines. 833 00:30:46,144 --> 00:30:48,000 Half impulse till we clear the nebula 834 00:30:48,000 --> 00:30:48,179 Half impulse till we clear the nebula 835 00:30:48,246 --> 00:30:49,380 then punch it up to warp nine. 836 00:30:49,447 --> 00:30:51,549 Ready phasers, load forward torpedo bays. 837 00:30:51,616 --> 00:30:53,351 Engage. 838 00:31:01,125 --> 00:31:03,394 Borg tractor beam is attempting to lock on. 839 00:31:03,461 --> 00:31:04,262 Fire at will. 840 00:31:04,329 --> 00:31:05,897 Continue rotating shield frequency. 841 00:31:05,964 --> 00:31:06,000 ( console beeping ) 842 00:31:06,000 --> 00:31:06,898 ( console beeping ) 843 00:31:06,965 --> 00:31:07,966 Shields failing. 844 00:31:09,400 --> 00:31:10,635 ( insistent beeping ) 845 00:31:10,702 --> 00:31:12,000 Tractor beam has locked on. 846 00:31:12,000 --> 00:31:12,370 Tractor beam has locked on. 847 00:31:32,490 --> 00:31:33,491 It's no use. 848 00:31:33,558 --> 00:31:35,560 They've already adapted to the new frequencies. 849 00:31:40,098 --> 00:31:41,366 ( grunts ) 850 00:32:04,022 --> 00:32:05,990 The Borg ship is disengaging. 851 00:32:06,057 --> 00:32:07,191 Leaving at warp speed. 852 00:32:07,258 --> 00:32:09,127 Maintain pursuit. 853 00:32:11,596 --> 00:32:12,000 Borg vessel has reached warp nine, 9.4, 9.6. 854 00:32:12,000 --> 00:32:17,068 Borg vessel has reached warp nine, 9.4, 9.6. 855 00:32:17,135 --> 00:32:18,000 Stay with them. 856 00:32:18,000 --> 00:32:18,069 Stay with them. 857 00:32:18,136 --> 00:32:19,070 Riker to O'Brien. 858 00:32:19,137 --> 00:32:20,705 Can you get a fix on the Captain? 859 00:32:20,772 --> 00:32:21,939 Negative, sir. 860 00:32:22,006 --> 00:32:23,441 There's some kind of interference. 861 00:32:23,508 --> 00:32:24,000 I can't lock in on his signal. 862 00:32:24,000 --> 00:32:25,043 I can't lock in on his signal. 863 00:32:25,109 --> 00:32:27,979 Senior officers, report to the Bridge. 864 00:32:28,046 --> 00:32:30,000 Sir, the coordinates they have set-- 865 00:32:30,000 --> 00:32:30,515 Sir, the coordinates they have set-- 866 00:32:30,581 --> 00:32:33,084 they are on a direct course 867 00:32:33,151 --> 00:32:36,000 to Sector 001-- the Terran system. 868 00:33:07,318 --> 00:33:09,387 BORG VOICES: Captain Jean-Luc Picard 869 00:33:09,454 --> 00:33:12,000 you lead the strongest ship of the Federation fleet. 870 00:33:12,000 --> 00:33:12,523 you lead the strongest ship of the Federation fleet. 871 00:33:12,590 --> 00:33:14,158 You speak for your people. 872 00:33:14,225 --> 00:33:16,227 I have nothing to say to you 873 00:33:16,294 --> 00:33:18,000 and I will resist you with my last ounce of strength. 874 00:33:18,000 --> 00:33:20,098 and I will resist you with my last ounce of strength. 875 00:33:20,164 --> 00:33:22,100 Strength is irrelevant. 876 00:33:22,166 --> 00:33:23,301 Resistance is futile. 877 00:33:23,368 --> 00:33:24,000 We wish to improve ourselves. 878 00:33:24,000 --> 00:33:25,169 We wish to improve ourselves. 879 00:33:25,236 --> 00:33:26,537 We will add your biological 880 00:33:26,604 --> 00:33:29,107 and technological distinctiveness to our own. 881 00:33:29,173 --> 00:33:30,000 Your culture will adapt to service ours. 882 00:33:30,000 --> 00:33:32,276 Your culture will adapt to service ours. 883 00:33:32,343 --> 00:33:33,778 Impossible. 