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Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #22!

Star Trek gave a great gift to Worf and his family–but now it appears to have been all but forgotten. Worf and his son Alexander did not enjoy the best relationship, and it became even more fraught during the Day of Blood crossover event. Now, in Star Trek: Defiant #22, Worf guides Alexander on the road to restoring his honor, but the story forgets a key development in Alexander’s life.

Star Trek: Defiant #22 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. The story, the first part of the “No Old Warriors” arc, sees Alexander work to restore his lost honor by completing the Quv ceremony. The ritual is intense, and his survival is not guaranteed. Worf is overseeing Alexander’s progression in the Quv ritual. Alexander is willing to do whatever it takes to restore his honor, and get back...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #22!

Section 31 is one of the most terrifying groups in the Star Trek franchise, and their latest weapon proves it. The Federation is regarded as a glorious and idealistic utopia, but it also has a dark underbelly, and Section 31 represents it. In Star Trek: Defiant #22, the organization unveils a chilling new starship design, one that cements their place as one of the most ruthless groups in the franchise.

Star Trek: Defiant #22 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Chief O’Brien convinces B’Elanna Torres, the Defiant’s new captain, to travel to the Gamma Quadrant to disable self-replicating mines that have been deployed by Section 31. As the Defiant begins taking out the mines, a massive Section 31 ship decloaks. Doctor Bashir identifies it as a Section 31 frigate, one that they do not want to mess with. The massive, four-nacelle ship,...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #22!Star Trek: Voyager might be long over, but its heroic legacy continues to inspire, years after it returns home. Voyager came to an end in 2001, making it back to the Alpha Quadrant after seven years of adventures at the other end of the galaxy. Now, as seen in Star Trek: Defiant #22, Voyager’s legacy is still being felt, and might be key to saving countless lives.

Star Trek: Defiant #22 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Chief O’Brien, Doctor Bashir and B’Elanna Torres, on board the Defiant, are heading back to the Federation. O’Brien comes to Torres, asking for help in dismantling self-replicating mines that are being used to harm innocent people. Torres is reluctant at first, but O’Brien invokes Voyager’s legacy. O’Brien appeals to Torres’ sense of justice, asking how many star systems...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #22!

Worf is about to embark on his hardest Star Trek mission yet–but it has nothing to do with the Klingons or Starfleet. Worf and his son Alexander have had a tense relationship. Alexander feels Worf failed him as a father, and in many ways he is correct. Now, in Star Trek: Defiant #22, Worf is undertaking a mission of a personal nature: to reconcile with Alexander.

Christopher Cantwell's other books include Iron Man, Doctor Doom and The Blue Flame.

Star Trek: Defiant #22 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. The issue kicks off a new storyline: “No Old Warriors,” and begins with Alexander starting the Quv rite. This ritual helps errant Klingons restore their honor. Worf is overseeing Alexander’s Quv. The rite is grueling, and in this issue, Alexander fights two members of his extended family in intense combat.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #21!

Spock knew his time in the Star Trek universe was coming to a close, and one heartbreaking moment proves he predicted it. After a distinguished career in Starfleet and as an ambassador, Spock found himself hurled into an alternate universe, where his story eventually came to an end. In Star Trek: Defiant #21, Spock is seemingly aware of how he will die, making a prediction that will sadly come true.

Star Trek: Defiant #21 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Spock has just helped Worf and the crew of the Defiant turn back a Romulan invasion of an agrarian world. As the dust settles, Spock reflects on the incident, and his life as a whole. Spock muses that we “burn on,” in a constant state of flux, even if we perceive it as static. Spock’s philosophical train ultimately arrives at...

The Flash may be one of DC's revered heroes, standing proud among Justice League icons like Superman and Wonder Woman, but he also has a dark side that most aren't aware of. Beneath the Flash's carefree attitude lies a simmering rage that, when brought to the surface, results in him carrying out actions that put him on par with his most malicious villains.

Multiple heroes in DC lore have been chosen as the Flash, and they've all unleashed their inner darkness at one point. Whether it's during a heated battle with a nemesis or a dispute with an ally that gets taken a step too far, the Fastest Man Alive can take a shockingly sinister turn when the situation calls for it, so the Justice League should be grateful that he's on their side - for now, at least. These 10 Flash moments showcase just how twisted the Scarlet Speedster can be,...

Star Trek is about to transform Worf’s son Alexander into the franchise’s most exciting Klingon. Alexander was an important part of last year’s Day of Blood crossover event, and in the aftermath, he has embraced a new path: practicing medicine. In a first look at Star Trek: Defiant #23, Alexander’s new calling may be over before it starts–and if he survives, then the future is his.

