Crew List
Tier 1
First Officer Burnham
The former Undisputed Champion of Timelines took a lot of body blows in 2019. Her early game arena damage was replaced by better, faster, stronger from all angles (Event, Packs, Mega) and CMD/SCI went from underrated to overrepresented. Late-year mega crew Timelord Tenavik does a fair impersonation of her on shuttles and voyages to boot.
But we're far from the panic button and what she offers, though less difficult to find these days, is still unquestionably elite. Her base and voyage power as well as a sterling event clip still demand you smash that Select button on the behold screen. If you cite your weakest areas, Burnham may not top that particular list, but she tops enough different lists to earn your honor and behold capital before too long.
But we're far from the panic button and what she offers, though less difficult to find these days, is still unquestionably elite. Her base and voyage power as well as a sterling event clip still demand you smash that Select button on the behold screen. If you cite your weakest areas, Burnham may not top that particular list, but she tops enough different lists to earn your honor and behold capital before too long.
Gary Seven
DB pulled off a real (un)balancing act with Gary to give him a great base, monstrous voyage numbers (with a useful skill set), and the #2 overall proficiency total including the top SCI/SEC gauntlet pair. If he beams onto your ship, drop what you're doing and spend your next 200k honor to fuse him.
Indulgent Seven
2
Perverting science and technology never felt so right. Fusion, hybrid, abomination - whatever you want to call these experiments by DB, this one, at least, doesn't disappoint. There are several talking points here, but let's start with Seven's pristine skill order which she only shares with the less powerful Torpedo McCoy. In combination with a strong stat total (and voyage MED), she's among the most impactful voyagers in the game whose value above replacement blows past CMD/SEC also-rans with similar overall numbers.
Equally as mouth-watering is event eligibility to rival the fabled Zhian'tara Odo. Triggering bonuses for Doc, Seven, and Borg events, the trait and variant mish mash has given her a minimum of four events in each of the last three years. Without getting too TV spoilery, I'd bet my Big Book licence that those numbers will continue (or improve!) in the future. Coupled with easily the best MED of the bunch and usable SCI, she's guaranteed to add big, fat success numbers to Faction shuttles that will fail at 99% anyways.
We'll take the downsides (gauntlet, arena) in stride, as her power/usefulness combo in other areas is simply outstanding. If you can find a Mobile Doc between the couch cushions, upgrade him to this version and flip on the telly to watch Patrick Stewart and company Fridays on UPN!
Equally as mouth-watering is event eligibility to rival the fabled Zhian'tara Odo. Triggering bonuses for Doc, Seven, and Borg events, the trait and variant mish mash has given her a minimum of four events in each of the last three years. Without getting too TV spoilery, I'd bet my Big Book licence that those numbers will continue (or improve!) in the future. Coupled with easily the best MED of the bunch and usable SCI, she's guaranteed to add big, fat success numbers to Faction shuttles that will fail at 99% anyways.
We'll take the downsides (gauntlet, arena) in stride, as her power/usefulness combo in other areas is simply outstanding. If you can find a Mobile Doc between the couch cushions, upgrade him to this version and flip on the telly to watch Patrick Stewart and company Fridays on UPN!
Locutus of Borg
3
It's absolutely incredible that this two year old card is still as effective as he is. Let's start at the collections tab, where he's nearly peerless. An early 2019 server push pushed Locutus into rarefied air as one of three crew to appear in three stat-boosting collections, including the exclusive percent-per-crew Gauntlet group. The raw voyage numbers are still strong, and while a DIP/SEC set may not seem impressive, he joins the Xindi Bug as the only crew with his skill set in the top 50 voyagers.
His wheelhouse remains the gauntlet where only he and The Caretaker own two #1 ranked skill pairings (four overall). A massive DIP proficiency is the best single roll in the game and often boosted by a half dozen frequently seen crit traits. His unique arena ability (1 second attack) can allow some skirmish shenanigans with fast-activating damage crew and shave a lot of time off your weekends.
The elephant in the room is clearly a set of poor bases. Though not at Gowron levels of disgusting, they're bad enough to be mistaken for a super rare, even at 5/5. His opportunities are fairly frequent thanks to Picard and Borg weekends (#2 Borg DIP) which are due for an uptick in 2020, but he'll perform noticeably behind the top ranked crew and has more variant competition than any other character. Thanks to his uniqueness in several areas including collections and the arena, he's arguably the most well-rounded crew in the game.
His wheelhouse remains the gauntlet where only he and The Caretaker own two #1 ranked skill pairings (four overall). A massive DIP proficiency is the best single roll in the game and often boosted by a half dozen frequently seen crit traits. His unique arena ability (1 second attack) can allow some skirmish shenanigans with fast-activating damage crew and shave a lot of time off your weekends.
The elephant in the room is clearly a set of poor bases. Though not at Gowron levels of disgusting, they're bad enough to be mistaken for a super rare, even at 5/5. His opportunities are fairly frequent thanks to Picard and Borg weekends (#2 Borg DIP) which are due for an uptick in 2020, but he'll perform noticeably behind the top ranked crew and has more variant competition than any other character. Thanks to his uniqueness in several areas including collections and the arena, he's arguably the most well-rounded crew in the game.
Warship EMA
1
Trekkies who adore good ol' Doc now have a proper vessel to channel their love into. The ignorant Kyrians unwittingly gave us a couple more event chances to play with thanks to Android and several other villainous traits. The EMA promises to make good use of them with not only a fat MED base, but a SECondary that's 622 points better than the next Doc option.
As potent as that all sounds, his voyage work is even better and may rival ENG/MED as the combo that nobody talks about. There are only a handful of MED/CMD or MED/SEC voyagers and EMA is the only one to cover both (Troi is SEC/CMD, don't @ me). He's not just one of two legendaries with his skill set, he's also top five for voyage MED, MED/SEC, MED/CMD and is guaranteed a voyage seat for a long, long time until at least two handfuls of crew are added above his power level. If you were happy with Katrina Cornwell, you'll fall in love with Doctor Evil.
As potent as that all sounds, his voyage work is even better and may rival ENG/MED as the combo that nobody talks about. There are only a handful of MED/CMD or MED/SEC voyagers and EMA is the only one to cover both (Troi is SEC/CMD, don't @ me). He's not just one of two legendaries with his skill set, he's also top five for voyage MED, MED/SEC, MED/CMD and is guaranteed a voyage seat for a long, long time until at least two handfuls of crew are added above his power level. If you were happy with Katrina Cornwell, you'll fall in love with Doctor Evil.
Assimilated Troi
2
One of Troi's therapeutic traits caught a bonus to close out 2019, but it's her more assimilate-y buzzwords that have our interest piqued. Borg may (or may not) be in line for more weekend work via ST:Picard and the perennial baddies are due to pop up sooner or later regardless of TV futures. Paired with healthy Troi event work, this card's one weakness, bases, can still find work for many rosters.
Elsewhere, Troi is dynamite. Voyage work among the elite thanks to a beautiful marriage of skill set + power, double collections, and even 65% gauntlet crit capability available at one star for younger rosters. A grab bag of value worthy of behold capital.
Elsewhere, Troi is dynamite. Voyage work among the elite thanks to a beautiful marriage of skill set + power, double collections, and even 65% gauntlet crit capability available at one star for younger rosters. A grab bag of value worthy of behold capital.
Captive Bashir
2
Captive's respectable event clip is propped up by a couple previous mega events, but there's a little wiggle room for more trait action. And the Bashir character has been prone to event droughts, to boot. All this is to say that his Faction usability may stop and start, but he sports plus event potential overall, particularly if you routinely pass on any of his handful of mediocre legendary variants.
Of more interest are double collections and fantastic voyage potential. MED/SEC is an uncommon stack and a good power/trait combo as well as the best voyage MED this side of Mirror Phlox suppliment the skills well to give him better staying power than almost any other super rare voyager. The occasional 45% gauntlet presents minor one-star opportunities, but Bashir is more event (and voyage) focused than his MED gauntlet counterparts.
Of more interest are double collections and fantastic voyage potential. MED/SEC is an uncommon stack and a good power/trait combo as well as the best voyage MED this side of Mirror Phlox suppliment the skills well to give him better staying power than almost any other super rare voyager. The occasional 45% gauntlet presents minor one-star opportunities, but Bashir is more event (and voyage) focused than his MED gauntlet counterparts.
Fugitive Spock
1
A prior campaign freebie, Fugitive Spock shouldn't be underestimated. Leading the field for event bonuses by a huge margin and doing so with a fat SCIence base means he's probably bleeding you dry of merits if you've dared to freeze him. Which shouldn't be until the late game as his SCI/SEC skill pair is hurting for legendary representation on voyages, both in number and in power. He may not boast any unique or must-have offering, but is among the most stout base/voyage/event triads in the game at any rarity.
Mintakan Troi
1
Ever wonder what she's carrying in her basket? The answer is all her freaking traits. Thirteen (!!!) to help trigger voyage and event bonuses when you least expect them. She's well into double-digit events and sports a top shelf DIP base to go with it. Impressive voyage numbers overall and for her primary are accompanied by a flattering-for-DIP skill set and should provide additional use between event bonuses. 2020's collection size re-work pushes Troi's spot in the Vulcan collection back into the limelight as just one more reason to select her in your behold.
Mirror Jadzia Dax
Dax + Mirror events, #1 base SEC, #1 variant SEC, #2 voyage SEC, big voyage total. The hits just keep on comin'. Mirror Dax is the ultimate "use" crew. No legendary shares her order of skills, so it's hard to find a direct comparison, but she performs like a 3/5 crew. If you're looking for 'dupe' candidates to flesh out your requisition shuttles, this Dax sets the bar.
Mirror Phlox
1
Phlox is a mirror MED monster. Great at 1/4 for gauntlet and 4/4 for voyages and shuttles. His voyage MED lead over the pack has been shaved away at, but still years later no one can come close. Combined with a rare MED/SEC stack, he earns voyage seating past 8-9 hours. Three ranked gauntlet pairs among all crew including the #1 MED/SEC roll make him perhaps the best super rare crew available in that area.
A whopping SIX different traits have previously snagged event bonuses and he's been featured event crew twice. He's even one of the very few instant damage arena crew to fit the MED slot. Undeniably great in every facet of the game and my choice for best Super Rare.
A whopping SIX different traits have previously snagged event bonuses and he's been featured event crew twice. He's even one of the very few instant damage arena crew to fit the MED slot. Undeniably great in every facet of the game and my choice for best Super Rare.
Tier 2
Boothby Replicant
A little MED can go a long way. In Boothby's case, it gives him a totally unique skill order and a matchup advantage in gauntlet encounters. If you've missed out on the ubiquitous Surak or Locutus, Boothby does a fair imitation. In Soviet Quadrant, re-creation blows YOU to high heavens. His three ranked pairs include a #2 SCI/DIP which edges out Surak by a small margin and can easily two-for-one gauntlet exclusive Armus - the blob who also toppled Surak from the SCI/CMD catbird seat.
In short, Boothby's skill set makes him a great choice to break up SCI-centric walls in the gauntlet and, in combination with a huge stat total, makes him one of the best voyagers in the game. There are definite holes to Boothby's game - a lack of event work and unexciting arena prospects - and relative to the strength of newer cards, his bases are merely ok. But your gauntlet roster and especially voyage runs will no doubt benefit from this great daily use crew.
In short, Boothby's skill set makes him a great choice to break up SCI-centric walls in the gauntlet and, in combination with a huge stat total, makes him one of the best voyagers in the game. There are definite holes to Boothby's game - a lack of event work and unexciting arena prospects - and relative to the strength of newer cards, his bases are merely ok. But your gauntlet roster and especially voyage runs will no doubt benefit from this great daily use crew.
Captain Braxton
Of course his numbers are great, he's from the future! Braxton owns the #1 overall voyager and voyage CMD spots (makes sense, it's not like his crew mutinied and threw him in jail). As of this writing, his lead over voyager #25 is the same gap between #25 and #160. If you're a stats queen, as the kids say, then Braxton's the one you want. His voyage work will hog the attention and rightfully so, but he's not too shabby elsewhere either. In the gauntlet, his lone ranked pair comes in ranked #1 for ENG/CMD. Be warned, that skill combo is sprinkled with super rare crew and its scoring potential is lower in general, but #1 is #1. He can rotate into your team with two good-not-great single rolls for CMD or ENG gauntlets.
There was enough meat on the bone after factoring out Braxton's rather robust proficiency numbers to leave him with a worthwhile CMD base. With such poor event chances, you may want one of the many Discovery or Main Cast characters if you're looking to add a CMD base in particular, but as just another attribute for a sterling crew it's a nice addition and should provide handy support for daily shuttles.
There was enough meat on the bone after factoring out Braxton's rather robust proficiency numbers to leave him with a worthwhile CMD base. With such poor event chances, you may want one of the many Discovery or Main Cast characters if you're looking to add a CMD base in particular, but as just another attribute for a sterling crew it's a nice addition and should provide handy support for daily shuttles.
Dr. Pollard
2
A late bloomer, Pollard only stands out more over time as other skill sets explode in their number of options while strong medics remain as rare as latinum. The good doctor was 2019's sole addition to the ranks of MED/CMD crew and we thank Qod that she's a good one.
Voyages are the main course here. Fret not a slipping voyage total - as the only game in town, her value over replacement options is monstrous and even if you collect the only other MED/CMD crew available from beholds, a duplicate 5/5 Pollard would still be auto-include for MED/CMD voyages on any roster. Exclusivity plus a powerful MED primary will have her standing out from the crowd, if her bleached white uniform doesn't do the trick.
We pump the brakes a bit when it comes to shuttles. She sits atop an absurdly thin slate of 'MED and CMD' seating options and has collected fistfuls of event bonuses from the Discovery trait, but the downsides are big - 'MED and CMD' seats are rare and the Discovery event bubble, as always, could burst at any time leaving Pollard with some ugly trait options in its wake. There's a (good?) chance that Pollard won't blow the roof off shuttles the way she has in the past, but everyone should try to collect options for a diverse and deep shuttle roster and Pollard is #1A for her skill pair and can pick up work even without bonuses.
Voyages are the main course here. Fret not a slipping voyage total - as the only game in town, her value over replacement options is monstrous and even if you collect the only other MED/CMD crew available from beholds, a duplicate 5/5 Pollard would still be auto-include for MED/CMD voyages on any roster. Exclusivity plus a powerful MED primary will have her standing out from the crowd, if her bleached white uniform doesn't do the trick.
We pump the brakes a bit when it comes to shuttles. She sits atop an absurdly thin slate of 'MED and CMD' seating options and has collected fistfuls of event bonuses from the Discovery trait, but the downsides are big - 'MED and CMD' seats are rare and the Discovery event bubble, as always, could burst at any time leaving Pollard with some ugly trait options in its wake. There's a (good?) chance that Pollard won't blow the roof off shuttles the way she has in the past, but everyone should try to collect options for a diverse and deep shuttle roster and Pollard is #1A for her skill pair and can pick up work even without bonuses.
High Roller Sisko
The skill set won’t look great on the behold screen, but like his tux, Sisko is one of the very best to wear it. The top SEC base with regular event work would be good enough for most cards, but he throws in suitable voyage power to go with it. Even if your Roller might have lost a bit of shuttle advantage from his previous inclusion as a campaign crew, SEC has more Faction event seats than any other skill and you’ll have no trouble plugging him in there, almost without exception. Trepidation about Roller’s common skill set is understandable, but he’s a legitimate citation target as one of the more powerful crew in the game.
Humbled Archer
Card art showing Scott Bakula's frontula (someone fan me) is not even the most impressive part of this crew. Let's start with that great base DIP rank. Keep in mind that it's still miles behind #1 Sato, but he'll pip any other option and though his event chances are merely average, DIP is a common enough Faction seat for him to pick up non-bonus work from time to time and have his own private chair for daily shuttles.
On voyages, he's a fantastic counterpart to former megas Cornwell/Bashir and even maintains a strong MED/CMD rank despite being DIP primary. In the gauntlet, though far from dominant, he owns a top three ranked pair and may make your starting five should the traits align in his favor. Hitting on several areas with good numbers, Archer is an elite daily use crew who we can only hope has a sharp uptick in events.
On voyages, he's a fantastic counterpart to former megas Cornwell/Bashir and even maintains a strong MED/CMD rank despite being DIP primary. In the gauntlet, though far from dominant, he owns a top three ranked pair and may make your starting five should the traits align in his favor. Hitting on several areas with good numbers, Archer is an elite daily use crew who we can only hope has a sharp uptick in events.
Interfaced La Forge
1
Whether you need a coaxial cable or a fiber optic, Electrician La Forge has something for everyone. La Forge's run as the premier DIP/eng voyager (has) lasted for a year and a half now and even though several options have sprung up around him, it is a hugely pleasant surprise that there are so many different skill sets among the top options. Well done, DB. That's how you balance power creep and create several attractive options. For La Forge, that means that he retains elite status amidst additions to his wheelhouse and is a fine piece to the puzzle even if you have former mega Etana Jol or recent campaign Queen Po immortalized.
La Forge's event history is a bit murky, with a big chunk of his bonuses having come in Expedition and Skirmish endeavours. We'll still gladly snatch up his great base/event count pairing, but he may not have as many chances for a big bonus impact as other Faction heroes. Regardless, a strong, commonly utilized primary will help boost daily shuttles nicely. Geordi's proficiency numbers aren't necessarily eye catching and would be forgettable if he were CMD/SEC, but they come together to form the #2 DIP/ENG gauntlet pair if you want to smack The Caretaker around, rather than bleed merits. There are certainly wrinkles to La Forge's value, but elite raw numbers will help him power through and benefit your roster.
La Forge's event history is a bit murky, with a big chunk of his bonuses having come in Expedition and Skirmish endeavours. We'll still gladly snatch up his great base/event count pairing, but he may not have as many chances for a big bonus impact as other Faction heroes. Regardless, a strong, commonly utilized primary will help boost daily shuttles nicely. Geordi's proficiency numbers aren't necessarily eye catching and would be forgettable if he were CMD/SEC, but they come together to form the #2 DIP/ENG gauntlet pair if you want to smack The Caretaker around, rather than bleed merits. There are certainly wrinkles to La Forge's value, but elite raw numbers will help him power through and benefit your roster.
Ishan Chaye Sisko
Not Avery Brook’s most memorable outing, however this is a card worth travelling through a changeling-induced fever dream to get. Being among the ENG elite on voyages is a big move for an obscure character but, ambiguity aside, his numbers do show his versatility. The top dog for ENG/DIP voyages perfectly complements familiar names with DIP primaries like Bridge Officer No.1, Interfaced La Forge, and Stranded Quark.
Ample bases give him top billing for DIP and ENG seats during Sisko events while an assortment of traits all but guarantee him a few extra whacks at the Faction piñata. Six second arena evasion is the royal icing on top of a crew who will churn out work on your roster for years to come.
Ample bases give him top billing for DIP and ENG seats during Sisko events while an assortment of traits all but guarantee him a few extra whacks at the Faction piñata. Six second arena evasion is the royal icing on top of a crew who will churn out work on your roster for years to come.
Juliana Tainer
What you see is what you get with Tainer. No waiting around for an event to give her relevance every six months or a 1/25th share in a collection. She's simply a great crew in every phase of daily use and a name who will come up all the time. This wouldn't be the Big (long ass) Book if we didn't mention that she has qualified for three events previously and her bases among Android crew would be exceptional for events, but that's more of a pipe dream, even considering everybody's fondness for Data.
Following the trail of stat breadcrumbs; Shuttles - strong. Better than everybody's Surak or da Vinci. Voyages - Elite. SCI/MED isn't brimming with options even after a couple high profile 2019 additions and Tainer's voyage rank has barely budged since her inception. In the land of coin flips, Tainer leverages two top 20 rolls and a top 20 proficiency total into two ranked gauntlet pairs. It's a shame she can't claim a huge single roll or better trait combinations, but is overall more than serviceable and a fine rotational piece to help complete her as a top shelf daily use option.
Following the trail of stat breadcrumbs; Shuttles - strong. Better than everybody's Surak or da Vinci. Voyages - Elite. SCI/MED isn't brimming with options even after a couple high profile 2019 additions and Tainer's voyage rank has barely budged since her inception. In the land of coin flips, Tainer leverages two top 20 rolls and a top 20 proficiency total into two ranked gauntlet pairs. It's a shame she can't claim a huge single roll or better trait combinations, but is overall more than serviceable and a fine rotational piece to help complete her as a top shelf daily use option.
Laborer Kirk
1
Slash fiction writers be praised, it's the handsome Kirk I've...I mean...you've been waiting for! Another exceptional Kirk enters the fray, this time setting his sights on the Engineering sections and proving that a good captain should be masters of all domains. His CMD/ENG scores high enough in both shuttle and voyage metrics to be on an almost even keel with the best that the skill combo has to offer.
His event count, like his Shatner-esque colleagues, is in excellent standing, though we're still waiting on DB to offer a few more ENG seats for his character. If you've been mulling starring up another ENG crew to bolster voyages or shuttles, Kirk's event pedigree guarantees Laborer to be a great investment.
His event count, like his Shatner-esque colleagues, is in excellent standing, though we're still waiting on DB to offer a few more ENG seats for his character. If you've been mulling starring up another ENG crew to bolster voyages or shuttles, Kirk's event pedigree guarantees Laborer to be a great investment.
Mambo Picard
A slightly goofy, endearing, dancing Jean-Luc was certainly feeling his oats after a trip to the Ba'ku planet and it shows in this card. One of the rare times a crew moves upward in the Big Book, Mambo's dual 1k bases are in line for an uptick in weekend usefulness with ST:Picard debuting in 2020. Between regular event work and strong gauntlet credentials including big DIP and DIP/CMD rolls, Mambo will perform in several corners of your gameplay.
His voyage scorehas held up well, but Mambo's number one, two, three-four-five in the DIP/SCI ranks which is curiously quite common at the top of the charts. That's not to say he's superfluous, in fact if anything his utility over cards like Xindi Insectoid or Sarah Sisko make him the more useful piece most of the time. If he's hanging around your roster (or inbox) at 1/5, consider feeding him some honor if he offers what you need.
His voyage scorehas held up well, but Mambo's number one, two, three-four-five in the DIP/SCI ranks which is curiously quite common at the top of the charts. That's not to say he's superfluous, in fact if anything his utility over cards like Xindi Insectoid or Sarah Sisko make him the more useful piece most of the time. If he's hanging around your roster (or inbox) at 1/5, consider feeding him some honor if he offers what you need.
Medic Jett Reno
2
There's a general rule of thumb when it comes to the truly elite crew, and while it's a slightly unscientific method, it still stands the test of time. When it comes to crew, can you look at them, and see tier 1, without having to think about it too hard? If you have to think about it, they're not tier 1. When it comes to Medic Reno, I did have to think about it, but it was a harder gut decision than most.
Beating out Caretaker, the legendary Cheesecake Seven and the old faithful Leonardo da Vinci to become the new top dog MED/ENG voyager, Reno manages to out-do them all, backwards and with heels on, Ginger Rogers-style, thanks to the ultra rare MED primary, ENG secondary pairing. A pretty substantial upgrade on an oversized rabbit and a drug addled Sam Beckett, wouldn't you agree?
She also comes bundled with a number of side benefits that make for a compelling overall package - a #4 ranked ENG/MED Gauntlet pair, two stat boosting collections, a hearty MED base, and a collection of traits that may not pick up many megas, but will definitely net you some tasty AM when slotting her in for voyages.
So, why not tier 1?
Well, for starters, we're starting a quasi-Disco mega for which she doesn't qualify, so from this moment onward, we have to assume the all Disco crew bonuses have come to an end. She'll get variants, to be sure, since she's quasi-bridge crew, but I don't feel like it's safe to treat it as read for her to be snatching up months of bonuses anymore. Her Gauntlet pair looks more impressive than it is, given she'll be curbstomped by an old man with a banjo every time he looks at her, and her collections, while good, are far from exclusive. Jury Rigger in particular, you should have, by all rights, completed by now thanks to the addition of a ton of new viable Super Rare crew.
Just a shade off truly perfect crew. But that's nothing to sniff at, considering the company she keeps. So by all means blow . . . 10k Dil on her six pack, and hope you get lucky.
Beating out Caretaker, the legendary Cheesecake Seven and the old faithful Leonardo da Vinci to become the new top dog MED/ENG voyager, Reno manages to out-do them all, backwards and with heels on, Ginger Rogers-style, thanks to the ultra rare MED primary, ENG secondary pairing. A pretty substantial upgrade on an oversized rabbit and a drug addled Sam Beckett, wouldn't you agree?
She also comes bundled with a number of side benefits that make for a compelling overall package - a #4 ranked ENG/MED Gauntlet pair, two stat boosting collections, a hearty MED base, and a collection of traits that may not pick up many megas, but will definitely net you some tasty AM when slotting her in for voyages.
So, why not tier 1?
Well, for starters, we're starting a quasi-Disco mega for which she doesn't qualify, so from this moment onward, we have to assume the all Disco crew bonuses have come to an end. She'll get variants, to be sure, since she's quasi-bridge crew, but I don't feel like it's safe to treat it as read for her to be snatching up months of bonuses anymore. Her Gauntlet pair looks more impressive than it is, given she'll be curbstomped by an old man with a banjo every time he looks at her, and her collections, while good, are far from exclusive. Jury Rigger in particular, you should have, by all rights, completed by now thanks to the addition of a ton of new viable Super Rare crew.
Just a shade off truly perfect crew. But that's nothing to sniff at, considering the company she keeps. So by all means blow . . . 10k Dil on her six pack, and hope you get lucky.
Merry Men Troi
1
Diplomacy at the end of an...arrow? We are all Ahab on this blessed day as we wait for our 6-pack white whale to show up in another pack or enter the portal down the line. Troi's name is scattered across the tops of several different voyage metrics and the requisite Troi splash of MED takes the sting out of yet another DIP primary crew to make her one of the best voyagers in the game.
Her weekend work is wunderbar as well, as a double-digit event count and strong bases combine to give her priority shuttle seating. If you had your choice of one vanity crew to take home from the store, make it Radio Flyer Troi.
Her weekend work is wunderbar as well, as a double-digit event count and strong bases combine to give her priority shuttle seating. If you had your choice of one vanity crew to take home from the store, make it Radio Flyer Troi.
Mirror Jean-Luc Picard
1
From 1/5 to 5/5, Gun Show Picard is exceptional. He comes with a free 100k honor for those who choke on Kahless' price tag and collects gauntlet criticals like it's his job. He remains one of the best CMD/SEC voyagers and his abundance of trait + Picard events make middling bases far more useful. Don't let it get you down that others may have gotten him for free from his mega event or campaign. This is one time you don't want to zig while others zagged, just take him.
Mycelial Culber
1
A card so useful you’ll think that you’re tripping on mycelium! Culber combines monster voyage potential with Disco event work and splashes of gauntlet usefulness. If you're one of [literally everyone] to have trouble pumping up your MED/CMD voyages, Hugh is a hard card to pass up.
The top voyage medic is a huge piece in the quest to churn out consistently long runs for a skill that offers few elite names. And while his gauntlet stats are not as grand as the big hitters in the field, his trait combinations should match up once in a while to wield a scalpel to the proficiency jugular. Citation worthy, interesting art...an all round fun-guy!
The top voyage medic is a huge piece in the quest to churn out consistently long runs for a skill that offers few elite names. And while his gauntlet stats are not as grand as the big hitters in the field, his trait combinations should match up once in a while to wield a scalpel to the proficiency jugular. Citation worthy, interesting art...an all round fun-guy!
New Eden Owosekun
1
NEO is a crew without holes. If we accept that only a very few crew hold esteemed spots in the gauntlet and shuttle rankings, then we're glad to welcome aboard the new #1 Discovery super rare SEC without reservation. The Disco mega freight train is only picking up speed and Owo will be manning shuttles there several times a year if you can spare her from her voyage duties. SEC/SCI doesn't have strong representation among legendary crew and so her satisfactory power there meets a useful skill set for some pre-freezer work on early to mid-game rosters. Her arena numbers speak of Ardra-lite usability for new players and a spot in a stat-boosting collection is the cherry on top.
Niners Ezri
1
I'll level with you, there are times when I almost want to downplay how good a card is because I want to try and game the system, get fewer people to compete in events, just so I can have a better shot at them. I've never done it, but boy have I been tempted. And Ezri is the latest in a very small line to tempt me.
Boasting enough raw voyage power to outperform geezers like Koloth, though not the skill set to truly pull ahead of silver foxes like Tainer, Ezri manages to pull ahead of even that pack thanks to lots of little tasty fringe benefits. For one, she's one of the few top shelf voyagers that you'll actually recognise at a glance (Leucon? Boothby Replicant?), meaning she grandfathers her way into a Dax-sized event count. So far, so Fancy, Dan.
Ezri also manages to slide into home plate with the crown of new #1 Dax SEC (stolen from the withering Mirror Jadzia), meaning she corners the market on some of the more common shuttle seats. She also comes bundled with a useable +9 Attack at 6 seconds on ships, and a hard to complete vanity with some truly despicable cards that you don't want to immortalise before her (I'd like to refer you to the excellently written Solok write-up down in the Super Rare section, I hear the author is quite handsome and well-endowed).
