1 00:00:03,503 --> 00:00:05,471 Captain's Log, Stardate 42923.4. 2 00:00:05,505 --> 00:00:06,972 Despite misgivings 3 00:00:07,007 --> 00:00:09,305 I have agreed to Starfleet's request 4 00:00:09,342 --> 00:00:12,311 that the Enterprise divert to the Braslota system 5 00:00:12,345 --> 00:00:14,813 to take part in a war game exercise. 6 00:00:14,848 --> 00:00:17,146 Joining us as observer and mediator 7 00:00:17,183 --> 00:00:21,017 is the Zakdorn master strategist, Sirna Kolrami. 8 00:00:31,698 --> 00:00:32,756 Mr. Kolrami. 9 00:00:32,799 --> 00:00:34,460 Captain Jean-Luc Picard. 10 00:00:34,501 --> 00:00:35,866 Welcome aboard. 11 00:00:35,902 --> 00:00:39,599 Captain, I bring you greetings from those at Starfleet Command. 12 00:00:39,639 --> 00:00:42,107 Would you care to be shown to your quarters? 13 00:00:42,142 --> 00:00:43,871 I require little rest, Captain. 14 00:00:43,910 --> 00:00:47,038 I prefer that we commence with our mission. 15 00:00:53,920 --> 00:00:57,378 Despite their reputations, this Zakdorn 16 00:00:57,424 --> 00:01:01,520 does not appear to be a very formidable warrior. 17 00:01:01,561 --> 00:01:03,961 In the game of military brinksmanship 18 00:01:04,030 --> 00:01:06,897 individual physical prowess is less important 19 00:01:06,933 --> 00:01:09,401 than the perception of a species as a whole. 20 00:01:09,436 --> 00:01:10,630 For over nine millennia 21 00:01:10,670 --> 00:01:13,195 potential foes have regarded the Zakdorns 22 00:01:13,239 --> 00:01:16,675 as having the greatest innately strategic minds in the galaxy. 23 00:01:16,709 --> 00:01:20,975 So no one is willing to test that perception in combat. 24 00:01:21,014 --> 00:01:22,982 Exactly. 25 00:01:23,083 --> 00:01:27,144 Then the reputation means nothing. 26 00:01:28,154 --> 00:01:29,746 The Braslota system. 27 00:01:29,789 --> 00:01:32,587 In orbit around the second planet 28 00:01:32,625 --> 00:01:36,026 is the 80-year-old Starcruiser Hathaway. 29 00:01:38,031 --> 00:01:40,693 He is still your first choice? 30 00:01:40,733 --> 00:01:43,827 Commander Riker will captain the Hathaway. 31 00:01:43,870 --> 00:01:46,361 You will have 48 hours to ready your vessel 32 00:01:46,406 --> 00:01:48,203 before the Enterprise attacks. 33 00:01:48,241 --> 00:01:50,368 And we'll experience actual battle conditions? 34 00:01:50,410 --> 00:01:51,877 Correct. 35 00:01:51,911 --> 00:01:55,472 Engineering will disconnect the Enterprise's weapons 36 00:01:55,515 --> 00:01:58,416 and link the system with a modified laser pulse beam. 37 00:01:58,451 --> 00:02:00,817 All hits will be recorded electronically. 38 00:02:00,854 --> 00:02:05,086 If the computer registers damage, it will act accordingly 39 00:02:05,125 --> 00:02:07,093 shutting down the affected areas 40 00:02:07,127 --> 00:02:09,118 for the appropriate repair time. 41 00:02:09,162 --> 00:02:12,529 Additional questions? 42 00:02:15,602 --> 00:02:18,435 Captain Picard, it is my understanding 43 00:02:18,471 --> 00:02:20,098 that you initially resisted 44 00:02:20,140 --> 00:02:23,075 Starfleet's request for this simulation. 45 00:02:23,109 --> 00:02:24,974 Yes. 46 00:02:25,044 --> 00:02:27,376 May I know why? 47 00:02:27,413 --> 00:02:29,779 Starfleet is not a military organization. 48 00:02:29,816 --> 00:02:31,443 Its purpose is exploration. 49 00:02:31,484 --> 00:02:34,976 Then why am I here? 50 00:02:35,021 --> 00:02:37,080 With the Borg threat 51 00:02:37,123 --> 00:02:40,718 I decided that my officers and l needed... 52 00:02:40,760 --> 00:02:43,524 to hone our tactical skills. 53 00:02:43,563 --> 00:02:45,087 In a crisis situation 54 00:02:45,131 --> 00:02:47,827 it is prudent to have several options. 55 00:02:47,867 --> 00:02:48,834 Ah. 56 00:02:48,868 --> 00:02:51,735 I prefer brains over brawn, as well. 57 00:02:51,771 --> 00:02:54,467 I think it's a waste of effort to test our combat skills. 58 00:02:54,507 --> 00:02:57,340 It's a minor province in the makeup of a starship captain. 59 00:02:57,377 --> 00:02:59,845 Your objection is noted. 60 00:02:59,879 --> 00:03:04,248 Let us hope that your distaste for the exercise 61 00:03:04,284 --> 00:03:08,550 will not affect your strategic abilities. 62 00:03:08,588 --> 00:03:14,049 Mr. Kolrami, when I agree to do something, I do it. 63 00:03:14,093 --> 00:03:17,324 Would you care to surrender now, Captain? 64 00:03:40,353 --> 00:03:44,756 Space, the final frontier. 65 00:03:44,791 --> 00:03:48,625 These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. 66 00:03:48,661 --> 00:03:50,629 Its continuing mission— 67 00:03:50,663 --> 00:03:54,599 to explore strange new worlds 68 00:03:54,634 --> 00:03:59,003 to seek out new life and new civilizations 69 00:03:59,105 --> 00:04:03,599 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 70 00:05:07,307 --> 00:05:09,935 Well, Number One, you are allowed a complement of 40 71 00:05:09,976 --> 00:05:11,204 so select whom you will. 72 00:05:11,244 --> 00:05:12,472 Save, of course, Mr. Data 73 00:05:12,512 --> 00:05:14,207 who will serve as my First Officer 74 00:05:14,247 --> 00:05:15,271 during your absence. 75 00:05:15,315 --> 00:05:18,045 I had envisioned you defining the crew. 76 00:05:20,987 --> 00:05:23,080 On my ship, the leader of an away team 77 00:05:23,122 --> 00:05:24,953 has total control of the mission. 78 00:05:24,991 --> 00:05:29,428 If you want to judge leadership, why not start at the beginning? 79 00:05:29,462 --> 00:05:30,451 Very well 80 00:05:30,496 --> 00:05:32,464 Captain. 81 00:05:32,498 --> 00:05:33,760 Hmm. 82 00:05:33,800 --> 00:05:35,199 Oh, my. 83 00:05:35,234 --> 00:05:37,202 What a charmer. 84 00:05:37,236 --> 00:05:39,136 Doctor. 85 00:05:39,172 --> 00:05:41,436 Captain, he needs an attitude adjustment. 86 00:05:41,474 --> 00:05:43,738 The Zakdornian culture is replete 87 00:05:43,776 --> 00:05:46,210 with self-assuredness and confidence. 88 00:05:46,245 --> 00:05:47,837 Seldom is it undeserved. 89 00:05:47,880 --> 00:05:50,314 For example, Kolrami is a third-level grand master 90 00:05:50,350 --> 00:05:52,147 at the game of strategema. 91 00:05:55,888 --> 00:05:57,253 Another millimeter. 92 00:05:57,290 --> 00:05:58,348 That's it. 93 00:05:58,391 --> 00:05:59,449 A little more. 94 00:05:59,492 --> 00:06:00,618 There. 95 00:06:00,660 --> 00:06:01,957 That's excellent. 96 00:06:01,994 --> 00:06:03,291 Lieutenant. 97 00:06:03,329 --> 00:06:04,455 Yes, Commander. 98 00:06:04,497 --> 00:06:06,761 You've heard about the simulation aboard the Hathaway? 99 00:06:06,799 --> 00:06:08,562 Oh, yes, sir, and the best of luck to you. 100 00:06:08,601 --> 00:06:10,364 I've researched those old Avidyne engines. 101 00:06:10,403 --> 00:06:12,428 They're archaic by our standards, very touchy. 102 00:06:12,472 --> 00:06:13,700 Anticipating the worst 103 00:06:13,740 --> 00:06:16,868 do you think they can be whipped into shape in 48 hours? 104 00:06:16,909 --> 00:06:18,604 I've already taken the liberty 105 00:06:18,644 --> 00:06:21,913 of putting together a few necessities. 