Idw Publishing released their January solicitations, including Star Trek: Defiant #23. Written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta, the solicitation reads as follows:

Alexander's cha'DIch Worf has tasked him with a near-impossible task for his Errand of Valor: rescue the workers rebelling against a deuterium mega-power, Archanis Inter-Corporate. He must fight selflessly in the name of the helpless... even if it costs him his life. If that weren't enough of a challenge, a face from Alexander's bloody past appears...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #21!

After 26 years, Star Trek has finally settled a Deep Space Nine debate. Worf joined Deep Space Nine’s cast in the show’s fourth season, and was reunited with his former Enterprise colleague Miles O’Brien. Later in Worf’s tenure, during the height of the Dominion War, he and O’Brien made a puzzling bet, especially considering O’Brien’s heritage. Now, years later, the matter has been settled, as seen in Star Trek: Defiant #21.

Star Trek: Defiant #21, written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta, is the final part of the “Stars of Home” storyline, which saw Worf and his crew turn back an entire Romulan invasion. They had a little help from O’Brien and another Deep Space Nine stalwart: Julian Bashir. After the dust settles, Worf presents O’Brien with a bottle of scotch, referencing a bet they made years prior.

Idw's line of ongoing Star Trek comics have already made many stellar contributions to the franchise's sprawling lore, but perhaps its most touching thread has been the deepening of Spock and Worf's friendship – as Spock openly affirms that the Klingon is his last living friend in the latest issue of the Defiant series.

Star Trek: Defiant #21 – written by Christopher Cantwell, with art by Angel Unzueta – solidifies the connection between two of Trek’s most beloved characters, with Spock going as far as to say their relationship is “no less strong” than the one between him and his oldest allies.

The development of this bond across multiple generations of Trek has been pivotal to making Defiant a definitive portrayal of both Worf and Spock – a duo fans didn’t realize they needed until it was given to them.

As A Long-Lived Vulcan, Spock Has Had Many Friendships Come And Go – Now,...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #19!

Star Trek has rewritten what fans thought they knew about the Romulan Supernovaby making it completely the Romulans fault. One of the most pivotal events in Star Treks 24th century, the Romulan Supernova permanently shifted the balance of power in the galaxy. Currently, Star Trek: Defiant is building towards this monumental occurrence. Issue 19 throws a curveball at fans by showing Romulan hubris, leading to their downfall.

The Romulans made their debut in the first season of Star Trek, in the episode titled "Balance of Terror."

Star Trek: Defiant #19 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. The issue opens with a text piece of a Romulan intelligence briefing. Originating during the Dominion War, the piece paints a bleak picture, and suggests a wild plan: that the Romulans create a cloak so massive it could hide their entire star system. Romulan scientists proceed with the plan,...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #19!

Star Trek is making Section 31 somehow even more evil, putting creator Gene Roddenberrys vision for the future in jeopardy. For 26 years, Section 31 has pushed Roddenberrys utopian ideals to their extreme. Working in secrecy, Section 31 safeguards the Federations safetyno matter the cost. Now, in Star Trek: Defiant #19, new and disturbing details about the organization come to light, showing just how terrible they are.

Section 31 first appeared in an episode titled "Inquistion." It was written by Bradley Thompson and David Weddle.

Star Trek: Defiant #19 was written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Chief OBrien is working furiously to stop a Romulan invasion, working on a tip from his old friend Doctor Bashir. Bashir arrives, telling OBrien to stand down, and that he (Bashir) was in error.

Bashir was working on information from Section 31, and a text piece, made to resemble an official memo to Bashir,...

BElanna Torres has an awesome new role in the Star Trek universe, completing her Voyager arc. Torres, the half-human, half-Klingon engineer of Voyager, was integral to IDWs Star Trek: Defiant, where she joined Worfs ragtag crew aboard the titular ship. Now, in a first look at Star Trek: Defiant #22, Torres has ascended to the captains chair, but it might come at a huge cost.

Idw shared their solicitations for December and January, including Star Trek: Defiant #22. The book will be written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta, and is the first part of the No Old Warriors story arc. IDWs solicitation for the issue reads as follows:

B'Elanna Torres is in the captain's chair of the Defiant, and she has a choice to make: return home and report for duty as the mother Miral needs or continue saving the universe with her crew. With her disavowed status from...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #18!

Chief OBrien has embarked on a redemption journey in the Star Trek universe, and it has also made him a franchise badass. Chief OBriens character arc was one of the franchises most compelling. OBrien is one of Starfleets best engineers, and he has made his grand return to the franchise in the pages of Star Trek: Defiant. In issue 18, he embarks on a new mission, changing him forever.

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In a first look at September Star Trek: Defiant #19, one of the franchise's greatest bromances, between Bashir and O'Brien, is set to return.

Star Trek: Defiant #18 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. On Earth, Chief OBrien is preparing to head back into deep space. Doctor Bashir alerts OBrien to Worfs dilemma, and the Chief decides to help. OBrien heads to the...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #18!

