Thanks for returning, Redshirt readers, for another review of Stargazers: A Star Trek Story. When we last left the gang in episode 17, Syrrik continued to fear his stern father, Jato, while trying to help Leon, Churi, and Kenga move ahead with the station's talent show plans.
Jato is unaware that his son is spending his free time on the talent show, which is building definite tension. Now, let's move ahead to episode 18, which is something of an interlude, especially for Leon and Syrrik, but there's also plenty of humor in this episode.
With that in mind, let's examine how writer Jarrett Melendez and Kisai Entertainment's team of artists combine storytelling, character development, and unique artwork to highlight DS9's latest romance.
1. Unhurried storytelling sets the pace
Proper pacing is crucial to the success of any Star Trek episode, and I believe Melendez has the knack for matching the pacing of Deep Space Nine, which he's clearly a fan of. He doesn't rush the characters or make their personalities different each week, which makes them feel authentic.
For instance, Syrrik's domineering father, Jato, hasn't changed one iota and continues to terrify his son, and he has the young man cowering out of sight if he so much as hears Jato's footsteps in episode 18. Of course, any story needs conflict and tension, and Jato brings it for everyone.
From Syrrik to his team members, Jato has everyone shaking in their boots. His remark of, "PAH! The incompetence . . . " when a trembling employee admits a shipping manifest report is late tells us all we need to know. Jato thinks he's better than everyone else aboard Deep Space 9, and he's not afraid to say so.
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