She does have her downsides - mediocre traits outside of Athlete, Counselor and Costumed, none of which I like the chances of, and she's still a SEC/DIP voyager at the heart of things, her MED only a sad tertiary - but numbers like these age like a fine wine, not unlike Nicole de Boer herself. So snag yourself a copy while you can, and enjoy some Scotch gum.
Boasting enough raw voyage power to outperform geezers like Koloth, though not the skill set to truly pull ahead of silver foxes like Tainer, Ezri manages to pull ahead of even that pack thanks to lots of little tasty fringe benefits. For one, she's one of the few top shelf voyagers that you'll actually recognise at a glance (Leucon? Boothby Replicant?), meaning she grandfathers her way into a Dax-sized event count. So far, so Fancy, Dan.
Ezri also manages to slide into home plate with the crown of new #1 Dax SEC (stolen from the withering Mirror Jadzia), meaning she corners the market on some of the more common shuttle seats. She also comes bundled with a useable +9 Attack at 6 seconds on ships, and a hard to complete vanity with some truly despicable cards that you don't want to immortalise before her (I'd like to refer you to the excellently written Solok write-up down in the Super Rare section, I hear the author is quite handsome and well-endowed).
She does have her downsides - mediocre traits outside of Athlete, Counselor and Costumed, none of which I like the chances of, and she's still a SEC/DIP voyager at the heart of things, her MED only a sad tertiary - but numbers like these age like a fine wine, not unlike Nicole de Boer herself. So snag yourself a copy while you can, and enjoy some Scotch gum.
Picard and Number One
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"So there are two of them." Was Picard talking about [Redacted], his similarity to previous mega Surak, his crew art - 'Man and Dog in Two Dimensions', or the second copy of him you'll pull in the 390 dilithium recap packs? A question "best left to saints and philosophers".
Pup-card's numbers are eye-popping. The #1 base SCI won't only claim regular shuttle work, it puts to shame global gift Mambo and campaign freebie Irumodic for event work which has been just above average to date, but is likely to blossom over the next few years.
His voyage potential ain't too shabby either. The wrinkle here is a common skill set which boasts several high-powered options on voyages already. That's notable for endgame, spreadsheet-crunching voyage purists who are looking at the 11-12 hour voyage range, but not at all a warning. Take the power, enjoy the power.
In the running for best mega crew to date and batting 💯 in a handful of areas, your options for Picard going forward are insta-cite or roll the recap pack dice and feel okay about building another copy. But I swear, if I see you post a citation advice thread and he's not sitting there fully fused, I'm coming after you!
Pup-card's numbers are eye-popping. The #1 base SCI won't only claim regular shuttle work, it puts to shame global gift Mambo and campaign freebie Irumodic for event work which has been just above average to date, but is likely to blossom over the next few years.
His voyage potential ain't too shabby either. The wrinkle here is a common skill set which boasts several high-powered options on voyages already. That's notable for endgame, spreadsheet-crunching voyage purists who are looking at the 11-12 hour voyage range, but not at all a warning. Take the power, enjoy the power.
In the running for best mega crew to date and batting 💯 in a handful of areas, your options for Picard going forward are insta-cite or roll the recap pack dice and feel okay about building another copy. But I swear, if I see you post a citation advice thread and he's not sitting there fully fused, I'm coming after you!
Prisoner Katrina Cornwell
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Corny was the prototypical powerhouse MED crew and is, in some respects, still the best. The ranks of the MED bases have been shored up over the last year and a few voyagers are now on her level, but not many can offer both in one package like she does. She's one of four MED crew in the 1k/1k base club and only prized fusion Cheesecake Seven has better voyage power among MED primaries. Who knows what the Disco event scene holds in the future, but even if you told me she never snags another bonus, I wouldn't bat an eye at taking her raw power in my behold. +1 Diplomat is a nice bonus for a crew who absolutely deserves to be at 5/5 on your roster.
Stranded Quark
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DIP/ENG/MED is one of the most important skill sets in the game by virtue of it being so scarce. Only super rare Rianna Mayweather shares it and even if other crew trickle in, that won't do much to diminish its authority. Still lagging leagues behind the pack in terms of power is the ENG+MED pairing. With so much of its representation scattered between the secondaries and tertiaries of various crew, any semblance of power has a great advantage over other, thinner options.
Enter Stranded Quark; owner of the best voyage total among ENG/MED crew. He's a great option for several different voyage combos and his pristine skill set ensures an enduring, years-long usefulness ala Temporal Prisoner Chakotay or Delta Flyer Paris. Quark is equally desirable for events thanks to a sizable variant event footprint, handful of traits, and the possibility of a Ferengi mega, wherein all three of his bases would be a top two option.
In the gauntlet you generally want a bit more room to maneuver than a single ranked pair, but he racks up plenty of 45% gauntlets and is in the right skill combo to try and knock off The Caretaker to add a bit of value to an already outstanding card.
Enter Stranded Quark; owner of the best voyage total among ENG/MED crew. He's a great option for several different voyage combos and his pristine skill set ensures an enduring, years-long usefulness ala Temporal Prisoner Chakotay or Delta Flyer Paris. Quark is equally desirable for events thanks to a sizable variant event footprint, handful of traits, and the possibility of a Ferengi mega, wherein all three of his bases would be a top two option.
In the gauntlet you generally want a bit more room to maneuver than a single ranked pair, but he racks up plenty of 45% gauntlets and is in the right skill combo to try and knock off The Caretaker to add a bit of value to an already outstanding card.
Tactical Officer Neelix
When a profile starts with dethroning Warship EMA, you should know immediately that we’re dealing with a crew who should not be taken lightly, even if, to be fair, it’s Neelix. Say hello to the #1 SEC/MED voyager, and to raw voyage power that the game has not made available outside of Tuesday packs since Captain Braxton. Tin Cup's voyage metrics across the board are gaudy and stellar enough to even make his 1300+ SEC base a footnote.
Which is understandable - Neelix is not a household event name and with some fairly esoteric traits beside, his chances to anchor weekend shuttles may be few and far between. Despite a decidedly negative utility profile, his voyage power is underrated even among top ten names and his bases will Hulk Smash what few event chances he can accumulate.
Which is understandable - Neelix is not a household event name and with some fairly esoteric traits beside, his chances to anchor weekend shuttles may be few and far between. Despite a decidedly negative utility profile, his voyage power is underrated even among top ten names and his bases will Hulk Smash what few event chances he can accumulate.
The Caretaker
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Like other exclusive crew, there's a bit extra to unpack about Banjo Man. As a card, he's just fantastic and incredibly useful day to day. On voyages he has a delicious skill set which is weighted to put him on the right part of the ENG/MED curve and in conjunction with a great overall score is unlikely to be completely displaced from those voyages within Timelines' lifetime. Even more impressive than guaranteed voyage job security (which is hard to do) is Caretaker's gauntlet résumé.
His #1 ENG isn't just good, it's stupid good. Yes, those names below him are a 1-skill crew and a super rare. And somehow even more magnificent is his ownership of six (!!!) ranked gauntlet pairs including two #1s, mostly on the back of his monster ENG roll. The gap between him and the #2 ENG/MED gauntleteer is almost 300 points; larger than any other skill pairing. I'll cut the accolades short, but suffice it to say, he's a monster. His biggest (only) weakness is rarely exceeding 25% crit, but with such a huge lead over the competition, your best option against him is usually 50 merits.
So what do we do with our copies of Banjo Man? There's no clear-cut answer. It's certainly tempting to want to feed him citations for his prodigious voyage potential. If you did that before the changes to gauntlet rewards (✋guilty) and land another copy, do you keep him? His voyage offering is still unique enough that you shouldn't feel bad for doing so if you have space and you can always fly the double Caretaker formation in gauntlet. But if you haven't cited him yet, you're getting 50% or more of his benefit with just that first star. Stand pat or add stars, you're going to love what The Caretaker offers no matter what.
His #1 ENG isn't just good, it's stupid good. Yes, those names below him are a 1-skill crew and a super rare. And somehow even more magnificent is his ownership of six (!!!) ranked gauntlet pairs including two #1s, mostly on the back of his monster ENG roll. The gap between him and the #2 ENG/MED gauntleteer is almost 300 points; larger than any other skill pairing. I'll cut the accolades short, but suffice it to say, he's a monster. His biggest (only) weakness is rarely exceeding 25% crit, but with such a huge lead over the competition, your best option against him is usually 50 merits.
So what do we do with our copies of Banjo Man? There's no clear-cut answer. It's certainly tempting to want to feed him citations for his prodigious voyage potential. If you did that before the changes to gauntlet rewards (✋guilty) and land another copy, do you keep him? His voyage offering is still unique enough that you shouldn't feel bad for doing so if you have space and you can always fly the double Caretaker formation in gauntlet. But if you haven't cited him yet, you're getting 50% or more of his benefit with just that first star. Stand pat or add stars, you're going to love what The Caretaker offers no matter what.
Wrathful Kirk
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He seems to have lost his communicator somewhere 'round the moons of Nibia, but Kirk still has his phaser locked and loaded. A monster SEC base is up in lights on the marquee and "Starring Captain Kirk" has been the tagline for more events than any other character in the game's history. His voyage work is a bit less mad, considering CMD/SEC's ubiquity, and relies more on the combination of stout overall score and tertiary ENG to make him a viable voyage cog on any roster.
With a couple traits beyond the bare minimum to suppliment Kirk's highs, his brand name and power numbers will make an echoing pressence on your roster.
With a couple traits beyond the bare minimum to suppliment Kirk's highs, his brand name and power numbers will make an echoing pressence on your roster.
1701 Bashir
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MED/SEC/SCI. Lieutenant Watley definitely knew a stud when she saw one, and 1701 Bashir, sporting an appropriately dweeby haircut, qualifies. Though his voyage rank won't impress, that's actually pretty par for the course for almost everyone with this skill set.
Don't believe me? Defensive Phlox, Twilight T'Pol, Fury Kes; all of them pretty 'weak' voyagers relative to the new CMD/DIP/SEC hotness - and yet, in spite of that, you'll always find them punching above their weight precisely because of how rarely these skills are found together.
The only reason he isn't ranked higher is due to his Chad cousin, Captive Bashir, filling a similar niche with a stronger base and voyage rank - but when it comes to MED primary cards, you can never have too many.
Don't believe me? Defensive Phlox, Twilight T'Pol, Fury Kes; all of them pretty 'weak' voyagers relative to the new CMD/DIP/SEC hotness - and yet, in spite of that, you'll always find them punching above their weight precisely because of how rarely these skills are found together.
The only reason he isn't ranked higher is due to his Chad cousin, Captive Bashir, filling a similar niche with a stronger base and voyage rank - but when it comes to MED primary cards, you can never have too many.
Ardra
Only useful in a single area (traits notwithstanding), but is fantastic there; arena accuracy at six seconds with huge crit values. Until DB introduces more serious competition for what she offers, she’s top shelf value for ship battles, both daily and in Skirmishes.
Assimilated Tuvok
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CMD/SEC rarely needs help from players to burgeon on a roster and with a sinking voyage rank beside, that area of the game is not a big part of Tuvok's value any longer. Still of note are double collections and some steady event work punctuated by a few traits headlined by Borg. If fused early, his substantial attack boost on ships can be of benefit for the Arena and Skirmishes, even considering a slow activation time.
Dr. Agnes Jurati
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What do you picture when you hear the word Agnes? Someone old, someone not quite with the times, or perhaps someone cursed with a name that makes them seem like they're destined to live to 89 and have fifteen cats, am I right? Well, Ms. Jurati bucks that image quite handily, showing an excellent grasp of what the people want - and that's Cheesecake Seven.
Now, I would never dream of saying that she can come close to that leviathan's impact, but it's a name worth mentioning, regardless. Scoring two stat boosting collections (that might be expanded soon, ala Diplomat), a unique skill set for 4* crew, and a half decent voyage score that she will outperform, she even has a relatively bankable event future thanks to her firmly established place on La Sirena.
Will you freeze her? Eventually. But it'll be a long road, getting from here to there - and while you're traversing that road, this cute as a button, capable of murder (twice!), brilliantly unique card will be at your side long after you thought you'd need her.
Now, I would never dream of saying that she can come close to that leviathan's impact, but it's a name worth mentioning, regardless. Scoring two stat boosting collections (that might be expanded soon, ala Diplomat), a unique skill set for 4* crew, and a half decent voyage score that she will outperform, she even has a relatively bankable event future thanks to her firmly established place on La Sirena.
Will you freeze her? Eventually. But it'll be a long road, getting from here to there - and while you're traversing that road, this cute as a button, capable of murder (twice!), brilliantly unique card will be at your side long after you thought you'd need her.
Fugitive Burnham
Burnham, Burnham, Burnham! I'm sick to death of hearing about Burnham! Burnham Brady strikes again with another top shelf crew including the first showing of MED from the character to get her on the scoreboard across all six skills. As the only variant with any appreciable DIP, she'll have shuttle duty on lock and makes for a fine event pack consolation prize if you need to get your hands on Boobs Mudd.
A hefty voyage score is further enhanced by a skill order that's unique among super rares (Q2, War Correspondent Jake) and should bump any number of other DIP super rares to the freezer. Fugitive lacks frills, but hits the base/voyage/event triad like several of her other versions and has the right skill set for her situation.
A hefty voyage score is further enhanced by a skill order that's unique among super rares (Q2, War Correspondent Jake) and should bump any number of other DIP super rares to the freezer. Fugitive lacks frills, but hits the base/voyage/event triad like several of her other versions and has the right skill set for her situation.
Irumodic Syndrome Picard
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What's that old codger got in his hand? Not a bottle of corner shop piss, that's for certain. Great voyage power, +1 Veteran, the illusive Gardener trait (surely due a mega), and, until Mambo Picard is fused to 4/5, the best option for Picard SCI - which should be among the more popular event names in the coming years.
Jodmos
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He's no dung beetle, in fact Klingon Sisko is pretty far from shit. Stout base and voyage numbers, a very steady event count, and double collections make him almost an ideal crew to pull an event pack for, considering the Skirmish he comes from will have only given you three copies. The skill set, as always, is a mark against him, but with as well as he'll perform elsewhere and his two fistfuls of traits, this is a crew you'll want for the future, even if his collections aren't a big concern for you.
Kaminar Saru
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Classic DB. There was no way they were going to let Runaway Po's reign as #1 Purple Disco ENG last longer than a hiccup. Since the comparison is recent and hanging low for us already, the collections and ENG base line up, but Saru's voyage efficacy and trait set are steps down.
Still an excellent crew on his own merits, Saru contributes two stat-boosting collections, solid base power, and good-not-great voyage work with ENG/SCI being a very common pairing. Discovery's event eligibility has been the talk around town for most of 2019, but until proven otherwise, it's a plus attribute for crew, provided you're not overloaded with options. With a seemingly uneventable group of traits, you'll be looking for an uptick in variant events if the megas stop. Speculation aside, Saru is the rare collection jewel with the daily stats to back it up and certainly worth fusing if your Jury Rigger collection is incomplete.
Still an excellent crew on his own merits, Saru contributes two stat-boosting collections, solid base power, and good-not-great voyage work with ENG/SCI being a very common pairing. Discovery's event eligibility has been the talk around town for most of 2019, but until proven otherwise, it's a plus attribute for crew, provided you're not overloaded with options. With a seemingly uneventable group of traits, you'll be looking for an uptick in variant events if the megas stop. Speculation aside, Saru is the rare collection jewel with the daily stats to back it up and certainly worth fusing if your Jury Rigger collection is incomplete.
Mirror Burnham
A "solid" super rare Burnham - stop me if you've heard this one before. Her overstuffed skill set goes a long way toward neutralizing a strong on-paper voyage rank, but the DIP primary is not a lost cause for shuttles and joins Fugitive Burnham as the only appreciable representation of that skill for her (many) future events.
In addition to incrementally more interesting traits than your typical Burnham variant, the best element of this crew for newer players is a +9 attack boost on ships which comes online at six seconds and is an excellent medium-term Skirmish and Arena asset attached to a crew who you'd have to thaw regularly anyway.
In addition to incrementally more interesting traits than your typical Burnham variant, the best element of this crew for newer players is a +9 attack boost on ships which comes online at six seconds and is an excellent medium-term Skirmish and Arena asset attached to a crew who you'd have to thaw regularly anyway.
Roman Captive Kirk
First, Kirk's event history. Besides boasting more events than any other character, he's on a hell of a tear in 2019, notching his sixth event of the year and we've still got three months to go! Only two crew have ever exceeded that mark; Jadzia (7) and Janeway (7) back in 2017. Even though his Faction rate has cooled after going nine for his first nine, he's still a slam dunk lock for events until the end of time(lines). Paired with a fat DIP score, he may be someone worth duplicating if the opportunity arises.
I would squeeze in a mention about a passable arena ability if his note needed fleshing out, but it really doesn't, thanks to his other monstrous attribute - the best super rare voyage score. In all likelihood, the next purple to top his #1 ranking there is going to end up pipping one or more legendary crew as well since Kirk sits single digit points behind formerly noteworthy gauntlet crew Ambassador Troi and the rest of the legendaries. You may not need more of his skill set, but since he performs for voyages like a 3/5 legendary would, here's your chance to replace and freeze another super rare if you're still using them in that part of the game.
I would squeeze in a mention about a passable arena ability if his note needed fleshing out, but it really doesn't, thanks to his other monstrous attribute - the best super rare voyage score. In all likelihood, the next purple to top his #1 ranking there is going to end up pipping one or more legendary crew as well since Kirk sits single digit points behind formerly noteworthy gauntlet crew Ambassador Troi and the rest of the legendaries. You may not need more of his skill set, but since he performs for voyages like a 3/5 legendary would, here's your chance to replace and freeze another super rare if you're still using them in that part of the game.
Runaway Po
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I'm going to tell you a story.
Just a while ago, during the Hologram mega, I tried a second account at the worst time.
A more motley lineup of event crew you've never seen, from Minuet to Harriman.
Po might actually be better than all of them combined.
Boy, I wish I had her as my starting crew and if you snagged her early, good timing!
From top to bottom, Runaway excels and hits several elite high spots.
A great event/base pairing, thanks to Disco, but even better may be her voyage work.
Po slots in as the top ENG/DIP voyager, one of only three in the top 120.
Family runaway or not, Po is one crew you'll want to welcome with open arms.
Just a while ago, during the Hologram mega, I tried a second account at the worst time.
A more motley lineup of event crew you've never seen, from Minuet to Harriman.
Po might actually be better than all of them combined.
Boy, I wish I had her as my starting crew and if you snagged her early, good timing!
From top to bottom, Runaway excels and hits several elite high spots.
A great event/base pairing, thanks to Disco, but even better may be her voyage work.
Po slots in as the top ENG/DIP voyager, one of only three in the top 120.
Family runaway or not, Po is one crew you'll want to welcome with open arms.
Section 31 Philippa Georgiou
Sporting a dizzying #1 voyage SEC, Colonel Wai Lin's overall voyage total remains among the elite a year and a half after her debut, while boasting an event count that ticks all the right boxes, including Section 31, Mirror Universe, Discovery … she's everyone's favourite Empress (sorry Hoshi), even bringing a potent 200% instant damage ship ability to the table. The only thing keeping her out of the top tier is her skill set, but if you can only pick one CMD/DIP/SEC crew, this one is probably the one you should pick. This big base SEC is a card worth taking home to meet your mother. Just make sure you're cooking ganglia that night.
Tier 3
Age Of Sail Worf
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Roses are red,
Age of Sail Riker isn’t very good but he is charming,
Worf’s lack of variation,
Is truly alarming.
The only thing that'll keep me from self-harming,
During hours of Galaxy item crafting and farming,
Is knowing that Worf is my darling,
And that some DB employee, somewhere, is downing several pints of Carling.
With that little ditty out of the way, I have to sadly tell you that Age of Sail Worf is, well . . . less impressive than his hat. He trades Costumed for Governor Worf’s Duelist and Brutal, giving him less than impressive trait chances (Costumed is now swollen far beyond what would be viable for a trait mega), and a voyage score that’s squarely in the very good but not great range. The only thing that could have really saved him is a unique skill set.
But here we are, with the fourteenth Worf variant who only has some variation of CMD/DIP/SEC. In fact, I take that back - I take umbrage with the idea of this being a variation. This is a palette swap of Governor Worf with very nice art. If you’re a Worf devotee, then he’s worth snagging for the strong SEC base and thoroughly average (for 2020) score, but there’s not much here else that we can’t get elsewhere. That being said, we’re now only two crew away from a full Age of Sail complement, so who knows, he might suddenly become a little valuable in the future...
Age of Sail Riker isn’t very good but he is charming,
Worf’s lack of variation,
Is truly alarming.
The only thing that'll keep me from self-harming,
During hours of Galaxy item crafting and farming,
Is knowing that Worf is my darling,
And that some DB employee, somewhere, is downing several pints of Carling.
With that little ditty out of the way, I have to sadly tell you that Age of Sail Worf is, well . . . less impressive than his hat. He trades Costumed for Governor Worf’s Duelist and Brutal, giving him less than impressive trait chances (Costumed is now swollen far beyond what would be viable for a trait mega), and a voyage score that’s squarely in the very good but not great range. The only thing that could have really saved him is a unique skill set.
But here we are, with the fourteenth Worf variant who only has some variation of CMD/DIP/SEC. In fact, I take that back - I take umbrage with the idea of this being a variation. This is a palette swap of Governor Worf with very nice art. If you’re a Worf devotee, then he’s worth snagging for the strong SEC base and thoroughly average (for 2020) score, but there’s not much here else that we can’t get elsewhere. That being said, we’re now only two crew away from a full Age of Sail complement, so who knows, he might suddenly become a little valuable in the future...
Amelia Earhart
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Hailing from an all-time bad episode of Trek is one way to be remembered. Another is to own some serious in-game power. Ms. Earhart was tucked away in a weekday pack alongside President Lincoln and so may have been overlooked by some, but now that she's in the portal, it's time to snap up this diamond in the rough. If you owned her for the Pilot mega to close out 2018, congratulations on your enormous advantage over the field. With a 2019 curtain call, she came back better than ever boasting a ~300 point lead over the next likely option for another month (because who the hell has a FF Tosk?).
It's hard to see her squeeze much more weekend relevance from her traits (cultural figure?), but her elite base can't be denied the rest of the time as it sits top five even a year and a half after release. Her shuttle potential is obvious, but even more impressive was her reign as the top voyage ENG for over a full calendar year. Even in the face of several recent ENG additions, her voyage metrics are strong and grant her great job security on any roster. To ensure that, and help make up for any event deficiencies, Earhart snags two spots in the gauntlet rankings, including a DIP/ENG pair capable of 2-for-1ing The Caretaker.
It's hard to see her squeeze much more weekend relevance from her traits (cultural figure?), but her elite base can't be denied the rest of the time as it sits top five even a year and a half after release. Her shuttle potential is obvious, but even more impressive was her reign as the top voyage ENG for over a full calendar year. Even in the face of several recent ENG additions, her voyage metrics are strong and grant her great job security on any roster. To ensure that, and help make up for any event deficiencies, Earhart snags two spots in the gauntlet rankings, including a DIP/ENG pair capable of 2-for-1ing The Caretaker.
Assimilated Hawk
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"Mr. Hawk...what are you doing in such a filthy uniform?" There's some fanfic we're happy didn't materialize. Uh, it doesn't exist...right?
Double 1k bases aren't quite so rare anymore, but Hawk ups the ante with dual 1100s to pair with a Borg trait that may splash again thanks to ST:Picard. Voyage work is likely to be Hawk's calling card, where a pinch of SCI solidifies elite stat ranks to create a facsimile of Mirror Jean-Luc Picard which outdoes the original. If you still need a legendary to finish the Borg collection and Hawk is one of your options, "Make it so".
Double 1k bases aren't quite so rare anymore, but Hawk ups the ante with dual 1100s to pair with a Borg trait that may splash again thanks to ST:Picard. Voyage work is likely to be Hawk's calling card, where a pinch of SCI solidifies elite stat ranks to create a facsimile of Mirror Jean-Luc Picard which outdoes the original. If you still need a legendary to finish the Borg collection and Hawk is one of your options, "Make it so".
Away Team Michael Burnham
All-Terrain Burnham is her first gauntleteer variant and helps flesh out a well-rounded STT character. She parlays a top five SEC proficiency into two respectably ranked gauntlet pairs; both close enough to catch #1 sleeping if she brings a crit advantage. Despite numbers heavily tilted toward proficiencies, her SEC base is tops for a character who's always a threat to pick up fistfuls of events. Adequate voyage numbers paired with a skill set on the uncommon side makes her the #3 SEC/SCI voyager in the game, behind only the esteemed Gary Seven and Gladiator Spock. First Officer Burnham may hog the headlines, but the ATB can take you anywhere you want to go.
Ba'ul
The comparison to Temporal Prisoner Chakotay is apt, even if it's low hanging fruit. No one has laughed about Chuckles' voyage prowess over the last two years, but as his power is in its twilight, we're offered a version with refreshed stats across the board (though it's hard to beat TPC's 10 MED proficiency).
Not having sat on the bridge before, it might be easy to dismiss Ba'ul as a voyager only, but Discovery has dragged far less potent crew to relevance and 2019 gave Disco qualifiers more chances to man Faction shuttles than Chakotay has had in the game's four year run. As long as the Discovery juggernaut continues to run rampant, Ba'ul's two top five Disco bases will put in some serious work.
On ships, his 400% boomstick may be helpful to many players despite a cloak trigger, thanks to the portal introduction of the Valdore and its inclusion as the December arena reward. A notable weakness, Ba'ul's traits, slightly dampen his voyage and event potential, but the justifiably ballyhooed Discovery trait and pristine skill set keep this crew in rarefied air and allow him to contribute from multiple angles.
Not having sat on the bridge before, it might be easy to dismiss Ba'ul as a voyager only, but Discovery has dragged far less potent crew to relevance and 2019 gave Disco qualifiers more chances to man Faction shuttles than Chakotay has had in the game's four year run. As long as the Discovery juggernaut continues to run rampant, Ba'ul's two top five Disco bases will put in some serious work.
On ships, his 400% boomstick may be helpful to many players despite a cloak trigger, thanks to the portal introduction of the Valdore and its inclusion as the December arena reward. A notable weakness, Ba'ul's traits, slightly dampen his voyage and event potential, but the justifiably ballyhooed Discovery trait and pristine skill set keep this crew in rarefied air and allow him to contribute from multiple angles.
Bridge Officer Number One
She's eerily similar to Interfaced La Forge, in case you'd like an older comp. Great base/voyage numbers with a single bullet in her gauntlet gun; a top five ranked pair. Number One is more than serviceable for daily use despite an easy to acquire primary, leaving just the question of events. It's useless to try and put a number on things, but based on past history and DB's infatuation with Di$covery, she's likely to "get hers", whether it be through variant or trait bonuses.
Captain Killy
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Killy rules the ship battles with an iron fist and is similar to gauntleteers in that if you have a chance to grab her first star, you do it. Pair her with some fast activating crit crew like Ardra/Karr/Scott and rake in the rewards from four or six second ship battles. She can save you hours of gameplay over the course of countless arena dailies and skirmishes and unlike the aforementioned gauntlet counterparts, does benefit well from extra stars (you’ll want to get her to +9/10 attack for those one shots or spend another seat for an attack crew).
That being said, Killy’s usefulness is clearly on the decline. Her event count is propped up by four previous mega events and though that may or may not continue, her variant events have been strangely lacking. Discovery (her primary event consideration) CMD options have sprung up around her and her voyage work is now below average. Several crew introduced in 2019 have encroached on her arena credentials which also steals some of the value that came from its exclusivity. She remains well rounded and the impact of her shipboard work is significant as the best in-portal option, but a sinking relative effectiveness should be considered, especially on the topic of adding stars.
That being said, Killy’s usefulness is clearly on the decline. Her event count is propped up by four previous mega events and though that may or may not continue, her variant events have been strangely lacking. Discovery (her primary event consideration) CMD options have sprung up around her and her voyage work is now below average. Several crew introduced in 2019 have encroached on her arena credentials which also steals some of the value that came from its exclusivity. She remains well rounded and the impact of her shipboard work is significant as the best in-portal option, but a sinking relative effectiveness should be considered, especially on the topic of adding stars.
Control Leland
Did you know that there’s a fan theory that the reason why Starfleet changes their uniforms every five minutes is so that time travelers will know exactly which decade they’re in when they inevitably have to come back and sort out some shenanigans? It’s just about all I could think of as I look at Control Leland, looking almost identical to Covert Operative Leland, wearing the exact same uniform as Agent Harris a hundred years before, and Agent Sloan a hundred years later. Section 31 just really loves that Folsom Street Fair look, I guess, perhaps as a way to make up for their cookie cutter skill sets.
With a bonafide top voyage ranking, I wish I could give Control a heartier recommendation, but it’s the most replaceable skill set in the entire game, shackled to a character unlikely to get any more variants, with no Gauntlet chances, and not even the 400% damage ship ability of his older, far less powerful variant to give him fringe use. You’ll like his numbers now, but a lot less in a year’s time when they’ve sagged and you’ve moved on to the new hotness. Look on the bright side, though - Section 31’s show just got green lit, so you’ll at least have a few event mini-bonuses to look forward to!
