There are inspiring, epic quotes in Star Trek. Words that stir the soul, shining a light on paths to a brighter now and a better future. But, what about those bits of dialog that don’t have a stirring message, that you enjoy just because you enjoy them?

One of my favorites, from DSC season 3, Episode 1:

“I don’t know. But it was temperature-sensitive and really valuable, so it’s probably ice cream.”

Burnham is captured and being questioned at the Merchantile. After being spritzed with a dose of space truth serum, Burnham’s captors question her about stolen cargo. When asked by her captors what the cargo is, a very drugged up Burnham says the above with serious sincerity. I love the entirety of Burnham’s chattering and behavior while she is under the influence of the space truth serum. That particular line always makes me smile, though.

Do you have a favored, not particularly inspiring, you just like it, Star Trek quote?

    • AngryHumanoid@reddthat.com
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      1 year ago

      That episode is a treasure trove. “I’m not good in groups. It’s difficult to work in a group when you’re omnipotent.”

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      1 year ago

      But that was just Q’s ad hominem response to an even better exchange: Q: What must I do to convince you people (that he is mortal and without powers) Worf: die.

      Sorry I know you said “not epic” but most things Worf says are epic.

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        1 year ago

        Riker’s glance back at Worf when he says that is great. I would describe it as “surprised but thinks it’s a good point”.

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      1 year ago

      You are saying that is not an epic line? Gaaah!