106 00:06:31,656 --> 00:06:33,146 Enter! 107 00:06:43,334 --> 00:06:45,325 Am I disturbing you? 108 00:06:53,344 --> 00:06:54,777 Just finished. 109 00:06:54,812 --> 00:06:57,679 You know of the simulation, what do you think? 110 00:06:57,715 --> 00:06:59,615 Waste of time. 111 00:06:59,650 --> 00:07:01,982 It's just designed to be an exercise. 112 00:07:02,019 --> 00:07:03,384 Useless. 113 00:07:03,421 --> 00:07:06,720 If there is nothing to lose, no sacrifice 114 00:07:06,757 --> 00:07:09,157 then there is nothing to gain. 115 00:07:12,296 --> 00:07:14,196 You mean besides pride. 116 00:07:14,231 --> 00:07:17,394 Well, in this case, it doesn't matter. 117 00:07:17,435 --> 00:07:19,926 I probably haven't got a chance. 118 00:07:19,971 --> 00:07:21,598 There is always a chance. 119 00:07:21,639 --> 00:07:22,867 Slim. 120 00:07:22,907 --> 00:07:25,933 The Hathaway's most sophisticated weapons system— 121 00:07:26,043 --> 00:07:27,635 even in a computer mock-up— 122 00:07:27,678 --> 00:07:29,441 can't hope to defeat the Enterprise. 123 00:07:29,480 --> 00:07:30,947 Well, still... 124 00:07:31,015 --> 00:07:33,313 You're outmanned, you're outgunned, you're outequipped. 125 00:07:33,351 --> 00:07:34,613 What else have you got? 126 00:07:40,658 --> 00:07:42,285 Guile. 127 00:07:42,326 --> 00:07:44,624 Join me. 128 00:07:47,999 --> 00:07:50,399 The honor is to serve. 129 00:07:56,741 --> 00:07:59,175 Begin long-range scanning of all sectors 130 00:07:59,210 --> 00:08:01,144 within three light-years of Braslota. 131 00:08:01,178 --> 00:08:02,577 How's your crew shaping up? 132 00:08:02,613 --> 00:08:05,446 It's complete, but I would like to request an addition. 133 00:08:05,483 --> 00:08:06,609 Anyone in particular? 134 00:08:06,650 --> 00:08:07,617 With your permission 135 00:08:07,651 --> 00:08:09,778 I would like acting Ensign Crusher on board 136 00:08:09,820 --> 00:08:12,050 for educational observation. 137 00:08:15,893 --> 00:08:18,293 Thank you, Captain. 138 00:08:19,964 --> 00:08:23,491 It appears we'll have some time before reaching Braslota. 139 00:08:23,534 --> 00:08:25,399 I was wondering if you'd agree 140 00:08:25,436 --> 00:08:27,563 to play me in a game of strategema. 141 00:08:27,605 --> 00:08:32,201 Although I'm intrigued by the audacity of your request 142 00:08:32,243 --> 00:08:36,339 I can't fathom why you would wish the encounter. 143 00:08:36,380 --> 00:08:38,371 I enjoy a challenge. 144 00:08:38,416 --> 00:08:39,815 Very well. 145 00:08:39,850 --> 00:08:43,217 An opponent of limited dimensions 146 00:08:43,254 --> 00:08:46,155 can often be quite diverting. 147 00:08:48,192 --> 00:08:50,353 Thank you. 148 00:08:55,399 --> 00:08:57,299 So you're going to beat him, huh? 149 00:08:57,334 --> 00:08:58,301 No. 150 00:08:58,335 --> 00:09:00,064 Well, then it's going to be a close one? 151 00:09:00,104 --> 00:09:01,071 Nope. 152 00:09:01,105 --> 00:09:02,163 But you have got a chance? 153 00:09:02,206 --> 00:09:03,173 Nah. 154 00:09:03,207 --> 00:09:04,902 Are you even going to bother to show up? 155 00:09:04,942 --> 00:09:06,876 Sure, Kolrami is the best ever at strategema. 156 00:09:06,911 --> 00:09:08,606 Just to get to play him is a privilege. 157 00:09:08,646 --> 00:09:10,204 So, aside from your being privileged 158 00:09:10,247 --> 00:09:12,238 is there anything else I can look forward to? 159 00:09:12,283 --> 00:09:13,307 Nope. 160 00:09:13,350 --> 00:09:15,614 This is going to be exciting. 161 00:09:28,966 --> 00:09:31,628 Against an opponent of approximate skill 162 00:09:31,669 --> 00:09:34,467 strategema can last well over 1,000 moves. 163 00:09:34,505 --> 00:09:35,494 I wouldn't bet 164 00:09:35,539 --> 00:09:37,905 on us being here that long. 165 00:09:37,942 --> 00:09:40,911 I have wagered heavily in the ship's pool 166 00:09:40,945 --> 00:09:44,711 that you will take him past the sixth plateau. 167 00:09:44,748 --> 00:09:46,943 And if I don't? 168 00:09:46,984 --> 00:09:50,317 I will be... irritated. 169 00:09:51,856 --> 00:09:55,519 Forever curious, this urge to compete. 170 00:09:55,559 --> 00:09:57,083 It's a human response. 171 00:09:57,128 --> 00:09:58,152 That inborn craving 172 00:09:58,195 --> 00:10:00,663 to gauge your capabilities through conflict. 173 00:10:00,698 --> 00:10:02,222 Doctor, there are other ways 174 00:10:02,266 --> 00:10:03,790 to challenge oneself. 175 00:10:03,834 --> 00:10:06,325 Perhaps, but they all lack a certain thrill. 176 00:10:06,370 --> 00:10:08,838 Data, humans sometimes find it helpful 177 00:10:08,873 --> 00:10:11,205 to have an outsider set the standard 178 00:10:11,242 --> 00:10:12,732 by which they're judged. 179 00:10:12,776 --> 00:10:14,505 To avoid deceiving oneself. 180 00:10:14,545 --> 00:10:19,983 Maybe you should challenge Kolrami to strategema. 181 00:10:20,017 --> 00:10:22,247 Why, Doctor? 182 00:10:22,286 --> 00:10:23,844 Because, when someone is that smug 183 00:10:23,888 --> 00:10:26,379 you occasionally have to deflate them, just a little. 184 00:10:26,423 --> 00:10:27,549 Yeah, Data. 185 00:10:27,591 --> 00:10:30,355 I'd like to see your neural flecks 186 00:10:30,394 --> 00:10:31,952 tear him down a peg. 187 00:10:31,996 --> 00:10:33,258 To what end? 188 00:10:33,297 --> 00:10:35,492 Computer 189 00:10:35,533 --> 00:10:38,161 actuation positions for strategema. 190 00:10:38,202 --> 00:10:39,169 Ready? 191 00:10:39,203 --> 00:10:40,192 Begin. 192 00:10:41,872 --> 00:10:42,998 Come on, Commander. 193 00:10:43,107 --> 00:10:44,005 Come on now. 194 00:10:44,108 --> 00:10:45,006 You can do it. 195 00:10:45,109 --> 00:10:46,007 You can get him. 196 00:10:46,110 --> 00:10:47,338 Come on, Commander, come on. 197 00:10:47,378 --> 00:10:48,345 You got him, you got him. 198 00:10:48,379 --> 00:10:49,505 Watch him now. 199 00:10:56,954 --> 00:10:58,819 Hmm. 200 00:11:01,325 --> 00:11:02,451 That's it? 201 00:11:02,493 --> 00:11:03,653 I'm afraid so. 202 00:11:03,694 --> 00:11:05,958 But you only made 23 moves. 203 00:11:05,996 --> 00:11:07,156 Yes. 204 00:11:07,198 --> 00:11:08,563 Congratulations. 205 00:11:09,600 --> 00:11:11,295 Hmm, hmm-hmm. 206 00:11:21,345 --> 00:11:25,338 Commander Riker, there's your next challenge. 207 00:11:28,852 --> 00:11:31,980 Away team assembled and ready to transport, Commander. 208 00:11:32,022 --> 00:11:33,990 I may get over there and want to come right home. 209 00:11:34,058 --> 00:11:36,993 Good luck, Number One... 210 00:11:37,027 --> 00:11:39,154 Captain. 211 00:11:39,196 --> 00:11:42,188 The simulation will commence in 48 hours. 212 00:12:04,153 --> 00:12:08,146 There should be some emergency bridge lighting here. 213 00:12:16,665 --> 00:12:17,962 Not good. 214 00:12:18,000 --> 00:12:20,798 Ah, you're wrong, Mr. Worf. 215 00:12:20,836 --> 00:12:22,804 It's fantastic. 216 00:12:22,838 --> 00:12:24,533 And it's ours. 217 00:12:24,573 --> 00:12:26,507 Mr. Worf. 218 00:12:33,349 --> 00:12:38,252 Sir, Lieutenant La Forge is a superior officer. 