Emissary

Deep Space Nine is a completely different Star Trek. Our non-human character still feels feelings, but just Isn't Like Us, a native of those planets with those stupid people and their idiotic ways is a part of the crew, our commanding officer is neither a paragon nor a captain. It is the boldest Star Trek idea after "Star Trek." Anyway, "Emissary" is a episode which sets up our challenges, our foils, and our heroes very well and gives us everything we need going forward. Gul Dukat is a great villain, the runabouts are indispensable, and the ability of Star Trek to repurpose elements like Chief O'Brien and the Bajorans is established beyond some TOS cameos. Nine Deeps of Space is a Star Trek: Deep Space Nine watchalong podcast. New episodes go up Wednesday evenings at 10 PM CST. Episodes are hosted on Anchor, but are available on most podcast platforms.