884 00:33:33,845 --> 00:33:36,000 My culture is based on freedom and self-determination. 885 00:33:36,000 --> 00:33:38,182 My culture is based on freedom and self-determination. 886 00:33:38,249 --> 00:33:40,084 Freedom is irrelevant. 887 00:33:40,151 --> 00:33:42,000 Self-determination is irrelevant. 888 00:33:42,000 --> 00:33:42,453 Self-determination is irrelevant. 889 00:33:42,520 --> 00:33:44,155 You must comply. 890 00:33:44,222 --> 00:33:45,623 We would rather die. 891 00:33:45,690 --> 00:33:47,658 Death is irrelevant. 892 00:33:47,725 --> 00:33:48,000 Your archaic cultures are authority driven. 893 00:33:48,000 --> 00:33:51,229 Your archaic cultures are authority driven. 894 00:33:51,295 --> 00:33:54,000 To facilitate our introduction into your societies 895 00:33:54,000 --> 00:33:54,198 To facilitate our introduction into your societies 896 00:33:54,265 --> 00:33:57,235 it has been decided that a human voice will speak for us 897 00:33:57,301 --> 00:33:58,803 in all communications. 898 00:33:58,870 --> 00:34:00,000 You have been chosen to be that voice. 899 00:34:00,000 --> 00:34:01,606 You have been chosen to be that voice. 900 00:34:09,147 --> 00:34:10,681 WORF: Commander, they are leading us 901 00:34:10,748 --> 00:34:12,000 into the heart of our own defenses. 902 00:34:12,000 --> 00:34:12,316 into the heart of our own defenses. 903 00:34:12,383 --> 00:34:14,252 Yeah, well, so far, they haven't had 904 00:34:14,318 --> 00:34:16,254 much of a reason to worry about our defenses. 905 00:34:16,320 --> 00:34:18,000 Commander, if the Borg stay at warp 9.6 906 00:34:18,000 --> 00:34:18,122 Commander, if the Borg stay at warp 9.6 907 00:34:18,189 --> 00:34:20,158 we'll be forced to discontinue pursuit 908 00:34:20,224 --> 00:34:21,592 and power down in less than three hours. 909 00:34:21,659 --> 00:34:23,694 Two hours, 40 minutes, three seconds. 910 00:34:23,761 --> 00:34:24,000 How long before the deflector's ready? 911 00:34:24,000 --> 00:34:25,696 How long before the deflector's ready? 912 00:34:25,763 --> 00:34:26,631 We're close, a few hours maybe. 913 00:34:26,697 --> 00:34:28,733 I know-- I'll get it done in two somehow 914 00:34:28,800 --> 00:34:30,000 but, Commander, I'm going to need serious power 915 00:34:30,000 --> 00:34:30,735 but, Commander, I'm going to need serious power 916 00:34:30,802 --> 00:34:32,737 from the warp engines to make this weapon work. 917 00:34:32,804 --> 00:34:34,439 So far, we're using everything we've got 918 00:34:34,505 --> 00:34:35,440 just to keep up with them. 919 00:34:35,506 --> 00:34:36,000 Sir, we've got to get that ship down to impulse. 920 00:34:36,000 --> 00:34:38,676 Sir, we've got to get that ship down to impulse. 921 00:34:38,743 --> 00:34:41,579 I'm leading an away team over there to get the Captain back. 922 00:34:41,646 --> 00:34:42,000 We'll find a way to get them out of warp. 923 00:34:42,000 --> 00:34:43,548 We'll find a way to get them out of warp. 924 00:34:43,614 --> 00:34:46,083 Ensign Crusher, you continue to assist Mr. La Forge. 925 00:34:46,150 --> 00:34:47,819 Commander Shelby, you'll take the Bridge 926 00:34:47,885 --> 00:34:48,000 and coordinate with Starfleet. 927 00:34:48,000 --> 00:34:49,454 and coordinate with Starfleet. 