Whether they realize it or not, an underrated Star Trek: Voyager species may have just saved the galaxy. While traveling the treacherous Delta Quadrant, Voyager encounters a number of new species, both friendly and hostilemost falling into the latter category. The Hirogen were one such race, menacing Voyager several times during their journey. Now, in Star Trek: Defiant #18, the Hirogen may have inadvertently saved the galaxy.

The Hirogen debuted in the fourth season Voyager episode "Message in a Bottle."

Star Trek: Defiant #18 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Worf, Ro Laren and BElanna Torres are on the Antaran homeworld, on the edge of the Delta Quadrant. The Romulans are coming to Antara to strip the planet of its remaining technology, and Worf must organize the agrarian inhabitants to fight back. Not optimistic about their prospects, Worf nevertheless presses ahead.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #18!

Worf has just passed a tragic milestone in the Star Trek universe, one he can never take back. Worf has been an integral part of IDWs Star Trek line, leading a ragtag rebel crew in Defiant. Since becoming captain, Worf has made some difficult decisions and dealt with major heartbreak. Worf recently suffered a great loss, and in Star Trek: Defiant #18, fans see the toll it has taken on him.

Star Trek: Defiant #18 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Worf, BElanna Torres and Ro Laren are on the Antaran homeworld, in the Delta Quadrant. The Romulans are en route to conquer the planet, and the trio nervously pass time. Worf reflects on the recent loss of Nymira, the Orion medic who sacrificed herself to stop an invasion of alien parasites. Worf reveals Nymira is the first person he lost under his command.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #18!

I cannot believe that Star Trek just brought back an underused species from the Animated Series. Star Trek: The Animated Series aired for two seasons in the 1970s and helped keep the franchise alive before its return later that decade. The show now occupies a nebulous spot in Trek canon, but in Star Trek: Defiant #18, one species introduced to the mythos makes a shocking return.

Star Trek: Defiant #18 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Chief OBrien has left Earth to find Worf and his crew, who have become embroiled in a Romulan coup. OBrien tracks the Defiant to the Delta Triangle. The ship is seemingly deserted, but OBrien learns that six Kzinti are on board. The cat-like aliens are attempting to plunder the derelict ship, but cannot access the computer core, which is encrypted.

OBrien tries to stealthily observe them,...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #18!

The Maquis are a sore spot in the Star Trek universe, but now the Federation has admitted they were in the wrong. Introduced during Deep Space Nines second season, the Maquis menaced the Federation until they were wiped out. The legacy of the Maquis is a complicated one, and in Star Trek: Defiant #18, the Federation finally confesses they treated the Maquis unfairly.

The Maquis played huge roles across all three 24th century Star Trek shows. They were introduced in The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine, and former Maquis were crucial to Voyager.

Star Trek: Defiant #18 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Worf reflects on his current situation: trying to marshall a group of nomadic aliens against a Romulan invasion fleet. With him are Ro Laren and BElanna Torres, both former Maquis. As the three debate strategy, Worf says he will stay and fight,...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #17!

Star Trek just turned its most iconic Klingon, Worf, into the one thing he hates the most: a Romulan. In the pages of Star Trek: Defiant, Worf leads a rebel crew, handling Starfleets dirty work. In Star Trek: Defiant #17, his mission takes him deep into Romulan space. The Romulans are sworn enemies of the Federation, forcing Worf to go deep undercoveras a Romulan himself.

Star Trek: Defiant #17 is written by Christopher Cantwell and Angel Unzueta. The issue opens on the planet Dartha, where three strangely familiar Romulans carry out a retrieval mission. As the story plays out, fans learn the truth: these three Romulans are actually Worf, BElanna Torres and Ro Laren. The trio have been surgically altered to make themselves resemble Romulans. Fans also learn the three are working for General Revo, Selas Romulan father.

However, Revo quickly betrays them, leaving them...

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #17!

After 58 years, Star Trek reveals why it uses quadrants, despite the universe being infinite. The galaxy is a vast place, much too big for one starship to travel in a lifetime. The sheer size of the galaxy has forced the Federation and other galactic powers to devise a system of quadrants to divide it up, and now Star Trek: Defiant #17 reveals how and why it was created.

Thus, to allow computers to crunch the enormous amounts of data needed to navigate a starship, galactic powers, including the Federation, created a system of quadrants.

Star Trek: Defiant #17 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Chief OBrien, now a lecturer at Starfleet Academy, is lecturing on automata theory. OBrien quizzes the students on the theorys limits, stating that it breaks down when confronted with infinity. The galaxy is large and full of unpredictable elements.