With a bonafide top voyage ranking, I wish I could give Control a heartier recommendation, but it’s the most replaceable skill set in the entire game, shackled to a character unlikely to get any more variants, with no Gauntlet chances, and not even the 400% damage ship ability of his older, far less powerful variant to give him fringe use. You’ll like his numbers now, but a lot less in a year’s time when they’ve sagged and you’ve moved on to the new hotness. Look on the bright side, though - Section 31’s show just got green lit, so you’ll at least have a few event mini-bonuses to look forward to!
Dahar Master Koloth
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Trelane's alter ego is all business this time around. His voyage metrics are excellent and don't need any nitpicking, common skill set or not. He even has a puncher's chance in the gauntlet despite a middling ranked pair, because of the Dahar Master crit trait which he only has to share with two other crew. The raw gauntlet numbers don't allow him the dominance he enjoys elsewhere, but in combination with a handful of 45-65% trait sets do offer a bit of extra value to an otherwise strong card.
Three holes of varying sizes in his game are an unappealing arena offering, the most replaceable skill set, and limited event chances. Koloth's traits have combined for a respectable event count thus far, but include two one-off trait events and the Klingon mega. It's unlikely that his event rate will continue going forward, but he'll knock it out of the park every once in a while with a SEC base ranked highly across his trait pool.
Three holes of varying sizes in his game are an unappealing arena offering, the most replaceable skill set, and limited event chances. Koloth's traits have combined for a respectable event count thus far, but include two one-off trait events and the Klingon mega. It's unlikely that his event rate will continue going forward, but he'll knock it out of the park every once in a while with a SEC base ranked highly across his trait pool.
Determined Janeway
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First things first; yes, cite her last star if you haven't. Outside of her mega, Janeway will continue to perform well on voyages, shuttles, and weekends for a long time to come. She's worth the investment and stacks up well alongside the rest of the numerous ENG/SEC crew DB released in 2019. For the price of a single star, she hits on two collections including everybody's favorite Jury Rigger.
If you're coming to her new in a behold, you can expect a fairly complete package. A base/event pairing you can set your replicated watch by, bolstered by a bevy of traits tied for the most among Janeway variants, second tier ENG/SEC voyage power, and double collections. Considering the plethora of statistically weak Janeways, Determined stands out as one to target if you have too many basic coffees in your inventory.
If you're coming to her new in a behold, you can expect a fairly complete package. A base/event pairing you can set your replicated watch by, bolstered by a bevy of traits tied for the most among Janeway variants, second tier ENG/SEC voyage power, and double collections. Considering the plethora of statistically weak Janeways, Determined stands out as one to target if you have too many basic coffees in your inventory.
Determined Paris
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I gotta take a little time, to stop hostile Klingon takeovers
I better read between the lines, before I get my wife's cold shoulder
Now it's bat'leth practice time, with stiff leather upon my shoulders
Through the crowd I see bloodwine, it keeps me warm as life grows colder
On his knife I see lots of bloodstains
I thank God, that Kohlar helped me to train
Can't stop now, I've traveled so far, to change this lonely life
I want to know what love is, B'Elanna can show me
I want to feel what love is, this T'Greth can blow me
I better read between the lines, before I get my wife's cold shoulder
Now it's bat'leth practice time, with stiff leather upon my shoulders
Through the crowd I see bloodwine, it keeps me warm as life grows colder
On his knife I see lots of bloodstains
I thank God, that Kohlar helped me to train
Can't stop now, I've traveled so far, to change this lonely life
I want to know what love is, B'Elanna can show me
I want to feel what love is, this T'Greth can blow me
Fury Kes
As it turns out, you WOULD like her when she’s angry. If you’re a Kes fan, enjoy this long-requested version, because unless/until DB releases Sweaty Puberty Kes, this is likely to be her last appearance for a long time to come. Luckily, she plans to go out with a bang, starting with a Captain Killy copy/paste ship ability which will always be worth its weight in Skirmish/Arena gold, no matter who it’s attached to.
She backs that up with a rare SEC/MED/SCI skill set that would find Voyage seats even if her total was 50 ranks lower, and two ranked Gauntlet pairs that, while buried behind heavy hitters like Armus, Locutus and the Phloxes, catch bonus traits often enough to make her a useful contributor. Her contributions end there, though, as her weekend work would only come if a stray Brutal/Prodigy event came along, and her poor bases wouldn’t make much of an impact even if they did.
She backs that up with a rare SEC/MED/SCI skill set that would find Voyage seats even if her total was 50 ranks lower, and two ranked Gauntlet pairs that, while buried behind heavy hitters like Armus, Locutus and the Phloxes, catch bonus traits often enough to make her a useful contributor. Her contributions end there, though, as her weekend work would only come if a stray Brutal/Prodigy event came along, and her poor bases wouldn’t make much of an impact even if they did.
Gladiator Spock
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The renaissance man is at it again, this time putting Gangster's peashooter to shame. Double digit traits have created double, double digit event chances and give him excellent utility for both voyage antimatter and future event bonuses. His base SEC is leagues ahead of the next best Spock option who happens to be someone players rarely immortalize; one-star wonder Gangster Spock. He can handle his variants' competition with a single star and in many cases will be the easy choice over super rares to win your favor for shuttle seating. In combination with prodigious weekend work, his gun (sword, I guess) will be called upon fairly frequently.
Gladiator is just as brawny on voyages where a still-good raw total meets an option deficient skill set to make him the #2 SEC/SCI voyager behind the much ballyhooed Gary Seven and is the only other such crew in the top 100, so rest assured that his voyage work is safe for quite a while. Piddly proficiency numbers and middling arena work are available for the glass-half-empty crowd to critique, but his owners will be too busy using him regularly to care.
Gladiator is just as brawny on voyages where a still-good raw total meets an option deficient skill set to make him the #2 SEC/SCI voyager behind the much ballyhooed Gary Seven and is the only other such crew in the top 100, so rest assured that his voyage work is safe for quite a while. Piddly proficiency numbers and middling arena work are available for the glass-half-empty crowd to critique, but his owners will be too busy using him regularly to care.
Governor Worf
From the creators of Kahless the Expensive comes Governor Worf. He's literally a carbon copy on voyages; all three skills and overall total within single digit points of each other. It's fair to worry about CMD/DIP/SEC's longevity in the face of power creep, but Kahless has hung on among the elite for over two years, so let's hope that similarity carries over too.
From there their paths diverge - Kahless to the land of dice rolls and Worf to weekend warrior. Governor's huge CMD score is more than suitable for daily shuttles and though he doesn't have many eventable traits to prop up his bonus count, Worf + Klingon is far better than most crew get. His only other peripheral perk is a hardy +11 arena attack that comes online quickly enough if you can meet the trigger requirement.
From there their paths diverge - Kahless to the land of dice rolls and Worf to weekend warrior. Governor's huge CMD score is more than suitable for daily shuttles and though he doesn't have many eventable traits to prop up his bonus count, Worf + Klingon is far better than most crew get. His only other peripheral perk is a hardy +11 arena attack that comes online quickly enough if you can meet the trigger requirement.
Honored Owosekun
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Flying under the radar for her lack of an on-screen presence, OwO still brings the thunder with a top shelf event/voyage pairing that would garner her universal praise if it were attached to a Kirk or Dax. Nevertheless, we will continue to be showered with weekend bonuses for Discovery crew and Owo should be safe even if DB trims down the bonus list. After all, she DOES sit on the bridge.
On voyages, she dodges the deluge of SCI/CMD crew with a tertiary ENG that only Mountaineer Spock shares. Her trait list is a bit thin, but with Disco dominance in one hand and fantastic daily numbers in the other, she's as safe as it gets for a crew not on the cover of your DVD box set.
On voyages, she dodges the deluge of SCI/CMD crew with a tertiary ENG that only Mountaineer Spock shares. Her trait list is a bit thin, but with Disco dominance in one hand and fantastic daily numbers in the other, she's as safe as it gets for a crew not on the cover of your DVD box set.
Leonardo da Vinci
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Saluti! Allow me to regale you with the story of Leonardo da Timelines. The first legendary to sport the ENG/SCI/MED skill set is not far off from turning three years old, yet he remains among the more effective crew in the game. His delicious trait mélange has afforded him enough cracks at the event wheel for our purposes as more should continue to trickle in from megas and one-offs. Fringe collection and gauntlet offerings add a bit of garnish to his main course; voyages. Though crew wearing his skill set now number in the double digits, the blessed union of skill set and raw stat total allow him to mantain his mantle of key voyage cog.
Leucon
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We already have a bad dad joke in the Big Book (Dick Bashir also hanging out in this debut 6-pack), but at least Leucon's card stats aren't nearly as despicable. Mark Sheppard fans (from every TV show ever) should feel vindicated if they luck out and acquire this crew - he's got impressive voyage credentials to hand wave otherwise narrow utility and earn him long term roster usage.
The top voyage ranks have historically moved at a glacial pace and even if SCI/ENG is not a particularly uncommon pairing or you're lamenting a lack of MED for this bio-engineering geneticist, Leucon at least dominates his skill set competition on voyages and is a near lock to still be a top 10 voyage name to open 2021.
The utility gulf is massive when looking for other contributions from this crew; the most notable of which is a ranked gauntlet pair which has a few 45% crit trait sets, but will be easily manhandled by The Caretaker and even global gift Survivalist Kirk. In the debate of utility versus raw power, it's clear which side Leucon comes down on.
The top voyage ranks have historically moved at a glacial pace and even if SCI/ENG is not a particularly uncommon pairing or you're lamenting a lack of MED for this bio-engineering geneticist, Leucon at least dominates his skill set competition on voyages and is a near lock to still be a top 10 voyage name to open 2021.
The utility gulf is massive when looking for other contributions from this crew; the most notable of which is a ranked gauntlet pair which has a few 45% crit trait sets, but will be easily manhandled by The Caretaker and even global gift Survivalist Kirk. In the debate of utility versus raw power, it's clear which side Leucon comes down on.
New Eden Pike
Locked, cocked, and loaded since the Big Book was a twinkle in my eye, we can finally proclaim; Headin' out to Eden, Yeah Brother! This Pike hits the triumvirate of base, voyage, and event power while graciously sporting a splash of SCI to avoid the dreaded redundant skill set of redundancy. If you're after a crew comp, look no further than the former campaign offering Professor Sato. They share a skill order so Pike is a voyage upgrade in almost every category while also septupling her event count at the cost of owning a merely mortal DIP base.
If you're a free-to-player who's hurting for big DIP due to a lack of strong mega DIP crew, Pike is someone to grab a copy of and even star up, especially if the Discovery megas keep rolling.
If you're a free-to-player who's hurting for big DIP due to a lack of strong mega DIP crew, Pike is someone to grab a copy of and even star up, especially if the Discovery megas keep rolling.
Pining Vina
Vina adorably bests New Eden Pike for the top Disco DIP spot and continues the long held tradition of immediately power creeping crew you just worked/paid for. The raw numbers are there in more than one area, but if your name is Devinoni and you're looking for an edge, this crew doesn't quite fit the bill. Despite offering little unique, Vina's stats are significant enough to garner shuttle and voyage work on any roster and a splash of MED is something we rarely pass on, especially if you weren't playing during the former MED/DIP megas. She may shrivel up if Discovery events do too, but as of now she's a strong voyager with bursts of weekend impact.
Professor Sato
Meet the woman responsible for single-handedly annihilating the Diplomacy skill. Before her appearance, the gaps between #1 and the base ranks below were 6, 9, 6, 4, and 2. Her lead over then-#1 Odo is 238. Her DIP base at 1/5 tops dozens of 5/5 DIP crew like Smitten or Mambo Picard. There's never been such a huge domination of the ranks like that before and if she were Professors Data, Dax, or Burnham, then she would be among the most valuable crew in the game.
Luckily for those who don't have her, Sato sits at three total events with few traits likely to trigger a bonus. But the rest of the time, she is the quintessential shuttle anchor and will frequently find work for faction events that feature more SCI/ENG-focused crew whose variants lack DIP options. Her voyage work is serviceable and a dash of SCI will help break up any CMD/DIP/SEC logjams ahead of her. A singular crew, Sato will easily stand out on your roster, even if the value of what she excels at is up for debate.
Luckily for those who don't have her, Sato sits at three total events with few traits likely to trigger a bonus. But the rest of the time, she is the quintessential shuttle anchor and will frequently find work for faction events that feature more SCI/ENG-focused crew whose variants lack DIP options. Her voyage work is serviceable and a dash of SCI will help break up any CMD/DIP/SEC logjams ahead of her. A singular crew, Sato will easily stand out on your roster, even if the value of what she excels at is up for debate.
Prophet Sarah Sisko
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Voyages, voyages, voyages. She's one of a few DIP/SCI powerhouses in the top ten, but holds her own alongside them. And though that area of the game has long been thought of as her ceiling, the Bajoran trait popped twice in 2019 and may have a mega looming sometime down the line. If you're looking to finish up your Inspiring collection, she's a fine citation magnet with a massive pay off for one of the most important areas of the game.
Q as "God"
You can read more about this former mega crew in The Big Book of Fish Jokes, but Qod's effectiveness is no laughing matter. Sharing a legendary skill order with only Mobile Doc who sits a cool 200 voyage ranks below him (~10.5% power), he's one of the top MED voyagers and in many circumstances should be giving the boot to 2-skillers Culber or Pulaski if you're using them in that capacity.
Similarly for base, Qod continues the march of crew climbing the ladder to try and reach the #1 overall MED leader Culber. If you've never had the chance to snag the Disco Demigod, Qod should soften the blow and approximate Culber's fused power in most situations. He's the first (but not last) Q continuum crew with the MED skill and will monopolize their events' shuttles as well as bettering former MED megas for non-bonus situations without crowding them out of voyages. He's a row of zeroes elsewhere, but big base power, an average event clip, and a great voyage compliment makes it worth paying for his last star on any roster.
Similarly for base, Qod continues the march of crew climbing the ladder to try and reach the #1 overall MED leader Culber. If you've never had the chance to snag the Disco Demigod, Qod should soften the blow and approximate Culber's fused power in most situations. He's the first (but not last) Q continuum crew with the MED skill and will monopolize their events' shuttles as well as bettering former MED megas for non-bonus situations without crowding them out of voyages. He's a row of zeroes elsewhere, but big base power, an average event clip, and a great voyage compliment makes it worth paying for his last star on any roster.
Queen Po
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Eenie, queenie, miney...ah forget it. ENG is the new DIP, it seems, as DB showered us in big ENG bases throughout 2019. In other words, if you've got a fiver, DB has an "authentic" Rolex for you. Her event count reads like a Kirk or Jadzia, but might be a house of cards with Discovery as her primary weekend consideration and a motley assortment of traits. Naturally her ENG would rank highly among all of them, but depending solely on traits for event bonuses is playing a risky game. Somewhat more encouraging is her voyage ability which helps boost a skill pairing which has gained representation lately, but is still on the uncommon side.
We're obligated to remind you that Po was a prior campaign offering, but that doesn't dent her value as much as others as her primary consideration was always voyages. Po's double collections for a single star were worth it for players who snagged four copies at once and might be a nice cherry on top if you still need Jury Rigger help.
We're obligated to remind you that Po was a prior campaign offering, but that doesn't dent her value as much as others as her primary consideration was always voyages. Po's double collections for a single star were worth it for players who snagged four copies at once and might be a nice cherry on top if you still need Jury Rigger help.
Quinn
The rare reward for a mission in Episode 10, Quinn is a base and voyage powerhouse. His event future isn't all that promising with no variants and a trait set esoteric enough to make an interior decorator blush, but with daily use numbers like Quinn boasts, he might not need them. The #2 CMD/DIP/SEC voyage score and a huge DIP base will garner him about as much work as he can handle on any roster. The pitfalls of CMD/DIP/SEC one-off crew are very well documented, but he's also a statistical force who beams himself and an ad-warped copy onto your ship for free.
Reverend Phlox
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Repent, sinner! Or the minister may perform an exorcism on you with his osmotic eels. The first thing you should know about the Rev is that among legendary crew, only he, Dr. Pollard, and Captain Beverly Picard have MED and CMD as their top two skills. Which means that for certain voyage configurations, he's not just a great option, he's the only option. Rev's WAR stat, or the difference in power between him and an average MED/CMD replacement, is monstrous and in most cases even better than ENG/MED crew and other rare combos.
A #1 voyage pair is generally enough to justify splashing some behold capital, but his offerings outside of voyages are still quality, if a step down. A top five gauntlet pair, THREE variant-best bases for a modest number of events, strong six second arena EV, and a good "MED and CMD" shuttle score. If you want to build a well-rounded roster, boost your weakest area, or need someone for your High School's production of Merry Poppins, Phlox is your man.
A #1 voyage pair is generally enough to justify splashing some behold capital, but his offerings outside of voyages are still quality, if a step down. A top five gauntlet pair, THREE variant-best bases for a modest number of events, strong six second arena EV, and a good "MED and CMD" shuttle score. If you want to build a well-rounded roster, boost your weakest area, or need someone for your High School's production of Merry Poppins, Phlox is your man.
Saboteur Garak
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From arguably the best episode in the history of Star Trek comes inarguably Timelines' best version of Garak. He is tailor-made (groan) for the weekend, with variant-best (and Cardassian-best) SEC and ENG bases paired with an event count that seems to be picking up speed and could hit on any of several potential eventable traits. He's no slouch for daily use either, with SEC/ENG voyage metrics placing him right in the thick of things and a 400% damage ship ability similar to previous campaign crew Leland, which pairs excellently with a Killy/RP Commandant to make a strong one-two punch for Arena and Skirmishes. I don't know about you, but I'd call THAT a bargain.
Science Officer Spock
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Just look at that event count. The event count of a thinker. A warrior. A man for all seasons. Yes, Spock is all that and more. But he is not perfect. Perhaps his greatest fault was that SCI/CMD/DIP skill set which now sits just behind CMD/DIP/SEC for representation. His SCI primary and still-good voyage power will keep him busy, but it's the prodigous event work that we're all gathered for here today.
If Beardless Disco Spock did nothing else for your roster, he would still be quite possibly the busiest weekend warrior this game may ever see. The utility may not be off the charts, but Spock is an empire unto himself and an established event piece that you don't want to be without.
If Beardless Disco Spock did nothing else for your roster, he would still be quite possibly the busiest weekend warrior this game may ever see. The utility may not be off the charts, but Spock is an empire unto himself and an established event piece that you don't want to be without.
Seeking Spock
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Giant Intergalactic Space Probes Seeking Spock is not a section I expected to find in the newspaper but here we are! Spock has a decently high SCI stat to score him #10 in the rankings which also makes him the second best SCI Spock behind Science Officer. His combined SCI/MED scores give him a nice boost in voyages just behind Indulgant Seven and his Voyage rank, although not as strong as some, is respectable enough to earn him a place on your outgoing excursions. Combine all that with the fact he is Spock, a name bound to gain plenty of event usage in the future! Now back to the paper, ooh Tellerites Seeking Zakdorn!
Sinister Picard
Why yes, he DOES look appropriately sinister, don't you agree? On the one-eyed face of it, this particular pastiche of a Parisian Pickerd (I don't think JL is Parisian, but shh, the alliteration is so nice) is uninteresting - another CMD/DIP/SECcer, who cares, right? But sporting Koloth-esque voyage power, a bevy of useful traits, and now the new #1 base Picard SEC, he outperforms a mediocre base rank and a slightly empty resume elsewhere with style. Whether you think the Six Pack SpinTM is worth it is up to you, but he's definitely one of the better cards we've gotten recently.
Soji Asha
Well, here we are, the Destr - Spoiler herself. What can I say without spoiling things for those of you who have yet to see Picard? For one thing, I can tell you that you can get a month free of CBS All Access using the codes GIFT and ENJOY, so if you're looking for something to binge while we're all locked inside, hopefully I've just done you a solid.
For another, Soji is good. Damn good. We're about at the point where MED primaries are tipping over into common enough where I can't just give instant credit for them, especially what with her being the fourth MED primary mega character, but she's one of the best, so you'll have to endure my favouritism a little while longer. And for those of you who have somehow managed to avoid building up strong DIP bases, she'll help you out a little there, too.
Her traits outside of the invisible Picard show label aren't astounding, there's little to be found in the Gauntlet or the Arena for her, and there's no collection value to her, but her numbers are quite simply just that good. Absolutely worth citing up, which I'm sure is the question you came here looking for an answer to. See, I managed to make you read the whole note! That's how you keep engagement.
For another, Soji is good. Damn good. We're about at the point where MED primaries are tipping over into common enough where I can't just give instant credit for them, especially what with her being the fourth MED primary mega character, but she's one of the best, so you'll have to endure my favouritism a little while longer. And for those of you who have somehow managed to avoid building up strong DIP bases, she'll help you out a little there, too.
Her traits outside of the invisible Picard show label aren't astounding, there's little to be found in the Gauntlet or the Arena for her, and there's no collection value to her, but her numbers are quite simply just that good. Absolutely worth citing up, which I'm sure is the question you came here looking for an answer to. See, I managed to make you read the whole note! That's how you keep engagement.
Surak
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He no longer owns a sterling #1 gauntlet pair, but thanks to his availability as a mega event crew, the Walls of Surak (my band's name) still echo in the gauntlet. Besides being unavoidable there, a healthy SCI base and even better voyage total have him contributing from multiple angles. With Vulcan unlikely to be his last trait mega, it would be only logical to behold him if you have the chance. He's one of the best daily use crew in the game and excellent right from star one.
Survivalist Kirk
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True to his on-screen performance, this Kirk has cobbled together every useful part of a card and created a cannon of a crew. Collection? Check. Multiple ranked Gauntlet pairs, strong skirmish ability, above average voyage power? Check, check, check. The crafty Kirk has picked the perfect character to be a proficiency crew for because he's the only variant with SCI and was only recently passed over for best Kirk ENG. Which means that, barring other featured characters, he'll have a ~400 ENG and ~900 SCI lead over the best non-bonus options for Kirk event shuttles. Great news, since over 80% of Kirk's events have included shuttles. If you want to collect crew from each character and have your bases covered (pardon the pun) for events, Survivalist Kirk is the easiest choice you can make.
Timekeeper Tenavik
Sidling up to the renowned First Officer Burnham, this Timelord siphons her usefulness and reputation as if he were living on Planet M-113. A very good imitation, Tenavik offers fulsome base and voyage power in amounts very similar to Burnham, trading in her variant event history for some very spotty traits and the Disco tag which has provided ample opportunity to date. There's a drop of arena utility here, but really T-sizzle is your standard base/voyage tool who earns plenty of use despite an increasingly redundant skill set.
Torpedo Surgeon McCoy
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MED cards are always on the top of everyone’s hitlist but the MED/SCI field has been somewhat filled out lately with additions such as previous-mega crew Q As “God” and the elusive Indulgent Seven. What separates McCoy out from the pack is a healthy event count, a smattering of a rare spice called ENG skill and a pretty decent ship ability.
For MED work McCoy will see plenty of work on shuttles and voyages complementing God Q if you were playing during that era and he may be your top MED/SCI crew should your roster be lacking. His ship ability has one of the most varied instant damages in the game with 400% inflicted if you can hold off of the trigger that long.
What I think lets McCoy down is not the decent stats in front of us, but the potential of what he could have been had his ENG and SCI skills been swapped. MED/SCI/ENG is a rare combination however McCoy does not contribute enough engineering prowess to make a meaningful difference in this category. However he has enough depth in numbers and sits in a few top tens so the choice to cite him shouldn’t be a hard one.
For MED work McCoy will see plenty of work on shuttles and voyages complementing God Q if you were playing during that era and he may be your top MED/SCI crew should your roster be lacking. His ship ability has one of the most varied instant damages in the game with 400% inflicted if you can hold off of the trigger that long.
What I think lets McCoy down is not the decent stats in front of us, but the potential of what he could have been had his ENG and SCI skills been swapped. MED/SCI/ENG is a rare combination however McCoy does not contribute enough engineering prowess to make a meaningful difference in this category. However he has enough depth in numbers and sits in a few top tens so the choice to cite him shouldn’t be a hard one.
Tribble Herder Scotty
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Years of wailing and gnashing of teeth over Scotty's dreary in-game representation has finally paid off as DB backed up the Dump Truck of Power to this super serious Tribble variant. For almost two years, The Caretaker has had little trouble swatting away competition for 'the best ENG voyager' and though ENG/MED purists may still have his back, Scotty has thrown his hat in the ring and has a good case to make.
Not much of a gauntlet asset (any ranked pair is solely the result of the gaping ENG chasm behind The Caretaker), Scotty gleans his voyage power primarily off the back of his bases. If he should ever pick up his first variant Faction event, smashing shuttles should be no tribble at all.
Scotty's utility elsewhere is held together by Spit and Bailing Wire, but considering his effectiveness for daily work, he'll make you forget all about other empty calorie ENG bases. Now, say it with me. "I didn't mean to say that Ru'afo should be hauling garbage....I meant to say that he should be hauled away AS GARBAGE!"
Not much of a gauntlet asset (any ranked pair is solely the result of the gaping ENG chasm behind The Caretaker), Scotty gleans his voyage power primarily off the back of his bases. If he should ever pick up his first variant Faction event, smashing shuttles should be no tribble at all.
Scotty's utility elsewhere is held together by Spit and Bailing Wire, but considering his effectiveness for daily work, he'll make you forget all about other empty calorie ENG bases. Now, say it with me. "I didn't mean to say that Ru'afo should be hauling garbage....I meant to say that he should be hauled away AS GARBAGE!"
Twilight T'Pol
1
Think Defensive Phlox. Down arrow inside of the gauntlet, up arrow outside of it. In the rock, paper, scissors world of dice rolling, it doesn't bode well for Twilight to see Pufferfish Phlox ranked ahead of all of her gauntlet pairs, but he's not generally a crew you'll meet walls of. Established rosters may not be bringing her without a crit advantage - luckily, she enjoys the occasional 45% gauntlet and, regardless, will be a big boon for newer rosters or those who don't own the gauntlet's premier MED option.
Outside of the gauntlet, she's a step up in our comparison. T'Pol slots in as the second best voyager for her rather rare skill set and, in combination with a MED primary, will often contradict a disappointing voyage rank in practice. Five consecutive years of variant events, a Vulcan trait that still sits in the right bonus pool range for further work, and a debut mega all amount to above average weekend work, even if the bases of this gauntlet crew don't 'Wow'.
Outside of the gauntlet, she's a step up in our comparison. T'Pol slots in as the second best voyager for her rather rare skill set and, in combination with a MED primary, will often contradict a disappointing voyage rank in practice. Five consecutive years of variant events, a Vulcan trait that still sits in the right bonus pool range for further work, and a debut mega all amount to above average weekend work, even if the bases of this gauntlet crew don't 'Wow'.
Vice Admiral Janeway
1
A favorite of The Big Book staff for a bouffant hairstyle that puts Worf to shame, this Vice cops to being a bigger badass than Worf too. Great bases, including a variant-dominating CMD, perform Admirably throughout fistfuls of bonuses from Janeway's events and two scoops of traits. Her voyage power is the side dish here, but does well enough as a top ten CMD/ENG option to garner weekly work and make her an enticing option for citations.
Xindi Insectoid Councilor
2
See Sisko, Prophet Sarah. Though we may squeeze the odd event out of his four traits, the bug doesn't really need them to be an elite daily use crew. Non-event bases are typically non-starters, but in this case you have a voyager you'll never freeze who can handle shuttle duty admirably for two different skills. Double collections are not out of reach for a crew worthy of citations. He's in the mix among the best non-event crew in the game.
Age of Sail Troi
1
"Will, I sense that we should have retracted the plank, not removed the plank."
Any roster still using super rares on voyages should welcome aboard MED at every opportunity and AoS Troi, one of only two MED/dip voyagers released over the last year, certainly qualifies. The raw numbers there are worthwhile, but it's in combination with the dearth of that skill set where they shine.
If voyaging the high seas aboard the HMS Enterprise doesn't suit your fancy, Troi has a few other noteworthy offerings. Her MED base won't find much work without a bonus, but edges out Assimilated Troi for tops among super rare variants and comes with a vanity collection spot and (brief) +9 attack boost on ships. Troi is a fantastic get for early-mid game rosters with a somewhat fluffier impact for long time players.
Any roster still using super rares on voyages should welcome aboard MED at every opportunity and AoS Troi, one of only two MED/dip voyagers released over the last year, certainly qualifies. The raw numbers there are worthwhile, but it's in combination with the dearth of that skill set where they shine.
If voyaging the high seas aboard the HMS Enterprise doesn't suit your fancy, Troi has a few other noteworthy offerings. Her MED base won't find much work without a bonus, but edges out Assimilated Troi for tops among super rare variants and comes with a vanity collection spot and (brief) +9 attack boost on ships. Troi is a fantastic get for early-mid game rosters with a somewhat fluffier impact for long time players.
Alan-A-Dale
2
Geordi's voyage work is still on par with new 4/4 or 1/5 releases, but most of his post-fusion goodness comes in the form of double collections, a smattering of traits to provide some weekend opportunities, and being one of only two DIP options for La Forge events. Just don't forget to search for him when thawing variants for an event.