928 00:34:49,520 --> 00:34:51,155 Data, Worf, Doctor, you're with me. 929 00:34:51,222 --> 00:34:52,156 Excuse me, sir. 930 00:34:52,223 --> 00:34:53,724 With my knowledge of the Borg... 931 00:34:53,791 --> 00:34:54,000 Those are my orders, Commander! 932 00:34:54,000 --> 00:34:55,293 Those are my orders, Commander! 933 00:34:55,359 --> 00:34:57,161 TROI: Commander Riker 934 00:34:57,228 --> 00:35:00,000 it is inappropriate for you to lead the away team. 935 00:35:00,000 --> 00:35:01,799 it is inappropriate for you to lead the away team. 936 00:35:01,866 --> 00:35:04,168 Until the return of Captain Picard 937 00:35:04,235 --> 00:35:06,000 you are in command of the Enterprise. 938 00:35:06,000 --> 00:35:06,537 you are in command of the Enterprise. 939 00:35:06,604 --> 00:35:08,105 We're in a state of war 940 00:35:08,172 --> 00:35:10,408 and your place is on the Bridge. 941 00:35:16,447 --> 00:35:17,381 Commander Shelby 942 00:35:17,448 --> 00:35:18,000 you'll lead the away team. 943 00:35:18,000 --> 00:35:19,417 you'll lead the away team. 944 00:35:19,484 --> 00:35:20,818 Make it so. 945 00:35:32,763 --> 00:35:35,833 First Officer's Log, Stardate 43998.5. 946 00:35:35,900 --> 00:35:36,000 Our pursuit of the Borg 947 00:35:36,000 --> 00:35:36,901 Our pursuit of the Borg 948 00:35:36,968 --> 00:35:38,836 continues on a course that will take us 949 00:35:38,903 --> 00:35:40,671 to the very core of the Federation. 950 00:35:40,738 --> 00:35:42,000 The devastation they could bring is beyond imagination. 951 00:35:42,000 --> 00:35:43,774 The devastation they could bring is beyond imagination. 952 00:35:44,842 --> 00:35:46,744 These phasers have been retuned. 953 00:35:46,811 --> 00:35:48,000 Each has a different frequency spanning the upper EM band. 954 00:35:48,000 --> 00:35:49,780 Each has a different frequency spanning the upper EM band. 955 00:35:49,847 --> 00:35:51,849 All right, a reminder-- we only get to use 956 00:35:51,916 --> 00:35:53,584 each of these once, maybe twice 957 00:35:53,651 --> 00:35:54,000 before the Borg learn to adapt. 958 00:35:54,000 --> 00:35:54,919 before the Borg learn to adapt. 959 00:35:54,986 --> 00:35:57,188 Don't fire until you have to. 960 00:35:57,255 --> 00:35:59,690 What kind of resistance should we expect? 961 00:35:59,757 --> 00:36:00,000 At our first encounter, the Borg virtually ignored us 962 00:36:00,000 --> 00:36:02,827 At our first encounter, the Borg virtually ignored us 963 00:36:02,894 --> 00:36:04,862 when we beamed aboard their vessel. 964 00:36:04,929 --> 00:36:06,000 Clearly, they did not consider our being there a threat. 965 00:36:06,000 --> 00:36:07,365 Clearly, they did not consider our being there a threat. 966 00:36:07,431 --> 00:36:08,332 That may change, however 967 00:36:08,399 --> 00:36:10,368 if we start interfering with their plans. 968 00:36:17,909 --> 00:36:18,000 Shelby to Bridge. 969 00:36:18,000 --> 00:36:19,744 Shelby to Bridge. 970 00:36:19,810 --> 00:36:20,811 Away team ready. 971 00:36:20,878 --> 00:36:21,712 We've got 58 minutes 972 00:36:21,779 --> 00:36:24,000 before we have to power down and disengage. 973 00:36:24,000 --> 00:36:24,415 before we have to power down and disengage. 974 00:36:24,482 --> 00:36:25,416 Understood. 975 00:36:25,483 --> 00:36:26,551 Proceed. Commander? 976 00:36:26,617 --> 00:36:29,320 No unnecessary risks. Clear? 