219 00:12:38,287 --> 00:12:40,152 The honor should be his. 220 00:12:40,189 --> 00:12:41,315 Worf, this is a battle simulation. 221 00:12:41,357 --> 00:12:42,324 You're my tactical officer. 222 00:12:42,358 --> 00:12:44,553 Discussed this with Geordi, and we agreed. 223 00:12:44,593 --> 00:12:45,753 I need you by my side. 224 00:12:45,794 --> 00:12:47,728 Besides, Worf, if Engineering 225 00:12:47,763 --> 00:12:49,731 is anything like the Bridge 226 00:12:49,765 --> 00:12:52,199 I'm going to have my hands full. 227 00:13:02,645 --> 00:13:05,113 Attention crew of the USS Hathaway. 228 00:13:05,147 --> 00:13:06,944 This is your Captain. 229 00:13:06,982 --> 00:13:11,442 Over the next two days, you might lose a lot of sleep 230 00:13:11,487 --> 00:13:14,479 but with your skill and your stamina 231 00:13:14,523 --> 00:13:17,356 we'll have this old lady ready to fly. 232 00:13:17,393 --> 00:13:21,625 I want hourly progress reports from all stations. 233 00:13:21,664 --> 00:13:23,325 Riker out. 234 00:14:03,439 --> 00:14:05,907 Nice job, Geordi. 235 00:14:05,941 --> 00:14:09,809 Now what are the possibilities of warp drive? 236 00:14:13,649 --> 00:14:16,117 Hmm... not good. 237 00:14:16,151 --> 00:14:19,314 There are only a few dilithium fragments left 238 00:14:19,355 --> 00:14:20,913 in the holding clamps. 239 00:14:20,956 --> 00:14:23,083 Even if we had crystals that were intact 240 00:14:23,125 --> 00:14:25,616 there's no antimatter to fuel the drive. 241 00:14:25,661 --> 00:14:26,958 Any recommendations? 242 00:14:26,995 --> 00:14:28,121 No, sir. 243 00:14:28,163 --> 00:14:30,461 We haven't got a prayer. 244 00:14:30,499 --> 00:14:33,161 Would you like to transfer 245 00:14:33,202 --> 00:14:36,137 back to the Enterprise, Mr. Crusher? 246 00:14:36,171 --> 00:14:37,604 No, sir. 247 00:14:37,639 --> 00:14:43,134 Wes, remember our purpose is to improvise. 248 00:14:43,178 --> 00:14:45,510 It's the effort that counts. 249 00:14:48,683 --> 00:14:50,344 Open. 250 00:14:51,353 --> 00:14:54,754 I believe the rules are understood by all. 251 00:14:54,789 --> 00:14:57,917 Weapons conversion, Lieutenant Burke? 252 00:14:57,959 --> 00:14:59,119 Complete, Captain. 253 00:14:59,160 --> 00:15:00,422 Signal received. 254 00:15:00,462 --> 00:15:01,759 Locked on. 255 00:15:01,796 --> 00:15:03,923 She's really been stripped down, Captain. 256 00:15:04,032 --> 00:15:06,023 The only offensive systems you'll need 257 00:15:06,067 --> 00:15:07,659 will be simulated by computer. 258 00:15:07,702 --> 00:15:10,193 What's the Zakdornian word for mismatch? 259 00:15:10,238 --> 00:15:11,466 Challenge. 260 00:15:11,506 --> 00:15:14,498 We do not whine about the inequities of life. 261 00:15:14,542 --> 00:15:16,533 And how you perform in a mismatch 262 00:15:16,578 --> 00:15:18,944 is precisely what is of interest to Starfleet. 263 00:15:19,013 --> 00:15:22,949 After all, when one is in the superior position 264 00:15:23,051 --> 00:15:26,214 one is expected to win. 265 00:15:26,254 --> 00:15:28,154 Screen off. 266 00:15:28,189 --> 00:15:29,781 You have the Bridge, Mr. Data. 267 00:15:29,824 --> 00:15:30,950 Aye, sir. 268 00:15:31,059 --> 00:15:34,085 Lieutenant Commander Data, I'm intrigued by your challenge. 269 00:15:34,129 --> 00:15:36,097 Dr. Pulaski informed me of your desire 270 00:15:36,131 --> 00:15:38,827 to play a game of strategema. 271 00:15:41,269 --> 00:15:44,636 But I expressed no such interest. 272 00:15:44,672 --> 00:15:45,900 What Commander Data means 273 00:15:45,940 --> 00:15:48,238 is that he would never have asked you himself. 274 00:15:48,276 --> 00:15:49,971 But I know that he's very interested 275 00:15:50,078 --> 00:15:51,807 in pitting his skill against yours. 276 00:15:51,846 --> 00:15:54,246 Play against a machine. Hmm. 277 00:15:54,282 --> 00:15:56,773 Why should I wish to? 278 00:15:56,818 --> 00:15:58,410 I don't blame you. 279 00:15:58,453 --> 00:15:59,647 It's no fun going into a game 280 00:15:59,687 --> 00:16:01,211 when you know you're going to lose. 281 00:16:01,256 --> 00:16:02,746 But I wouldn't lose. 282 00:16:02,791 --> 00:16:04,725 Now you're no doubt going to tell me 283 00:16:04,759 --> 00:16:06,488 that I have to prove it to you. 284 00:16:06,528 --> 00:16:08,928 Come on, Data, you can't let that pass. 285 00:16:08,963 --> 00:16:10,089 Indeed, l... 286 00:16:11,599 --> 00:16:14,659 Cannot. 287 00:16:14,702 --> 00:16:18,399 Then you will play for the honor of your ship. 288 00:16:18,440 --> 00:16:20,374 Hmm, hmm-hmm. 289 00:16:20,408 --> 00:16:22,774 The honor of the ship? 290 00:16:22,811 --> 00:16:27,145 It's your reputation that's on the line. 291 00:16:34,823 --> 00:16:36,120 With my knowledge 292 00:16:36,157 --> 00:16:39,126 of the Enterprise's security override 293 00:16:39,160 --> 00:16:42,129 we may be able to convince the sensors 294 00:16:42,163 --> 00:16:44,961 that an enemy ship is approaching. 295 00:16:44,999 --> 00:16:47,797 Their instruments would... Iie to them. 296 00:16:47,836 --> 00:16:49,565 If you can pull that off, Mr. Worf 297 00:16:49,604 --> 00:16:51,970 you might give us the edge we're looking for. 298 00:16:52,006 --> 00:16:54,270 But what about the viewscreen? 299 00:16:54,309 --> 00:16:58,075 If I am successful, the computer will project 300 00:16:58,112 --> 00:17:01,240 a false image of the enemy ship on the main viewscreen. 301 00:17:01,282 --> 00:17:03,750 So unless someone runs to a window and looks out... 302 00:17:03,785 --> 00:17:06,811 They're going to fall for it. 303 00:17:19,467 --> 00:17:21,765 The lining's still smooth. 304 00:17:21,803 --> 00:17:24,431 We should be able to do something 305 00:17:24,472 --> 00:17:27,930 with these dilithium fragments we scavenged. 306 00:17:27,976 --> 00:17:29,944 Sure, the system's functional 307 00:17:30,011 --> 00:17:34,539 but, without antimatter, what difference does it make? 308 00:17:34,582 --> 00:17:37,710 Geordi, I have to return to the Enterprise. 309 00:17:37,752 --> 00:17:39,652 Wes, we've only got 32 hours. 310 00:17:39,687 --> 00:17:41,518 This is important. 311 00:17:41,556 --> 00:17:44,423 And this isn't? 312 00:17:44,459 --> 00:17:47,622 Attempt the routing bypass here. 313 00:17:47,662 --> 00:17:50,961 If it works, they will be surprised. 314 00:17:50,999 --> 00:17:54,435 Where I'm I going to get the opti-cable? 315 00:17:56,604 --> 00:17:59,095 Anywhere. 316 00:18:03,111 --> 00:18:04,510 Captain. 317 00:18:04,546 --> 00:18:07,481 I left an experiment running back on the Enterprise. 318 00:18:07,515 --> 00:18:09,039 May I go back and shut it down? 319 00:18:09,083 --> 00:18:11,074 It's that important? 320 00:18:11,119 --> 00:18:12,746 Well, it has to be monitored. 321 00:18:12,787 --> 00:18:15,347 And it is my final grade in plasma physics. 322 00:18:19,193 --> 00:18:21,753 Message from the Hathaway, sir. 323 00:18:21,796 --> 00:18:23,263 On screen. 324 00:18:23,298 --> 00:18:24,731 Request permission 325 00:18:24,766 --> 00:18:27,428 for Ensign Crusher to reboard the Enterprise. 