Android Kirk
Let's consider the cards that Timelines could have given us from "What Are Little Girl's Made Of". Andrea? Nope. Roger Corby? What are we thinking! Kirk holding the iconic Ruk in what is a memorable image from The Original Series? Don't be daft. No it's regular vanilla kirk, but he's an android inside! God forbid I attempt to get my wallet out for this one...
Regardless of his boring appearance he does boast some unique prowess. He dethrones Desert T'Pol as the top SEC/SCI voyager and comes in quite high in the voyage rankings. His event count is significant enough that you are bound to get get some use for him in the many faction events Kirk is a part of. Like his namesake not the most inspirational card in your roster but certainly not without his use.
Regardless of his boring appearance he does boast some unique prowess. He dethrones Desert T'Pol as the top SEC/SCI voyager and comes in quite high in the voyage rankings. His event count is significant enough that you are bound to get get some use for him in the many faction events Kirk is a part of. Like his namesake not the most inspirational card in your roster but certainly not without his use.
Armed Philippa Georgiou
2
The best case scenario for any CMD/DIP/SEC crew or thin trait set. Georgiou has probably outlived her voyage usefulness in most situations thanks to a particularly poor skill set, but with double collections and a monstrous event clip (and event future), she'll do most of her heavy lifting post-cryo.
Captain Janeway
While this particular variant is as boring as dollar store vanilla ice cream, she’s still a warm and able body for Factions. Narrow window as quick +Acc arena crew would seemingly be her only other use - but wait! There’s more! Just like Tuvix, the Duras Sisters and the Bynars, this particular Janeway can be fused with Mutated Paris to form Evolved Janeway, an above average legendary with superlative DIP/SCI and a place in every Voyager fan’s heart. Don’t be so quick to airlock her when you see her anymore - each copy is one step closer to that great big salamander in the sky.
Combat Medic Paris
Medic's strong voyage MED is paired with two trickier skill combos to give him 8+ hour staying power. Nine of Paris' twelve events have had a Faction component and he has two features in Galaxy events (10x bonus) - great news for the owner of the #1 MED base. He's all-star for the less represented MED skill and shrugs off sinking voyage numbers with a skill set that among legendary crew only Warship EMA shares.
Data Q
A unique dual-eligible crew, Data Q qualifies for both of those variants’ events. Going forward, that means that he’s the #2 SCI base for both characters and has collected a significant event tally to date. His five second attack trigger on ships is likely to be overrated as he’s clearly the class of the options for his debut Skirmish event, but you typically don’t have to look too far to find similar or better options. With little of interest on the periphery, Data Q is merely fine for daily play, but should be costing you bundles of merits to thaw for Faction events down the line.
Dejaren
A crew from Voyager that’s actually a good...voyager, huzzah he’s worthwhile for both out-going missions and wholesale mass murder! Whilst SEC/CMD is a common combination that most players will get plenty of over time, few can pass the bar for staying power on voyages.
The classic long-term potential from variant events or collections is missing, however he does have a speedy 200% damage boost at six seconds which is sure to turn a few heads in the Arena. Don’t expect to see him on many shuttle seats outside of trait bonus weekends, however, as his bases don’t quite hit the levels to compete with low fused golds, but the fused stats measure up well.
The classic long-term potential from variant events or collections is missing, however he does have a speedy 200% damage boost at six seconds which is sure to turn a few heads in the Arena. Don’t expect to see him on many shuttle seats outside of trait bonus weekends, however, as his bases don’t quite hit the levels to compete with low fused golds, but the fused stats measure up well.
Desert T'Pol
1
The bulk of T’Pol’s value will come from voyages, and she ranks quite well there, with a top ten voyage total and #1 SCI/SEC score, besting former #1 Fugitive Spock by a fairly significant margin. In a skill combo that is always difficult to fill adequately, that kind of power matters. T’Pol also has a solid event count, and brings a variant-best SEC and #3 SCI base to her weekends on duty, which means she ought to find a shuttle seat more often than not, even if her bases tend toward good-not-great.
Desperate Riker
1
He’s not sure what to do with his hands, but with his third event of 2019, he pushes into double digit Riker weekends which makes Homeless Jazz Hands Riker’s #4 CMD and #3 ENG bases among variants valuable event shuttle fillers. Newer rosters can make use of his viable CMD/ENG voyage stack and +6 attack booster at 6 seconds that kicks up to +9 if you manage the position trigger. Even adds a helpful +1 Veteran. For just one crew slot and 34 cents a day, you can help provide warmth and shelter for Rikers just like this one. Call now.
Fenris Ranger Seven
1
Go go Seven Rangers~! Mighty morphin' Annika here may not seem like a great get right out of the gate, but much like a Megazord, it's in the fusion of good things that you come to something great. For one thing, she's a 4* Borg, so that niggling little collection just got a little easier for those of you who don't want to Immortalise dregs like Lore or One.
For another, much like Jodmos, she has what counts for Super Rare crew as your roster deepens and you stop relying on them for voyages - events, and uncommon bases. Consider the fact that her nearest competition for Seven SEC bases are the laughably underpowered EV Suit Seven, the outclassed Tsunkatse Seven, or the beautiful-but-dead-in-the-water Mademoiselle de Neuf, and you start to see that there's actually tremendous value in a common shuttle seat base when it's tied to a character with a strong event history.
She may not be dual-wielding, and she may not inspire you with her plain, brute strength, but she'll be an essential cog for anyone hoping to build a roster capable of making a dent in Factions. You'll freeze her, no doubt, but unlike some, she'll actually find her way out again.
For another, much like Jodmos, she has what counts for Super Rare crew as your roster deepens and you stop relying on them for voyages - events, and uncommon bases. Consider the fact that her nearest competition for Seven SEC bases are the laughably underpowered EV Suit Seven, the outclassed Tsunkatse Seven, or the beautiful-but-dead-in-the-water Mademoiselle de Neuf, and you start to see that there's actually tremendous value in a common shuttle seat base when it's tied to a character with a strong event history.
She may not be dual-wielding, and she may not inspire you with her plain, brute strength, but she'll be an essential cog for anyone hoping to build a roster capable of making a dent in Factions. You'll freeze her, no doubt, but unlike some, she'll actually find her way out again.
Friar Tuck Data
1
Friar Tuck is the top voyager in his skill set and has plenty of events and traits. His bases aren't outstanding, but manage to avoid the ENG logjam from so many other legendary Datas and will perform nicely for SEC/DIP event shuttles instead. Take note of his expensive build cost including a fistful of Sec 31 items, but he will pay off the investment when finished.
Indignant Seven
1
No, Honey, I was listening. But I can’t this weekend, my mother is stopping by to visit us. Why are you looking at me like that? Folks, be glad that you’re not the one she’s glaring at. The newest model in fusion cuisine, Fury Seven combines with a pricier legendary crew to form a unique and powerful five star Seven. As a standalone super rare, this crew marks the end of the Borg collection requiring a legendary crew to complete and pitches in competent shuttle SCI for events which come at a reasonable clip. But you’ll likely get more use out of her final form provided you can meet the asking price.
Katra McCoy
2
The Vulcan trait opens up his event chances (including 2 prior features) and puts him in two of the easier collections. In combination with big base and voyage MED numbers, Katra is useful in several areas, both daily and long term.
Klingon O'Brien
2
A name that doesn't get mentioned enough. Very versatile and effective crew between his stout voyage numbers (#1 ENG+DIP total), double collections, and Klingon + O'Brien events. Even worth a look in the arena where short initialization +Acc/shield repair and strong passive numbers can be situationally useful. Docked a point for a fairly expensive equip cost, but his immortalized value is worth it.
Marshal of France Q
1
His #2 overall CMD proficiency roll, rivaled only by Kahless, gives him ranked pair power even against legendary crew and he frequently catches increased crit values. It also helps make him a top voyage option. Though that doesn't leave much meat on the bone for bases, he's had a half dozen events thus far and is +1 for one of the trickier collections.
Mirror Geordi La Forge
1
Poor bases, but pretty frequently event crew thanks to a few traits. Big proficiency numbers, including the #3 overall ENG roll, make him a force in the gauntlet and also voyages where his stat total is still running hot and his ENG top five among 3-skillers.
Mutated Paris
Not nearly as bad as his episode, Mutated Paris contributes appreciable shuttle DIP and pairs it with double-digit event bonuses. He asks a relatively pricey build in return (chrons and Augment items), which means you may not want to level him until the week before one of his events. Or, indeed, you may not want to level him at all, given that his fused offering of Evolved Janeway far outstrips any niche role he can fulfill as shuttle crew - and thanks to the level 99 equipment exploit, Captain Janeway’s far easier build is definitely the preferable option.
Niners Rom
3
His big ENG base is fit for day to day use and a handful of Rom and Ferengi events will warrant thawing him if your roster matures enough to replace him on daily shuttles. Perhaps even more important are his triple collections, especially the ever-tricky Jury Rigger.
Nurse Faith Garland
Impressive voyage and gauntlet numbers for a one-off character. If this were a Dax or Data, she might be keeping tier 1 company. Mirror Phlox's gauntlet dance partner; she see-saws with him among the pair rankings depending on the skill and owns the highest minimum proficiency for MED, meaning she’ll be more reliable than other strong, but risky crew like Defensive Phlox. She also has more ranked gauntlet pairs than anyone not named Caretaker or Doc Crusher. If you need MED crew, she's one of the best starting right at 1/4. For voyages, she’s one of three MED primaries in the top 70 voyage totals and does well there even alongside fused legendaries. For overall daily use she’s fantastic enough to overcome the lack of long term perks that would sink most cards.
Princess Jadzia
1
Impressive voyage, event, and base numbers. Being only 4 points off the SCI leader for a character as popular as Dax makes Princess a base + event count marriage made in heaven. Her spot in a very tricky to complete collection only cements her position as a must-have.
Prisoner O'Brien
1
Good voyage numbers, including the #2 voyage ENG, will earn him work there alongside low fusion 5* crew. The tough Jury Rigger collection and a half dozen O’Brien events grant him long term benefits as well. Though his proficiency total isn't spectacular, he owns the #2 ENG roll (#7 overall) in a fairly competitive skill outside of The Caretaker.
RAF Julian Bashir
3
Triple collections, double-digit events, double event features, #2 MED base. One of the best 2-skill Super Rares. A fast arena EV ability with strong passive stats make him a tech option there as well.
Riker Q
The William Riker legacy. Is it that he relinquished the incredible power of the Q for the sake of his friends? Is it the way he swings his legs over the backs of chairs and women? No, it’s this big, fat DIP base! By now you don’t need to be told that the skill set is redundant and he offers squat in several areas such as collections and gauntlet where his proficiency total is behind over a hundred green and blue rarity crew. But we’re in the middle of Rikermania with this particular variant snagging his eleventh event bonus over the last year (thank you, megas). You can feel the heat coming off Victorian Pulaski’s cheeks from here as RiQer lines up even more of his traits for future event work.
Robin Hood
1
A big SEC base, handful of events, and top 1/3rd voyage numbers will keep him busy on most rosters and a vanity collection spot is a nice post-fusion perk. Plus pencil mustaches are making a comeback. The skill set is a bummer and will get him replaced more quickly than others on voyages, but his shuttle work should endure and is looking at an uptick in usefulness with a Picard TV show knocking on our door.
Sarek
2
Great in nearly every area of the game. Double collections, an 800+ base, plenty of events between Sarek, Vulcan, and Disco weekends, and strong voyage numbers. Even a helpful +9 attack in the arena that's fast enough to supplement almost any crew.
Sarina Douglas
1
One of the best super rare voyagers currently in the game and likely for a long time thanks to her skill set. Zimmerman is her closest competition, but he lacks the same punch - like all other ENG+MED crew, he sacrifices some base power for versatility. Not so here. Her strong SCI base is laudable, and although an equivalent Burnham or Dax might be better to keep around since they pick up a lot of events as well, it's hard to talk about "when you freeze her", because with her voyage credentials, she won't be edged out there until you're super late game 🐋.
Tee Time Doctor
1
As Jimmy Demaret said "Golf and sex are about the only things you can enjoy without being good at" well he clearly forgot about rating images of holographic golfers for a mobile game. In the Super Rare leagues it's always refreshing to get more MED and his combination of DIP/MED is #1 for SR voyagers both in the pair and for DIP/MED/SEC. Nothing overly spectacular about his numbers but for newer rosters it's enough of the right combination to be a boon on any voyage.
He's also close to dethroning Mintakan Troi's domination of the DIP/MED pairings however she still has him beat on shuttles, even if it is a slim margin. No doubt that those who have been cherry picking MED crew over the last year will put him on a straight line for the freezer but those who run a tighter wallet could grab a contender to Captive Bashirs domination of that skill set. Now where did I leave my nine iron...
He's also close to dethroning Mintakan Troi's domination of the DIP/MED pairings however she still has him beat on shuttles, even if it is a slim margin. No doubt that those who have been cherry picking MED crew over the last year will put him on a straight line for the freezer but those who run a tighter wallet could grab a contender to Captive Bashirs domination of that skill set. Now where did I leave my nine iron...
The President of Earth
3
Triple collections and a handful of events are generally a bounty for the average Super Rare. But he also pitches in reasonable voyage power in the form of the always useful MED and MED/CMD. An above average DIP/MED gauntlet pair and plenty of traits makes him a 1/4 asset to new players, especially when they line up for 65% crit.
Tieran Possessed Kes
I had to zoom out just to screenshot her competition for base CMD; you may even notice a few 5/5s in there whose primary she bests. Surprisingly, she's not the top CMD voyager, but having the only secondary-or-better MED in the top 80 CMD means she fills that particular niche wonderfully with solid totals to boot. Her daily work is among the best in the game, but she's won’t catch regular events and boasts no collections which dampens her desirability a bit. Thankfully, Kes’ lone event feature was alongside the popular Killy in a faction event which should be ripe for a re-run, perhaps in 2019.
Torchbearer Voq
1
His #1 voyage total (800 points better than the worst 3-skillers) is impressive no matter the skill set. But he has more to offer - a collection spot and an 800+ DIP base paired with the event-useful Klingon and Disco traits. Don't let his skill set stop you from taking him.
Tourist Quark
1
Most people don't think "powerhouse" when they see Quark's shapely lobes, but this variant very nearly is. Great voyage numbers and only two crew rated higher have better MED. Two very usable bases for Quark's double-digit events, and +1 Ferengi collection give him several avenues to contribute. Only 11 Ferengi items required to FE make him a bargain.
Tsunkatse Seven
1
Fantastic daily use numbers for base and voyage with a spot in the Borg collection and plenty of events for down the line. She does almost everything and does it well. Probably the best Seven variant for her cost.
Vulcan Wedding T'Pol
1
Aces in most areas of the game. The #2 and 3 DIP proficiency rolls behind her belong to voyage exclusives and her voyage/voyage DIP numbers are stellar. A healthy +8 arena EV at 4 seconds will help thwart almost any instant damage crew in the arena. You can knock her for poor bases, but she has the chance to pitch in on Faction events and brings a tremendous amount of daily use value to the table.
Tier 4
Alternate Future Jadzia Dax
Jadzia brings big bases to bear in this incarnation of her character which comes with the requisite strong event pedigree including a sprinkle of traits which have provided another half dozen weekend bonuses. Her other offerings are modest - middling voyage power and slow-but-strong arena evasion - but as a side dish to her evergreen event help, Jadzia is a fine crew to pick up in a behold.
Amanda Rogers
Voyages are the name of the game where, despite ranking sub-100, Rogers' excels thanks to her tasty skill set. If you add stars to her by any means, it's almost always to help boost your ENG/MED voyage runs which sit at the bottom of everybody's list. Thin utility elsewhere includes a sketchy trait set for future event work and strong arena EV at six seconds which, like her time on screen, you may wish lasted a bit longer.
Annika Hansen Seven
Imagine the previous global gift Seven in Silver grew a third leg and became voyage-capable. Terrible and graphic analogy aside, their shuttle work is roughly similar. But despite a very handy voyage ability, MMMBop sensation Annika may miss out on some Borg trait goodness down the line, courtesy of Star Trek: Picard.
Mid-range (for a newer crew) in the areas of base, voyage, and events, Ms. Hansen is a fine pickup for those looking to acquire her for purposes of character or art, but lacks a top-end metric or unique offering.
Mid-range (for a newer crew) in the areas of base, voyage, and events, Ms. Hansen is a fine pickup for those looking to acquire her for purposes of character or art, but lacks a top-end metric or unique offering.
Armus
1
After the awesome dominance of The Caretaker, Armus seems like a step down as the rare gauntlet reward. And he is. But perhaps he's at a more suitable power level for a crew whose acquisition is a game of chance. Like other gauntlet rewards (except Locutus), he doesn't offer anything for events or on ships and shuttles. His stat-boosting collection spot is a perk and worth several times a normal collection spot due to its exclusivity, even if it's a fairly miniscule boost overall. He's fine for voyages; about average by the numbers/skill set, but likely not a crew whose duplicate would be used there.
For anyone considering citations in a collection-chasing effort, that's rarely going to be the best use of your honor. He's not good enough outside of the gauntlet to be worth the citations and with the change to gauntlet reward exclusivity, additional copies will continue to trickle in. That all being said, he's still a fantastic option for professional coin flipping enthusiasts. His #1 SCI proficiency will pick up plenty of wins in conjunction with his penchant for collecting 65% crit and a #1 ranked gauntlet pair is always valuable.
For anyone considering citations in a collection-chasing effort, that's rarely going to be the best use of your honor. He's not good enough outside of the gauntlet to be worth the citations and with the change to gauntlet reward exclusivity, additional copies will continue to trickle in. That all being said, he's still a fantastic option for professional coin flipping enthusiasts. His #1 SCI proficiency will pick up plenty of wins in conjunction with his penchant for collecting 65% crit and a #1 ranked gauntlet pair is always valuable.
Assimilated La Forge
3
LaBorg is in danger of becoming one of those crew whose reputation exceeds his grasp. Granted, we at the Big Book are partly responsible for that; players have had almost three years to talk up what has been an excellent crew and a mainstay in several areas of the game. Triple collections, triple ranked gauntlet pairs (with 65% crit capability), and double dipping La Forge and Borg events is an embarrasment of riches.
Just be sure to mentally course correct his voyage score as sub-100 and an ENG base now in the thirties. Still well-rounded and with oodles of value to offer a new player after the heroic achievement of honoring his build cost, but with much less power relative to the field these days.
Just be sure to mentally course correct his voyage score as sub-100 and an ENG base now in the thirties. Still well-rounded and with oodles of value to offer a new player after the heroic achievement of honoring his build cost, but with much less power relative to the field these days.
Away Team Saru
Double 1k bases for what we have to assume are plenty of future events and above average voyage numbers for an option-deficient skill set. You can count on one hand the number of SEC/SCI voyagers rated higher and when there's that kind of exclusivity, the totals matter less. He's lost a bit of shine as each Disco mega adds new SEC or SCI bases to the list, but the fact that this note even includes the phrase "each Disco mega" is another reason to get him on your roster.
Bartender Guinan
1
Fittingly for someone who's been to the Nexus, Bartender Guinan is a crew somewhat in purgatory these days. There's a cost associated with citing gauntlet reward crew now that they're able to drop after rotating out, meaning that her voyage potential may not be realized any time soon on some rosters. If you do have her finished, she's still useful there, but names like Vina, Merry Troi, and Humbled Archer have begun chipping away at her value.
Guinan's gauntlet power is waning too with the proliferation of Locutus again and a few MED/SEC names, though she remains untouchable and dominant in her monthly 65% crit gauntlet. A great rotational gauntlet piece (or anchor for newer players), worthwhile voyage value, and an exclusive collection spot comprise significant value for a single crew, even if you feel hamstrung by her fusion situation.
Guinan's gauntlet power is waning too with the proliferation of Locutus again and a few MED/SEC names, though she remains untouchable and dominant in her monthly 65% crit gauntlet. A great rotational gauntlet piece (or anchor for newer players), worthwhile voyage value, and an exclusive collection spot comprise significant value for a single crew, even if you feel hamstrung by her fusion situation.
Borg Queen
1
Today's obligatory Mega reputation reset reminder (what a mouthful) has been brought to you by the Big Book. You might not know the Queen is almost three years old, thanks to the wonderful flesh-stretching sessions afforded her, but a sub-20 base and 100-ish voyage rank is something to keep in mind amidst the many 'rock-solid' testimonials praising this crew.
That being said, she's still worthwhile, despite her age. Somehow the seeming one-off character has collected a handful of mega events with room for more, especially if ST:Picard buoys Borg again. And on voyages, she should make plenty of runs thanks to the rarest non-MED skill set in the game. It may not be 2017 anymore, but Alice is still turning back the clock.
That being said, she's still worthwhile, despite her age. Somehow the seeming one-off character has collected a handful of mega events with room for more, especially if ST:Picard buoys Borg again. And on voyages, she should make plenty of runs thanks to the rarest non-MED skill set in the game. It may not be 2017 anymore, but Alice is still turning back the clock.
Bounty Hunter Mudd
Boobs Mudd is better known for his art than anything statistically. That's not to say he's a bad card, but he doesn't offer anything particularly unique. He's a plus voyager in a vacuum, though players who have been around through any portion of 2019 have probably seen several ENG/SEC crew dangled in front of them with better power or utility than Mudd. Likewise, the Disco event history has been stellar, but both an end to those or a switch to bridge crew only are two red flags to consider. The two-bonus Courier mega with he and Morn doesn't seem terribly likely. Good overall stats and skill set make Mudd a fairly worthy behold choice, but a lukewarm reception is understandable.
Captain Beverly Picard
1
Not your standard crew consideration; Bev is available in a specific place for a specific price. Since her debut, she's remained firmly in Kahless' shadow. True, she doesn't measure up to him in most gauntlets, but few do. She's still quality crew and quibbles about her usually center around her cost. Four ranked gauntlet pairs, including a firm hold on the #1 MED/CMD combo, is a good place to start. But despite a top five MED proficiency, there are a few chinks in the armor. Her five traits don't collect crit bonuses quite as often as some gauntleteers and the MED ranks are overrun by more accessible super rare crew. She'll do fine as one of your gauntlet five, but don't expect her to be head and shoulders above her peers.
Her value elsewhere is on the decline and accounts for much of the reason she's often passed over at her price point. Bev's bases are frankly bad, as is expected from gauntlet crew, but without a healthy event clip to soften the blow, she's someone who might not make more than a single shuttle event per year, even with plenty of stars. Voyages are the other place you'd likely employ her. She's fine there (with honor investment) and retains an uncommon MED/CMD skill pairing and MED primary; neither of which are particularly easy to come by. Chasing the treadmill of rankings is understandable, but Bev's great skill set and chunk of proficiency keeps her status as a useful crew member in the face of slipping base and voyage power.
Her value elsewhere is on the decline and accounts for much of the reason she's often passed over at her price point. Bev's bases are frankly bad, as is expected from gauntlet crew, but without a healthy event clip to soften the blow, she's someone who might not make more than a single shuttle event per year, even with plenty of stars. Voyages are the other place you'd likely employ her. She's fine there (with honor investment) and retains an uncommon MED/CMD skill pairing and MED primary; neither of which are particularly easy to come by. Chasing the treadmill of rankings is understandable, but Bev's great skill set and chunk of proficiency keeps her status as a useful crew member in the face of slipping base and voyage power.
Chancellor L'Rell
1
L'rell's last note was a warning about her DIP primary, bland skill set as a whole, and a massive Disco event bubble that may pop at any time. Since then, she did pick up yet another four weeks of bonus, but during a mega which saw two new crew with better utility exceed her Disco DIP base. If you have her partially fused, keep starring up a crew who still has respectable metrics and a better than average chance at events. But if you're coming new to L'Rell, her thin utility elsewhere highlighted by a bad skill set may not make her the best choice if you're looking for something other than an event piece.
Chef Riker
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If you smell what the Chef is cooking, you'd know he's serving up a pretty tasty dish, with just a hint of that "taken from the god-awful Enterprise finale" aroma to add complexity to the bouquet. Headlining a record-setting weekday dilithium pack stuffed with twelve (!!!) other crew, the Chef is among the rarest crew in the game until he hits the portal.
As the only Riker with MED and SCI as well as a hefty DIP base, Chef Riker is the rare main cast card where all three of his skills are variant-best. Handy, if you had him since release, as he popped off for a five event feature 2019 and should continue to provide plus weekend value thanks to ST:Picard.
He doesn't stand out elsewhere, lacking Gauntlet prospects and with a punchless ship ability, but his middling Voyage total is uniquely-skilled enough that he will probably find more work there than the raw numbers project. With the long history of underwhelming, underpowered Riker variants before him, it's an easy call to snap up this version when you have the chance.
As the only Riker with MED and SCI as well as a hefty DIP base, Chef Riker is the rare main cast card where all three of his skills are variant-best. Handy, if you had him since release, as he popped off for a five event feature 2019 and should continue to provide plus weekend value thanks to ST:Picard.
He doesn't stand out elsewhere, lacking Gauntlet prospects and with a punchless ship ability, but his middling Voyage total is uniquely-skilled enough that he will probably find more work there than the raw numbers project. With the long history of underwhelming, underpowered Riker variants before him, it's an easy call to snap up this version when you have the chance.
Claymore Scotty
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Claymore Scotty looks like he should really be hanging out in Madame Tussauds, and not just because his artwork looks ever so slightly off - it's because he's an ever so slightly 'bad' copy of a superior crew, in this instance, his Tribble Herder cousin.
With the TOS mega in our rearview mirror, the biggest issue with Scotty, as always, remains his lack of event viability, but with this being his fifth event in three months, he's looking healthier than ever in that regard. Good thing, too, since he's dead weight for traits. If we get a Duelist mega, he'll be a handy crew to have; otherwise, he's strictly a base and voyages beast.
This note may sound cautionary, but Claymore Scotty is actually a pretty healthy and good card in real terms. If you haven't snagged any of the top shelf ENG/SEC voyagers of the last year, he's a perfectly good way to fill that void, and it's just nice to see the original Miracle Worker get some love.
With the TOS mega in our rearview mirror, the biggest issue with Scotty, as always, remains his lack of event viability, but with this being his fifth event in three months, he's looking healthier than ever in that regard. Good thing, too, since he's dead weight for traits. If we get a Duelist mega, he'll be a handy crew to have; otherwise, he's strictly a base and voyages beast.
This note may sound cautionary, but Claymore Scotty is actually a pretty healthy and good card in real terms. If you haven't snagged any of the top shelf ENG/SEC voyagers of the last year, he's a perfectly good way to fill that void, and it's just nice to see the original Miracle Worker get some love.
Commander Ari bn Bem
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Without the emotional attachment of a main cast character or an eye-popping voyage number, it's understandable that this 6-pack offering was passed over by many, but Commander Exodia bn Bem is almost as fun to use as he is to say. Some side dish voyage power belies it's overall rank as bn Bem boasts a unique skill order as the only SEC/SCI gold with a MED tertiary.
But it's the gauntlet where Mr. Bemjamin will make hay. A top five proficiency total, #2 SCI roll, and three ranked gauntlet pairs are all assets that you're likely to find very useful. He dodges Armus, his SCIperior, rather well, but there are a lot of big names at the top of the gauntlet power ranks and most have SCI, SEC, or both.
His traits, which matter much more for the gauntlet than voyages in this case, have never recorded a crit value above 25%. That's a problem when almost all his surrounding competition can claim at least the occasional 45%+. He's a step down from monsters like Locutus, Caretaker, and Defensive Phlox, but the fact that he's even in the conversation with them is good news.
But it's the gauntlet where Mr. Bemjamin will make hay. A top five proficiency total, #2 SCI roll, and three ranked gauntlet pairs are all assets that you're likely to find very useful. He dodges Armus, his SCIperior, rather well, but there are a lot of big names at the top of the gauntlet power ranks and most have SCI, SEC, or both.
His traits, which matter much more for the gauntlet than voyages in this case, have never recorded a crit value above 25%. That's a problem when almost all his surrounding competition can claim at least the occasional 45%+. He's a step down from monsters like Locutus, Caretaker, and Defensive Phlox, but the fact that he's even in the conversation with them is good news.
Conditioned La Forge
One of several ENG/SEC names to join the game in a 2019 run on the skill pair, Geordi can hold his own alongside them. Top five for both his voyage skill set and the ENG/SEC pair at large, he's a fine compliment (or substitute) for former mega Determined Janeway. Beyond that, he chips in a sturdy ENG base which is noticeably stronger than still-great variant La Borg. His other attribute of note is a good-not-great ship ability which grants you a chunk of crit bonus at four seconds. In the race to shorten the Skirmish grind and avoid all manner of arena hazards, it's a valid option to wield.
A note about Geordi's event history; it's weird. After four consecutive Expeditions to kick off his Timelines career, there was a question about how his future would look with that event type out of the picture. He's responded with three out of four Skirmishes - not ideal if you're looking to gain value from your crew's bases on the weekend. With a handful of non-eventable traits beside, you'll be counting on his great daily work to mask a weekend question mark.
A note about Geordi's event history; it's weird. After four consecutive Expeditions to kick off his Timelines career, there was a question about how his future would look with that event type out of the picture. He's responded with three out of four Skirmishes - not ideal if you're looking to gain value from your crew's bases on the weekend. With a handful of non-eventable traits beside, you'll be counting on his great daily work to mask a weekend question mark.
