Strange New Worlds are somewhat standalone. But, because the show technically is a prequel to the classic 1960s show, there are also moments where the series gives us origin stories of various aliens,

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Strange New Worlds switched ships to show us James T. Kirk’s first time in command of a starship. The episode is called “The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail,” and it creates a situation where not only does Commander Kirk become a Captain,