977 00:36:29,387 --> 00:36:30,000 Very clear, sir. 978 00:36:30,000 --> 00:36:30,655 Very clear, sir. 979 00:36:30,721 --> 00:36:31,822 Shelby out. 980 00:36:31,889 --> 00:36:34,759 We've matched warp velocity for transport, Commander. 981 00:36:34,825 --> 00:36:36,000 Energize. 982 00:36:36,000 --> 00:36:36,294 Energize. 983 00:36:52,376 --> 00:36:54,000 WORF: Tricorder functions minimal. 984 00:36:54,000 --> 00:36:54,779 WORF: Tricorder functions minimal. 985 00:36:54,845 --> 00:36:55,947 Any signs of human life? 986 00:36:56,013 --> 00:36:58,449 Inconclusive. 987 00:37:30,081 --> 00:37:31,549 Look at this. 988 00:37:31,616 --> 00:37:33,718 This is extraordinary. 989 00:37:35,786 --> 00:37:36,000 Those appear to be 990 00:37:36,000 --> 00:37:36,854 Those appear to be 991 00:37:36,921 --> 00:37:39,824 some kind of power waveguide conduits 992 00:37:39,890 --> 00:37:42,000 which allow them to work collectively 993 00:37:42,000 --> 00:37:42,293 which allow them to work collectively 994 00:37:42,360 --> 00:37:44,028 as they perform ship functions. 995 00:37:44,095 --> 00:37:46,464 There's no way to take out enough of these 996 00:37:46,530 --> 00:37:47,632 to disable them. 997 00:37:47,698 --> 00:37:48,000 What if we look at this 998 00:37:48,000 --> 00:37:49,333 What if we look at this 999 00:37:49,400 --> 00:37:51,469 from the mosquito's point of view? 1000 00:37:51,535 --> 00:37:53,337 Interesting metaphor, Doctor. 1001 00:37:53,404 --> 00:37:54,000 What is your idea? 1002 00:37:54,000 --> 00:37:54,305 What is your idea? 1003 00:37:54,372 --> 00:37:57,341 If we sting them in a tender spot 1004 00:37:57,408 --> 00:38:00,000 they might stop for a minute to scratch. 1005 00:38:00,000 --> 00:38:00,878 they might stop for a minute to scratch. 1006 00:38:15,459 --> 00:38:17,728 Distribution nodes. 1007 00:38:17,795 --> 00:38:18,000 SHELBY: If we take out a few of these, it just might make them scratch. 1008 00:38:18,000 --> 00:38:22,433 SHELBY: If we take out a few of these, it just might make them scratch. 1009 00:38:22,500 --> 00:38:24,000 The Captain's communicator-- 1010 00:38:24,000 --> 00:38:24,435 The Captain's communicator-- 1011 00:38:24,502 --> 00:38:25,903 it is still activated. 1012 00:38:25,970 --> 00:38:27,438 Crusher to Picard. 1013 00:38:27,505 --> 00:38:28,406 Can you hear me? 1014 00:38:28,472 --> 00:38:30,000 Can you locate it, Worf? 1015 00:38:30,000 --> 00:38:31,575 Can you locate it, Worf? 1016 00:38:31,642 --> 00:38:33,344 This way. 1017 00:38:36,847 --> 00:38:39,750 I strongly recommend redeploying all available defenses 1018 00:38:39,817 --> 00:38:42,000 to protect Sector 001, Admiral. 1019 00:38:42,000 --> 00:38:42,753 to protect Sector 001, Admiral. 1020 00:38:42,820 --> 00:38:46,323 We're moving to intercept at Wolf 359. 1021 00:38:46,390 --> 00:38:48,000 We'll make our stand there. 1022 00:38:48,000 --> 00:38:48,459 We'll make our stand there. 1023 00:38:48,526 --> 00:38:50,795 How much longer can you maintain pursuit? 1024 00:38:50,861 --> 00:38:52,797 22 minutes if they stay at their current speed. 1025 00:38:52,863 --> 00:38:54,000 If we can't bring them out of warp 1026 00:38:54,000 --> 00:38:54,965 If we can't bring them out of warp 1027 00:38:55,032 --> 00:38:57,468 we'll do as much damage as we can 1028 00:38:57,535 --> 00:38:59,503 before we have to disengage. 