Dark Empath Troi
Deanna de Vil, Deanna de Vil, if she can’t have Alkar, then nobody will. We never turn away CMD/MED or SEC/MED voyagers, and Troi is one of only two legendaries (Warship EMA) that contributes to both, and makes her unique enough to separate her from the pack of SEC/CMDs that surround her in the ranks.
Troi's event count has been in a holding pattern lately, but that shouldn't continue for much longer, as ST:Picard will likely give her some new opportunities, and DB still probably has several prime variants under glass just in case revenue or event participation starts to slip. When Troi weekends return, Bride of Alkar-stein will bring the #1 CMD and #2 SEC base among Troi variants. Newer players may find use for her in the Gauntlet when she hits on a 45% crit trait match, but Troi is not likely to find her way on many lineups, and an over-handicapped Arena ability should keep her off your ships.
One thing though: if you decide to pass on her pack, don't let her find out about it. Just trust us, don’t do it.
Troi's event count has been in a holding pattern lately, but that shouldn't continue for much longer, as ST:Picard will likely give her some new opportunities, and DB still probably has several prime variants under glass just in case revenue or event participation starts to slip. When Troi weekends return, Bride of Alkar-stein will bring the #1 CMD and #2 SEC base among Troi variants. Newer players may find use for her in the Gauntlet when she hits on a 45% crit trait match, but Troi is not likely to find her way on many lineups, and an over-handicapped Arena ability should keep her off your ships.
One thing though: if you decide to pass on her pack, don't let her find out about it. Just trust us, don’t do it.
Data V
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If I had a dollar for every "solid" Data write-up I've done, I'd have V. Thank you, I'm here all week. Feel free to skim the other ENG primary Data notes if you want an idea of what you'll be getting in general, but this specific variant has a couple noteworthy attributes. His collection is not quite vanity and, if you're nuts about Janeway, is one of the few ways to obtain the Burleigh children's caretaker. More importantly, Data V owns the #1 SCI base for a character with a not insignificant event count. The metrics aren't outstanding, but an ENG primary crew with guaranteed events is still a behold win.
Decoy Kira
Don't get distracted, let's cut to the chase. We know what to expect with Kira variants; some combination of CMD/DIP/SEC and a steady event count. And, despite the name, Decoy is mostly the real deal. Drawing comparisons to event sensei Zhian'tara Odo, she betters his daily contributions at the cost of some of his weekend potential. Players have been campaigning for Romantic or Costumed megas for some time, but with their bonus pools ballooning into triple digits, Bajoran remains her best bet for extra event bonuses.
She offers little elsewhere outside of a potential future Badda Bing/Vic Fontaine vanity collection, but what's here adds up to a crew that will never let your eyes wander too far away for too long.
She offers little elsewhere outside of a potential future Badda Bing/Vic Fontaine vanity collection, but what's here adds up to a crew that will never let your eyes wander too far away for too long.
Defensive Phlox
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He's an absolute unit. In awe of the proficiency of this lad. Like most gauntleteers, don't let the base and voyage ranks trouble you - he's a gauntlet master with the biggest MED proficiency of any crew in the game. The chink in his dice rolling armor is a minimum proficiency lower than some common super rares like Mirror Phlox and Nurse Garland - you'll be tilted more than once by low rolls that cost you a matchup you're "supposed to win". But considering the dearth of MED primary crew as the least represented skill in the game and his handy skill set shared by only a handful of crew, his reputation is well earned as a gauntlet force.
Delta Flyer Torres
The event rate is likely to slow for this particular Torres variant due to a few previously tapped traits, but with THREE variant-best bases, she can pick her seat to any Torres event down the line. More frequently useful to most players is voyage work that compares almost identically to former mega Determined Janeway - someone who might be on your voyage right now. There aren't too many corners to dive into here and her usage is a bit narrower for established rosters, but she's a strong event/voyage combo to behold and easily the best legendary Torres.
Dereth
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It's not a Phage, mom! All right, good, we've gotten that out of the way, now we can talk about what's important - MED/SEC(s) appeal. It's a voyage combo that suffers from power gaps and infrequent updates just as badly as its cousin, MED/CMD. Indeed, there's a Dereth of good options, ranging from the big guns like Tactical Neelix or the EMA, before power gapping down all the way to the 'this is literally all I've got for this combo' gang, such as Mirror Phlox or Gladiator McCoy, so a new card to help out is always welcome.
Outside of his voyage portfolio, where he'll massively outperform his merely good rank thanks to just how badly populated his skills are (and the fact that he sports a completely unique order), he doesn't have a lot to offer - bad traits, a 25% Gauntlet set that will be crushed by 4* crew, and decimated event chances. But frankly? His voyage portfolio is what matters. If you've been pootling by with just Phloxes, it's time to upgrade, and let Dereth render you breathless in awe of what he'll do for your voyages.
Outside of his voyage portfolio, where he'll massively outperform his merely good rank thanks to just how badly populated his skills are (and the fact that he sports a completely unique order), he doesn't have a lot to offer - bad traits, a 25% Gauntlet set that will be crushed by 4* crew, and decimated event chances. But frankly? His voyage portfolio is what matters. If you've been pootling by with just Phloxes, it's time to upgrade, and let Dereth render you breathless in awe of what he'll do for your voyages.
Dr. Katherine Pulaski
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A fairly thin trait set and middling voyage rank may grab the eye, but MED crew play by different rules. Kathy remains a top ten MED voyager who has a plus voyage skill pair for all permutations of her set and a sizable base with admittedly limited chances at a weekend bonus. Medics don't come around too frequently and though it's a shame to see Pulaski's skill set tied to an event corpse, she's still strong enough to catch weekend work while pitching in worthwhile voyage credentials.
EV Suit Burnham
Not to be confused with older sister First Officer Burnham, this variant is a great event piece and...not terribly much else. Adaquate voyage numbers come in a bit lower in 'Real Feel' situations, thanks to a poor skill order resulting in lots of CMD/SEC seating competition from more popular names like big sis. EV's list of traits which swap between bloated and esoteric, likely won't provide much event help down the line.
Luckily for her owners, you won't need it. Discovery has been leagues ahead of anything or anyone else in event opportunity for years and Burnham herself will never hurt for variant bonuses. In combination with a fat CMD base to guarantee her a shuttle spot in any configuration, she's a fine behold option whose value swells a bit for players who lack top voyage options sharing her skill set.
Luckily for her owners, you won't need it. Discovery has been leagues ahead of anything or anyone else in event opportunity for years and Burnham herself will never hurt for variant bonuses. In combination with a fat CMD base to guarantee her a shuttle spot in any configuration, she's a fine behold option whose value swells a bit for players who lack top voyage options sharing her skill set.
EV Suit Nhan
I bet you were expecting a ton of Indian cuisine jokes in this note, weren't you? Well, there'll be Nhan of that nonsense here, this is a professional endeavour, written by professionals. Shame on you.
Seemingly confirming that we're looking at our fifth Discovery mega, Nhan is a textbook example of an ongoing source of uncertainty we've been dealing with over at the Big Book - namely, what kind of boundaries we might be looking at for Disco megas going forward. Will they be main cast only? What about the bridge crew? Would someone like Lorca qualify? And Nhan, who, like all Disco crew, inherits a prodigious event count, highlights what a large chunk of value a lot of cards stand to lose if they don't make the cut from this point forward.
If she makes the cut, then you're looking at a dual 1k base monster with the new #1 Disco SEC base, capable of slotting into a number of common seats and passing for a serviceable voyager. That goes double if you weren't able to snag any of the ENG/SEC options that have recently floated us by.
If she doesn't, well . . . your SEC/ENG daily shuttles will definitely see some improvement. But she won't see the same kind of versatile use as someone like Ba'ul, whose rarer skill combo renders him evergreen, and her traits are outright garbage. If Disco cuts her loose, you'll probably never see her in an event again unless you're digging deep in the drawer for warm bodies to fill requisition shuttles.
As it is, we'll simply have to wait and see, so tikka seat and hope for vindaloo-cation.
Seemingly confirming that we're looking at our fifth Discovery mega, Nhan is a textbook example of an ongoing source of uncertainty we've been dealing with over at the Big Book - namely, what kind of boundaries we might be looking at for Disco megas going forward. Will they be main cast only? What about the bridge crew? Would someone like Lorca qualify? And Nhan, who, like all Disco crew, inherits a prodigious event count, highlights what a large chunk of value a lot of cards stand to lose if they don't make the cut from this point forward.
If she makes the cut, then you're looking at a dual 1k base monster with the new #1 Disco SEC base, capable of slotting into a number of common seats and passing for a serviceable voyager. That goes double if you weren't able to snag any of the ENG/SEC options that have recently floated us by.
If she doesn't, well . . . your SEC/ENG daily shuttles will definitely see some improvement. But she won't see the same kind of versatile use as someone like Ba'ul, whose rarer skill combo renders him evergreen, and her traits are outright garbage. If Disco cuts her loose, you'll probably never see her in an event again unless you're digging deep in the drawer for warm bodies to fill requisition shuttles.
As it is, we'll simply have to wait and see, so tikka seat and hope for vindaloo-cation.
Evolved Janeway
From the depths of a coffee-starved writers' room comes this curiously potent monstrosity. Fusing Captain Janeway and Mutated Paris will produce this love child and her love children. Worthwhile base and voyage numbers to laugh in the face of Bynars and Janeway events guarantee to provide periodic value for a variant-best DIP base that edges out other beholdable options by a significant margin. The top of the voyage ranks are loaded with DIP/SCI, but being able to build-a-bear your way to a strong crew has value on its own and is far preferable to a paltry amount of honor.
Executive Director Hugh
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Like the faceless drone he used to be, Hugh is the definition of "solid but unspectacular." Thankfully, his skill set is just rare enough and his voyage total is just high enough to give him value relative to the many, many other SCI/CMD cards out there.
His event count doesn't leap off the page, but if we had to guess, it certainly looks like the Borg trait has as good a chance as any trait of landing future weekend work, along with landing him a collection spot that no longer needs legendaries to complete, but is a nice bonus.
As for the rest, pitiful auxiliary proficiencies doom what would otherwise be a usable-with-bonuses SCI roll in the Gauntlet, and the less said about his non-event ship ability, the better, though a bit of shield repair will make him a marginally useful warm body for Skirmish purposes.
We had hopes that Hugh would be the answer to some of the unicorn skill combos still left to be filled in the game (CMD/MED/ENG, among others) but, alas, Hugh can't always get what you want.
His event count doesn't leap off the page, but if we had to guess, it certainly looks like the Borg trait has as good a chance as any trait of landing future weekend work, along with landing him a collection spot that no longer needs legendaries to complete, but is a nice bonus.
As for the rest, pitiful auxiliary proficiencies doom what would otherwise be a usable-with-bonuses SCI roll in the Gauntlet, and the less said about his non-event ship ability, the better, though a bit of shield repair will make him a marginally useful warm body for Skirmish purposes.
We had hopes that Hugh would be the answer to some of the unicorn skill combos still left to be filled in the game (CMD/MED/ENG, among others) but, alas, Hugh can't always get what you want.
Five of Twelve
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Father Time is doing some work on Five's voyage outlook, but despite a common skill set and power creep doing it's thing, Five remains a competent voyager with a clutch ENG tertiary to slow his descent over time ala Wrathful Kirk or AoS Riker. More interesting is a CMD base which beats out the ballyhooed Borg Queen for the #1 Borg CMD, even if only by a bit. And his SECondary is just a few points out of #2 for Borg crew as well. Collections don't usually sway the value of legendary crew much, but hitting two of the tougher ones at once can be a consideration on certain rosters. ST:Picard may perk up Borg weekend work while the ultimate deep-dive exists; a possible future variant event for the Dream(y) Axum.
Garth of Izar
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"Sometimes I wish I could boldly go where no man's gone before, but I'll probably stay in Aurora". Oh wait...wrong Garth. Hail to the populous a mass produced version of Captain Killy has arrived as a mega-event christmas present! His Arena stats give a hefty 400% damage boost at 6 seconds without the evasion deficit, but lacking a top end attack boost may leave your smoking guns empty and lengthen battles that a superior option would have already mopped up. Still a great auto-include option to shorten your Skirmish bench, Garth is totally Baberaham Lincoln.
Base and voyage numbers are not entirely unhealthy for such a common pairing. No doubt he will beat out a few contenders avoiding their inevitable fate with a freezer but don't expect him to be the crucial part of a ten hour voyage. With little event future and middling rankings, outside of the arena if Mr Izar was an ice cream flavour, he'd be pralines and dick.
Base and voyage numbers are not entirely unhealthy for such a common pairing. No doubt he will beat out a few contenders avoiding their inevitable fate with a freezer but don't expect him to be the crucial part of a ten hour voyage. With little event future and middling rankings, outside of the arena if Mr Izar was an ice cream flavour, he'd be pralines and dick.
Honey Bare Jadzia
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Some of us had posters of Kelly Kapowski or Rachel Green hanging in our bedrooms. Others had Jadzia Dax. If you're the latter, this is the crew that you want. There's no point in quibbling about which variant has the best bases when you have the event prowess and popularity that Dax does. Her voyage work is satisfactory and her collection spot irreplaceable. Finally we can feel good about spending citations on a vanity collection crew.
Irina
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She ain't TOS' Galliulin, but she ain't bad. Irina survived the 2019 onslaught of SEC/ENG crew with only 6-pack Tribble Scotty besting her voyage power over the course of the year. That area remains her calling card and she's a straight voyage upgrade over former mega Determined Janeway, providing power that should stick around long enough for you to fuse (or cite) her. Her other components are somewhat lacklustre, highlighted by a #3 gauntlet pair which, if it's that important to you, super rare Grand Proxy Neelix is there for, and a spot in Jury Rigger - the toughest stat-boosting collection.
Ishara Yar
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Coming in with hair that would make Master Shredder jealous and a catsuit that puts Seven of Nine on notice, Sarah Con-Yar is a victim of bad timing for her skill set. The raw numbers are good, including the top 'SEC and ENG' shuttle seat, but she comes hot on the heels over several other great SEC/ENG crew that effectively equal her voyage score, but bring more to the table for events. As one-offs go, you could do a lot worse, but in the end, she will probably only break your heart.
Kahless the Unforgettable
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When I started playing Timelines, I had one goal: gather enough resources to buy Kahless before he left the Honor Hall. The chase was worth it for me and most players tend to agree. In the gauntlet, he owns the #1 CMD proficiency and still has a lock on a #1 gauntlet pair, though crit numbers may fudge the math from time to time. Thankfully, Kahless can bring plenty of crit strength to bear as well with occasional 65% gauntlets. Power creep and lizards are the only things that travel faster than warp 10, so it's remarkable that this three year old remains as useful as he is.
Having sat on both sides of the citation argument (and even on the fence itself), I've settled quite firmly into the do-not-cite crowd. His skill set is reason enough in most cases, but the voyage metrics across the board simply don't justify the minimum spend of 200,000 honor, considering thin weekend usability for his below average bases. Many players have choked on the price for his first star and the longer that Timelines carries on, the harder it is to say he's definitively a good investment, more so that he has been. Who would have thought a non-event, CMD/DIP/SEC crew would have aged as well as he has? In either case, he remains a wonderfully valuable choice; another option for your honor.
Having sat on both sides of the citation argument (and even on the fence itself), I've settled quite firmly into the do-not-cite crowd. His skill set is reason enough in most cases, but the voyage metrics across the board simply don't justify the minimum spend of 200,000 honor, considering thin weekend usability for his below average bases. Many players have choked on the price for his first star and the longer that Timelines carries on, the harder it is to say he's definitively a good investment, more so that he has been. Who would have thought a non-event, CMD/DIP/SEC crew would have aged as well as he has? In either case, he remains a wonderfully valuable choice; another option for your honor.
Klingon Janeway
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SEC/SCI has been historically hard to come by for voyages, meaning that despite a sinking voyage rank, Janeway is not yet a lost cause. But it's her prodigious event potential that we're after. A capable SEC base has had dozens of opportunties to shine on the weekend and though her event clip may slow with a few mega events in the rear view mirror, the name Janeway isn't going anywhere and she still carres a bit of juice in her traits. Likely to make event shuttles from star one, Klingon Janeway is a fine mid-level name to come across in a behold.
Little John Riker
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Let's face it - you've gotta be a man to wear tights. Especially with this kind of confidence. But as your mother may have taught you, confidence isn't everything. His voyage numbers are likely going to hit triple digits in a few months, and he's a complete non-starter when it comes to Gauntlet, Arena or traits (by all means, prove me wrong with a Thief mega), this Littlest of Johns is first and foremost event crew.
But that's no bad thing, especially when he comes with a free spot in a tricky to complete vanity collection - seriously, between pumping stars into this guy or Sheriff Q, I'd hope you know which is the better option - and a SEC base that will, undoubtedly, outperform any other Riker variant. That's about it, honestly; just another CMD/DIP/SEC Riker that you'll find useful, but not that useful.
But that's no bad thing, especially when he comes with a free spot in a tricky to complete vanity collection - seriously, between pumping stars into this guy or Sheriff Q, I'd hope you know which is the better option - and a SEC base that will, undoubtedly, outperform any other Riker variant. That's about it, honestly; just another CMD/DIP/SEC Riker that you'll find useful, but not that useful.
Lonzak
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We're living in a world where we have to admit that Lonzak is a good crew. Just aim the death ray at me right now. Besides the obvious base and voyage numbers that spell out good daily capability, he's got a half dozen relevant traits for boosting voyage anti-matter and event chances. A year from now, this note may detail Lonzak's triumphs in the Villian and Romantic megas. If you're a collection or nostalgia chaser looking to tick the vanity collection boxes, Lonzak is one of the better places to start.
Lt. Commander Icheb
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Itchy's surface-level numbers are not particularly noteworthy for a 2020 crew (which still leaves him above average overall), but he ranks well for his voyage skill set and has some volatile trait value; most notably Borg, which isn't overflowing with SCI options.
Strong arena evasion is another blip of value if you take Icheb to max for his time-travel-done-right episode or if you're anticipating a killer bridge crew photo alongside Adult Wesley in the future.
Strong arena evasion is another blip of value if you take Icheb to max for his time-travel-done-right episode or if you're anticipating a killer bridge crew photo alongside Adult Wesley in the future.
Lt. Commander Uhura
Fro-get what years of stomach-churning Uhura variants have taught you - this version is actually pretty good! You can still see most of her stat ranks without scrolling down the pages of a spreadsheet, which can be rare for someone with her skill set.
The downsides are obvious; skill set, limited event chances, and "Afro Pick Sold Separately!", but you can only ding a crew so much who boasts the sort of base and voyage power that Uhura does. If you collect the requisite number of stars, she's guaranteed work for you, even if she promises not to age as well as her namesake.
The downsides are obvious; skill set, limited event chances, and "Afro Pick Sold Separately!", but you can only ding a crew so much who boasts the sort of base and voyage power that Uhura does. If you collect the requisite number of stars, she's guaranteed work for you, even if she promises not to age as well as her namesake.
Mirror Inquisitor Troi
Dominatroix has the tools to fulfill your every wish. #1 variant MED with two scoops of events, respectable voyage power for a MED primary, and underrated gauntlet viability. Drooping stat ranks don't affect MED primary crew in the same way as other skills - she may not be the best in any one area, but is one of the more complete MED crew in the game.
Mirror Paul Stamets
Everybody's favorite Uncle Jesse, played by John Stamets, was a total hoss upon release. One of the earlier ENG/MED crew, the evil exomycologist carried the banner of top Disco SCI through a event-loaded 2019. He's since come back to earth rank-wise, but punches up with a skill set to lift a mediocre voyage score and a fantastic event clip, even if variant weekends have been sparse. His trait mix is thinner than it appears at first glance, but with useful voyage and event offerings, he's a fine crew to behold or even cite.
Mountain Climber Mayweather
Call him Delta Flyer Paris Version 2.0. As North Face Knee Brace Mayweather is the second legendary crew to have a CMD/ENG/MED skill set, the comparison is unavoidable. Mayweather's base and voyage prowess thoroughly outclass Ol' Speed Racer, with a CMD base that slots in right between OG stalwarts Commander Kira and Borg Queen to give him some spotty event work when you least expect it
But you're here to hear me gush about his voyage work. His pair of top five voyage pairs as well as *the best* skill set in the game is like popping in a couple of quarters on Paris' flashing 'Game Over' screen so that you can enjoy a few more years of voyage work from Mayweather and Paris can finally start thumbing through the Power Creep Acres brochure you gave him months ago.
But you're here to hear me gush about his voyage work. His pair of top five voyage pairs as well as *the best* skill set in the game is like popping in a couple of quarters on Paris' flashing 'Game Over' screen so that you can enjoy a few more years of voyage work from Mayweather and Paris can finally start thumbing through the Power Creep Acres brochure you gave him months ago.
Mountaineer Spock
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Spock is good for the soul. A consistent event performer with multiple features in each of the past three years with as many or more trait events piled on top. Yet instead of Spock overload, everyone seems happy each time he comes around. Big brother Sci Officer Spock may have stolen a bit of shine from Mountaineer's bases and voyage work, but he's still a great option for both Spock events and voyage runs where double digit traits help enhance his seating there and some considerable event chances. If your roster needs a boost, strap on a pair of rocket boots and let Mountaineer give you a hand.
Musketeer La Forge
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Like most LaForges, Musketeer is a well-rounded crew with fingers in many of Wesley's pies. A pair of usable bases pop up on Faction lists often enough between Geordi-flavored weekends and his handful of traits which show more promise than most. D'Artagnan's voyage and gauntlet profiles are fairly similar - mid-level power, but with a plus skill set.
In the casino, a Caretaker-sniping SEC/ENG pair hits 45% crit from time to time to make him a worthwhile include, even on established rosters. Add in dual collections and a six second arena ability to give him possibilites for work in just about every phase of the game, even The Next Phase.
In the casino, a Caretaker-sniping SEC/ENG pair hits 45% crit from time to time to make him a worthwhile include, even on established rosters. Add in dual collections and a six second arena ability to give him possibilites for work in just about every phase of the game, even The Next Phase.
Navigator Stamets
Likely to be overshadowed by his alter-ego Mirror Stamets, Nav is still worthy crew in his own right. His strong Disco ENG is a significant attribute with DB's willingness to launch wave after wave of event bonuses. Poor traits hamstring some of his flexibility, but above average voyage power is still strong enough to trump many older crew which makes Navigator a fine investment for players looking to pick up useful event/voyage combos.
North Star T'Pol
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Let me give you a little bit of insight into how we write up crew in the Big Book of Behold Advice. Generally speaking, we get the raw stats, we get an event count, we get an idea of how rare the skill set is, how Gauntlet viable they are, go through the collections, see if they have any Arena utility, and then go from there. With this T'Pol, I've got to be honest with you, I didn't think that hard about it. My thought process was thus:
"She's worse than Twilight T'Pol, but better than Alternate Future T'Pol, so she goes here." It's rare that a crew slots so neatly into a tier based on its counterparts, but North Star T'Pol warrants it based on just how commonplace her offerings are nowadays. Same skill stack, different order (please read in the key of same shit, different day) to Pupcard, acting as an inferior, less free Tenavik, and basically being a straight upgrade to Alternate Future T'Pol with a vanity attached, make it hard to be excited about her. She's just good. And yes, that is meant to be damning with faint praise.
"She's worse than Twilight T'Pol, but better than Alternate Future T'Pol, so she goes here." It's rare that a crew slots so neatly into a tier based on its counterparts, but North Star T'Pol warrants it based on just how commonplace her offerings are nowadays. Same skill stack, different order (please read in the key of same shit, different day) to Pupcard, acting as an inferior, less free Tenavik, and basically being a straight upgrade to Alternate Future T'Pol with a vanity attached, make it hard to be excited about her. She's just good. And yes, that is meant to be damning with faint praise.
Pah-wraith Keiko
The former drummer of The Oneders, Keiko's outrageous CMD base is as impressive and baffling now as the day she was released. While a #1 base is a significant attribute, if you have someone like the über popular #2 FO Burnham, Keiko may be somewhat redundant for non-bonus shuttle work. Nevertheless, that huge base keeps her among the more usable non-event crew and allow her to contribute even with other zeroes across the board. Bad peripheral attributes (arena/collections/gauntlet/skill set/event count/voyage power) hamstring her flexibility, if not her usability.
RAF Miles O'Brien
2
Without peeking, do you know RAF Miles' release date? Would you have guessed mid-2016? Few crew have a more sterling reputation, but like his buddy Clive strafing the Jerries over the channel, he's earned every inch of it. Base and voyage numbers that were ostentatous for their time have settled into the average-to-good range and he's even picked up a post-release collection to go with Jury Rigger. The O'Brien event clip remains modest, but a pair of variant-best bases still make him a key piece to acquire.
Rescue Team Uhura
The latest action figure variant to kick off the TOS mega comes with some impressive base statistics. Currently in the top 10 for security Uhura can hold her own in a firefight certainly and with a healthy CMD modifier she guarantees her place on most of your SEC/CMD voyages should you happen to get all the stars. In contrast however she does sit in a large pile of many CMD/SEC/DIP variants no doubt attempting to squeeze into your roster like clowns in a convertable. Her event count suffers from a lack of Uhura based events and her ship ability is nothing to sing about. But if you are looking for a decent sharpshooter to boost a voyage up or hit those SEC shuttles then you can't go wrong with this card.
Resilient Tuvok
1
DB did a bang up job stocking the shelves with ENG/SEC crew in 2019, but unless you were around to collect them all, Tuvok will be a nice addition to any roster. Among the top voyagers for his skill set and with the only Tuvok-ian ENG base, he's a great example of the type of voyage/event combo platter you want to collect as you piece together coverage of different skill sets and event names. He doesn't offer much fringe utility and the trait set is thinner than it looks at first glance, but he's useful to have in your toolbox and still boasts ample power.
Rura Penthe Commandant
1
Another CMD/DIP/SEC *yawn* ... but hold on a minute! His ship ability is a straight copy/paste from the vaunted Captain Killy which gives this crew incredible potential impact, even from one star. With most crew, we quibble over ranks and small percentage points, but Skirmishes are the place where your gameplay can be most affected. If adding RPC to your ranks would shave seconds off your ship battles (times the thousand(s) of runs required), then do what you can to at least acquire a copy.
If you're already stocked with premier shipboard options, the Commandant is still fine crew. Despite owning a skill set you're already overrun with, he also supplies satisfactory voyage numbers with some juicy antimatter traits and a 1200+ CMD base will sit near the top of most of his trait lists. Having qualified for two previous megas, his event count may be a bit inflated, but he'll still have the occasional chance to pick up weekend bonuses.
If you're already stocked with premier shipboard options, the Commandant is still fine crew. Despite owning a skill set you're already overrun with, he also supplies satisfactory voyage numbers with some juicy antimatter traits and a 1200+ CMD base will sit near the top of most of his trait lists. Having qualified for two previous megas, his event count may be a bit inflated, but he'll still have the occasional chance to pick up weekend bonuses.
Scrooge Data
Data event chances, check. Main cast crew with decent stats, check. Fun themed holiday artwork to give some festive cheer to the game, check! I can't not smile at this card even with it's common skill combinations. However for those in the premium leagues of the campaign having 4/5 stars on any decent card is always a bonus. Even if you do plan to cite and freeze his future potential for the upcoming Picard series will increase his use significantly. Considering some of his better options require a 1500 event ranking this card will absolutely get some work in the upcoming months.
Solar Sails Sisko
2
Expertly blending a mirror-esque beard with such fatherly traits as Caregiver and Chef, Solar Sisko is a fascinating event crew. Holding the #2 ENG and SCI bases for Sisko variants, he was recently dethroned from the top ENG spot which hurts more than helps, but may bring more ENG seating opportunities to Sisko events. A trait lineup spilling into double digits helps enhance his chances on the weekend and also some adaquate voyage potential. Double collection spots and slow-but-strong arena EV round him out.
Sphere-Builder Presage
2
Another incarnation of the "daily use" crew. Following a 2019 ENG avalanche, Presage is more of a strong voyager with an interesting collection set and a base which will make multi-week splashes as her traits allow. As a crew in a vacuum, she's good-not-great as a package, but is one of the more daily-useful vanity crew out there whose SCI/ENG voyage work is comparable to a Leonardo or Honey Bare.
The Keeper
A fugitive from Easter Island, this encephalitic enigma does a great job delivering in the areas that a one-off should. Keeper's huge SCI roll pairs with a respectable MED to keep him from butting heads with previous gauntlet exclusives while delivering voyage power that punches above its numbers with a useful skill set. His unique lineup of traits helps augment both areas while also affording him occasional chances at weekend relevance for a dash of added value. The surface numbers don't wow, but The Keeper remains a great chess piece going into his third year, especially on younger rosters.
Vahar'ai Saru
It's a little hard to get the Vahots for this particular Kelpien stud when he's essentially a remixed version of the really rather good Soji that everyone's getting a 4/5 copy of at the moment, but bear with me and let me tell you why you should at least look his way.
For one thing, MED is always worth stacking, and while we here at the Big Book are often the first to tell you not to care about a big common base like Saru's DIP primary, that doesn't mean you shouldn't still collect them where you can. This is also a skill set that you don't often see for main cast variants, especially not a SCI heavy character like Saru, so for future Faction events, he'll give you a definite edge.