326 00:18:27,468 --> 00:18:28,935 Why? 327 00:18:29,003 --> 00:18:31,301 Apparently, he was so anxious to join the away team 328 00:18:31,339 --> 00:18:33,466 he left a very critical experiment unattended. 329 00:18:34,475 --> 00:18:36,102 Do you have any objection? 330 00:18:36,144 --> 00:18:38,942 He should be escorted and have no contact 331 00:18:39,013 --> 00:18:41,208 with anything save his research. 332 00:18:41,249 --> 00:18:43,774 Permission granted. 333 00:18:43,818 --> 00:18:45,809 Mr. Burke, will you handle that? 334 00:18:45,853 --> 00:18:47,286 Aye, sir. 335 00:18:47,322 --> 00:18:50,189 I saw no sense in Riker choosing him anyway. 336 00:18:50,224 --> 00:18:52,488 He's just a noncommissioned child. 337 00:18:54,662 --> 00:18:56,220 I can't believe I forgot about this. 338 00:18:56,264 --> 00:18:58,960 It's a good lesson not to let excitement cloud your judgment. 339 00:18:59,000 --> 00:18:59,967 Yeah. 340 00:19:00,001 --> 00:19:01,400 This is very delicate. 341 00:19:01,436 --> 00:19:03,597 I spent six weeks setting this up. 342 00:19:03,638 --> 00:19:05,572 That's a lot of work. 343 00:19:05,607 --> 00:19:07,905 Oh, no. This is ruined. 344 00:19:07,942 --> 00:19:09,409 That's too bad. 345 00:19:09,444 --> 00:19:12,436 Look, uh, is this going to take much longer? 346 00:19:12,480 --> 00:19:15,142 I'm going to have to dispose of this safely. 347 00:19:15,183 --> 00:19:18,084 This is very volatile. 348 00:19:18,119 --> 00:19:20,747 I'll beam it off the Enterprise and leave it particalized. 349 00:19:20,788 --> 00:19:22,255 That's fine. Let's just do it. 350 00:19:22,290 --> 00:19:24,349 All right, I'll transfer the coordinates 351 00:19:24,392 --> 00:19:25,723 to the Transporter Room. 352 00:19:59,093 --> 00:20:01,186 In the present context 353 00:20:01,229 --> 00:20:04,562 what did she mean by "bust him up"? 354 00:20:04,599 --> 00:20:05,964 In her own way 355 00:20:06,034 --> 00:20:08,901 Dr. Pulaski was instructing you to take 356 00:20:08,936 --> 00:20:11,234 the shortest route to victory. 357 00:20:11,272 --> 00:20:13,433 As opposed to what? 358 00:20:18,613 --> 00:20:20,911 Ready? 359 00:20:20,948 --> 00:20:22,438 Begin. 360 00:20:27,555 --> 00:20:28,522 Good, good. 361 00:20:28,556 --> 00:20:29,648 Oh, look at them. 362 00:20:29,691 --> 00:20:30,658 Good, Data. 363 00:20:30,692 --> 00:20:31,659 Oh... 364 00:20:31,693 --> 00:20:33,160 Harder, harder. 365 00:20:33,194 --> 00:20:34,161 Look. 366 00:20:34,195 --> 00:20:35,184 Watch it, watch it. 367 00:20:35,229 --> 00:20:36,321 One more, one more. 368 00:20:36,364 --> 00:20:37,331 There. 369 00:20:37,365 --> 00:20:38,491 Come on. 370 00:20:41,402 --> 00:20:43,768 I can't believe it. 371 00:20:43,805 --> 00:20:47,969 A computer beaten by flesh and blood? 372 00:20:49,744 --> 00:20:53,373 You advanced quite far against such a worthy opponent. 373 00:20:53,414 --> 00:20:55,006 Thoroughly enjoyable, Mr. Data. 374 00:20:55,083 --> 00:20:59,543 I'm at your disposal for a rematch. 375 00:20:59,587 --> 00:21:02,852 Thank you, but what would be the point? 376 00:21:02,890 --> 00:21:06,382 Hmm, hmm-hmm. 377 00:21:06,427 --> 00:21:07,894 How can you lose? 378 00:21:07,929 --> 00:21:10,557 You're supposed to be infallible. 379 00:21:10,598 --> 00:21:16,298 Obviously, I am not. 380 00:21:22,110 --> 00:21:24,578 Ensign, where is Commander Data? 381 00:21:24,612 --> 00:21:28,912 He has temporarily removed himself from Bridge duty, sir. 382 00:21:28,950 --> 00:21:31,578 Your crew is excellently trained, Captain. 383 00:21:31,619 --> 00:21:34,247 A tribute to your leadership. 384 00:21:34,288 --> 00:21:37,416 Although I doubt their extensive preparation 385 00:21:37,458 --> 00:21:38,857 will be needed. 386 00:21:38,893 --> 00:21:40,758 Why is that? 387 00:21:40,795 --> 00:21:43,992 I do not expect "Captain" Riker 388 00:21:44,065 --> 00:21:47,523 will present much of a challenge. 389 00:21:47,568 --> 00:21:51,902 Mr. Kolrami, may I speak with you in private? 390 00:22:00,348 --> 00:22:03,442 I would like to know the root of your prejudice 391 00:22:03,484 --> 00:22:04,883 for my First Officer. 392 00:22:04,919 --> 00:22:06,386 Oh, Captain, I don't... 393 00:22:06,420 --> 00:22:08,183 Mr. Kolrami, you have been nothing 394 00:22:08,222 --> 00:22:10,690 but denigrating and abusive of Commander Riker 395 00:22:10,725 --> 00:22:12,283 since coming aboard this ship. 396 00:22:12,326 --> 00:22:15,386 Now, I would like some explanation. 397 00:22:15,429 --> 00:22:18,125 Having studied William Riker's file 398 00:22:18,166 --> 00:22:20,066 prior to this assignment 399 00:22:20,101 --> 00:22:23,400 I have found him... wanting. 400 00:22:23,437 --> 00:22:25,905 In what regard? 401 00:22:25,940 --> 00:22:30,070 His work record is exemplary. 402 00:22:30,111 --> 00:22:32,739 But, as you know 403 00:22:32,780 --> 00:22:36,739 a Starship Captain is not manufactured. 404 00:22:36,784 --> 00:22:41,847 He or she is born from-from inside 405 00:22:41,889 --> 00:22:44,585 from the character of the individual. 406 00:22:44,625 --> 00:22:47,150 My interviews have revealed a man 407 00:22:47,195 --> 00:22:51,393 who displays circumstantially inappropriate joviality 408 00:22:51,432 --> 00:22:54,492 belying the seriousness of his station. 409 00:22:56,537 --> 00:23:01,941 Don't confuse style with intent. 410 00:23:01,976 --> 00:23:03,443 Only a fool would question 411 00:23:03,477 --> 00:23:05,809 Commander Riker's dedication to Starfleet 412 00:23:05,847 --> 00:23:08,111 and the men and women under his command. 413 00:23:08,149 --> 00:23:12,085 He is simply the finest officer with whom I have ever served. 414 00:23:12,119 --> 00:23:18,615 We shall see if your faith is well-founded. 415 00:23:18,659 --> 00:23:20,650 The test is whether the crew will follow 416 00:23:20,695 --> 00:23:22,856 where Commander Riker leads. 417 00:23:22,897 --> 00:23:24,592 His... 418 00:23:24,632 --> 00:23:26,964 His joviality is the means 419 00:23:27,034 --> 00:23:30,970 by which he creates that loyalty. 420 00:23:31,038 --> 00:23:33,506 And I will match his command style 421 00:23:33,541 --> 00:23:35,736 with your statistics anytime. 422 00:23:35,776 --> 00:23:37,539 Hmm. 423 00:23:43,950 --> 00:23:45,713 Come in, please. 424 00:23:48,722 --> 00:23:49,984 Data. 425 00:23:50,056 --> 00:23:50,988 Counselor 426 00:23:51,057 --> 00:23:52,786 is something the matter? 427 00:23:52,826 --> 00:23:55,351 That was going to be my question. 428 00:23:55,395 --> 00:23:57,795 With my repository of knowledge 429 00:23:57,831 --> 00:24:02,393 I expected to perform better against a humanoid life-form. 430 00:24:02,435 --> 00:24:05,268 You know, some of our greatest advances 431 00:24:05,305 --> 00:24:07,739 have come from analyzing failure. 432 00:24:07,774 --> 00:24:10,038 While it can be ego-bruising... 433 00:24:10,076 --> 00:24:11,100 But, Counselor 434 00:24:11,144 --> 00:24:12,873 I do not have an ego. 435 00:24:12,912 --> 00:24:15,710 Yes. 436 00:24:15,749 --> 00:24:19,344 Well, um... a loss can be disheartening... 