1029 00:38:59,570 --> 00:39:00,000 Picard? 1030 00:39:00,000 --> 00:39:01,839 Picard? 1031 00:39:03,174 --> 00:39:04,809 Nothing yet, sir. 1032 00:39:05,843 --> 00:39:06,000 ( tricorder beeping ) 1033 00:39:06,000 --> 00:39:08,813 ( tricorder beeping ) 1034 00:39:08,879 --> 00:39:11,582 ( beeping faster ) 1035 00:39:11,649 --> 00:39:12,000 In here. 1036 00:39:12,000 --> 00:39:13,117 In here. 1037 00:39:36,841 --> 00:39:38,509 Shelby to Enterprise. 1038 00:39:38,576 --> 00:39:39,610 Go ahead. 1039 00:39:39,677 --> 00:39:41,779 We've found the Captain's uniform 1040 00:39:41,846 --> 00:39:42,000 and his communicator. 1041 00:39:42,000 --> 00:39:43,080 and his communicator. 1042 00:39:43,147 --> 00:39:44,915 We're resuming our search. 1043 00:39:44,982 --> 00:39:46,617 Stand by, Commander. 1044 00:39:46,684 --> 00:39:47,785 We're in business. 1045 00:39:47,852 --> 00:39:48,000 It'll burn out the main deflector 1046 00:39:48,000 --> 00:39:49,920 It'll burn out the main deflector 1047 00:39:49,987 --> 00:39:52,089 but it'll be one hell of a bang. 1048 00:39:52,156 --> 00:39:53,624 Radiation danger? 1049 00:39:53,691 --> 00:39:54,000 We're going to have to evacuate 1050 00:39:54,000 --> 00:39:54,658 We're going to have to evacuate 1051 00:39:54,725 --> 00:39:56,560 the entire forward half of the secondary hull 1052 00:39:56,627 --> 00:39:57,928 and the lower three decks of the saucer. 1053 00:39:57,995 --> 00:39:59,764 I'll see to that. 1054 00:39:59,830 --> 00:40:00,000 Commander Shelby 1055 00:40:00,000 --> 00:40:01,665 Commander Shelby 1056 00:40:01,732 --> 00:40:03,768 we have only 17 minutes of warp power left. 1057 00:40:03,834 --> 00:40:06,000 Do whatever you can to get them out of warp. 1058 00:40:06,000 --> 00:40:06,704 Do whatever you can to get them out of warp. 1059 00:40:06,771 --> 00:40:07,872 Acknowledged. 1060 00:40:07,938 --> 00:40:09,106 Shelby out. 1061 00:40:15,112 --> 00:40:16,881 Let's take out some of these distribution nodes 1062 00:40:16,947 --> 00:40:18,000 and see what happens. 1063 00:40:18,000 --> 00:40:19,049 and see what happens. 1064 00:40:52,783 --> 00:40:53,818 Sir, they've done it. 1065 00:40:53,884 --> 00:40:54,000 The Borg ship is dropping out of warp. 1066 00:40:54,000 --> 00:40:55,586 The Borg ship is dropping out of warp. 1067 00:40:55,653 --> 00:40:57,755 Go to impulse. 1068 00:40:57,822 --> 00:40:58,889 Aye, sir. 1069 00:40:58,956 --> 00:41:00,000 Diverting warp power to main deflector. 1070 00:41:00,000 --> 00:41:01,525 Diverting warp power to main deflector. 1071 00:41:01,592 --> 00:41:03,994 Move us to within 40,000 kilometers 1072 00:41:04,061 --> 00:41:05,162 and match velocity. 1073 00:41:05,229 --> 00:41:06,000 Commence arming sequence. 1074 00:41:06,000 --> 00:41:06,764 Commence arming sequence. 1075 00:41:06,831 --> 00:41:09,867 Increase deflector modulation to upper frequency band. 1076 00:41:31,789 --> 00:41:33,090 Shelby to Enterprise. 1077 00:41:33,157 --> 00:41:33,958 Encountering resistance. 1078 00:41:34,024 --> 00:41:35,993 Prepare to beam us back on my signal. 1079 00:41:53,677 --> 00:41:54,000 SHELBY: They're adapting to the frequencies. 1080 00:41:54,000 --> 00:41:56,680 SHELBY: They're adapting to the frequencies. 1081 00:42:00,184 --> 00:42:01,852 Jean-Luc. 1082 00:42:07,892 --> 00:42:09,627 Captain! 