He may not have particularly excellent traits, and he's barely ranked in the Gauntlet, but I suspect that most rosters will find themselves using him more than they think so long as they don't expect any heroics. It's crew like this that will form a strong backbone on your roster, and if you find yourself looking at your line-up in a few months, wondering why you're mysteriously short of DIP, it's because you can't just shoot for the amazing cards - you have to have a few just very good ones, too.
For one thing, MED is always worth stacking, and while we here at the Big Book are often the first to tell you not to care about a big common base like Saru's DIP primary, that doesn't mean you shouldn't still collect them where you can. This is also a skill set that you don't often see for main cast variants, especially not a SCI heavy character like Saru, so for future Faction events, he'll give you a definite edge.
He may not have particularly excellent traits, and he's barely ranked in the Gauntlet, but I suspect that most rosters will find themselves using him more than they think so long as they don't expect any heroics. It's crew like this that will form a strong backbone on your roster, and if you find yourself looking at your line-up in a few months, wondering why you're mysteriously short of DIP, it's because you can't just shoot for the amazing cards - you have to have a few just very good ones, too.
White Rabbit
After dodging Torpedo McCoy (and with an eye on Galordon Core Geordi and Mine Defusing Ezri), Rabbit remains one of two legendaries in the game (Imprinted Archer) to have ENG and MED as its top two skills. Which means that for that voyage combo, at least, he has a hind leg up on the competition. For the accompanying SCI/MED and ENG/SCI runs, he's going to contribute a tertiary skill that's often lacking in those crew. In short, his skill set and particularly skill order is great and will serve to inflate his voyage value. Rabbit's holes are certainly substantial, but you'll still see plenty of daily use from him even if he's lacking elsewhere.
Zhian'tara Odo
There was a time when you could call KurzOdo the best crew in the game. His DIP base was monstrous and his event work unchallenged. Nowadays, the game welcomes a big DIP seemingly every other week while crew you've never heard of blow past his impressive event count due to the plethora of trait and TV-fueled mega events. So where does that leave Zhian'tara Odo?
Well, his voyage power has nearly shriveled up, but the dude's event value abides. In a unique situation, Z'Odo qualifies for Odo AND Dax events which, combined, have never failed to tally at least three events in a calendar year. Working in concert with an interesting trait set and a base that remains stout, Zhian'tara's weekend situation is a special offering that you want to acquire if possible and allows him to stand out on rosters, even as his utility narrows.
Well, his voyage power has nearly shriveled up, but the dude's event value abides. In a unique situation, Z'Odo qualifies for Odo AND Dax events which, combined, have never failed to tally at least three events in a calendar year. Working in concert with an interesting trait set and a base that remains stout, Zhian'tara's weekend situation is a special offering that you want to acquire if possible and allows him to stand out on rosters, even as his utility narrows.
Ambassador Sarek
2
Fine voyage numbers, good-not-great gauntlet pair(s), a workable event count, and two collections. The only place he's weak is bases, which are still good enough for faction event work.
Ambassador Shras
1
Owner of a huge DIP base, but with few events in which to multiply it. Despite that and the most common skill set, he’s still useful for newer players with above average voyage numbers and +1 Diplomat for long term benefit. +9 arena attack can meet or exceed what the more popular Rura Penthe Reed and Duras sisters offer.
Bajoran Dukat
3
One of very few crew to appear in three stat-boosting collections also boasts reasonable gauntlet rolls with the ability to hit 65% from multiple trait sets and a usable shuttle base for his half dozen events. Even if you freeze him right away, he's a one stop collection shop.
Captain Lucero
Alita arrives to kick tribble ass! Well, her inexperienced Starfleet cousin does at any rate. Purple CMD/SCI has not been the most populated pairing until recent times and it makes sense that the Prodigy Of Pike should be quite proficient in this field. Scoring in the top ten for Super Rare voyagers and keeping up with some of the older Legendary cards as a CMD/SCI voyager is no small achievement.
Even for Disco events she's a fine stand-in for shuttle seats, however if you have that field well covered in Legendary crew don’t expect her to ship out every day, and even though her voyage pairings are very respectable for a purple she can be easily replaced with a few citations thrown in the correct direction. Her Crit Bonus ability fires off quick enough to be used with some damage dealers which increases her Arena/Skirmish viability, bearing a striking resemblance to Platonian Kirk or Pel. But for Disco Faction events Lucero is more than useful. She is just a shell, not good, not bad. That part is up to you.
Even for Disco events she's a fine stand-in for shuttle seats, however if you have that field well covered in Legendary crew don’t expect her to ship out every day, and even though her voyage pairings are very respectable for a purple she can be easily replaced with a few citations thrown in the correct direction. Her Crit Bonus ability fires off quick enough to be used with some damage dealers which increases her Arena/Skirmish viability, bearing a striking resemblance to Platonian Kirk or Pel. But for Disco Faction events Lucero is more than useful. She is just a shell, not good, not bad. That part is up to you.
Celebratory Ash Tyler
As bland as they come, but with some significant stats. Elite voyage numbers for a super rare, though as CMD/DIP/SEC. When retired from there, he’s highly capable as a DIP base for Faction events thanks to monster event potential. His bland skill set plays into his ideal use - running Faction shuttles in the most common seats there are. Once Discovery megas dry up (if, indeed, they ever do), his value will drop, but for now, he’s going to be a cornerstone for your weekend shuttles.
Changeling Bashir
1
His lede is usually the ENG/MED combo, but of all qualifying crew, his voyage ENG+MED stat total is the lowest. So why is he rated this highly? The skill set is still rare enough (including SEC/MED) that he outperforms the raw voyage stats. In addition, Bashir, Physician, Changeling, and Dominion events have him popping up on your Faction shuttles regularly, and he pitches in for a collection once immortalized.
Doc Crusher
2
A big, fat gauntlet MED roll is her most noteworthy attribute. Five ranked gauntlet pairs among all crew is something that only Caretaker and Nurse Garland can claim and is absolutely deadly when she hits 65% crit. Voyage MED in the amount she provides can be hard to acquire, especially in the early game. Never likely to blossom into an event player, especially with repugnant bases, but if gauntlet luck be a lady, her name is Doc Crusher.
Doctor La Forge
2
One of only a few super rares with the elusive ENG/MED combo to keep him on those voyages past eight hours. The only La Forge with MED + a solid event count give him long-term value, even if he's bumped from that tricky voyage combo. Huge passive ship stats and double collections round him out nicely. Docked a point for a very expensive build, but he pays it off better than almost any other Super Rare.
Dr. Hippocrates Noah
2
A useful SCI/MED combo for voyages and Sisko/Hologram events including three features. Not especially elite (or cheap to equip), but squarely in the better-than-average set with tons of utility. Rare 3 second instant damage (only 100%) may be his most unique offering.
Dress Uniform Bashir
2
Welcome to Star Trek Timelines, where the points are made up and the traits don’t matter - or just don’t make sense. Despite being on Section 31 business at the time, he doesn’t count for either that faction or as an undercover operative, which is something of a shame. That being said, MED/SCI voyager with a decent event count and the usual dual Bashir collections is still an extensive portfolio. For early to mid game rosters, for whom this combination of skills is a little rarer, he’s going to be extremely valuable, and likely to be phased out only by 5* crew - and even then, ‘phased out’ means he’s still going to be thawed on a semi-regular basis for event work.
Drone Seven of Nine
1
Voyage numbers are one of her few weak spots, though if you snag multiple copies through a re-run of one of her three featured events, she may still serve you there. A tough Borg collection and usable ENG base for her events is fairly quality long term value. For daily use, you might notice her gauntlet numbers which are good for super rare crew and still hit 65% crit after the trait reshuffle, even though she only has three traits. The price to pay for that versatility is a hefty sum of 3-4* components, like most Borg crew. Newly attainable through Episode 9’s Borg victory, and definitely the superior crew reward, provided you don’t mind missing out on some ship battle loot.
Gabriel Bell
One of the better CMD/DIP/SEC crew, but with nothing elite to generate buzz. Great voyage numbers and an 800+ base (DIP) to pair with several Sisko events. He may not be a superstar because of the competition behind his skill set, but a solid contributor.
Graduation Michael Burnham
The rare 2-skill voyager; #1 voyage SCI by a good margin and a voyage total ahead of dozen of other 3-skill crew. A hefty SCI base coupled with Burnham's already impressive event count makes her the ultimate “use” 2-skill Super Rare.
Grand Proxy Neelix
1
An interesting crew from a hilarious episode. Disappointing voyage numbers, but as with other uncommon skill sets it matters less as only a half dozen crew with a better stat total have ENG and CMD as their top two skills. That under-represented skill set carries over to the gauntlet where his ENG/CMD pair can compete with the big boys and sits at #4 among all crew. A stat boosting collection and Neelix + Ferengi events round him out nicely.
Grathon Tolar
It doesn’t end well for the prisoner with a thousand data rods, but that doesn’t mean he can’t be of use to us before his unceremonious end. He’s a daily workhorse for early to mid-game rosters, with the #1 ENG base, a usable (if fairly common) ENG/SCI Voyage total, and a vanilla but un-handicapped +9 Accuracy ship ability that initializes quickly enough to have a chance to matter in Arena. Unfortunately he is a total zero in Gauntlet, and his big base numbers won’t get many chances to play on the weekend, as a full 80% of his previous events were from a one-off Prisoner mega.
Incognito Kirk
1
With the best bases of the super rare Kirks, you’d think there would be more to recommend this handsome chap, but with a vanilla skill set, a merely serviceable ship ability and traits that don’t go very far, he seems appropriately inconspicuous. Almost as if that’s what he wants you to think. Where this nondescript gentleman’s strengths lie become more obvious when you take a look at his +1 Inspiring, and the fact that eleven of the fourteen Kirk events have been Faction based. His CMD base suddenly looks indispensable when you’re looking for ready, willing, and able shuttle pilots. Perhaps not crew for daily use, but handy for those who haven’t cleared a tricky node, and definitely a keeper for the long haul.
Jannar
2
One of the few voyage exclusive crew that will legitimately make you curse the RNG gods for depriving you of him for so long. Netting you +1 Vanity and +1 Diplomat would be good enough reason to take even a weak card, but Jannar may well find himself carving out quite a niche in your roster. He brings with him a very Xindi instant damage attack (100% base), and a lovely DIP/SCI/ENG skill set with great voyage power, even after 2019’s influx of excellent voyagers. His event chances are woeful, but as daily contributors go, you can’t ask for much more.
K'mtar
1
If you ever want to grab my attention, show me a Klingon with a rare skill set. And Alexander here is no exception, sporting a quite frankly gorgeous top ten SCI base, a top 25 voyage total, +1 Diplomat collection, Klingon + Temporal Agent events to bolster his weekend chances, and an instant 300% damage ship ability. Exactly what we want from our non-main cast cards; versatility.
Lewis Zimmerman
1
For many players, especially in the early to mid game, an ENG primary crew with even mediocre bases can go a long way - and when that crew possesses SCI/MED, they suddenly become a fleck of gold in a pan of uninteresting iron. His spot in the Innovator collection is never going to hurt crew with such sterling voyage potential (though numbers never tell the true story with a skill set this rare), but a lack of events and somewhat poor bases compared to his nearest competition, Sarina Douglas, just might.
His shipboard offering got a whole lot more interesting when a mid-2019 change to the dabo wheel added two ships with position abilities. A +10 attack (with trigger requirement met) will hold over many, many rosters who will have a tough time starring up legendary crew to match. +1 Iguana.
His shipboard offering got a whole lot more interesting when a mid-2019 change to the dabo wheel added two ships with position abilities. A +10 attack (with trigger requirement met) will hold over many, many rosters who will have a tough time starring up legendary crew to match. +1 Iguana.
Mirror Mayweather
Fairly useful in several areas, though most of them are niche. His good SEC base is a nice shuttle stuffer for a couple events per year and though Mirror is an MIA trait that shouldn't be bet on going forward, it's one of a couple that could still trigger a thaw. If you happen to fuse him early on, there's some voyage potential and he offers a +9 attack boost in the arena which is a hair slow, but an essential asset for shortening the ship battle grind.
North Star Archer
1
A good daily use crew with viable voyage power, tertiary ENG to keep him competitive, and an 800+ base SEC. Though his event chances are limited, I'm still turning purple from holding my breath waiting for a main series Captain to garner more respect in the future. At least he has the good fortune to carry a few eventable traits for down the line.
Prospect Michael Burnham
A top three SCI voyager with an already great event count + SCI base pairing. Where she's good, she's tier 1 good. Unfortunately, she brings home zeros for the gauntlet, arena, and collections.
Prospero Data
Data's customary huge event count paired with a variant DIP base behind only a 5/5 Emotion Chip Data make him a long term asset. Though his voyage total doesn't wow, no crew ranked above him shares his skill set.
Relaxed Number One
She is the very model of a tired, worn-out skill set.
The numbers look pretty good, and if Discovery megas still include the whole gang or a Pike series launches, Number One can be very handy for many weekends to come.That said, read Riker Odan's note if you want a deeper dive on the subject, but Una Paloma Blanca is the fourth character out of the last seven to feature some combination of a CMD/DIP/SCI skill set. Consider this the BBoBA's official request to the powers that be to move onto something else for a while.
The numbers look pretty good, and if Discovery megas still include the whole gang or a Pike series launches, Number One can be very handy for many weekends to come.That said, read Riker Odan's note if you want a deeper dive on the subject, but Una Paloma Blanca is the fourth character out of the last seven to feature some combination of a CMD/DIP/SCI skill set. Consider this the BBoBA's official request to the powers that be to move onto something else for a while.
Roga Danar
2
One of the better non-event values in the portal. He offers double collections including the super tough Jury Rigger and workable voyage numbers with a smattering of traits suited for antimatter, if not events. You don't want to pass on 1-4* Jury Riggers too often and his voyage prowess will also serve you fine into the mid-game.
Scared Scotty
1
Runaway Po thy name is Scott! Jumping into the deep end of the DIP/ENG pool comes a counterpart to (currently) one of the best SR cards in the game. Coming in at #3 for DIP/ENG voyagers, our confused looking scotsman is a very strong card for those that don't have many legendary options in that category.
His shuttle ENG is superlative for a super rare, it simply lacks opportunity as Scotty maintains red-headed stepchild status and a woeful event clip. However, for a strong DIP/ENG card that ticks off another step of the Jury Rigger list, Scared Scotty easily makes for a card worth keeping.
His shuttle ENG is superlative for a super rare, it simply lacks opportunity as Scotty maintains red-headed stepchild status and a woeful event clip. However, for a strong DIP/ENG card that ticks off another step of the Jury Rigger list, Scared Scotty easily makes for a card worth keeping.
Sheriff Worf
2
Squarely above average, especially for a crew with the most common skill set. Owner of a worthwhile event CMD base and voyage numbers in the top 1/3rd for daily use. Worf's variants have claimed over a dozen events now, traits included, and Sheriff is one of very few crew with a spot in two different vanity collections.
Tactical Michael Burnham
1
The “worst variant" for cost would be an insult to most characters, but not Burnham. This version still manages to pick up a collection and post above average voyage numbers alongside fistfuls of Burnham and Disco events to make even average bases useful. Her usable +Attack in arena may be a consideration for some players.
Test Pilot Archer
1
A different flavour of Archer from a different time. A time of daring, a time of reaching beyond the limits. An Archer that will fly right into the Danger Zone. Which is my way of saying that this Archer is a little different, sporting a unique, and rather hefty, SCI base and even a #2 variant ENG in an amount that should catch a ride for the (rare) Archer Faction event. +1 Inspiring is always nice to snag for cards that otherwise might be lacking in long term benefits.
Archer’s events have been picking up as of late, but he still has some catching up to do - and his skillset, while not exactly rare anymore, is still handy to have in abundance if you want your voyages to go further, faster, more. A lack of Gauntlet play or particularly eventable traits, and a pretty poor ship ability hold him back from being truly great, but especially on younger rosters, he’s going to serve you extremely well. Even more seasoned crew quarters can find a place for him on voyages or daily shuttles.
Archer’s events have been picking up as of late, but he still has some catching up to do - and his skillset, while not exactly rare anymore, is still handy to have in abundance if you want your voyages to go further, faster, more. A lack of Gauntlet play or particularly eventable traits, and a pretty poor ship ability hold him back from being truly great, but especially on younger rosters, he’s going to serve you extremely well. Even more seasoned crew quarters can find a place for him on voyages or daily shuttles.
The Clown
Debate the vedek. Always, always choose to debate the vedek. Why? Because it’s the only way you’re landing one of the best voyage exclusives. Sporting a top five base SEC, even now, a year and a half on, the Clown brings a meaty secondary ENG and a smattering of traits just brimming with potential (Villain mega?) to bear, handing you voyage power worth considering. In the arena, he flexes his muscles as one of the premier defensive options. A fat stack of evasion and shield repair is available early enough to thwart almost any incoming damage. He may squarely be daily use crew, but what a wonderful daily use crew.
Undercover O'Brien
2
Similar to his alter ego Chief O'Brien - let's call him Chief 2.0. He trades in a pricier build cost (huge chron cost and 80-ish faction items) for better stats in every area. His voyage numbers are still very poor, but offers some of the best arena EV money can buy. Fast initialization, long duration, and heaps of accuracy and crit. And like the Chief, double collections and two events per year.
Victorian Pulaski
1
Typically, non-event 2-skill crew are stuffed somewhere near the bottom of the list. But Pulaski's yuuuge DIP is the single highest base stat of all Super Rare crew and higher than the primary of over a dozen FF legendary crew. She'll be a shuttle anchor even going into the late game until 4/5s and better replace her. +1 Physician and fantastic card art.
Tier 5
Admiral Maxwell Forrest
1
Command, Diplomacy and...Engineering? Maximillian Of The Woods is kind of an inverse Queen Po but a more relative comparison would be the Borg Queen, my oh my he keeps royal company! But in order to keep up with the Borg Queen he needs to have some more traits to call on. The raw base and voyage numbers are there to make him usable on any roster with the requisite number of stars, it's just that the rest of him screams pack filler.
Bearing in mind we have not had an Enterprise mega yet, his event usage in the future is still limited and whilst both he and Queen are similar in numbers (with Forrest having a small advantage) I would probably still prioritise the latter due to Forrest lacking any kind of flavor. Should he gain favour to be awarded your citations, he'll perform well day-to-day for the foreseeable future, though he's most likely capped at voyage piece.
Bearing in mind we have not had an Enterprise mega yet, his event usage in the future is still limited and whilst both he and Queen are similar in numbers (with Forrest having a small advantage) I would probably still prioritise the latter due to Forrest lacking any kind of flavor. Should he gain favour to be awarded your citations, he'll perform well day-to-day for the foreseeable future, though he's most likely capped at voyage piece.
Admiral Patrick
1
Is one of the finest admirals in the fleet a good choice for voyage rosters? That's a stupid question. Surprisingly our augmented savant here is a top choice for CMD/SCI voyages, that is if you don't have that field already well crewed. Although he beats the likes of Tenavik and FO Burnham for the top spot in the CMD/SCI leagues his overall usefulness is negated by a middling ship ability and less than useful event numbers. Two 1k base stats will get him work on shuttles should he not find room on an already crowded CMD/SCI voyage. Should you not have FO Burnham then Patrick is an adequate replacement, just don't expect him to pull too many event bonuses.
Age of Sail Data
1
A nice change of pace from all the ENG primary Datas, AoS leverages a variant-best CMD for fairly regular event work. His smattering of traits and a new Picard-themed TV show should help him rebound from a slow 2019. A chunk of arena damage always catches the eye, but the unfortunate combination of trigger and poor passive stats brings him in a hair behind more available options like Covert Leland or Survivalist Kirk.
Ahdar Ru'afo
F. Murray Abraham's hateable perS'ona (still) owns the top ENG base in the game, but contributes next to nothing in the arena, gauntlet, or collections tab. He's below average on voyages, even considering a plus skill set. A handful of traits give him some wiggle room on possible future weekend bonuses, though in all likelihood, he'll be holding down a Faction seat for events with thin bonus pools. That's still a useful job, but on any given week he'll be competing with over a hundred crew who will be a better choice for those uncommon ENG slots when bonus.
All this is not to say that Ru'afo is a bad card. Just be aware that the stories you hear about him will come from players who obtained him fully fused out of the box from his mega event. If you have The Traveler on your roster and are happy with the investment, that's the sort of future trajectory you can expect from Ru'afo.
All this is not to say that Ru'afo is a bad card. Just be aware that the stories you hear about him will come from players who obtained him fully fused out of the box from his mega event. If you have The Traveler on your roster and are happy with the investment, that's the sort of future trajectory you can expect from Ru'afo.
Archer and Porthos
1
The pessimist might say, "He's a direct downgrade from Humbled Archer - base, voyage, and skill set!" The optimist might say, "He's a direct downgrade from Humbled Archer - base, voyage, and skill set. I don't have to waste dil on him!"
Although crew deserve to be ranked on their own merits and not always against their big brothers, to quote a player reaction from Arthos' release, "This card does not need to be." If you happen to have Humbled Archer, you have Arthos and more.
About those previously mentioned merits, the requisite power creep numbers are certainly there; a fat DIP base and sturdy voyage score, but almost nothing else is. A thin trait set which may as well number three (If we're all in Starfleet, are any of us really in Starfleet?) does support a single collection, but is not brimming with event potential.
Which especially hurts for a character like Archer. "Main cast" and "Captain" has netted him about an event per year. His variant event count sits tied with the likes of Lord Neelix, The Most High Chakotay, and Sir Wesley the Brave.
A vanilla crew in the truest sense of the phrase, Archer's surface level numbers are a boon and, if fused, will guarantee him day one work on almost any roster if you want to venture into his debut pack which includes headliner Gary Seven. But his cliff is a lot sharper and coming a lot sooner than the level of crew you'd want to dive into a weekday 6-pack for.
Although crew deserve to be ranked on their own merits and not always against their big brothers, to quote a player reaction from Arthos' release, "This card does not need to be." If you happen to have Humbled Archer, you have Arthos and more.
About those previously mentioned merits, the requisite power creep numbers are certainly there; a fat DIP base and sturdy voyage score, but almost nothing else is. A thin trait set which may as well number three (If we're all in Starfleet, are any of us really in Starfleet?) does support a single collection, but is not brimming with event potential.
Which especially hurts for a character like Archer. "Main cast" and "Captain" has netted him about an event per year. His variant event count sits tied with the likes of Lord Neelix, The Most High Chakotay, and Sir Wesley the Brave.
A vanilla crew in the truest sense of the phrase, Archer's surface level numbers are a boon and, if fused, will guarantee him day one work on almost any roster if you want to venture into his debut pack which includes headliner Gary Seven. But his cliff is a lot sharper and coming a lot sooner than the level of crew you'd want to dive into a weekday 6-pack for.
Augment Commander O'Brien
3
A fairly well-rounded 2-skiller, including a bevy of traits to enhance his gauntlet and event potential. His proficiency pair is #1 in the gauntlet and he has two usable bases for event work. Non-Jury Rigger collections generally aren't a consideration for legendary crew, but finding three in one package including a vanity spot is still a nice perk. 2019 flooded the landscape with SEC/ENG voyagers, all but eliminating O'Brien's possibilities there, despite numbers that are strong for a 2-skiller. Missing a third skill is the only thing keeping O'Brien from vaulting up the ranks.
Away Team Number One
Majel is a gauntlet crew through and through, meaning her first star is great, but spending extra behold capital a calculated investment. Discovery may open up a small avenue for variant events, but with poor bases beside, it's the rest of this card that's interesting. Armus-eque in the gauntlet, she owns two highly ranked pairs, one of which is only a few points from #1. On ships, she can reach +11 attack fast enough (6 sec) for almost any instant damage crew and her voyage work is average, even saddled with a bloated skill set. Not a weekend warrior by any means, but worthwhile daily numbers and packs a punch from star one.
Bartender Tuvok
1
Not the worst skill set for voyages (I thought all Bartenders got MED?), Tuvok's power there is in its twilight, but still has a bit of juice left. Working in his favor is a chunk of SEC/SCI that most Tuvok variants supply, but what he provides on voyages would seem to be the side dish to his bases.
Tuvok's event chances have never been prodigious, but in combination with traits have actually grown over the years and he's now claimed a featured event in four consecutive years. His DIP primary sits at or near the top of his variants and viable traits while a 1k SECondary will lend some Faction flexibility as well. He's not special, or even great, but he's a fine event puzzle piece who can find voyage work on the right rosters.
Tuvok's event chances have never been prodigious, but in combination with traits have actually grown over the years and he's now claimed a featured event in four consecutive years. His DIP primary sits at or near the top of his variants and viable traits while a 1k SECondary will lend some Faction flexibility as well. He's not special, or even great, but he's a fine event puzzle piece who can find voyage work on the right rosters.
Beloved Annorax
Stop smiling at me like that, you're creeping me out. New and improved Happy Annorax outdoes standard issue Annorax statistically, but that doesn't do much to escape his eventual fate as a non-event voyager with little else to speak of. His overall total and big SCI/ENG voyage pair are nice, even if it's on the common side, and his bases can certainly pitch in on non-bonus shuttles as needed. Get away from that, and it's zeroes all the way down the line for arena, events, gauntlet and collections.
There's still oomph in the numbers, but this Annorax is a lover, not a fighter, so if he ends up sitting on your bench for a while waiting on that Casual mega (Hi, Frasier!), he won't make much of a fuss.
There's still oomph in the numbers, but this Annorax is a lover, not a fighter, so if he ends up sitting on your bench for a while waiting on that Casual mega (Hi, Frasier!), he won't make much of a fuss.
Captain Harry Kim
Kim fans, I know you're out there. Congratulations on competent in-game representation. Before this variant came along, the best use we usually got out of his five outfits was an easy breezy one star crew build to spam for the dilithium achievement. This time around Cap'n Kid brings more power to his game, even if it won't knock your socks off. Shuttle numbers that can hang with anyone outside the top ten and two of his bases are also variant-best for a modest, but consistent handful of events.
On voyages there are a couple familiar faces above him in the ranks (Braxton, La Borg), but his numbers are good enough to keep him inside the top ten CMD/ENG options. His utility isn't terribly broad and a poor trait set and Faction event rate aren't doing him any favors, but for a Kim crew, this is like being promoted to Admiral.
On voyages there are a couple familiar faces above him in the ranks (Braxton, La Borg), but his numbers are good enough to keep him inside the top ten CMD/ENG options. His utility isn't terribly broad and a poor trait set and Faction event rate aren't doing him any favors, but for a Kim crew, this is like being promoted to Admiral.
Captain Lorian
2
There was a time when the T'Pucker love child's note read top five for base and voyage. Then top ten. Now he sits outside the top twenty for both and even though he still enjoys a strong reputation, the numbers would advise caution on a ground-up investment.
Lorian's event rate predictably slowed as Vulcan, accounting for most of his bonuses, has been M.I.A. for two years and Saboteur seems to be his only other wacky trait mega option. You're probably not using him much on shuttles anymore either with a few megas and plenty of event crew ahead of him. The voyage work is still mostly intact as he's a fringe top ten ENG/CMD option, but with another piece of his utility. Jury Rigger, taking a hit, he may not be much more than mid-level voyager going forward.
If you want a laugh, check out his arena page where an odd mix of crit rating and +EV activate after a Solar Beam-esque 18 seconds.
Lorian's event rate predictably slowed as Vulcan, accounting for most of his bonuses, has been M.I.A. for two years and Saboteur seems to be his only other wacky trait mega option. You're probably not using him much on shuttles anymore either with a few megas and plenty of event crew ahead of him. The voyage work is still mostly intact as he's a fringe top ten ENG/CMD option, but with another piece of his utility. Jury Rigger, taking a hit, he may not be much more than mid-level voyager going forward.
If you want a laugh, check out his arena page where an odd mix of crit rating and +EV activate after a Solar Beam-esque 18 seconds.
Captain Spock
1
Captain Spock would remind us that "Klingons don't have tear ducts", but forum posters do. Stats for the iconic movie Spock came in a hair under impressive and heralded the opening of many new salt mines, but a year and a half later, he still has some usefulness as a mid-level card.
Go figure, his stats haven't gotten better over time, but he's still teetering on the plus side for voyages with a dash of new player gauntlet utility when he collects a favorable gauntlet crit number from one or more of his many traits. Spock's main contribution continues to be events, also boosted by traits, with perennially strong bonus chances and a pair of usable (but weak) bases.
Go figure, his stats haven't gotten better over time, but he's still teetering on the plus side for voyages with a dash of new player gauntlet utility when he collects a favorable gauntlet crit number from one or more of his many traits. Spock's main contribution continues to be events, also boosted by traits, with perennially strong bonus chances and a pair of usable (but weak) bases.
Captain Thadiun Okona
1
Much like his dreamboat on-screen character, The Outrageous Okona gives us just what we want - gauntlet and voyage work from a one-off name. There may be a bit of shuttle work in the cards thanks to his rogueish trait set, but modest bases instead allow room for more frequent dice rolling as he leverages two middle-strength rolls into the top DIP/ENG pair, affording you the chance to smack The Caretaker around.