The Dominion War left lasting scars on the Federation, leading to shady actions justified in its aftermath. Star Trek: Defiant #17 explores the negative effects of the war, revealing accusations of war crimes and oppression. The Federation's use of the Dominion War to curb freedoms sparked a call for citizens to rise up and fight for their rights.

Warning: spoilers ahead for Star Trek: Defiant #17!

Star Treks Dominion War was the biggest and bloodiest conflict in its history, touching nearly every major power in three quadrants, and now its lingering effects on the Federation have been revealed. Although Trek shows set after the War have painted a largely rosy picture, Star Trek: Defiant #17 shows that all is not well, as the Federation is still using the War to justify shady actions.

Star Trek: Defiant #17 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. The negative effects of the Dominion War...

Sela, daughter of Tasha Yar, takes on a villainous role as head of the Tal Shiar in Star Trek: Defiant #17. General Revo's coup in the Romulan Empire puts Sela in a powerful position, showcasing her conniving nature. The Tal Shiar's espionage and paranoia make Sela a formidable villain, adding darkness to the Star Trek universe.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #17!

Sela, the daughter of Tasha Yar has a terrifying new title as the Star Trek franchise doubles down on her villainy. The half-Romulan, half-human Sela has been a major player in IDWs line of Star Trek comics, serving alongside Worf and the crew of the Defiant during Day of Blood. However, she has since betrayed them, and in Star Trek: Defiant #17, she uses the betrayal to ascend to a new role.

Star Trek: Defiant #17 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. General Revo,...

Chief O'Brien faces accusations of being a "war criminal" for his past actions during the Dominion War. The self-replicating mines O'Brien designed helped secure victory for the Alliance, but are now being misused. O'Brien struggles with the consequences of his technological contributions, as they are now being used for nefarious purposes.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #17!

Star Trek has branded a surprising Deep Space Nine hero as a war criminal. Deep Space Nine was at the forefront of the near-galaxy spanning Dominion War. This necessitated the crew making hard decisions, some of which had dire consequences once the War ended. Now, in Star Trek: Defiant #17, Chief OBrien learns that technology he designed to help win the War is now being used for nefarious purposes.

Star Trek: Defiant #17 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Chief Miles OBrien, now an instructor at Starfleet Academy, is informed...

The "Conspiracy" aliens in Star Trek: Defiant possess a hivemind similar to the Borg, but organic in nature. These parasites inflict body horror on their victims, overpowering even Borg nanoprobes. The revelation in issue 16 casts doubt on the Borg's ability to defeat these powerful aliens.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #16!

Star Trek just confirmed there are hiveminds even stronger than the Borg, ones capable of defeating the Collective. Currently, in the pages of Star Trek: Defiant, Worf and his crew are facing a potential invasion from outside reality from the Conspiracy aliens. In issue 16, a shocking revelation is made about these parasites, one giving a tantalizing glimpse into their true power.

Star Trek: Defiant #16, part five of Hell is Only a Word, is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. In a previous issue, BElanna Torres, the Defiants Chief Engineer, was infected by one of the parasites.

Spock's false modesty is highlighted in Star Trek: Defiant #16 by Romulan Commander Sela. Spock's faliure to save the Romulans during the supernova seems to reinforce Sela's points. However, Sela's opinion may be biased--but she still may have a point.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #16!

Star Trek calls out Spocks false modesty as the one weakness that defines him. Spock is a legend in the Star Trek franchise, both in-universe and out. Spock recently threw his lot in with Worf and his crew in the pages of Star Trek: Defiant. Also along for the ride is the Romulan Commander Sela, and in issue 16, she makes some uncomfortable observations about Spocks character.

Star Trek: Defiant #16, part five of Hell is Only a Word, is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. In the wake of an attempted mindmeld with the Conspiracy parasites, Spocks mind has been taken over.

Star Trek: Defiant #19 reunites fan-favorite characters Chief Miles O'Brien and Doctor Julian Bashir. The issue is set three years after Deep Space Nine's finale, exploring the characters' new lives and potential conflicts. Doctor Bashir's involvement with Section 31 adds intrigue to the story, as the characters' friendship faces challenges.

Warning: contains potential spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #19!

The Star Trek franchise is home to more than a few great bromances, and now one of the best of all time is returning. IDWs Star Trek line, including Star Trek: Defiant, has crafted a large, overarching story bringing together characters from many iterations of the franchise. Now, in a first look at Septembers Star Trek: Defiant #19, two fan-favorite characters seemingly resume their classic bromance.

Idw shared their September solicitations, including Star Trek: Defiant #19, with League of Comic Geeks. The issue, which will be written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta,...

Worf leads the Defiant crew against a Romulan invasion in a Seven Samurai-inspired story. Star Trek: Defiant #18 is part two of "The Stars of Home" and will be written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. The story echoes Akira Kurosawa's 1954 classic Seven Samurai and features Worf rallying farmers to fight a technologically advanced Romulan strike team.