437 00:24:19,385 --> 00:24:20,818 But, Counselor, I do not have a... 438 00:24:20,854 --> 00:24:23,550 Data. 439 00:24:23,590 --> 00:24:26,150 You can handle defeat in two ways. 440 00:24:26,192 --> 00:24:27,955 You can lose confidence 441 00:24:27,994 --> 00:24:30,758 or you can learn from your mistakes. 442 00:24:30,797 --> 00:24:33,391 That is what troubles me. 443 00:24:33,433 --> 00:24:35,424 I made no mistakes. 444 00:24:35,468 --> 00:24:37,936 I have conducted a diagnostic check 445 00:24:37,971 --> 00:24:39,302 of all of my programs. 446 00:24:39,339 --> 00:24:42,740 I'm now cross-checking with the ship's computer. 447 00:24:42,776 --> 00:24:44,403 Is that all necessary? 448 00:24:44,444 --> 00:24:45,741 I believe so. 449 00:24:45,779 --> 00:24:48,077 I have proven to be vulnerable. 450 00:24:48,114 --> 00:24:51,106 At the present time, my deductions should be treated 451 00:24:51,151 --> 00:24:52,277 with skepticism. 452 00:24:52,318 --> 00:24:54,616 So, that's why you haven't been on the Bridge. 453 00:24:54,654 --> 00:24:56,087 Yes. 454 00:24:56,122 --> 00:25:00,149 The Captain would be ill-advised to rely upon my judgment. 455 00:25:00,193 --> 00:25:03,356 I think you're overreacting. 456 00:25:03,396 --> 00:25:05,660 I'm sure you're all right. 457 00:25:05,698 --> 00:25:10,135 I, however, am not sure. 458 00:25:18,578 --> 00:25:20,705 Easy now. 459 00:25:20,747 --> 00:25:22,715 Is that it? 460 00:25:22,749 --> 00:25:24,546 Yeah. 461 00:25:24,584 --> 00:25:26,051 Good work. 462 00:25:26,085 --> 00:25:27,552 All right. 463 00:25:27,587 --> 00:25:31,956 Hand me that connector on the kit. 464 00:25:35,595 --> 00:25:37,062 What is that? 465 00:25:37,096 --> 00:25:40,065 My experiment from the Enterprise. 466 00:25:40,099 --> 00:25:41,361 Wes. 467 00:25:41,401 --> 00:25:44,962 It deals with high-energy plasma reactions 468 00:25:45,004 --> 00:25:46,437 with antimatter. 469 00:25:46,472 --> 00:25:49,703 You went back to the Enterprise for that? 470 00:25:51,344 --> 00:25:52,402 Wes, you cheated. 471 00:25:52,445 --> 00:25:53,503 No, sir. 472 00:25:53,546 --> 00:25:55,173 You told me to improvise. 473 00:25:55,215 --> 00:25:56,978 The hard part 474 00:25:57,016 --> 00:25:58,711 is going to be calibrating the thermal curve 475 00:25:58,751 --> 00:26:00,378 necessary to start a controlled reaction. 476 00:26:02,255 --> 00:26:06,089 Assuming you can, can you regulate the reaction? 477 00:26:09,829 --> 00:26:11,160 There's just enough crystal 478 00:26:11,197 --> 00:26:12,596 left to do it. 479 00:26:12,632 --> 00:26:17,194 We plan to channel the reaction through the chips. 480 00:26:17,237 --> 00:26:18,636 Are we good? 481 00:26:18,671 --> 00:26:19,831 You're better than good. 482 00:26:19,873 --> 00:26:21,067 Great, brilliant. 483 00:26:21,107 --> 00:26:22,870 It's going to be fun. 484 00:26:22,909 --> 00:26:24,001 Carry on. 485 00:26:30,583 --> 00:26:32,107 Come in, please. 486 00:26:32,151 --> 00:26:36,053 All right, Data, enough of this. 487 00:26:36,089 --> 00:26:37,886 Doctor? 488 00:26:37,924 --> 00:26:40,119 How long are you going to sit sulking 489 00:26:40,159 --> 00:26:41,751 like Achilles in his tent? 490 00:26:41,794 --> 00:26:43,728 I'm conducting diagnostic... 491 00:26:43,763 --> 00:26:45,162 You may be able to sell Troi that story 492 00:26:45,198 --> 00:26:46,392 but not me. 493 00:26:46,432 --> 00:26:49,162 Now, you're smarting because you were beaten. 494 00:26:49,202 --> 00:26:50,362 Well, it happens. 495 00:26:50,403 --> 00:26:52,394 No, Doctor, this is not about ego. 496 00:26:52,438 --> 00:26:56,397 I am concerned about giving the Captain unsound advice. 497 00:26:56,442 --> 00:27:03,006 I wish I had never maneuvered you into playing that game. 498 00:27:03,049 --> 00:27:04,277 I'm sorry. 499 00:27:04,317 --> 00:27:05,682 Why, Doctor? 500 00:27:05,718 --> 00:27:08,551 It is done, and perhaps just as well. 501 00:27:08,588 --> 00:27:12,388 This has indicated that I am damaged in some fashion. 502 00:27:12,425 --> 00:27:14,689 I must find the malfunction. 503 00:27:25,471 --> 00:27:27,701 The simulation begins in one hour. 504 00:27:27,740 --> 00:27:29,173 You'll have warp drive, Captain 505 00:27:29,208 --> 00:27:31,369 though it may not be what you expected. 506 00:27:31,411 --> 00:27:33,038 I think that deserves some kind of explanation. 507 00:27:33,079 --> 00:27:34,341 We'll have warp 1 for about... 508 00:27:34,380 --> 00:27:35,369 Just under two seconds. 509 00:27:35,415 --> 00:27:36,712 That's not long enough or an escape 510 00:27:36,749 --> 00:27:38,307 but, used as a surprise 511 00:27:38,351 --> 00:27:40,717 it may give a strategic advantage. 512 00:27:40,753 --> 00:27:42,721 Sir, all of this is theoretical. 513 00:27:42,755 --> 00:27:45,053 And if your theory fails to pay off? 514 00:27:45,091 --> 00:27:46,888 Have you ever driven a Grenthemen water hopper? 515 00:27:46,926 --> 00:27:47,893 Sure. 516 00:27:47,927 --> 00:27:49,292 Ever popped the clutch? 517 00:27:49,329 --> 00:27:51,354 You're saying we're going to stall the Hathaway? 518 00:27:51,397 --> 00:27:53,297 And the Enterprise will waltz right over 519 00:27:53,333 --> 00:27:54,322 and pulverize us. 520 00:28:06,746 --> 00:28:08,873 Now, let me try to understand. 521 00:28:08,915 --> 00:28:11,213 You're saying that Commander Data 522 00:28:11,250 --> 00:28:14,549 is suffering from a profound loss of confidence 523 00:28:14,587 --> 00:28:16,020 and that you believe 524 00:28:16,055 --> 00:28:18,523 that only I can restore the balance? 525 00:28:18,558 --> 00:28:19,525 Yes, sir. 526 00:28:19,559 --> 00:28:21,424 Both Deanna and I have tried 527 00:28:21,461 --> 00:28:23,656 but we're not getting through to him. 528 00:28:23,696 --> 00:28:26,927 Don't you think you both might be overreacting? 529 00:28:26,966 --> 00:28:29,662 Data is not capable of the emotions 530 00:28:29,702 --> 00:28:31,135 which you're assigning him. 531 00:28:31,170 --> 00:28:32,660 The effects are the same 532 00:28:32,705 --> 00:28:35,139 whether they're caused by human emotions 533 00:28:35,174 --> 00:28:36,573 or android algorithms. 534 00:28:36,609 --> 00:28:38,634 Data's not on the Bridge, and I don't think 535 00:28:38,678 --> 00:28:40,202 Data's going to be on the Bridge 536 00:28:40,246 --> 00:28:42,942 until we find some way to address his problem. 537 00:28:43,049 --> 00:28:47,918 I'm less than one hour away from a battle simulation 538 00:28:47,954 --> 00:28:51,151 and I have to handhold an android. 539 00:28:51,190 --> 00:28:53,590 The burdens of command. 540 00:29:00,099 --> 00:29:02,033 Come in, please. 541 00:29:04,537 --> 00:29:07,995 Commander, I require your presence on the Bridge. 542 00:29:08,041 --> 00:29:10,134 Captain, with all due respect 543 00:29:10,176 --> 00:29:12,110 perhaps it would be better if you choose another 544 00:29:12,145 --> 00:29:13,407 to serve as your First Officer. 545 00:29:13,446 --> 00:29:15,607 Data, you are my First Officer. 