Some turn of the decade crew have helped bolster the DIP/ENG voyage ranks, but it's still a skill pair on the thinner side, giving Okona above average returns there. The Thad-of-all-trades is fine behold value, even if he lacks name recognition.
Some turn of the decade crew have helped bolster the DIP/ENG voyage ranks, but it's still a skill pair on the thinner side, giving Okona above average returns there. The Thad-of-all-trades is fine behold value, even if he lacks name recognition.
Chancellor Gowron
1
For a single star, not many crew can pack a punch like Ol' Crazy Eyes. Outside of the gauntlet, Gowron's numbers are an embarassment, but inside the cage, he's quite the mauler. Owning the #2 DIP proficiency and DIP/SEC pair is formidable, no matter how well developed your starting five is. He's far better than his peers at 1/5, but additional stars are a downright foolish investment unless you have the begolds to waste. 🐋
Christopher Pike
1
If this is the man you're counting on to buoy Jeffrey Hunter's Pike card to relevance, it's time to let that dream go. Instead, crack open a nice, cold, refreshing Disco Pike. There are some fringe benefits here, but the main usefulness you'll glean from this card lies in the good ol' base and voyage work.
The CMD ranks are quite Disco heavy already so Pike's base sits behind a few common names. Still strong for Factions and daily shuttles, even if it doesn't carry the dominance that a Tilly or Culber enjoyed for over a year. On voyages, he ranks in the top half which gives an otherwise terrible skill set opportunity on some rosters to contribute a CMD primary in the same amount as the heralded Mirror Jean-Luc Picard.
The CMD ranks are quite Disco heavy already so Pike's base sits behind a few common names. Still strong for Factions and daily shuttles, even if it doesn't carry the dominance that a Tilly or Culber enjoyed for over a year. On voyages, he ranks in the top half which gives an otherwise terrible skill set opportunity on some rosters to contribute a CMD primary in the same amount as the heralded Mirror Jean-Luc Picard.
Covert Operative Leland
Leland would be a forgotten man if not for his two big anchor points - Disco (and Section 31) events for a bonus tally that blows by household names and triggerless arena damage which is just a step below the big shipboard options and does a fine job of shortening the skirmish grind. If you're well stocked in those areas, his only other point of interest is a middling gauntlet pair which occasionally pops up with 45% crit. He's a good starter crew, but has a ceiling of Disco requistion shuttles on established rosters.
Delta Flyer Paris
1
Like my belt at Thanksgiving, we're going to see just how much Paris' skill set can handle before it snaps. It's already Altas holding up the world as the best skill set in the game drags pathetic voyage strength kicking and screaming into service for some of the game's rarest skill combos and even puts some medium strength gauntlet roles into play, thanks to that lack of competition and the occasional 45% gauntlets.
CMD and ENG bases still tops for Paris variants may be equally weak, but Paris boasts a good Faction rate thus far and only one of nine traits have been picked for mega duty, leaving him more wiggle room there. A skill set does not a crew make and even though it's done a valiant job making Paris relevant thus far, when you start adding stars to him you're going to wonder how many it takes before the numbers on the screen finally look good.
CMD and ENG bases still tops for Paris variants may be equally weak, but Paris boasts a good Faction rate thus far and only one of nine traits have been picked for mega duty, leaving him more wiggle room there. A skill set does not a crew make and even though it's done a valiant job making Paris relevant thus far, when you start adding stars to him you're going to wonder how many it takes before the numbers on the screen finally look good.
Dr. 'Bones' McCoy
1
If you were in the Big Book lounge during this crew's release, you may have heard muttered a few, "Fuck if I know"s. Bones only has one skill, but it's bloody enormous. Aside from Culber's 'MED and SCI' shuttle score, McCoy posts #1s across the board for his "And" shuttle seat ranks which read 1/1/1/1/2. For perspective, base(d) God Professor Sato's "And" ranks are 1/1/3/4/4 and she even has the luxury of two extra skills!
He's *going* to be used, the only question is how often? With MED bringing up the Faction rear accounting for roughly 5-6% of event seating, there are weekends where you won't see a single MED seat across any of the 3-seat missions and only sprinkled in sparingly elsewhere. Yet with only three super rares able to match him with a bonus, Bones often only needs one opportunity to be the best choice.
The value of a naked shuttle score is among the most variable attributes to try and rank. If you run tanked shuttles or max difficulty missions, if you love Faction events or eschew them in favor of other types... Bones is far from Captain Scott territory, but you should try him out for yourself to see how often he's making a difference for you and to what degree.
He's *going* to be used, the only question is how often? With MED bringing up the Faction rear accounting for roughly 5-6% of event seating, there are weekends where you won't see a single MED seat across any of the 3-seat missions and only sprinkled in sparingly elsewhere. Yet with only three super rares able to match him with a bonus, Bones often only needs one opportunity to be the best choice.
The value of a naked shuttle score is among the most variable attributes to try and rank. If you run tanked shuttles or max difficulty missions, if you love Faction events or eschew them in favor of other types... Bones is far from Captain Scott territory, but you should try him out for yourself to see how often he's making a difference for you and to what degree.
Durango Troi
1
Durango's note used to gush about her huge SEC lead over other variants and that's still true, in a sense. Dark Empath Troi (Naughty Troi, Deanna de Vil, Cruella de Troi, Skunk Troi) nearly matches her base, and with a far better voyage profile is someone we would jump ship to, if that were feasible. Alas, DE Troi is still a year out from portal touch down and so Durango remains on top of her event mountain a while longer.
There's a smoking crater where her voyage power used to be, but with her event pedigree, vanity collection spot, and non-standard trait set, she's still a fine mid-range behold target who can pitch in on Troi event shuttles with her first star.
There's a smoking crater where her voyage power used to be, but with her event pedigree, vanity collection spot, and non-standard trait set, she's still a fine mid-range behold target who can pitch in on Troi event shuttles with her first star.
Emperor Philippa Georgiou
Shuttle-quality bases meet passable voyage work for a limited number of skill combos, but her daily contributions pale in comparison to her weekend potential. As one of the more popular names from an ongoing TV show she may end up catching as many bonuses as anyone in STT history. Even without playing guessing games, the Empress has enjoyed an event bonus in two of every three months since her debut and pairs them excellently with double 1k bases. If you're a Discovery or Mirror fan, Emperor Philippa should be on your short list of crew to acquire.
Enemy Lines Sisko
2
It's alright that Sisko's voyage power isn't there (anymore), his skill set isn't one that you need more of in that area of the game anyways. B.A. Sisko is more of an event piece with a useful arena ability attached. One Sisko is pretty much as good as the next for his events (unless you're wearing a tux) and with almost double digit traits, you can pencil him in for a few bonuses yearly.
His Skirmish and Arena nuke hits for the max amount among triggerless options and is a fine substitute if you're missing one of the top shelf options. Double collections are there if you need them, but are a blip on the radar for his overall value.
His Skirmish and Arena nuke hits for the max amount among triggerless options and is a fine substitute if you're missing one of the top shelf options. Double collections are there if you need them, but are a blip on the radar for his overall value.
Etana Jol
DB has been generous to the engineering landscape since Etana's appearance which, in conjunction with not having collected a bonus since then, renders her dual 1k bases rather pedestrian. She does have one of the more intriguing trait sets with a few of them sitting in the right size range for a mega, but her shuttle work to date remains on a downhill trajectory.
Still quite viable, however, is her top ten ENG/DIP voyage work. Event and campaign names may have bumped her down the list for some players, but in an extraordinary turn of events, you DO get to use more than one crew on voyages. (Very) Early game gauntlet work driven by a top ten ENG proficiency and an awkward-but-strong arena ability (where do I put my hands during Position?) give her shades of value on the periphery.
Still quite viable, however, is her top ten ENG/DIP voyage work. Event and campaign names may have bumped her down the list for some players, but in an extraordinary turn of events, you DO get to use more than one crew on voyages. (Very) Early game gauntlet work driven by a top ten ENG proficiency and an awkward-but-strong arena ability (where do I put my hands during Position?) give her shades of value on the periphery.
Falcon O'Brien
1
He's still the man with the Golden Gun whose big SEC base draws more looks than Scaramanga's third nipple, but he's become dead weight on voyages. Between the third most common skill set and a sub-200 ranked voyage score, he should be fused for weekend or collection potential only. With little to offer on the periphery, you're looking at a shuttle pilot who's one of the better vanity options to fuse.
Gangster Kirk
Going on three years old, the utility just isn't there anymore for Hannibal, unless you count Fizzbin instructor. Kirk's voyage power (including skill set) is firmly in its twilight years and there are no interesting corners of the card to dive into. That being said, you won't find more clockwork event bonuses outside of current TV shows than the Icon James T. and Gangster has an established CMD lead over the pack. He's a fine event card to snag copies of against poor or irrelevant options, just don't expect much heavy lifting day to day from a crew his age.
Gangster Spock
2
No, you haven't wandered into the Super Rare crew...those are Gangster's actual stat ranks. Yet he still manages to dodge those poor numbers and contribute. The gauntlet is Gangster's game and despite taking a beating there from recent crew additions, he still owns the #2 SEC/ENG ranked pair on the strength of his #1 overall SEC proficiency. A lengthy trait list has him popping up with 45% crit from time to time and helps make him a practiced Caretaker sniper.
Beyond that, he profiles similarly to many gauntlet crew - poor base and voyage numbers. There's a gulf in usefulness betweens stars one to five and even though his return on investment is poor compared to many cards, Spock events and good-for-super-rare bases should earn him Faction work at higher fusion levels, even if it's on requisition shuttles.
Beyond that, he profiles similarly to many gauntlet crew - poor base and voyage numbers. There's a gulf in usefulness betweens stars one to five and even though his return on investment is poor compared to many cards, Spock events and good-for-super-rare bases should earn him Faction work at higher fusion levels, even if it's on requisition shuttles.
Grateful Lwaxana Troi
1
Carrot Top is far less flashy than her dress sense implies. The event work is nil, the skill set is 💩, and the traits are thinner value than they look for weekend bonuses while having no proficiencies to latch onto in the gauntlet. "So why the fuck is she ranked here?" First of all, watch your language - this is a children's book.
The nature of power creep dictates that with the requisite number of stars, she will be used on almost any roster. Knocking handfuls of old mega crew off certain voyage combos or those same Kols and Thraxes from shuttles too. She'll drop in value faster than other crew, but if you're a Majel fanatic (so say we all) and want an honor project off the beaten path, you can be grateful to have this power creeped variant of one of the most joyful characters in Trek history.
The nature of power creep dictates that with the requisite number of stars, she will be used on almost any roster. Knocking handfuls of old mega crew off certain voyage combos or those same Kols and Thraxes from shuttles too. She'll drop in value faster than other crew, but if you're a Majel fanatic (so say we all) and want an honor project off the beaten path, you can be grateful to have this power creeped variant of one of the most joyful characters in Trek history.
H.M.S. Pinafore Data
Data's variants in Timelines are a fascinating study. They're both quite similar and yet Rock, Paper, Scissors at the same time. Having looked at what each offers, Pinafore stands out as one of the best. A #1 variant ENG, usable CMD, and top ten ENG/CMD voyage work at the very least have him near the top of the pack, even if he's missing the trait benefits that a handful of others have. Data's perennial event work should rebound from a slow 2019 to buoy otherwise unimpressive stat ranks. Close your eyes and throw at a dartboard of Datas and you'll never come away disappointed.
Imprinted Archer
The year of the ENG/MED/SCI crew keeps on rolling, and for the first-ever MED primary with the coveted trifecta, DB gives us the legendary doctor...Archer? Mother Hen Jonathan is bugging out in a big way, but he winds up being much more White Rabbit than Leonardo Da Vinci in overall impact. Exclusive skill sets like his have value, and he's likely to get plenty of voyage run, but no matter the skill set, you never want to see a crew with a voyage total worse than luminaries like Judge Q and Revolutionary Damar. The outlook is bleak on the weekends, as only one of Archer's three events has been Faction, and even that was a hybrid. If the stars align and Archer's number is finally called for a Faction event, Bug Brain would bring variant-best MED and ENG to the table, but if you think that's very likely, you're really sniffing Xindi slime.
Kay Eaton Kira
Much like the White Rose Redi-Tea she's stirring up, Kay won't be to everyone's palate, whether you're a self-respecting Englishman or simply just tired of this skillset. With no less than three previous megas sharing the same set, chances are, even if you haven't been chasing it, it's not something you're worrying about. Poor traits and the conspicuous absence of the Bajoran tag - consistent with Benny Russell, but still disappointing - mean that you're essentially waiting for events for her dance card to get any play.
That being said, as a Kira event piece, she does immediately carve out a unique space as her only SCI variant, which could well pay dividends in the future, and if you happened to miss some recent mega crew, she'll shore up any deficiences you have there. You do, after all, need to fill multiple seats for these skills, and there's nothing wrong with strengthening what you already have - you can't always plug your roster holes, especially since some of them are designed that way (looking at you, MED/CMD).
In the end, appropriately for such a forward looking character, you're investing in future spoils with this card, not immediate gratification. Depending on your playstyle, that either makes her an investment sink, or a source of incredible satisfaction six to twelve months down the line.
That being said, as a Kira event piece, she does immediately carve out a unique space as her only SCI variant, which could well pay dividends in the future, and if you happened to miss some recent mega crew, she'll shore up any deficiences you have there. You do, after all, need to fill multiple seats for these skills, and there's nothing wrong with strengthening what you already have - you can't always plug your roster holes, especially since some of them are designed that way (looking at you, MED/CMD).
In the end, appropriately for such a forward looking character, you're investing in future spoils with this card, not immediate gratification. Depending on your playstyle, that either makes her an investment sink, or a source of incredible satisfaction six to twelve months down the line.
Klingon Bride Jadzia
It's not often I go out of my way to compliment a Dax, but Bride is more useful than her numbers look. She's already picked up two megas to go with Dax's hefty event count which trumps base ranks when she's getting so much use out of them. Her proficiencies result in only a single ranked gauntlet pair, but with so many traits, she performs like Guinan-lite as a DIP primary. DIP/SCI isn't hurting for voyage options, but the vast majority of crew rated better are total event non-starters; something worth considering if you prefer crew who can do it all. If you're only after big base or voyage numbers that's understandable, but Bride's versatility warrants consideration, even if she doesn't offer anything elite day to day.
Krenim Guest Paris
1
One of the most warm and empathetic ambassadors in Trek history, this Paris card surely deserves such a diplomatic bent… "I'd rather spend a year in solitary confinement than listen to any of this." ... perhaps not. Regardless, this 'intransigent young man' is a fine pickup for daily and event work. Between double 1k bases and a lack of competition among variants, this would seem to be THE Paris to own for events. His primary is 400 points above everybody's favorite lizard food Mutated Paris and his event count is not only healthy, but also heavily skewed toward Factions which all but guarantees future weekend work at any star level.
His voyage capabilities aren't lacking either. His skill set is fairly rare (though DIP/CMD is not), so a splash of ENG will help him edge out competition from the CMD/DIP/SEC set and draws comparison to the Borg Queen. If she's been anchoring your runs for the past few years, Paris should come close to matching her star-for-star, even considering DIP's ubiquity. On ships, a chunk of crit bonus at six seconds is sure to catch the eye of Skirmishers and offers a bit of peripheral value, even if better options exist.
His voyage capabilities aren't lacking either. His skill set is fairly rare (though DIP/CMD is not), so a splash of ENG will help him edge out competition from the CMD/DIP/SEC set and draws comparison to the Borg Queen. If she's been anchoring your runs for the past few years, Paris should come close to matching her star-for-star, even considering DIP's ubiquity. On ships, a chunk of crit bonus at six seconds is sure to catch the eye of Skirmishers and offers a bit of peripheral value, even if better options exist.
Loken
1
Loken's ranking anywhere above, say, a ham sandwich has almost everything to do with the ENG/MED part of his skill set which will help you attack the universal weak point of any player's voyage lineup. If you need help trying to shore up those runs, and we all do, your options will be limited and Loken can at least do that. His underachieving bases will rarely help you between three bad traits in one hand and a few superior ENG mega crew in the other. Which leaves an eight second arena nuke as his only other worthwhile attribute if you can meet its cloak requirement.
By the way, I have Ham Sandwich around tier 8. Solid whole wheat base will make some shuttle runs when bonus, but few condiments limit his voyage and event potential.
By the way, I have Ham Sandwich around tier 8. Solid whole wheat base will make some shuttle runs when bonus, but few condiments limit his voyage and event potential.
Lucille Davenport
If you're here, it's either because you're wondering if Lucy is worth immortalizing all those collection crew or your Elusive Treasures behold made you go "huh, I didn't know I could get her from beholds". First, the crew. Janeway was milk carton material for over a year when her events dried up, but with them picking back up in 2019, her respectable DIP base will be an asset and a couple eventable traits (where is Caretaker?!) may add some surprise value. With #100 being the new average on voyages, Lucy is at least competent there, if unspectacular.
Is she worth the collection effort? If your focus is pure performance, then no. Odo and Kim are rarely crew you want to take a star of in any circumstance, let alone being worth citations. The other five release crew are solid-to-great, and so if you're sitting with a 3/5 Lucy and she pops in an Elusive Treasures pack, then that may save you a huge chunk of honor if you desire her. With Chef Riker joining that collection, and thus opening the door for more additions, the price for this homely Gothic protagonist may well end up only trending cheaper.
Is she worth the collection effort? If your focus is pure performance, then no. Odo and Kim are rarely crew you want to take a star of in any circumstance, let alone being worth citations. The other five release crew are solid-to-great, and so if you're sitting with a 3/5 Lucy and she pops in an Elusive Treasures pack, then that may save you a huge chunk of honor if you desire her. With Chef Riker joining that collection, and thus opening the door for more additions, the price for this homely Gothic protagonist may well end up only trending cheaper.
Merry Men Crusher
2
First off, let's all take a moment to appreciate the best crew name this game has ever produced. Fetishists rejoice for a tier 1 name. Her bases are a game of good news, bad news. They're great by the numbers - two over 1100 and both variant-best. But Bev has never exceeded one event feature in a calendar year. If we dig into the big bag of traits, 'costumed' or 'physician' may trigger in the future, but she'll likely have to settle for very sporadic weekend work.
Voyages are a reverse story - a disappointing total that will often be eclipsed by new crew. But all permutations of her skill set are low on options, meaning that she'll regularly catch a ride over better ranked crew. With some tweaks to her numbers, she could be a megastar. But as power creep catches up the field and not her event count, she's more of an interesting crew who has the potential to stopgap multiple holes at once.
Voyages are a reverse story - a disappointing total that will often be eclipsed by new crew. But all permutations of her skill set are low on options, meaning that she'll regularly catch a ride over better ranked crew. With some tweaks to her numbers, she could be a megastar. But as power creep catches up the field and not her event count, she's more of an interesting crew who has the potential to stopgap multiple holes at once.
Mirror Beverly Crusher
1
Crusher? I hardly know her! Think Cornwell-lite when it comes to Mirror Bev. Her MED base isn't quite variant-best (Merry Men Crusher), but her DIP is. While her voyage total is sinking about as fast as a North Star passenger liner, a MED primary skill set means she'll feel it markedly less, even with a number of new, superior MED crew joining the fray, and she may well be worth taking in a Behold on that basis alone. The Crushers' weakness has historically been event count, but this Bev is aided by the mirror trait and is, in fact, the #1 Mirror MED base.
Mirror Data
The Mr. Potato Head of Trek characters, many of Data's variants seem to have the same solid core with just some external tweaks from crew to crew. That's not a bad thing; they're all pretty reliable and Data events should rebound from a quiet 2019 to continue to provide value to his variants. Mirror's voyage power has been bruised lately from the run of SEC/ENG crew in 2019 and an ever-sinking voyage rank, but an ENG (or MED) primary crew with guaranteed event work will always be a roster piece worth acquiring.
Mirror Shukar
1
Shukar has a handful of traits, most notably Disco, to help elevate pretty poor bases. More sturdy proficiencies combine for a couple ranked gauntlet pairs and help form respectable voyage numbers where he picks up a splash of SCI to prevent him from being too easily replaceable. Discovery megas have hugely buoyed his value, but as a voyager he has just enough juice to help you out even if those events dry up.
Mobile Doctor
1
The former MED base leader is in danger of falling out of the top ten. On voyages, the numbers speak for themselves in a way that even a handy skill order has trouble saving. But a crew with sinking effectiveness in all corners, was thrown a lifeline in the form of Fusion-palooza! As a standalone card he still has event value, but as a catalyst to create the ultra useful Indulgent Seven, he has new life. Despite Father Time bearing down on him, Mobile Doc is still a handy card to come across at the behold screen.
Nomad
Nomad coordinate! Oops, wrong episode. Well, equally iconic to the Original Series faithful is the suppository-looking Nomad. This probe's über sophisticated tech doesn't quite translate in game, but it's still sufficiently powerful for daily use. For the fourth consecutive month, we're introduced to another top ten SCI base; this one without much of an event pedigree. But an interesting cocktail of traits should enhance Nomad's voyage seating and, if you cross your fingers hard enough, event chances down the line. As the top voyager in the SEC/ENG/SCI set, Nomad is a plug-and-play crew for anyone chasing their childhood memories and though a crew's usability often slips more rapidly without regular events or broader utility, Nomad is in line to serve man for at least a while.
Phlox, Au Naturel
1
Even if you don't have fond mammaries of Phlox, you have to admit his body of work is impressive. The cupboard is no longer bare of ENG/MED crew and we can be more pec and choosy about who we thrust out there, butt he's still a member of a most attractive skill set. And while his SCI base no longer warrants a wolf whistle, it's still a thicc and formidable package when taken alongside his fringe benefits, such as his low-hanging gauntlet pair. P.P.S - don't let him slip through the crack if your voyages need some lift. Just don't focus on the fact that his shuttle and event contributions are so naked.
Prince Bashir
3
Fairly usable from several angles and excelling in niche situations, Prince Bashir was a giveaway crew late in 2018. If you have a copy (or two) of him from then, he's almost always going to be worth starring up via beholds. While nothing pops off the stat sheet, the secret sauce is his skill set. A CMD base 600 (!!) points better than the next variant all but guarantees him faction event work even from 1/5 and on voyages, he's in the top ten for combined MED+CMD. Prince is a step or two below the sort of crew you'll want to spend honor on, but as a behold choice, he's firmly above average.
Protomorphosis Barclay
1
His stat ranks remain quite good for a man of his age, but his use is sadly quite narrow. He's a zero in the gauntlet, arena, and events where he averages just one per year. Double 1100 bases may inspire envy, yet they're ranked low enough that someone playing a reasonable length of time is likely to have a crew ranked higher (Mega 5*) to handle non-bonus faction event work. Still, they're far from useless and he's in the mix among the better voyagers for a crowded SCI/ENG skill combo. If you're not a fan of DB's Wimpy ranked reward structure and care more about bases than event counts, he's a fine behold choice with a stat-boosting collection payoff at the end.
Redjac Jaris
1
Before I talk about this card, I just want to remind you all that Scotty has two legendary variants in this game, and both of them are fairly terrible to just barely mediocre. Now I want to remind you that this could very easily have been Redjac Scotty, and I think I can imagine your disappointment. Right, now that that's done, let's talk about this particular wolf in the fold. Rather reminiscent of Colonel Q, but what a difference 400% instant damage makes to your long term prospects, eh?
A cookie cutter skill set, a new top ten base, a just skirting under 50 voyage score - very much in the mould of almost everyone that's been released this year, which makes it harder and harder to pick between them, but if your set-up lacks a +Acc and you don't want to go with the meta of Ardra/Scott and co., Jaris is an easily justified quick shot that will find a home with you. Just don't expect him to put in any event work - his best shot is Villain, and unless you start hearing maniacal laughs in the distance, there are better crew to chase.
A cookie cutter skill set, a new top ten base, a just skirting under 50 voyage score - very much in the mould of almost everyone that's been released this year, which makes it harder and harder to pick between them, but if your set-up lacks a +Acc and you don't want to go with the meta of Ardra/Scott and co., Jaris is an easily justified quick shot that will find a home with you. Just don't expect him to put in any event work - his best shot is Villain, and unless you start hearing maniacal laughs in the distance, there are better crew to chase.
Riker Odan
Well, here we are - at the point where even the artists for this game are sick of all the SCI/DIP/CMD cards we've been getting these last few months. Look at poor Riker. Look at him. No, really, look at him, you'll start to feel as queasy as he does.
He may have stolen Chef Riker's distinction of being the only Willy with SCI, but aside from 50 or so voyage ranks between them, the one man series-wrecking ball is a better overall package than this coronavirus inspired card.
SCI slots are likely to be harder to come by in Riker events, there are no collections to his name, and just look at some of the other, better options for this skill set we've gotten.
If you weren't here for Surak, then chances are you were here for Tenavik. If you weren't here for Tenavik, then chances are you were here for the global gift of Mambo Picard. And if you weren't here for Mambo Picard! Then chances are very good you were here for Picard and Number One! And if you weren't here for Picard and Number One! . . . Then who's driving the plane?!
He may have stolen Chef Riker's distinction of being the only Willy with SCI, but aside from 50 or so voyage ranks between them, the one man series-wrecking ball is a better overall package than this coronavirus inspired card.
SCI slots are likely to be harder to come by in Riker events, there are no collections to his name, and just look at some of the other, better options for this skill set we've gotten.
If you weren't here for Surak, then chances are you were here for Tenavik. If you weren't here for Tenavik, then chances are you were here for the global gift of Mambo Picard. And if you weren't here for Mambo Picard! Then chances are very good you were here for Picard and Number One! And if you weren't here for Picard and Number One! . . . Then who's driving the plane?!
Romulan Data
1
Another Data, another stalwart. A base/event pairing you can set your watch by, but an unenviable voyage score paired with a skill set which is no longer rare. On ships, his ability and start time line up nicely for players looking to blast through Skirmish battles. He remains reliable, but no longer powerful.
Romulan Picard
1
A variant-best base for a character with Picard's infinity versions is impressive. And we always welcome a racial trait tacked onto main cast to inflate their event count. In the gauntlet, his proficiencies put him within half a percent of the #3 SEC/DIP pair and some durable arena EV activates fast enough to avoid most instant damage crew. The skill set is a bummer, but he's an otherwise versatile crew.
Rura Penthe Kirk
1
Kirk's Wrathful variant may have bumped RP down a notch, but don't ship him off to the dilithium mines just yet. Kirk tops the charts for variant events and between boasting an 80% Faction rate, two handfuls of traits, and RP's huge base SEC, you're looking at what is probably the safest event 2-skiller in the game.
Even more well known is RP's arena hammer. Instant damage doesn't come any bigger than Kirk's 500% and a ship tailor-made for his cloak trigger, The Valdore, is now in the portal. If you don't trust Ferengi engineering and don't mind an extra button press, RP Kirk is a great arena and skirmish piece who will send your opponents to their frosty death in the wink of an eye.
Even more well known is RP's arena hammer. Instant damage doesn't come any bigger than Kirk's 500% and a ship tailor-made for his cloak trigger, The Valdore, is now in the portal. If you don't trust Ferengi engineering and don't mind an extra button press, RP Kirk is a great arena and skirmish piece who will send your opponents to their frosty death in the wink of an eye.
Safecracker Nog
1
Good ol’ Noggles here is, much like the character he represents, a card with hidden depths. On the surface, he’s infrequent event crew more suited for daily shuttles than he is anything else, with a decent-but-not great 6 second +7 Accuracy boost in the Arena, but if you take the time to work those locks and really study the contents, you’ll see a hidden value here. This particular Nog, is the singular Ferengi in the game with SCI. No, I don’t count Dr. Reyga, thank you. His work on metaphasic shielding has been discredited by the scientific community. Okay, fine, only 4* and above Ferengi with SCI.
Now, on the surface of things, that may not seem like much, but you gotta have faith in the Great Material Continuum. A Ferengi mega feels like it’s been in the offing for a while now, and to have the entire market cornered on a skill, well. It’s a lot more than a lot of 4* crew can offer, I can tell you that. He may not set the world on fire, but he’s certainly unique, and sometimes, that’s all it takes.
Now, on the surface of things, that may not seem like much, but you gotta have faith in the Great Material Continuum. A Ferengi mega feels like it’s been in the offing for a while now, and to have the entire market cornered on a skill, well. It’s a lot more than a lot of 4* crew can offer, I can tell you that. He may not set the world on fire, but he’s certainly unique, and sometimes, that’s all it takes.
Suus Mahna Sarek
2
His numbers don't jump off the page and aren't even average in many cases, but with Sarek, Vulcan, and Disco bonuses supplementing his base and a little SEC/SCI voyage action, Suus Mahna gets his number called more often than you might realize. As long the Disco mega bubble exists, so will his value. His other great utility is a T'kuvma-esque arena offering where his eerily similar passive stats meet an even greater 400% instant damage. You're missing out on a juicy +Attack stat, but considering his utility elsewhere, he can certainly find ways to perform on your roster.
Talas
DB provided too many ENG/SEC choices throughout 2019 to make Talas worth the foray into 6-pack territory, but if you somehow missed a year's worth of offerings and need voyage help for that combo, Talas qualifies.
Sitting vaguely in the top ten ENG/SEC voyagers with some vaguely eventable traits, this character you vaguely remember from a vaguely remembered series has the raw stats to provide help to almost any roster in today's landscape, even if she's not your typical top-shelf, wise investment. Antennae fetishists get the green light to invest, but the rest of us should look for better long term or unique potential.