Warning: contains potential spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #18!

Star Trek is going full Seven Samurai in a Western-inspired new chapter in the life of Worf. Since breathing new life into their line of Star Trek comics in late 2022, Idw has put Worf front and center of the massive story unfolding. Now, in a first look at Star Trek: Defiant #18, Worf must rally the forces to stop a Romulan invasion, and it echoes Akira Kurosawas 1954 classic.

Idw shared their solicitations with League of Comic Geeks, including Star Trek: Defiant #18. The issue,...

Spock's iconic catchphrase takes a dark turn in Star Trek: Defiant #15 as he falls under the control of the evil "Conspiracy" aliens. The parasites corrupt Spock's famous quote, twisting it into a sinister mission statement as they seek to dominate the entire Star Trek universe. In a terrifying twist, Spock struggles to assert control as his eyes turn completely black under the influence of the "Conspiracy" aliens in issue 15.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #15!

Spocks iconic Star Trek catchphrase is taking on a horrifying new meaning as he slowly submits to the franchises most disgusting alien race. The Conspiracy parasites have returned to take over the Federation in the pages of Star Trek: Defiant. Spock attempted to communicate with them, and was taken over for his troubles. Now, in issue 15, as he slowly succumbs, he flips his iconic catchphrase in a terrifying way.

Star Trek: Defiant #15 is...

Star Trek introduces a horrifying new universe with exciting implications for the franchise as a whole. The multiverse concept plays a significant role in Star Trek, with alternate timelines and realities explored. Future Star Trek shows should embrace the multiverse concept to tell strong stories and expand the franchise.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #14!

Star Treks famous opening sequence calls space the final frontier, but there are frontiers in the franchise that stretch beyond the galaxy and even the entire universe. Star Trek has utilized the multiverse concept since its earliest days, leaning into it even more in recent years. In Star Trek: Defiant #14, a new (and horrifying) universe is revealed, although it has exciting implications for the franchise as a whole.

Star Trek: Defiant #14 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Worf and the Defiants crew are facing a potential invasion from the Conspiracy parasites.

The "Conspiracy" aliens, from another dimension, threaten the Star Trek universe with their terrifying agenda and overwhelming numbers. Spock's mind meld backfires as the crew of the Defiant battles to free infected crew members from alien parasites. Star Trek: Defiant #14 reveals the origin and menace of the "Conspiracy" aliens, connected to a long-standing franchise plot line.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #14!

The Conspiracy aliens have returned to the Star Trek franchise, and for the first time, their mind-blowing origin has been revealed. Worf and the crew of the Defiant are waging a valiant stand against the parasitic aliens on a remote Starbase. As they fight off the creatures in issue 14, Mister Spock makes a shocking discovery about where the aliens come fromand their agenda.

Star Trek: Defiant #14 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. BElanna Torres has been taken over by one of the parasites,...

The Federation and the Cardassians share a dark link, challenging Star Trek's portrayal of peace and freedom. Ro Laren indicts the Federation, equating them with the Cardassians, showing a darker side of Star Trek. The federation's high moral stance is questioned by Section 31, the Maquis storyline, portraying a more complex picture.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #14!

Although the Federation and the Cardassians are bitter enemies in the Star Trek universe, a dark link between the two exists. Star Trek: Defiant has not shied away from exploring the darker corners of the franchise. The Federation, the good guys of Star Trek, portray themselves as peaceful and freedom-loving. However, in Star Trek: Defiant #14, Ro Laren makes a less than kind connection between the Federation and the Cardassians.

Star Trek: Defiant #14 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. BElanna Torres, a former Maquis and a member of Worfs crew,...

Assimilation by the Borg means losing your identity and soul, making it a fate worse than death. Former drones, like Hugh, remember Borg functions even after being freed, leaving lasting trauma. In Star Trek: Defiant #14, Hugh saves the crew by using Borg knowledge to defeat a takeover.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #14!

In the Star Trek universe, the chances of coming back from assimilation by the Borg are slim, and even when people are freed, they still retain terrible knowledge of their times as drones. The ex-drone, Hugh, has joined Worfs crew in Star Trek: Defiant, and in issue 14, with the teams back against the wall, Hugh saves the day using Borg knowledge that he somehow retained.

Star Trek: Defiant #14 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. BElanna Torres has been taken over by one of the parasites from Conspiracy. Spock attempts a mind-meld to free her,...

The parasites from "Conspiracy" are immune to Borg weaponry, posing a major threat in Star Trek: Defiant #13. The parasites and the Borg share a hive mind trait, but the aliens have a serious advantage over the Borg. New revelations in Star Trek: Defiant reveal the parasites' body horror makeover and their potential to defeat the Borg.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #13

The Borg are perhaps the biggest threat to the Star Trek universe, but now it has been confirmed a shock species are immune to their weaponry. Few names strike fear into the hearts of Federation citizens, like the Borg. An ultra-powerful, cyborg race from the Delta Quadrant, the Borg have been responsible for untold misery across the galaxy, but in Star Trek: Defiant #13, one species looks to be immune.

