As a seasoned gamer and Star Trek enthusiast with over two decades of fandom under my belt, I can’t help but see the parallels between Hogwarts and Starfleet Academy. The anticipation for the new show is palpable, much like the tension when waiting for my favorite MMO to go live.
The upcoming series, known as Starfleet Academy, is among the new offerings in the Star Trek universe that I’m eagerly anticipating. This gifted cast will soon captivate us, but for now, we must patiently wait until we can stream it with a Paramount Plus subscription. However, the delay offers one advantage: we have ample time to ponder and speculate, and today, my thoughts wandered towards how this upcoming show could borrow some elements from the Harry Potter franchise.
In terms of the Harry Potter series, it’s evident that there were certain aspects that weren’t perfect. However, Starfleet Academy can certainly learn from one particular aspect – the captivating ambiance of Hogwarts, which remained intriguing throughout multiple films and has fans eager for more in an HBO series. Here are some simple strategies that the Trek series could adopt to achieve a similar longevity:
Seeing Starfleet Academy Should Be Like Unveiling The Hogwarts Of Star Trek
I don’t necessarily want to tie the Harry Potter franchise to Star Trek, but it’s hard not to liken Starfleet Academy to Hogwarts. This mega campus is home to the young, promising cadets of Starfleet, and yet we’ve hardly seen any of it. Our latest look happened in Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2, which is available with a Netflix subscription, and even then, it was a fleeting glimpse.
Let’s imagine Starfleet Academy as if it were Hogwarts. Unlike a spaceship, we must delve beyond sterilized chambers and hidden passageways called Jefferies tubes. Our journey should encompass every hidden corner of these corridors, including those areas off-limits to students. By the finale of this series, I aspire for it to be rich enough in detail that we could sketch a blueprint of this institution, capturing all its intricate elements.
In the setting of the 32nd century for Star Trek, there’s likely to be some advanced technology we’re not accustomed to. Fingers crossed it exists, though given the turmoil following “The Burn,” it’s possible that technology has evolved in unexpected ways.
The Instructors Should Be Just As Interesting As The Cadets
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Despite this, it seems plausible that Academy instructors may often resemble Starfleet officers, making it relatively straightforward to devise intriguing backstories for the faculty. With a few seasoned individuals joining the team and potentially even some exceptional Starfleet officers yet to be introduced, it’s reminiscent of the captivating teachers I never had in school.
I’d Love To See Clubs And Sporting Events
At Starfleet Academy, officers are taught to be versatile, ready to aid planets throughout the galaxy, yet it’s not all about cramming for exams non-stop. You might be surprised to learn that even Picard and Sisko were part of Starfleet’s wrestling team. So, one may wonder what other sports thrive in the 32nd century?
Perhaps it’s my inner American spirit yearning for the thrill of school games like Friday Night Lights. Couldn’t we organize a sporting event where every Federation institution can participate, earning boasts rights? I find myself at a loss as to what this sport might be, but I’m confident that the creative minds at Starfleet Academy will come up with an exciting solution for us.
A possible rephrase: The club might lean toward the nerdier spectrum, reminiscent of a Starfleet dormitory where they engage in Kal-Toh tournaments or interactive role-playing games within a holodeck setting. As I envision it, experiencing the 32nd century through a holodeck seems intriguing; it’s hard to imagine how it could become any more authentic than what we’ve seen so far on previous shows. However, incorporating club and sports-related narratives into our stories might help address some of these lingering questions.
These Activities And Classes Can Provide Context To Life In The 32nd Century
Starfleet Academy seems to have an extraordinary purpose that, in my opinion, might be one of the reasons it was established in the 32nd century. Although we are still largely unaware of what this epoch entails apart from the incidents depicted in Star Trek: Discovery, it appears they barely touched upon its vast potential.
In the close to a millennium span between the launch of Discovery and its final destination, an abundance of cultural transformations and new species might have arisen. Given that Starfleet Academy embraces any qualifying species, it’s likely we’ll gain valuable insights into their cultures and how they interact with one another within a shared environment.
It’s quite likely that tempers will flare and disagreements escalate among these young cadets since they’re still learning and growing. The command may have a certain level of patience for their missteps, given their status, but there are certainly boundaries they shouldn’t cross. In fact, we might witness one or more cadets being expelled from the Academy as a reminder of the challenges that must be overcome to excel in this rigorous environment.
We’ve learned that Starfleet Academy has begun filming, which means it won’t be premiering on Paramount+ right away. However, don’t worry as there are plenty of other Star Trek shows to keep you entertained in the meantime! Spend an evening exploring what’s offered on the platform and immerse yourself in some fantastic space journeys. As you do, start building your own wish list for the upcoming series.
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2024-08-30 04:37