Star Trek is a series that has felt like it’s stuck for years. Most of them were set in prequels or other universes, and with the exception of Picard, they were at best retread in their own right. That’s not the case with Star Trek: The Last Starship (outside September 24th). This is a new series of hundreds of years of known Star Trek history, featuring a miscellaneous crew and a federation that we have a very different one from before. It’s an exciting turn that many Star Trek fans want to see in movies and TV shows. Leave it to IDW and run by longtime Star Trek writers Colin Kelly and Jackson to offer something new.
So, what is the premise? Well, that’s in the title. There is only one federal ship left. The Federation brought peace to the galaxy for 700 years, but an event known as burns exploded throughout the universe, causing warpcores to explode. Armed with the ideal of peace, the ship’s captain continues, hoping to be able to reclaim the Federation, but how can it be done in a universe where war brings a much more solution than peace?
Ah, Captain Kirk is back to life!
The first issue of September 24th does an amazing job establishing a variety of crew and ideological situations. There is a customary speech from the writing team, and you will experience established lore and world building, depending on every word. Frankly, Star Trek hasn’t felt this life and anything new for a long time.
The elements that really pick up the plot include Borg joining USS Omega, how Kirk returns, and the Klingon being an intriguing villain. There’s a good mix of old and new for everyone to throw in the fact that Ghosn is the enemy at first.
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The art of Adrian Bonilla and the colours of Heather Moore add a gritty, raw raw that fits this dark future. Instead of shiny glamour, the world feels a little worn and lonely. In scenes with a lot of dialogue, you’ll be able to use the shadows to attract you, but there’s a good combination of spaceships and adoring visuals, making sure this isn’t a sultry visual event. Kirk’s Return is a real shortpper. Mixing with art is the data/design pages, which makes it an immersive experience.
Speaking of Kirk, I could see many people who have a bad taste in their mouths regarding his return. Frankly, the way he comes back feels safe enough not to ruin his legacy. In fact, Star Trek hasn’t taken a big opportunity for a while, so I’m sitting on this ride.
Reading the second question, I have to say that the story is really open in that issue. Star Trek fans, newcomers, old, lapsed, you need to read this series. There is a much more dangerous conflict, the attractive look of the new crew, and more Kirk. I won’t say more to avoid spoilers, but I know that the second issue is certainly a solid 9.5/10.
Star Trek: The Last Spaceship #1 is a thrilling reinvention that has long been craving bold stories’ leaps and bounds, blending familiar faces with bold new stakes in the world where peace feels almost impossible. For those who want Star Trek to boldly go somewhere really new, it’s an essential reading.
Star Trek: The Last Spaceship #1 is a thrilling reinvention that requires a chance
Star Trek: The Last Spaceship #1
Star Trek: The Last Spaceship #1 is a thrilling reinvention that has long been craving bold stories’ leaps and bounds, blending familiar faces with bold new stakes in the world where peace feels almost impossible. For those who want Star Trek to boldly go somewhere really new, it’s an essential reading.
Beyond familiar stories centuries ahead in the bold and fresh direction of the Star Trek universe
Strong world building and lore with persuasive ideological interests for Captain Sato
A mix of classic elements (Kirk, Borg, Klingon, Ghosn) with exciting new twists
Gorgeous and moody art by Adrian Bonilla and Heather Moore is perfectly suited to a dark future
Kirk’s return is a highlight, but you may feel that it’s too convenient or split among fans