546 00:29:15,648 --> 00:29:18,913 I have not been able to isolate the problem, sir. 547 00:29:18,985 --> 00:29:20,782 I might make a mistake. 548 00:29:20,820 --> 00:29:23,880 Yes, you might 549 00:29:23,923 --> 00:29:26,824 but that does not alter your duty to me and to this ship. 550 00:29:26,859 --> 00:29:30,625 Now, do you know how to formulate a premise? 551 00:29:30,663 --> 00:29:31,687 Yes, sir. 552 00:29:31,731 --> 00:29:33,164 Then formulate this one. 553 00:29:33,199 --> 00:29:36,691 How do I deal with Commander Riker and the Hathaway? 554 00:29:36,736 --> 00:29:40,035 I will await your answer on the Bridge. 555 00:29:40,073 --> 00:29:42,041 And, Commander... 556 00:29:42,075 --> 00:29:46,136 it is possible to commit no mistakes 557 00:29:46,179 --> 00:29:48,044 and still lose. 558 00:29:48,081 --> 00:29:51,209 That is not a weakness. 559 00:29:51,250 --> 00:29:53,377 That is life. 560 00:29:56,089 --> 00:29:57,954 I believe I understand, sir. 561 00:29:58,057 --> 00:30:02,289 And, Data, will you leave your hesitation and self-doubt 562 00:30:02,328 --> 00:30:04,091 here in your quarters. 563 00:30:15,006 --> 00:30:16,871 I have several examples 564 00:30:16,908 --> 00:30:19,900 of Commander Riker's battle technique. 565 00:30:19,944 --> 00:30:23,971 At the Academy, he calculated a sensory blind spot 566 00:30:24,015 --> 00:30:26,984 on a Tholian vessel and hid within it 567 00:30:27,018 --> 00:30:29,111 during a battle simulation. 568 00:30:29,153 --> 00:30:30,518 And, as a Lieutenant aboard the Potemkin 569 00:30:30,555 --> 00:30:33,820 his solution to a crisis was to shut down all power 570 00:30:33,858 --> 00:30:36,588 and hang over a planet's magnetic poles 571 00:30:36,627 --> 00:30:39,391 thus confusing his opponent's sensors. 572 00:30:39,430 --> 00:30:41,455 And from these specifics 573 00:30:41,499 --> 00:30:45,162 what general conclusion can you extrapolate? 574 00:30:45,203 --> 00:30:50,800 Only 21% of the time does he rely on traditional tactics 575 00:30:50,842 --> 00:30:56,007 so the Captain must be prepared for unusual cunning. 576 00:30:56,080 --> 00:30:58,913 Counselor, Commander Riker will assume 577 00:30:58,950 --> 00:31:01,316 we have made this analysis 578 00:31:01,352 --> 00:31:04,048 and knowing that we know his methods 579 00:31:04,088 --> 00:31:05,555 he will alter them. 580 00:31:05,590 --> 00:31:09,253 But knowing that he knows that we know that he knows 581 00:31:09,293 --> 00:31:12,660 he might choose to return to his usual pattern. 582 00:31:12,697 --> 00:31:14,824 Wait, wait, you're overanalyzing, Data. 583 00:31:16,367 --> 00:31:19,063 One cannot deny human nature. 584 00:31:19,103 --> 00:31:22,630 What kind of a man is Commander Riker? 585 00:31:24,942 --> 00:31:26,375 A fighter? 586 00:31:26,411 --> 00:31:27,776 Yes. 587 00:31:27,812 --> 00:31:29,439 The weaker his position 588 00:31:29,480 --> 00:31:32,278 the more aggressive will be his posture. 589 00:31:32,316 --> 00:31:34,341 And he won't give up. 590 00:31:34,385 --> 00:31:38,754 Then, despite whatever options he is given 591 00:31:38,790 --> 00:31:40,655 he must be... 592 00:31:40,691 --> 00:31:43,159 The man that he is. Exactly. 593 00:31:43,194 --> 00:31:47,221 Is that a failing in humans? 594 00:31:50,067 --> 00:31:53,230 You'll have to decide that for yourself. 595 00:32:04,248 --> 00:32:05,738 On screen. 596 00:32:09,587 --> 00:32:12,112 The hunt begins, Number One. 597 00:32:12,156 --> 00:32:13,214 We're ready. 598 00:32:13,257 --> 00:32:15,225 Just remember, Enterprise 599 00:32:15,259 --> 00:32:17,489 Captain Riker's never lost. 600 00:32:17,528 --> 00:32:20,554 Begin now. 601 00:32:20,598 --> 00:32:22,065 Screen off. 602 00:32:22,099 --> 00:32:27,196 Set course 2-2-3 mark 3-5-7, full impulse power. 603 00:32:27,238 --> 00:32:29,866 Initiate Kumeh maneuver. 604 00:32:33,744 --> 00:32:34,802 Kumeh maneuver? 605 00:32:34,846 --> 00:32:37,076 Why would they start out with such a recognizable ploy? 606 00:32:37,114 --> 00:32:38,138 He's teasing. 607 00:32:38,182 --> 00:32:40,116 He wants us to reveal our tactics on his terms. 608 00:32:40,151 --> 00:32:41,379 Mr. Worf? 609 00:32:41,419 --> 00:32:43,444 Counter with the Talupian maneuver 610 00:32:43,488 --> 00:32:44,921 on instrument sighting. 611 00:32:44,956 --> 00:32:46,184 Agreed. 612 00:32:46,224 --> 00:32:48,488 Three-quarter impulse, full on my command. 613 00:32:48,526 --> 00:32:50,153 Ensign Nagel, maximum shields. 614 00:32:50,194 --> 00:32:52,321 Mr. Worf, prepare your little surprise. 615 00:32:52,363 --> 00:32:53,330 Aye, sir. 616 00:32:53,364 --> 00:32:55,889 Set course 3-1 -7 mark 7-3. 617 00:32:55,933 --> 00:32:57,924 Present minimal aspect. 618 00:32:57,969 --> 00:32:59,163 Ready warp one. 619 00:32:59,203 --> 00:33:02,502 Optimal spread on simulated torpedoes. 620 00:33:04,308 --> 00:33:05,332 Captain 621 00:33:05,376 --> 00:33:07,776 Romulan warship approaching fast from astern. 622 00:33:07,812 --> 00:33:08,779 What the... 623 00:33:08,813 --> 00:33:09,837 He came out of nowhere, sir. 624 00:33:09,881 --> 00:33:11,678 Bring us about, Ensign. Maximum shields. 625 00:33:12,717 --> 00:33:13,684 Full weapon systems. 626 00:33:13,718 --> 00:33:14,685 Disengage... 627 00:33:14,719 --> 00:33:16,550 Lock on, open a hailing frequency. 628 00:33:16,587 --> 00:33:18,555 I can't, sir. There's nothing there. 629 00:33:24,695 --> 00:33:25,719 Warp 3, evasive. 630 00:33:25,763 --> 00:33:26,730 Stand by. 631 00:33:26,764 --> 00:33:29,062 Disengage weapons and shields. 632 00:33:29,100 --> 00:33:30,897 Reengage modified beam. 633 00:33:30,935 --> 00:33:33,130 He's quite good. 634 00:33:33,170 --> 00:33:34,330 He's the best. 635 00:33:34,372 --> 00:33:36,966 Computer reports simulated damage 636 00:33:37,008 --> 00:33:38,669 to several aft decks, sir. 637 00:33:38,709 --> 00:33:40,404 Repair time 3.6 Days. 638 00:33:40,444 --> 00:33:41,968 How did he do that? 639 00:33:42,013 --> 00:33:45,710 Mr. Worf must have overridden the sensor codes 640 00:33:45,750 --> 00:33:48,583 played some holographic games. 641 00:33:48,619 --> 00:33:49,984 Mr. Data, input a new code. 642 00:33:50,054 --> 00:33:53,854 Attack posture, circumvental attitude. 643 00:33:53,891 --> 00:33:57,054 Prepare beams for photon mode. 644 00:34:01,065 --> 00:34:03,693 Bye-bye, Hathaway. 645 00:34:03,834 --> 00:34:06,064 Computers report heavy damage to the Enterprise. 646 00:34:06,103 --> 00:34:07,627 They're moving off, sir. 647 00:34:07,672 --> 00:34:08,764 Why not go after them? 648 00:34:08,806 --> 00:34:10,467 Because they're not through coming after us. 649 00:34:10,508 --> 00:34:11,941 Wesley, Geordi, prepare to warp jump. 650 00:34:11,976 --> 00:34:14,342 There are no guarantees here, sir. 651 00:34:14,378 --> 00:34:15,436 There never are, Lieutenant. 652 00:34:15,479 --> 00:34:16,776 I'm going to trust your expertise. 653 00:34:16,814 --> 00:34:17,781 Secure your stations. 654 00:34:17,815 --> 00:34:20,511 Stand by for my signal. 