Star Trek: Defiant #13 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. After arriving at Starbase 99 to drop off their prisoners,...

The Borg are immune to parasitic aliens in Star Trek: Defiant #13, sparking fan shock & speculation. It is an encounter of two major villains: the parasites from "Conspiracy" vs. Borg, and it makes for an epic showdown. Future Star Trek: Defiant issues hint that Borg nano-probes are a solution to the crisis. The Borg immunity may save the galaxy.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #13!

Star Trek has confirmed the Borg are immune to a major new galactic threat. The parasitic aliens from the first season Star Trek: The Next Generation episode “Conspiracy” have returned, primed for a takeover of the Federation. Yet, in Star Trek: Defiant #13, the parasites try to bond themselves with Worf and his crew–and fans are shocked to learn the Borg are seemingly immune.

Star Trek: Defiant #13 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Worf and the Defiant’s crew have docked...

The parasites from the "Conspiracy" episode are back and deadlier than ever - and are now similar to the Borg. Worf and the crew discover an infestation on Starbase 99, and the story hints at a hive mind similar to the Borg. The "Conspiracy" aliens could be the Federation's biggest threat yet, functioning like an "organic Borg."

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #13Star Trek has confirmed the parasitic aliens from “Conspiracy” are highly similar to the Borg. Introduced at the end of Star Trek: The Next Generation’s first season, the “Conspiracy” parasites had been one of the franchise’s longest running mysteries. Now, 36 years later, Idw is resolving it by bringing the parasites back, and in Star Trek: Defiant #13, fans learn they share a good deal in common with the Borg.

Star Trek: Defiant #13 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Worf and the Defiant...

Sela's backstory is convoluted and tragic, as she struggles with her Romulan heritage and complex family ties--which have made her a popular Star Trek villain. General Revo's attempt to restore Sela's place in Romulan society is rejected, as she denies her Romulan bloodline. Sela's journey in Star Trek: Defiant reveals her transformation from villain to potential anti-hero, with conflicts and revelations.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #13!

Star Trek has officially introduced the father of Sela, Tasha Yar’s half-Romulan daughter. In just a handful of episodes, Sela left a huge impression on fans, and she returned to the pages of Idw’s Star Trek: Defiant, briefly aligning herself with Worf and his crew. She eventually left them to pursue her own goals, and now, in Star Trek: Defiant #13, fans finally get to meet her mysterious father.

Star Trek: Defiant #13, part two of “Hell is Only a Word,...

The parasitic aliens from "Conspiracy" return, inflicting excruciating pain and erasing identities, and the Borg may be the only hope for salvation. Hugh the Borg must save B'Elanna Torres by assimilating her, as the mind-controlling aliens wreak havoc on the Defiant crew. Star Trek: Defiant #15 explores the terrifying consequences of assimilation, hinting at Borg technology as a possible solution for the infected.

Warning: contains potential spoilers for recent issues of Star Trek: Defiant!

A Star Trek icon is allowing the Borg to assimilate them as a means of escaping something worse. In the pages of Star Trek: Defiant, Worf and his crew are fighting an infestation of parasitic, mind-controlling aliens. In the forthcoming issue 15, one of the Defiant’s crew comes under the aliens’ sway, and it falls on Hugh the Borg to save them.

Idw shared a first look at Star Trek: Defiant #15 with League of Comic Geeks. The issue,...

Picard's encounter with the Borg unlocked a new science for Starfleet, leading to a 68% success rate in "dissimilation." The trauma Picard faced during assimilation was the catalyst for the creation of a program to free former Borg drones. Despite the positive impact, the process of "dissimilation" also carries the risk of causing death.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #12!

Captain Picard’s darkest Star Trek moment unlocked an entirely new science for Starfleet. Once abducted and assimilated by the Borg, Captain Picard is one of the few individuals to return from the experience relatively unscathed. Now, in Star Trek: Defiant #12, fans learn that Picard’s experiences with the Borg, namely his escape and “de-assimilation,” opened up a whole new realm of knowledge for the Federation.

Star Trek: Defiant #12 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Hugh, a former Borg drone, has allied himself with the crew of the Defiant,...

Worf's life in Star Trek has been turbulent, filled with highs and lows that lead him to new opportunities. Despite setbacks, Worf always rises back up, as shown in Star Trek: Defiant #12 on his journey from hero to bounty hunter. Commander Gosford's dismissive comment about Worf's fall from grace overlooks his potential for greatness in the Star Trek universe.

