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36. If there is a topic from the book you would like to discuss which haven’t been mentioned yet, please post it here. Some potential topics include a favorite section, a memorable guest character or a favorite sequence.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:00 AM
36. If there is a topic from the book you would like to discuss which haven’t been mentioned yet, please post it here. Some potential topics include a favorite section, a memorable guest character or a favorite sequence.
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[Conclusion and Wrap Up]
35. The Prometheus novels were relatively unique in that they were initially written in German and then translated into English. How does this story compare with the Pocket Books/Simon & Schuster stories we have read?
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35. The Prometheus novels were relatively unique in that they were initially written in German and then translated into English. How does this story compare with the Pocket Books/Simon & Schuster stories we have read?
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December 7, 2025 at 11:30 PM
[Conclusion and Wrap Up]
35. The Prometheus novels were relatively unique in that they were initially written in German and then translated into English. How does this story compare with the Pocket Books/Simon & Schuster stories we have read?
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35. The Prometheus novels were relatively unique in that they were initially written in German and then translated into English. How does this story compare with the Pocket Books/Simon & Schuster stories we have read?
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34. Book #1 of this trilogy ended on this open and unsettling note (as the initial section of multi parts stories tend to do). What did you think of this ending? How well did this book set up the story?
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December 7, 2025 at 10:35 PM
34. Book #1 of this trilogy ended on this open and unsettling note (as the initial section of multi parts stories tend to do). What did you think of this ending? How well did this book set up the story?
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33. The Prometheus discovered evidence that the Purifying Flame has incorporated a secret weapon to help make their attacks – space folding technology. How could this development change the current conflict and balance of power in that sector of space?
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December 7, 2025 at 9:30 PM
33. The Prometheus discovered evidence that the Purifying Flame has incorporated a secret weapon to help make their attacks – space folding technology. How could this development change the current conflict and balance of power in that sector of space?
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32. The rescue mission climaxes onboard the Purifying Flame ship as the terrorists activate the self-destruct sequence and the away team, running out of time, hails for help from the Prometheus. What did you think of this sequence?
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December 7, 2025 at 8:30 PM
32. The rescue mission climaxes onboard the Purifying Flame ship as the terrorists activate the self-destruct sequence and the away team, running out of time, hails for help from the Prometheus. What did you think of this sequence?
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31. Yes, we see Prometheus’ multivector assault mode! How does this ability help give the Prometheus an advantage over their adversaries? Are there any downsides to the Prometheus when they use this mode?
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December 7, 2025 at 7:45 PM
31. Yes, we see Prometheus’ multivector assault mode! How does this ability help give the Prometheus an advantage over their adversaries? Are there any downsides to the Prometheus when they use this mode?
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30. A joint Starfleet/Klingon rescue team works to retrieve Kirk, Lenissa and Mokbar who were captured by the Purifying Flame terrorists. What did you think of this sequence?
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December 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
30. A joint Starfleet/Klingon rescue team works to retrieve Kirk, Lenissa and Mokbar who were captured by the Purifying Flame terrorists. What did you think of this sequence?
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29. Compare and contrast how the two captains, Adams and Kromm approached solving problems and what their natural tendencies were when confronted with a problem. How well did they work together during this mission?
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December 7, 2025 at 6:15 PM
29. Compare and contrast how the two captains, Adams and Kromm approached solving problems and what their natural tendencies were when confronted with a problem. How well did they work together during this mission?
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28. We meet the Ferengi Glomp who owes a favor to Thokal. What makes Ferengi good candidates to provide comic relief and be a “mirror” to show a different perspective from the Federation/Starfleet?
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December 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
28. We meet the Ferengi Glomp who owes a favor to Thokal. What makes Ferengi good candidates to provide comic relief and be a “mirror” to show a different perspective from the Federation/Starfleet?
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27. Jassat realized some of his friends could be part of the Purifying Flame terrorist group. How did he handle this potential revelation?
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December 7, 2025 at 4:45 PM
27. Jassat realized some of his friends could be part of the Purifying Flame terrorist group. How did he handle this potential revelation?
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26. Several developments were unfolding - 1) Thokal, Spock’s Romulan contact, discovered Romulan attack fighters & supplies were missing and 2) Science Officer Mendon discovered the Romulan Scorpion attack ships were copies. What do these revelations signify?
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December 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
26. Several developments were unfolding - 1) Thokal, Spock’s Romulan contact, discovered Romulan attack fighters & supplies were missing and 2) Science Officer Mendon discovered the Romulan Scorpion attack ships were copies. What do these revelations signify?
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25. Following the attack on Starbase 91, there was another attack by the Purifying Flame, this time on a base orbiting Cestus III. We get the perspective of one of the attackers, Mossam ak Foral. How did this bring the action closer to us, the readers?
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December 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM
25. Following the attack on Starbase 91, there was another attack by the Purifying Flame, this time on a base orbiting Cestus III. We get the perspective of one of the attackers, Mossam ak Foral. How did this bring the action closer to us, the readers?
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That sounds familiar. I think it's from the Federation Council scenes in "The Voyage Home". It may be the Admiral on the right.
December 7, 2025 at 2:51 PM
That sounds familiar. I think it's from the Federation Council scenes in "The Voyage Home". It may be the Admiral on the right.