655 00:34:20,551 --> 00:34:22,610 Ready the photon torpedoes. 656 00:34:22,653 --> 00:34:25,144 Captain, sensors picking up a Ferengi warship 657 00:34:25,189 --> 00:34:26,952 closing at warp 5. 658 00:34:26,991 --> 00:34:29,425 Did you input that new code? 659 00:34:29,460 --> 00:34:30,620 Aye, sir. 660 00:34:30,661 --> 00:34:34,654 Mr. Worf, I didn't give you enough credit. 661 00:34:34,699 --> 00:34:37,065 Continue the simulation. 662 00:34:37,101 --> 00:34:39,433 Divert all power to shields. 663 00:34:39,470 --> 00:34:40,960 Sever modified beams. 664 00:34:41,038 --> 00:34:42,972 Stay between the Ferengi and the Hathaway. 665 00:34:43,040 --> 00:34:44,564 Engage phasers and target. 666 00:34:44,609 --> 00:34:46,543 Fire when ready. 667 00:34:48,279 --> 00:34:49,974 That's no ghost attacking the Enterprise. 668 00:34:50,047 --> 00:34:50,979 That's real. 669 00:34:51,048 --> 00:34:52,345 We must assist, sir. 670 00:34:52,383 --> 00:34:53,350 With what? 671 00:34:53,384 --> 00:34:54,874 We have no offensive weapons. 672 00:34:54,919 --> 00:34:56,386 Where are my weapons? 673 00:34:56,420 --> 00:34:57,682 Unavailable, sir. 674 00:34:57,722 --> 00:34:59,781 We cannot disengage the modified beams. 675 00:34:59,824 --> 00:35:01,621 The connections have been fused. 676 00:35:04,495 --> 00:35:06,087 We must retreat. 677 00:35:06,130 --> 00:35:07,097 Unacceptable. 678 00:35:07,131 --> 00:35:08,928 The Ferengi have broken off their attack. 679 00:35:09,000 --> 00:35:11,434 Drop shields, transport the away team aboard. 680 00:35:11,469 --> 00:35:13,300 Transporter functions gone, sir. 681 00:35:13,337 --> 00:35:14,736 Shields reduced to 1/5 intensity. 682 00:35:14,772 --> 00:35:16,569 Use their moment of indecision to escape. 683 00:35:16,607 --> 00:35:18,939 I have 40 crew members on board the Hathaway... 684 00:35:19,010 --> 00:35:21,570 Who should be sacrificed to save a thousand. 685 00:35:21,612 --> 00:35:25,048 Acceptable tactical losses, considering the circumstances. 686 00:35:25,082 --> 00:35:26,515 Not to me. 687 00:35:26,550 --> 00:35:27,881 Notify Starfleet, priority. 688 00:35:27,918 --> 00:35:29,476 Hail the Ferengi on my command. 689 00:35:29,520 --> 00:35:30,714 Formulate alternatives. 690 00:35:30,755 --> 00:35:33,588 As the Starfleet observer, I am ordering you to withdraw. 691 00:35:33,624 --> 00:35:35,353 I am the Captain of this vessel. 692 00:35:35,393 --> 00:35:37,759 Your order is nullified. 693 00:35:37,795 --> 00:35:40,457 Ferengi on main viewscreen. 694 00:35:43,701 --> 00:35:46,135 I am Captain Jean-Luc Picard 695 00:35:46,170 --> 00:35:49,901 of the Federation Starship USS Enterprise. 696 00:35:49,940 --> 00:35:52,238 Why have you attacked my vessel? 697 00:35:52,276 --> 00:35:54,744 Why was your ship combative 698 00:35:54,779 --> 00:35:59,148 with another Federation vessel of lesser design? 699 00:35:59,183 --> 00:36:02,914 Why do you now protect your former target? 700 00:36:03,020 --> 00:36:05,682 What is its value to you? 701 00:36:05,723 --> 00:36:08,248 Our probes indicate you were aware 702 00:36:08,292 --> 00:36:11,022 of our approach, yet took no action. 703 00:36:11,062 --> 00:36:15,192 Your answers will dictate our response. 704 00:36:15,232 --> 00:36:19,259 We have refrained from launching a counterattack 705 00:36:19,303 --> 00:36:23,467 in the hope that this can be resolved peacefully. 706 00:36:23,507 --> 00:36:27,409 Our probes indicate that you are crippled 707 00:36:27,445 --> 00:36:31,279 and the ship you protect has no weaponry 708 00:36:31,315 --> 00:36:35,547 no light-speed drive and only a scarce crew. 709 00:36:35,586 --> 00:36:38,077 This makes no sense to us. 710 00:36:38,122 --> 00:36:42,183 Unless it contains something very valuable. 711 00:36:42,226 --> 00:36:43,557 I am Bractor 712 00:36:43,594 --> 00:36:47,257 Leader of the Ferengi attack vessel Kreechta. 713 00:36:47,298 --> 00:36:51,667 I will have the secret of the other Federation ship. 714 00:36:51,702 --> 00:36:54,830 Surrender it to me 715 00:36:54,872 --> 00:37:01,004 and I will allow your Enterprise to leave unharmed. 716 00:37:04,548 --> 00:37:07,312 You have ten of your minutes. 717 00:37:09,353 --> 00:37:12,618 Sir, they're massing a surge of power. 718 00:37:12,656 --> 00:37:14,385 We're being scanned. 719 00:37:14,425 --> 00:37:16,052 They've locked on. 720 00:37:18,729 --> 00:37:19,923 Data? 721 00:37:20,030 --> 00:37:23,056 Our shields will not withstand another assault, sir. 722 00:37:23,100 --> 00:37:25,534 Then there are no options. 723 00:37:25,569 --> 00:37:27,537 Retreat... 724 00:37:27,571 --> 00:37:29,232 or die. 725 00:37:37,081 --> 00:37:38,912 Captain's Log, supplemental. 726 00:37:38,949 --> 00:37:41,213 Due to a miscalculation on my part 727 00:37:41,252 --> 00:37:43,447 the Enterprise has been subjected 728 00:37:43,487 --> 00:37:45,853 to a surprise attack by the Ferengi. 729 00:37:45,890 --> 00:37:49,155 I find myself with little time to decide the fate 730 00:37:49,193 --> 00:37:52,822 of 40 of my crew stranded aboard the derelict Hathaway. 731 00:37:52,863 --> 00:37:54,831 I am open to suggestions. 732 00:37:54,865 --> 00:37:57,333 Captain, we are now capable of launching 733 00:37:57,368 --> 00:38:00,166 a limited number of photon torpedoes. 734 00:38:00,204 --> 00:38:02,502 I've already given you my advice, Captain. 735 00:38:02,540 --> 00:38:04,667 The Hathaway is expendable. 736 00:38:04,708 --> 00:38:07,336 Commander Riker is hailing, sir. 737 00:38:07,378 --> 00:38:08,777 On screen. 738 00:38:10,047 --> 00:38:12,845 Number One, have you been monitoring communications? 739 00:38:12,883 --> 00:38:14,180 Yes, sir. Kolrami's right. 740 00:38:14,218 --> 00:38:15,810 You've got to save the Enterprise. 741 00:38:15,853 --> 00:38:18,253 That would leave you defenseless. 742 00:38:18,289 --> 00:38:21,690 When Bractor closes in, we'll hit our warp drive. 743 00:38:21,725 --> 00:38:23,420 Take our chances. 744 00:38:23,460 --> 00:38:25,428 Your what? 745 00:38:25,462 --> 00:38:28,158 We have a limited two-second warp capability. 746 00:38:28,199 --> 00:38:29,166 Impossible. 747 00:38:29,200 --> 00:38:32,328 That ship was rendered warp inactive. 748 00:38:32,369 --> 00:38:34,667 I told you he was the best. 749 00:38:34,705 --> 00:38:37,936 I'd like to hear more about this, Number One, later. 750 00:38:38,008 --> 00:38:41,444 Right now, I have to work something out with Mr. Data. 751 00:38:41,577 --> 00:38:44,171 Premise— the Ferengi wish to capture the Hathaway 752 00:38:44,213 --> 00:38:45,771 believing it to be of value. 753 00:38:45,815 --> 00:38:47,646 Therefore, we must remove the ship 754 00:38:47,683 --> 00:38:49,310 from their field of interest. 