Series · 4 Logs

The First Duty: Lessons in Growth

Prelude

Log 009: False Summit

Starfleet Academy was the "Hope" that would forge children into adults, now it accommodates tantrums.

When diplomacy serves the "youth" instead of society, the Federation isn't rebuilding, it’s regressing.

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The Doctor, in a white Starfleet uniform, holds his arm across Caleb Mir's chest, feigning an attempt to restrain him, among a row of seated cadets.

Part 1

Starfleet Academy depicts "relatable" tantrums. Wesley's immaturity was lack of experience and judgment.

Adults now accommodate children, instead of requiring children to "grow".

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Wesley Crusher and the Nova Squadron cadets seated at the inquiry table in "The First Duty".

Part 2

"The first duty of every Starfleet officer is to the truth...!" - Picard

Ake sacrifices historical truth to soothe personal guilt. First Duty is the start of an institution of excellence.

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Picard and Wesley walking through the Starfleet Academy grounds in "The First Duty".

Part 3

Starfleet Academy a paragon of "relatable" mess. Cadets aren't expected to see the gravity of their failure.

Wesley’s growth was the soul-crushing weight of a permanent consequence.

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Wesley stands to give testimony while the rest of Nova Squadron sits at the inquiry table in "The First Duty".