24. Spock recounted the events of TOS’ “Balance of Terror” to Jassat. What life lessons was Spock trying to impart to Jassat? Do you think he received it?
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December 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM
24. Spock recounted the events of TOS’ “Balance of Terror” to Jassat. What life lessons was Spock trying to impart to Jassat? Do you think he received it?
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23. Why did a handful of Prometheus’ crew members treat Jassat ak Namu in a non-professional manner? How well did Jassat handle this situation along with the general uneasiness he felt upon his return to the Prometheus?
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December 7, 2025 at 1:45 PM
23. Why did a handful of Prometheus’ crew members treat Jassat ak Namu in a non-professional manner? How well did Jassat handle this situation along with the general uneasiness he felt upon his return to the Prometheus?
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22. Did Kromm have a valid point when he accused the Federation of being too passive & not taking action when handling the various crises?
He also thought of Spock’s dream of reunification of the Vulcan and Romulans. What did reunification mean for Spock?
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He also thought of Spock’s dream of reunification of the Vulcan and Romulans. What did reunification mean for Spock?
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December 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM
22. Did Kromm have a valid point when he accused the Federation of being too passive & not taking action when handling the various crises?
He also thought of Spock’s dream of reunification of the Vulcan and Romulans. What did reunification mean for Spock?
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He also thought of Spock’s dream of reunification of the Vulcan and Romulans. What did reunification mean for Spock?
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21. Given the dangers of space exploration, what is it about being in space that has encouraged some (e.g. astronauts) to go out into space despite the danger/risk? Do you agree with Adams’ conclusion about Karen?
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December 7, 2025 at 5:10 AM
21. Given the dangers of space exploration, what is it about being in space that has encouraged some (e.g. astronauts) to go out into space despite the danger/risk? Do you agree with Adams’ conclusion about Karen?
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20. ak Genos, the Renao ambassador took some digs at the Federation’s desire to expand. What could the Federation have done differently if they wanted more supporters and allies?
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December 7, 2025 at 5:05 AM
20. ak Genos, the Renao ambassador took some digs at the Federation’s desire to expand. What could the Federation have done differently if they wanted more supporters and allies?
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[Intermission]
19a. This book introduced a new captain and Starfleet crew. Who were some of your favorite Prometheus crew members characters from this novel?
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19a. This book introduced a new captain and Starfleet crew. Who were some of your favorite Prometheus crew members characters from this novel?
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December 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
[Intermission]
19a. This book introduced a new captain and Starfleet crew. Who were some of your favorite Prometheus crew members characters from this novel?
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19a. This book introduced a new captain and Starfleet crew. Who were some of your favorite Prometheus crew members characters from this novel?
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18. In addition to Alexander, we meet another Trek legacy character, Mr. Spock. What has Spock meant to the Star Trek franchise, from Nimoy’s original version to Quinto’s Kelvin version to Peck’s younger version? What are some of your favorite Spock moments?
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December 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
18. In addition to Alexander, we meet another Trek legacy character, Mr. Spock. What has Spock meant to the Star Trek franchise, from Nimoy’s original version to Quinto’s Kelvin version to Peck’s younger version? What are some of your favorite Spock moments?
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17. The IKS Bortas, led by Captain Kromm, was not a well respected ship with the Klingon military. How did its reputation and how Kromm was seen by Martok and the rest of the Klingon High Command influence Kromm’s decisions and actions on his mission?
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December 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
17. The IKS Bortas, led by Captain Kromm, was not a well respected ship with the Klingon military. How did its reputation and how Kromm was seen by Martok and the rest of the Klingon High Command influence Kromm’s decisions and actions on his mission?
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Yes, I think Admiral Akaar has been a popular character in the Trek books (that's him right above Tuvok). He has been a proxy for the Starfleet Command admiralty (similar to Admiral Vance on Discovery)
December 6, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Yes, I think Admiral Akaar has been a popular character in the Trek books (that's him right above Tuvok). He has been a proxy for the Starfleet Command admiralty (similar to Admiral Vance on Discovery)
16. We also get to learn more about Jassat ak Namur, who has an “outsider” role in this story that has been common in other Trek shows (e.g. Spock, Data, Odo, Saru). How does this “outsider” role provide a reflection to other characters and Earth societal norms?
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December 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
16. We also get to learn more about Jassat ak Namur, who has an “outsider” role in this story that has been common in other Trek shows (e.g. Spock, Data, Odo, Saru). How does this “outsider” role provide a reflection to other characters and Earth societal norms?
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15. We get to know a bit more about Security Chief Lt. Cmdr. Lenissa zh’Thiin. How did she handle the balancing between wanting to explore space and an expectation from others that she would/should return to Andor?
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December 6, 2025 at 7:15 PM
15. We get to know a bit more about Security Chief Lt. Cmdr. Lenissa zh’Thiin. How did she handle the balancing between wanting to explore space and an expectation from others that she would/should return to Andor?
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Yes, it is. We may or may not have an illustrated Trek cover appreciation question during the "Demons" discussion weekend. 😉
December 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Yes, it is. We may or may not have an illustrated Trek cover appreciation question during the "Demons" discussion weekend. 😉