1083 00:42:09,693 --> 00:42:11,161 ( gasps ) 1084 00:42:19,670 --> 00:42:20,671 ( grunts ) 1085 00:42:21,772 --> 00:42:23,140 Enterprise, get us out of here. 1086 00:42:42,259 --> 00:42:43,060 The Captain? 1087 00:42:43,127 --> 00:42:45,195 We were unable to retrieve him, sir. 1088 00:42:45,262 --> 00:42:47,264 The Captain has been altered by the Borg. 1089 00:42:47,331 --> 00:42:48,000 Altered? 1090 00:42:48,000 --> 00:42:48,332 Altered? 1091 00:42:48,399 --> 00:42:52,002 He is a Borg. 1092 00:42:52,069 --> 00:42:53,237 SHELBY: We'll go back. 1093 00:42:53,304 --> 00:42:54,000 I need more people. 1094 00:42:54,000 --> 00:42:54,104 I need more people. 1095 00:42:54,171 --> 00:42:55,906 We need to retune the phasers again. 1096 00:42:55,973 --> 00:42:57,107 We'll get him out of there. 1097 00:42:57,174 --> 00:42:58,809 LA FORGE: Commander. 1098 00:42:58,876 --> 00:43:00,000 Reading subspace field fluctuations from within 1099 00:43:00,000 --> 00:43:01,078 Reading subspace field fluctuations from within 1100 00:43:01,145 --> 00:43:02,079 the Borg ship. 1101 00:43:02,146 --> 00:43:03,113 Looks like they're... 1102 00:43:03,180 --> 00:43:04,949 regenerating-- restoring power. 1103 00:43:05,015 --> 00:43:06,000 They could be capable of warp any minute. 1104 00:43:06,000 --> 00:43:07,351 They could be capable of warp any minute. 1105 00:43:07,418 --> 00:43:09,186 Is the deflector ready? 1106 00:43:09,253 --> 00:43:11,155 It's ready. 1107 00:43:11,221 --> 00:43:12,000 Will, he's alive. 1108 00:43:12,000 --> 00:43:12,222 Will, he's alive. 1109 00:43:12,289 --> 00:43:14,291 If we could get him back to the ship 1110 00:43:14,358 --> 00:43:15,759 I might be able to restore... 1111 00:43:15,826 --> 00:43:17,361 This is our only chance to destroy them. 1112 00:43:17,428 --> 00:43:18,000 If they get back into warp, our weapon is useless. 1113 00:43:18,000 --> 00:43:19,630 If they get back into warp, our weapon is useless. 1114 00:43:19,697 --> 00:43:22,032 We'll sabotage them again if we have to. 1115 00:43:22,099 --> 00:43:23,033 We can't maintain power. 1116 00:43:23,100 --> 00:43:24,000 We don't have the time. 1117 00:43:24,000 --> 00:43:24,034 We don't have the time. 1118 00:43:24,101 --> 00:43:25,202 Prepare to fire. 1119 00:43:25,269 --> 00:43:26,937 At least consult with Starfleet Command. 1120 00:43:27,004 --> 00:43:27,938 Get Admiral Hanson 1121 00:43:28,005 --> 00:43:29,106 on subspace. 1122 00:43:29,173 --> 00:43:30,000 Belay that order, Lieutenant. 1123 00:43:30,000 --> 00:43:31,175 Belay that order, Lieutenant. 1124 00:43:31,241 --> 00:43:33,377 There's no time. 1125 00:43:33,444 --> 00:43:35,212 Sir, we are being hailed by the Borg. 1126 00:43:36,413 --> 00:43:38,115 On screen. 1127 00:43:55,366 --> 00:43:59,269 I am Locutus of Borg. 1128 00:43:59,336 --> 00:44:00,000 Resistance is futile. 1129 00:44:00,000 --> 00:44:03,040 Resistance is futile. 1130 00:44:03,107 --> 00:44:06,000 Your life, as it has been, is over. 1131 00:44:06,000 --> 00:44:08,912 Your life, as it has been, is over. 1132 00:44:08,979 --> 00:44:12,000 From this time forward, you will service us. 1133 00:44:12,000 --> 00:44:15,352 From this time forward, you will service us. 1134 00:44:26,997 --> 00:44:30,000 Mr. Worf... fire. 1135 00:44:30,000 --> 00:44:30,901 Mr. Worf... fire.