“You are holding our captain. I want him released.” “Darmok at Tanagra.” “Your action could be interpreted as an act of war.” “Kiteo. His eyes closed. Chenza at court. The court of silence. Chenza! ” “Is there any way to get through to them?” “Not without further study.” Darmok, Stardate: 45047.2, Original Airdate: 30 Sep, 1991. I once told someone online that was my favorite episode. He said it was ridiculous. No race of aliens could communicate by metaphor alone. IT'S CALLED POETIC LICENSE YOU IDIOT. You also could never de-evolve in a couple of hours. Your body is was already formed, you're an adult now. And I doubt a ship could solve such complex problems, many that seem hopeless, in 50 minutes. Maybe an hour though, I don't know. Sheez!