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Star Trek has admitted the dark truth about Worf’s life, making his ending in Picard all the much sweeter. Worf’s arc throughout the Star Trek universe has been a long and winding one, with its share of highs and lows. Currently, the captain of the Defiant, Worf is once again in a low spot, and the ups and downs of his life get a callout in Star Trek: Defiant #12.

Star Trek: Defiant #12 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta.

Spock reveals why the Romulan supernova was devastating in Star Trek: Defiant #12. .Spock reveals that the Romulans have alienated many potential allies throughout the galaxy and no other species will come to save them. .The Romulans have a long road ahead of them as they learn to trust other races in the galaxy.

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Mister Spock admits the dark truth of why the Romulan supernova was so devastating. A monumental event in Star Trek’s late-24th century, the Romulan supernova, was not only important to JJ Abrams’ 2009 reboot, but also the first season of Picard as well. The Romulans never fully recovered, and in Star Trek: Defiant #12, Spock offers some insight into why the supernova set them back so much.

Star Trek: Defiant #12 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. In previous issues, Spock has been analyzing a curious stellar...

Hugh, the heroic Borg, reveals his past was "virtually annihilated," deepening the mystery of his origins. Star Trek fans finally receive closure about a long-standing mystery surrounding Hugh's pre-assimilation life. The Borg's brutal method of erasing memories makes them even more terrifying, as seen in Star Trek: Defiant #12.

Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #12!After 32 years, Star Trek has fixed a huge Borg plot hole in the darkest way possible. Perhaps the most terrifying alien race in the Star Trek universe, the Borg travel the galaxy assimilating other races into their collective. Over the years, fans have met individual Borgs, including Hugh, who recently returned in the pages of Star Trek: Defiant. In issue 12, a long-standing Hugh plot hole is fixed.

Star Trek: Defiant #12 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. Hugh is reclaiming former Borg drones, freeing them from the collective. He discusses his crusade...

Star Trek: Defiant #12 reveals the parasites from the classic Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "Conspiracy" are more destructive and deadly than fans of the franchise previously realized. These aliens inflict horrifying body horror on their hosts, causing excruciating pain and destruction to their victims. The return of the parasites fulfills one of The Next Generation's greatest unresolved storylines, as Defiant brngs back one of the series' most sinister, but often overlooked, villains.

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Star Trek has confirmed the parasitic aliens from “Conspiracy” are far more horrifying than fans thought. One of the franchise’s greatest dangling plot lines, the “Conspiracy” parasites have returned, ready for a full-fledged invasion of the Federation. The parasites make their first strike in Star Trek: Defiant #12, where fans learn the creatures are far more destructive and deadly than they initially believed.

Star Trek: Defiant #12 is written by Christopher Cantwell...

The "Conspiracy" episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation was a disturbing one and a missed opportunity for a follow-up story. A forthcoming arc in Star Trek: Defiant will bring back the aliens from "Conspiracy," continuing Idw's streak of taking obscure story elements and spinning gold out of them. The upcoming arc in Star Trek: Defiant will infuse body horror into the mythos, satisfying fans' desire for a dark Star Trek story.

Star Trek: The Next Generation’s most disturbing episode is set to return in a new body horror nightmare. Star Trek’s future is bright and optimistic, but more than a few episodes have depicted the horrors that come with life in space. “Conspiracy,” airing during The Next Generation’s first season, was one such episode, and now it is getting a sequel in forthcoming issues of Star Trek: Defiant.

In the inaugural installment of ScreenRant’s Captain’s Log,...

Robin has become an iconic superhero sidekick, with numerous iterations throughout the years. Different versions of Robin reflect various eras and tones of Batman stories, from mythological to futuristic interpretations. Each Robin brings a unique element to the Batman mythology and plays a significant role in shaping the character's legacy.

One of the biggest archetypes in comics is that of the superhero sidekick, a craze that kicked off in 1940 with the introduction of Robin. Joining Batman in his crusade against crime, Robin was one of the first kid sidekicks in comic books, and he created a legacy that persists to this day. The character has become inextricably linked with the Dark Knight, and the Dynamic Duo of Batman and Robin have transcended comics to become a staple of pop culture.

Because of the sheer popularity of the character, there have been dozens of versions of Robin over the years. From the original Boy Wonder,...

Idw's Star Trek comics delivered exceptional storytelling in 2023, living up to the hype as it delivered the franchise's first major comic book storytelling initiative. The crossover event, "God War" and "Day of Blood," revitalized the franchise and allowed fan-favorite characters to thrive. The success of the line and positive reception indicate that more exciting Star Trek projects, including more major story events, are likely on the horizon.

Idw's Star Trek line of comics went boldly into 2023 proclaiming that it was set to launch the franchise's first major comic book crossover story event, which would serve as a sequel of sorts to Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – now, as the year ends, and the Trek galaxy picks up the pieces from "God War" and "Day of Blood," fans can confidently say the narrative exceeded all expectations.