755 00:38:49,351 --> 00:38:52,149 And they will soon relocate it after a two second warp... 756 00:38:52,188 --> 00:38:53,280 There is a way. 757 00:38:53,322 --> 00:38:55,483 Number One, can you hear this? 758 00:38:55,524 --> 00:38:57,082 Yes, sir, we're all here. 759 00:38:57,126 --> 00:38:59,526 Waiting for you to pull another rabbit out of your hat. 760 00:38:59,562 --> 00:39:00,620 Mr. Data? 761 00:39:00,663 --> 00:39:02,255 On the Captain's command 762 00:39:02,298 --> 00:39:04,562 we will fire four photon torpedoes 763 00:39:04,600 --> 00:39:06,295 directly at the Hathaway. 764 00:39:06,335 --> 00:39:08,428 One millisecond after its detonation 765 00:39:08,471 --> 00:39:10,905 the computer will trigger your warp jump. 766 00:39:10,973 --> 00:39:12,065 I think I hate this plan. 767 00:39:12,107 --> 00:39:14,337 Data, we're not even sure our warp jump will work. 768 00:39:14,376 --> 00:39:17,675 If the warp engines fail to function 769 00:39:17,713 --> 00:39:20,876 the result could be... unfortunate. 770 00:39:20,916 --> 00:39:22,907 Very unfortunate. 771 00:39:22,952 --> 00:39:25,113 We will be dead. 772 00:39:25,154 --> 00:39:27,122 Captain Riker 773 00:39:27,156 --> 00:39:29,215 I cannot order you to do this. 774 00:39:29,258 --> 00:39:32,557 What the hell, nobody said life was safe. 775 00:39:32,595 --> 00:39:35,530 The advantage is that it will appear 776 00:39:35,564 --> 00:39:39,193 from the Kreechta's perspective as though... 777 00:39:39,235 --> 00:39:43,035 as though you were destroyed in the explosion. 778 00:39:43,072 --> 00:39:46,530 That will deceive them only for a few minutes. 779 00:39:46,575 --> 00:39:48,805 Their sensors will soon locate us. 780 00:39:48,844 --> 00:39:50,311 We'll only need a few minutes, Mr. Worf 781 00:39:50,346 --> 00:39:52,507 because you're going to prepare another surprise for them. 782 00:39:52,548 --> 00:39:54,413 Then we're agreed. 783 00:39:54,450 --> 00:39:58,113 On my mark, four minutes. 784 00:39:58,153 --> 00:39:59,882 Remember, Geordi... 785 00:39:59,922 --> 00:40:02,652 if the implementation is off by one millisecond 786 00:40:02,691 --> 00:40:04,420 the Hathawaywill not survive. 787 00:40:04,460 --> 00:40:06,621 Data, that's the one part of this plan 788 00:40:06,662 --> 00:40:08,789 that we're all absolutely sure about. 789 00:40:16,939 --> 00:40:18,907 Are we ready, Number One? 790 00:40:18,941 --> 00:40:22,069 - Ready, Captain. - Ready, Captain. 791 00:40:22,111 --> 00:40:25,410 Good luck to both of you. 792 00:40:25,447 --> 00:40:28,314 Bractor. 793 00:40:31,720 --> 00:40:34,086 I will wait no longer, Picard. 794 00:40:34,123 --> 00:40:35,090 You needn't. 795 00:40:35,124 --> 00:40:36,523 The answer is no. 796 00:40:36,559 --> 00:40:38,618 Your actions have been wholly criminal. 797 00:40:38,661 --> 00:40:40,185 You will not profit by them. 798 00:40:40,229 --> 00:40:42,197 You are a fool. 799 00:40:42,231 --> 00:40:44,927 How can you stop us? 800 00:40:44,967 --> 00:40:47,697 You believe the Hathaway has value? 801 00:40:47,736 --> 00:40:49,533 We deny you your prize. 802 00:40:49,572 --> 00:40:51,130 Fire. 803 00:40:57,546 --> 00:41:00,242 Destroy your own rather than suffer 804 00:41:00,282 --> 00:41:02,944 the ignominy of defeat and capture? 805 00:41:03,018 --> 00:41:06,454 I did not think the Federation had such iron. 806 00:41:06,488 --> 00:41:08,683 You had no claim on that vessel. 807 00:41:08,724 --> 00:41:10,316 It was ours to destroy. 808 00:41:10,359 --> 00:41:14,386 As you are ours to destroy. 809 00:41:14,430 --> 00:41:16,864 You can try. 810 00:41:16,899 --> 00:41:19,891 Enterprise targeted, Leader. 811 00:41:19,935 --> 00:41:24,565 Leader, there is another Federation ship closing. 812 00:41:24,607 --> 00:41:26,074 A starship. 813 00:41:26,108 --> 00:41:28,076 Maximum shields. 814 00:41:28,110 --> 00:41:31,079 We have been outmaneuvered. 815 00:41:31,113 --> 00:41:32,546 Retreat. 816 00:41:35,918 --> 00:41:39,251 Captain, our sensors show no Federation starship nearby. 817 00:41:39,288 --> 00:41:40,846 Of course not, Mr. Burke. 818 00:41:40,889 --> 00:41:42,948 That was Klingon guile. 819 00:41:42,992 --> 00:41:45,187 You made it, Number One. 820 00:41:45,227 --> 00:41:46,353 Smooth ride? 821 00:41:46,395 --> 00:41:48,693 Well, it certainly was different. 822 00:41:48,731 --> 00:41:50,995 We'll lock on and pick you up. 823 00:41:51,066 --> 00:41:52,863 With pleasure, Captain. 824 00:41:57,740 --> 00:42:02,734 Uh... I must admit, your Commander Riker 825 00:42:02,778 --> 00:42:07,044 acquitted himself quite admirably. 826 00:42:07,082 --> 00:42:09,380 And so, Captain 827 00:42:09,418 --> 00:42:10,885 have you. 828 00:42:10,919 --> 00:42:17,051 My report to Starfleet will be most favorable. 829 00:42:17,092 --> 00:42:18,559 Thank you. 830 00:42:18,594 --> 00:42:20,562 Hmm, hmm-hmm. 831 00:42:20,596 --> 00:42:22,894 Initiate recovery procedures. 832 00:42:22,931 --> 00:42:24,398 Continue repairs. 833 00:42:24,433 --> 00:42:27,925 Plot a course for the nearest Starbase. 834 00:42:31,140 --> 00:42:33,074 Captain's Log, supplemental. 835 00:42:33,108 --> 00:42:37,272 With the transporter repaired and my crew safely back aboard 836 00:42:37,312 --> 00:42:38,973 we have officially ended 837 00:42:39,048 --> 00:42:41,608 our first Starfleet battle simulation. 838 00:42:50,993 --> 00:42:51,960 Come on, come on. 839 00:42:51,994 --> 00:42:53,552 Don't lose it. Don't lose it. 840 00:42:53,595 --> 00:42:54,926 Come on. You've got him. 841 00:42:54,963 --> 00:42:57,329 Come on, Data. Come on, Data. 842 00:42:57,366 --> 00:42:59,459 Come on, Data. Come on. 843 00:43:26,061 --> 00:43:28,393 Why have you suspended the game? 844 00:43:28,430 --> 00:43:29,488 Because this 845 00:43:29,531 --> 00:43:31,055 is not a rematch. 846 00:43:31,100 --> 00:43:33,568 You have made a mockery of me. 847 00:43:36,638 --> 00:43:38,230 Data, you beat him. 848 00:43:38,273 --> 00:43:39,900 No, sir, it is a stalemate. 849 00:43:39,942 --> 00:43:42,342 No game of strategema has ever gone this high. 850 00:43:42,377 --> 00:43:43,503 What did you do? 851 00:43:43,545 --> 00:43:46,173 I simply altered my premise for playing the game. 852 00:43:46,215 --> 00:43:47,614 Explain. 853 00:43:47,649 --> 00:43:49,082 Working under the assumption 854 00:43:49,118 --> 00:43:50,813 that Kolrami was attempting to win 855 00:43:50,853 --> 00:43:52,184 it is reasonable to assume 856 00:43:52,221 --> 00:43:54,587 that he expected me to play for the same goal. 857 00:43:54,623 --> 00:43:55,988 You didn't. 858 00:43:56,024 --> 00:43:57,855 No, I was playing for a standoff. 859 00:43:57,893 --> 00:43:58,860 A draw. 860 00:43:58,894 --> 00:44:02,261 While Kolrami was dedicated to winning 861 00:44:02,297 --> 00:44:05,130 I was able to pass up obvious avenues of advancement 862 00:44:05,167 --> 00:44:06,759 and settle for a balance. 863 00:44:06,802 --> 00:44:09,498 Theoretically, I should be able to challenge him indefinitely. 864 00:44:09,538 --> 00:44:12,405 Then you have beaten him. 865 00:44:12,441 --> 00:44:15,035 It is a matter of perspective, Doctor. 866 00:44:15,077 --> 00:44:17,739 In the strictest sense, I did not win. 867 00:44:17,780 --> 00:44:20,374 - Data. - Data. 868 00:44:20,415 --> 00:44:22,406 I busted him up.