Told across Idw's two recently relaunched Trek titles, Star Trek and Star Trek: Defiant, "God...

Captain Sisko realizes that his insult to Worf was wrong and apologizes, recognizing Worf's strengths as a captain. Worf's actions during the god war were motivated by his devotion to his son, causing Sisko to question Worf's judgment. Despite Worf eventually becoming a captain, his tenure was short-lived and ended poorly, suggesting that Sisko's suspicions may have been partially justified.

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Star Trek’s Captain Sisko has finally retracted his grave insult to Worf. Sisko and Worf served for many years together on Deep Space Nine, but when the latter first arrived, Sisko said something to him that was deeply hurtful, especially for a Klingon. Now, in Star Trek #12, with the dust of the god war now settling, Sisko reflects on his relationship with Worf, and realizes what he told him all those years ago was wrong.

Star Trek #12 is written by Jackson Lanzing and...

Star Trek #12 continues to mock Voyager's Harry Kim, showing that he still lacks respect and recognition despite his important role. The issue highlights the fact that Harry Kim, played by Garrett Wang, never received a promotion throughout Voyager's seven seasons, leaving fans waiting for answers. The story fails to reveal Harry's rank or current mission, leaving his fate up in the air and continuing the mockery of his character.

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Star Trek has found a new way to keep its mockery of Voyager’s Harry Kim alive. As Voyager’s Operations Officer, Harry Kim had a great deal of responsibility, but in seven seasons of Star Trek: Voyager, he never got a promotion of any kind. Some within Star Trek fandom found this a little insulting to the character, and as seen in Star Trek #12, he still cannot get any respect.

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Spock rejoining the Defiant as Science Officer brings his career full circle, starting in the same position on the Enterprise. Spock demonstrates his ability to do whatever he wants, using his influence and status to get what he wants without repercussions. Spock's rank is essentially a lie, as his legendary status and influence in Starfleet allow him to bypass rules and authority figures.

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Star Trek has confirmed that Mister Spock’s rank is essentially a lie. An integral figure to the franchise, Spock has held numerous titles, ranks and positions, ranging from Starfleet captain to a member of Worf’s rebel crew. In Star Trek: Defiant #8, as the dust from the god war settles, Worf and his crew are given a new mission by Starfleet. Spock throws in with them, revealing the clout he holds with the Federation.

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Lore, the evil android, has returned in Star Trek #12 with a sinister plan: to become a god and flip the script on Kahless' mission. Lore, the dark mirror of his brother Data, is known for his evil and violent actions in the Star Trek universe. This is not the first time Lore has led armies, as he previously led ex-Borg drones on a campaign of terror in the Alpha Quadrant. His new goal of becoming a god seems to have grown from his malicious desires and encounter with a god-like AI.

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Star Trek has confirmed the sinister endgame of the evil android Lore: to become a god. The Star Trek universe is reeling from the recently concluded god war, in which the clone Klingon Emperor Kahless led an uprising against the galaxy’s god-like beings. Lore was recruited to help stop Kahless, but unsurprisingly escaped to parts unknown,...

Star Trek #12 introduces a new weapon, the Bajoran Orb of Destruction, which has a similar energy signature to the controversial Genesis Device. The Orb of Creation, crafted by the non-linear beings known as the Bajoran Prophets, improves upon the Genesis Device by bringing life in a more stable manner. The Federation's research into the Genesis Device continued in secret, leading to the creation of the Genesis II, but the potential for evil made it impractical, whereas the Bajoran Orb fulfills the promise of the Genesis Device in a better way.

Warning: Contains spoilers for Star Trek #12!Star Trek’s new super-weapon finally fulfills the promise of the Genesis Device. One of the most controversial aspects of the franchise, the Genesis Device is a destructive weapon in the galaxy, despite its benign origins and intentions. In Star Trek #12, a new and similar weapon is unleashed during the “Day of Blood,” with shocking results.

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Star Trek’s Worf admits one terrible flaw that the Klingons must overcome. The Star Trek franchise has been rocked by the "Day of Blood", a massive reckoning for the galaxy’s god-like beings. At the center of this struggle has been the Klingon Emperor Kahless, looking to reassert his people’s dominance. In Star Trek #12, Worf explains how one fundamental aspect of Klingon culture must change if they wish to survive.

Star Trek #12 – written by Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly and drawn by Angel Unzueta – finds the "Day of Blood" passed, and Kahless exposed as a power mad despot.

Rejoicing at his son Alexander's revival, following his apparent death at Kahless' hands, Star Trek's most iconic Klingon reflects on the origins of his people's obsession with "honor," saying Kahless did not invent the concept, but "only bound it to violence."

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