Sitting vaguely in the top ten ENG/SEC voyagers with some vaguely eventable traits, this character you vaguely remember from a vaguely remembered series has the raw stats to provide help to almost any roster in today's landscape, even if she's not your typical top-shelf, wise investment. Antennae fetishists get the green light to invest, but the rest of us should look for better long term or unique potential.
Temporal Prisoner Chakotay
TPC's situation has done a 180 recently; despite a pristine skill set, crew additions in 2019 have beaten up on his voyage usefulness, particularly SEC/ENG. But after a two year drought, his events have picked back up and as the only legendary Chakotay variant, he can still dominate event work. A rare skill set and uptick in events help him continue to garner work even in the face of drooping stat ranks.
Tempted Data
Tempted was ironically the Soong prototype for all the ENG primary Datas that have come after him. In his heyday he was special and even though Father Time is undefeated, Tempted still has some juice in his legs yet. Due to the logjam among Datas in the ENG base ranks, Tempted will perform similarly to other variants for his numerous events. ENG/DIP additions to the game have unfortunately caused his sinking voyage score to feel more accurate, but that same skill set also helps him maintain two mid-level gauntlet pairs. Statistically weak, but with more versatility than most, including better than average event chances.
The Prophet
1
Average CMD/DIP/SEC voyagers grow on trees and there's not much gauntlet value here either. The two points of interest are an instant activation arena EV (with some ugly numbers, but it's still an option) and more importantly; event work. Sarek, Mirror, Vulcan, and Disco events all trigger bonuses for Prophet to make him (one of) the first crew to 30 bonuses and in combination with a strong, common-for-shuttles DIP, The Prophet is a name you'll end up utilizing more often than you might think.
Owning the #1 Sarek/Mirror/Vulcan DIP all in one package is quite valuable and even though it ranks a bit lower among Disco crew, they've been collecting events at an incredible clip and we welcome trait bonuses wherever we can get them. He may get lost in the voyage and gauntlet wash, but shuttle-quality DIP and loads of chances for weekend work is valuable enough to make Prophet worth acquiring as a stash crew.
Owning the #1 Sarek/Mirror/Vulcan DIP all in one package is quite valuable and even though it ranks a bit lower among Disco crew, they've been collecting events at an incredible clip and we welcome trait bonuses wherever we can get them. He may get lost in the voyage and gauntlet wash, but shuttle-quality DIP and loads of chances for weekend work is valuable enough to make Prophet worth acquiring as a stash crew.
Tuxedo Nog
3
One of the best global gift crew to date, Nog's numbers are starting to show their age, but his well-roundedness buoys his desirability as a behold pick. Triple collections of varying exclusivity are the lede for most players, though he also offers an uncommon skill set for voyages and minor event work. Tux will rarely generate buzz, but is useful enough to be a complementary piece on a well-rounded roster.
Virtuoso Doctor
2
Crew with any substantial amount of MED almost never have trouble finding a home on rosters. The best ingredient in his secret voyage sauce is paring SCI and MED which isn't terribly common among crew ranked higher. His events are frequent enough to elevate a variant-best DIP base and a serviceable gauntlet pair collects 45% crit from time to time. Useful in spurts, if unspectacular.
1701 Jadzia Dax
Beehive Dax is the absolute epitome of event crew. With sub-standard voyage numbers and no Gauntlet use, you’ll find her slipping from daily utility as you gather more potent and multi-faceted SCI crew who can match her base. But leading the pack with FIVE separate event features - more than any other crew - and a skyhigh Dax event count on top of that, you’re going to be unfreezing her several times a year. Arena evasion earns her niche use elsewhere, but this Dax is a weekend warrior, first and foremost.
Admiral Picard
1
This imposter Pi-card is well rounded, but with slipping power. A now-redundant skill set and weak bases are a problem for the typical aveunes of daily use, but his spot in a stat-boosting collection, usable arena accuracy, and Picard events with a dash of intriguing traits are enough to make him worth picking up for most players. The occasional 45% gauntlet is a nice asset for newer rosters, but can't hold up against the top shelf dice rollers.
Age of Sail La Forge
2
Several newer ENG/CMD super rares may have bumped this Geordi from usefulness there, but a good base + event pairing and a stat-boosting collection make him handy to have, even in cryo. A solid all-'rounder, and the only 4* Age of Sail crew - useful if a vanity collection ever decides to materialise on your transporter pad.
Augment Riker
3
An early game performer thanks to a strong ENG proficiency, but he shines post-freeze with a spot in three collections and a handful of events per year with bases just good enough for faction shuttles.
Author Doctor
3
Triple collections and a handful of events, including two features. Not a daily use crew, but he offers exactly what you want from a Super Rare 2-skiller; long term value.
Ba'ku Worf
Ba’ku Worf, now with kung-fu grip! Polarized crew; either a zero or 💯 depending on the area. Big event count paired with a top SEC base is good enough for shuttle use into the mid-game while being a great faction event crew for the long haul. His instant damage in the arena is unlikely to go out of style.
Buck Bokai
2
His name is Buck and he’s here to party. For a weekday pack filler, Buck offers some surprising utility. His event count seems to be a dud now, but he claims two traits from a recent mega event survey (Cultural Figure, Explorer) and boasts great super rare SEC ranks for both. That same base is usable for daily shuttles and a new player who stumbled into a fused Buck early may find his voyage numbers useful, even if the skill set is not. Even his arena offering is usable; fast accuracy with a chunk of crit bonus. The buried lede is a nice pair of collections which makes him ‘necessary’ for completionists. For a non-event crew with the CMD/DIP/SEC skill set, this is the absolute upper limit of crew value.
Captain T'Pol
1
Not a flashy crew, but she gets the job done with a dozen event bonuses, a good (#2 T’Pol) CMD base, and a collection. Top 1/3rd voyage numbers in a somewhat uncommon CMD/SCI stack comprise the bulk of her pre-cryo value.
Christine Chapel
2
Sistine Chapel she is not, but Christine is still worth snagging. Disappointing release numbers are softened by a MED-led skill set for voyages and two scoops of collections automatically lift her value above many other names. Chapel's base ranking is inflated in a depressed MED skill, but with a smattering of trait potential and the juicy prospect of a second date with Leonardo in a re-run, she may pitch in post-cryo from time to time.
Commander Barclay
2
CMD/ENG may be a little less barren than it was, thanks largely to Ru’afo and a few recent event purples, but it’s always nice to stack up on uncommon skill sets. For early players, Broccoli is likely to be very helpful, but more seasoned rosters will find he’s better in the freezer, adding +1 Holodeck Enthusiasts and +1 Innovator, and will only find themselves thawing him out for the odd Barclay event.
Commander Donatra
2
A surprisingly impressive card that rises above bad bases and common skills, thanks to competitive Gauntlet pairs (#2 cumulative proficiency total among 4* crew), two stat boosting collections, and a snappy, if somewhat wimpy, Attack boost. Romulan events will keep her somewhat relevant on the weekends, but it’s dual collections and gauntlet work we’re after.
EV Suit Chekov
As my mother used to say “A Strong DIP Base Will Get You Far In Life” but then she was a strange woman. Whilst long term players with established rosters will probably freeze Chekov with only his bi-annual events to consider, newer players will get good use out of his strong DIP base and high performing voyage rank.
The future of Chekov is probably on the wane, however, with future events more likely to be Discovery or Picard focused - don’t be surprised if Chekov nets fewer weekend appearances in the future without a robust trait set to break his fall.
The future of Chekov is probably on the wane, however, with future events more likely to be Discovery or Picard focused - don’t be surprised if Chekov nets fewer weekend appearances in the future without a robust trait set to break his fall.
Herbert Rossoff
2
In this house, we love and respect Armin Shimmerman - especially when this particularly Principal Synder-esque variant nets dual collections, Quark events, and a top 10 CMD base to boot. If crew are going to be shuttle fodder, then they can only hope to offer post-fusion value like this.
Keyla Detmer
1
A near-copy of Vosk, Detmer trades a bit of his Voyage power for a stronger CMD base and the all-important Disco trait, which means she walks in the door with a healthy event count and the #1 CMD and #4 ENG base for Disco purples. Throw in a few potentially eventable traits, and a stat-boosting collection that she puts on the precipice of no longer needing any Legendaries to complete, and you've got a recipe for a crew just about every roster can find a use for.
Lieutenant Valeris
1
Reprehensible bases make the event count meaningless in this case, but three event features - all of which were a Galaxy (10x bonus) - certainly do matter. Her main daily contribution will come in the gauntlet where she has the #1 cumulative proficiency total and the best CMD/SCI and SEC/SCI pair among 4* crew. Strong +9 Acc at four seconds in the arena is worth a look too.
Niners Kira Nerys
2
A solid and unspectacular card. Top 1/3rd voyage numbers with two bases good enough to compliment adequate event chances. No thrills, no spills - just a good old fashioned ball game to be found here.
Priestess Siranna
Rather like an inferior cover band of a superior artist - or, to put a little more bluntly, a slightly unwelcome second variant for a character with only three appearances - Priestess Siranna may have a higher voyage rank than her less spiritual counterpart, but for skill set, she contributes less, and very little that’s unique outside of a small chunk of early game CMD/MED and potential help unlocking the Quinn node in episode 10.
While she may have been grandfathered into a very healthy event count, we’re about reaching the saturation point when it comes to Discovery 4* crew - by this point, unless you’re scraping the bottom of requisition shuttles every time a mega comes by, you simply don’t need this many to stay competitive, especially not when there are Disco 4* in the portal that offer better bases, collection value and event versatility. For early rosters, she’ll temporarily salve a MEDical emergency, but you’ll be moving on to better crew soon.
While she may have been grandfathered into a very healthy event count, we’re about reaching the saturation point when it comes to Discovery 4* crew - by this point, unless you’re scraping the bottom of requisition shuttles every time a mega comes by, you simply don’t need this many to stay competitive, especially not when there are Disco 4* in the portal that offer better bases, collection value and event versatility. For early rosters, she’ll temporarily salve a MEDical emergency, but you’ll be moving on to better crew soon.
Profitable Ishka
2
Moogie! Top 10 DIP for daily shuttles and only a select few 3/5s can top her for Ferengi shuttles (mega when?). Double collections push her into the upper echelon of 2-skill crew, though most of her value comes post-cryo.
Rianna Mayweather
1
Purely a voyager, but with a long window of relevance, despite what the voyage total says. MED/ENG is not particularly common and her accompanying DIP gives her a totally unique skill set among super rares. She'll have no trouble manning that voyage combo for you through eight hours. The Jury Rigger collection still requires several legendary crew to complete and so is more than just a throw in perk for super rares.
Sybok
2
His badass villain name isn't even the best thing about this guy. Good-to-great stats across the board including top 50 voyage numbers, an 800+ DIP base, double collections, Vulcan events, and usable arena EV as the cherry on top. His only real drawbacks are not having variant events and an expensive build consisting of the typical Vulcan faction items and nearly twenty 4* components. He may not get you to Sha-Ka-Ree, but he’ll help you pass the Great Collection Barrier
Young T'Pau
1
She’s not the classic T’Pau we need, but because of ongoing rights issues, she’s the T’Pau we deserve right now. The Raider of the Lost Kir’Shara makes up for any disappointment with a strong CMD base and CMD/SCI voyage total, and has a couple of event-catching traits up her sleeves that could help her find occasional weekend work. With position ships like the Shenzhou now available in Dabo, abilities like T’Pau’s +10 damage at 8 seconds become more usable and can make her a strong Arena/Skirmish piece in certain combos.
Zora
If you’re going to be a copy, you might as well copy from the best. In Zora, we have a Disco-eligible copy of Tier 1 stalwart, Mintakan Troi. It’s worth noting that, point for point, Zora comes up a little short in comparison, but that does not make her contributions any less useful. We still don’t know when the Disco mega train will stop, so until we do, it’s always going to be worth grabbing any crew that can cash in, and a Costumed mega or one-off Hologram events are still feasible, so Zora’s future weekend work should be roughly as good as her past. For established rosters, she’s destined to be frozen until Disco time, but for newer players, Zora can be a daily use anchor.
Tier 6
"Dark Ages" McCoy
1
For a card so old (Mid 2016), McCoy has held up remarkably well. DA has a rather flat stat distribution; sort of like a primary and two secondaries. For that reason, his MED is not noteworthy even if his work for MED/SEC voyages is. Four event features is unparalleled for non-mega golds, but although McCoy is a household name, he's not an event powerhouse and his #1 McCoy MED was just torpedoed by another variant. Considering the universal lack of MED crew and such poor stats on the gauntlet focused ones, DA McCoy is a worthwhile pickup for most rosters with a bias toward early-to-mid game players.
Age of Sail Crusher
2
Crusher's skill set has been carrying her for a long time, but the numbers simply aren't there anymore. Yawn-inducing voyage, base, and event rankings with gauntlet pairs that require hefty amounts of crit to function. The afforementioned skill set and slim gauntlet work make her something of a boon to newer players, but there's no light at the end of the tunnel; her ceiling has a hard cap of MED/CMD voyages and one-a-year Faction work.
Age of Sail Riker
1
Riker had a bountiful event year in 2019, but still short his due vanity collection and with dreary bases beside, AoS is flying at half mast without a handful of stars. An overstuffed skill set undercuts a formerly great voyage ranking that has fallen to merely average. Riker's steady event tally in combination with a handful of intriguing traits should give his modest bases relevance into the future, but he's gone from behold target to consolation prize.
Alternate Future T'Pol
1
T'Pol's ranking here is a rather begrudging one. She has the theoretical tools to be useful on most rosters; top ten CMD/SCI voyage work, far and away the best T'Pol bases, and even a middling gauntlet pair for fresh accounts. In practice, however, she also has to contend with the second most populous skill set behind CMD/DIP/SEC and what has settled down to a single Faction event per year. Without the traits to help perk up otherwise above average numbers, she may end up with more bark than bite on your roster.
Annorax
Red Forman ain't too bad for a non-event crew. He's a top ten SCI/CMD voyager who, for a comparison to a more common crew, is similar to Armus there with better SCI and overall numbers. The top of the SCI base charts have historically been light on event crew so if you're looking for shuttle help who can pitch in elsewhere, he's not a bad investment thanks to several potential future mega traits. If Annorax is unlucky, however, you're looking at ever-sinking stat totals without the benefit of events to buoy him.
Assimilated Janeway
1
Her event history has been up and down, but the voyage work is simply down. SCI/CMD has rocketed up the charts in representation as her numbers have plummeted, leaving her with mop-up duty if your base-ier crew like First Officer Burnham or Timelord Tenavik are flying shuttles. There's still plenty to like about the event potential of Borg meets Captain, but with an arena ability that's a hair slow and a spot in the Borg collection which no longer requires a gold crew to complete, Janeway will quickly go from well-rounded to shuttle pilot as your roster matures.
Augment Picard
2
At first glance, it’s hard to get particularly excited about an alleged ‘Augment’ Picard that has such unimpressive stats, but appearances can be deceiving, so I’d caution you against sleeping on this sprightly old man. With Picard events still in the offing and a vanity collection spot that can look mighty appealing compared to some rather more useless crew, there’s definitely value to be found in the #1 Picard SEC variant - yep, even after all this time, he’s still got the biggest guns of any John Luck Pickerd. Definitely worth snagging in a pinch.
Aviator Yar
1
Yar's great Faction event rate plus some juicy traits keep her afloat on the weekends, but it's not 2016 anymore and 'dual 1k bases' doesn't cut it - she won't be piloting many shuttles without a bonus. But the bigger shift in her value was the dump truck of ENG/SEC crew that was backed up to our rosters in 2019, sending her tumbling down the ranks of a formerly difficult voyage skill combo.
There's still a 1-star node unlock (Pilot/SEC) and 45% gauntlet opportunities to help out newer players as well as a fairly exclusive collection spot for veteran players. Yar remains well-rounded, but without power to offer in any single area.
There's still a 1-star node unlock (Pilot/SEC) and 45% gauntlet opportunities to help out newer players as well as a fairly exclusive collection spot for veteran players. Yar remains well-rounded, but without power to offer in any single area.
Bashir, Julian Bashir
3
The man of a thousand primaries; Jules' voyage skills are distributed flatter than any crew in the game. His base primary (DIP) is variant-best and his voyage primary (MED) is the lowest of all MED primary crew. In any case, both attributes are reliant on opportunity - the voyage work depending on how much MED you have available to you.
Bashir's event history, which included a 20 month drought, has clearly been up and down, but after getting back on track in 2019, and with a fistful of traits beside, he's not in any danger of slipping into total irrelevance like so many one-offs. Triple collections are punctuated by his vanity, which is likely to be the only one relevant when finishing this mid-range legendary.
Bashir's event history, which included a 20 month drought, has clearly been up and down, but after getting back on track in 2019, and with a fistful of traits beside, he's not in any danger of slipping into total irrelevance like so many one-offs. Triple collections are punctuated by his vanity, which is likely to be the only one relevant when finishing this mid-range legendary.
Bell Riots Bashir
2
Strong MED crew are difficult to come by and so each new name is noticeable. Like rings on a tree, BR Bashir marks the 2018 era of power creep; he's hundreds of points better on voyages than older MED options, but hundreds below new ones. Similarly for base, he's no longer the low water mark for event competition thanks to 2019 mega Qod and 2020 global gift Bones. His best days behind him, BR Bashir has drifted out of the powerful set and landed in the 'merely' good group with moderate voyage power for a MED primary and a useful base/event pairing.
Chancellor Gorkon
1
Non-event CMD/DIP/SEC paints a certain picture on the behold page, but Gorkon is better than that. His hefty DIP base was just recently passed over as the best Klingon DIP in the game, but is still useful and he adds voyage power in an amount that can overcome his common skill set. In the arena, he sports a Kirk-like 500% instant damage off cloak, though at 10 seconds.
Chancellor Martok
2
Whatever dart board DB currently has set up in their office must be weighted heavily for DIP/CMD as Martok makes the 249th card in that entry. Common combination aside Martok is an alright card. Klingon events come around fairly often and his combination of skills is high enough to be useful for shuttles. However if you've been playing for a while he won't make Voyages that often unless it's your designated B team during a faction event. An upgrade over Changeling Martok but not by much. A shame to waste a good JG Hertzler card...
Commander Kira Nerys
1
Players go crazy 'bout a sharp dressed (wo)man! *Guitar Riff*
The Commander is still an event force with a number of yearly variant events and enough traits to make a difference, but beyond that she's sort of become yesterday's news. Below average voyage work "highlights" the rest of a card which includes a perfunctory collection and molasses arena ability. She's earned her reputation over the years, but if you're looking to acquire her now, it's merely as an event piece, particularly with the waves of CMD/DIP/SEC megas DB throws at us.
The Commander is still an event force with a number of yearly variant events and enough traits to make a difference, but beyond that she's sort of become yesterday's news. Below average voyage work "highlights" the rest of a card which includes a perfunctory collection and molasses arena ability. She's earned her reputation over the years, but if you're looking to acquire her now, it's merely as an event piece, particularly with the waves of CMD/DIP/SEC megas DB throws at us.
Commodore Oh
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Oh boy, where do we begin with our favourite Commodore? Or general, or whatever she’s calling herself now . . . she snags a spot in two collections, and sports a +10 Arena attack at 8 seconds with no trigger. Unfortunately, those sunglasses can’t hide her common skill set, average voyage stats, and zer-Oh Gauntlet ability. Unless you’re chasing increased collection rewards, best to take a pass on her treacherous Tal Shiar ass.
Conflicted Sisko
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Players conflicted about whether or not to acquire this crew better be facing some poor options next to Ben. If the cost of two middling gauntlet pairs is a pair of horrible bases, then that's a price I can't live with. With High Roller Sisko dominating the event competition and even two other variants above his SEC primary, Conflicted Sisko can't seem to decide where he wants to contribute. An ENG tertiary will help soften the descent of his voyage power, but this is more or less a character-driven card whose statistical relevance is the result of natural power creep.
Crell Moset
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It's not fair to say Crell isn't event crew. All five of his traits have been event bonuses that have combined for a respectable total and his MED base for those traits rank pretty highly. That combination of event frequency and efficacy is more potent than many supposed "Bridge crew". Though known as a gauntleteer, his relative power there has dipped tremendously and the best of his three ranked pairs is rated at only 72% of the #1 crew. He still has some value when his traits align, but he's much more of a throw-in as your fifth crew than a powerhouse.
In the arena, his massive crit values activate quickly enough to compliment several damage crew and he's fine as a slightly slower Ardra if you'd like to free her crew spot. The base and voyage ranks may be reaching depressing territory, but his versatility is still there and makes for a nice one star (or more) starter crew on newer rosters.
In the arena, his massive crit values activate quickly enough to compliment several damage crew and he's fine as a slightly slower Ardra if you'd like to free her crew spot. The base and voyage ranks may be reaching depressing territory, but his versatility is still there and makes for a nice one star (or more) starter crew on newer rosters.
Desert Archer
Bad timing by Desert Archer whose release comes on the heels of superior DIP/CMD/SCI crew like NE Pike from events and Professor Sato from campaigns. We'd never advise you to stop collecting good crew (if that's what Archer was) just because you have someone similar, but his skill set is not likely to be a weakness for most rosters. There's an arena niche he may fill for you as there are only two other crew who match his +10 accuracy and come online faster (Culber, Colonel Q), but that's generally not worth the price of fusion when faster, cheaper, and more crit-centric options abound.
A year ago (which is where his stats come from), we wouldn't even bother discussing Archer event potential, but now 'averaging' two bonuses per year is reason enough to mention his trio of #2 variant bases. Considering a fairly bland trait set, you'll be hoping that DB doesn't forget the series captain exists yet again. Archer's stats aren't terrible against the field due to the glut of old castaways, but he excels in no area and will be surpassed by most new releases.
A year ago (which is where his stats come from), we wouldn't even bother discussing Archer event potential, but now 'averaging' two bonuses per year is reason enough to mention his trio of #2 variant bases. Considering a fairly bland trait set, you'll be hoping that DB doesn't forget the series captain exists yet again. Archer's stats aren't terrible against the field due to the glut of old castaways, but he excels in no area and will be surpassed by most new releases.
Desert Philippa Georgiou
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Georgy girl holds the distinction of being one of only two legendary crew to appear in three stat-boosting collections. With 'Diplomat' being revamped to the tune of a 60-crew threshold, other similar changes may be in the works, which keeps Georgiou on the short list of best collection stuffers the game has to offer.
Her value otherwise depends on Discovery and variant events, of which there have been plenty. Even considering a trait set mostly bereft of value, Georgiou has collected multiple Faction events in each of the last three calendar years including TEN event bonuses in 2019. With or without a starring role in a standalone Section 31 series, Georgiou will have plenty of opportunity to pilot some class Fs for you down the line.
Her value otherwise depends on Discovery and variant events, of which there have been plenty. Even considering a trait set mostly bereft of value, Georgiou has collected multiple Faction events in each of the last three calendar years including TEN event bonuses in 2019. With or without a starring role in a standalone Section 31 series, Georgiou will have plenty of opportunity to pilot some class Fs for you down the line.
Detective Data
I'm reminded of a Tolian Soran quote, "Aren't you beginning to feel time gaining on you? It's like a predator. It's stalking you." As Detective ages, his torturous equipping cost becomes less palatable. Nevertheless, we rarely cast aside SEC/SCI crew, let alone those with the massive event count that Data owns. His SEC base is still tops for those events and only a half dozen SEC/SCI crew can best his voyage total, which helps him secure a seat far more often than an equivalent CMD/DIP/SEC. Few others can unlock the Investigator/SEC story node, including former mega crew Thrax.
Doctor Ann Mulhall
Holding a spot atop the SCI base rankings, Mulhall has proven more a spreadsheet warrior than roster cornerstone. Only one trait, Exobiology, has borne any fruit from any otherwise lean trait set, leaving her in mop up shuttle duty by only a hair over far more rangy options like Spock or Dax. The Big Book branded "Empty Calories crew™️" would seem to apply here, though the value one gets out of big bases varies largely from player to player.
If you're looking for a supplementary payoff for your investment, it's solely voyage ability which is above average, but in an increasingly crowded skill set. The numbers are there for Pulaski's progenitor, but she'd be a much more comfortable investment if they were attached to repeat value like a main cast name.
If you're looking for a supplementary payoff for your investment, it's solely voyage ability which is above average, but in an increasingly crowded skill set. The numbers are there for Pulaski's progenitor, but she'd be a much more comfortable investment if they were attached to repeat value like a main cast name.
Dr. Hugh Culber
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The standard bearer for Disco excellence, Culber's stats read like a crew released a few months from now, despite being two and a half years old. He almost pulls off the Mirror Phlox for voyages by beating out the voyage score of a few 3-skill crew, but despite some excellent voyage metrics, the lack of a third skill does hurt when making long runs and caps his value there to situational-at-best.
Nevertheless, we're after his big ol' bases. Disco dominance has been his calling card since his debut and it's safe to assume that his screen time would keep the Culber name safe if Discovery megas were to switch to bridge-crew-only. In conjunction with with a hint of arena value, Culber remains a versatile and powerful 2-skill crew among the very best, despite additions to the Discovery and MED/SCI scenes.
Nevertheless, we're after his big ol' bases. Disco dominance has been his calling card since his debut and it's safe to assume that his screen time would keep the Culber name safe if Discovery megas were to switch to bridge-crew-only. In conjunction with with a hint of arena value, Culber remains a versatile and powerful 2-skill crew among the very best, despite additions to the Discovery and MED/SCI scenes.
Emotion Chip Data
Perennial event work and one acceptable gauntlet pair are the highlights of an aging card, but even those have drawbacks. Data's only ranked gauntlet pair has a single 45% gauntlet, which is fine for a rotational piece, but he's an inflexible option if the skills don't align. And with a campaign Data demolishing Emo's DIP base while the super rare Prospero bests it until 5/5, Emo Chip Data is more of an 'and 1' than shuttle anchor.
Previously adaquate voyage work is circling the drain as sub-200 voyage scores usually need a more rare skill set than what Emo brings to the table. He remains a fairly well-rounded crew with the Data brand name, but his lack of power will be noticeable on all but the newest rosters.
Previously adaquate voyage work is circling the drain as sub-200 voyage scores usually need a more rare skill set than what Emo brings to the table. He remains a fairly well-rounded crew with the Data brand name, but his lack of power will be noticeable on all but the newest rosters.
EV Suit Seven of Nine
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EV Suit keeps alive the time-honored tradition of Sevens flying the gauntlet flag alongside terrible bases. But unlike the more well known, rifle wielding Seven, and despite a strong SCI roll, neither of her gauntlet pairs are likely to fetch much loot for you without a hefty crit match. They're of middling power and buried behind walls of gauntlet favorites and exclusives, including an influx of heavy hitters from a mid-2019 portal update. EV Suit's bases are in even bigger trouble with a SECondary stuck in the mud behind a desirable 4/4 variant and her SCI primary lagging behind newer global gift Seven in Silver.
Ironically a woeful voyage total might be her best contribution to your squad as it consists of a chunk of SCI/SEC which is almost always in short supply. If you're looking to snag a Seven, it's advisable to pivot to the gauntlet capable Seven of Nine or newer base-happy Seven in Silver.
Ironically a woeful voyage total might be her best contribution to your squad as it consists of a chunk of SCI/SEC which is almost always in short supply. If you're looking to snag a Seven, it's advisable to pivot to the gauntlet capable Seven of Nine or newer base-happy Seven in Silver.
Flotter
Trevis and butthead are not the most esteemed names to join the game and their long-term value is B-A-D, but as compensation for players chasing Leonardo or a final star on Minuet in the weekday six pack, they’re not the worst. Respectable daily use numbers on shuttles and voyages along with some stopgap arena work comprise the bulk of their value with some stray event considerations thanks to Hologram and Cultural Figure (??) traits. Trevis may snag more shuttle work while Flotter mops up on voyages, but if you’re a new player looking for help in what they offer, save your currency for something more concrete than a six pack.
Gladiator McCoy
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From 'Bread and Circuses' comes an old man with a sword as one of the most deadly beings in the known universe. His SEC is obviously tops for a MED focused character and may be so for a long time, but for MED or 'SEC and MED' seats it still sits behind the man who practiced one kick 10,000 times - global gift Bones McCoy. Losing that bit of equity hurts, but Faction events have never lacked SEC seats.
Beyond shuttles, his uncommon skill pairing translates to plus utility including usable gauntlet numbers with the occasional 45% crit and a top five MED/SEC pair for voyages. Once fused, he's capable of making voyage runs for you far past the 8 hour mark a la Mirror Phlox, though will never be a recommended option due to the poor overall stat total. McCoy offers strong event value, but his peripherals are trending toward helping out younger rosters only.
Beyond shuttles, his uncommon skill pairing translates to plus utility including usable gauntlet numbers with the occasional 45% crit and a top five MED/SEC pair for voyages. Once fused, he's capable of making voyage runs for you far past the 8 hour mark a la Mirror Phlox, though will never be a recommended option due to the poor overall stat total. McCoy offers strong event value, but his peripherals are trending toward helping out younger rosters only.
Gloria
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Being accessible is never good for a crew's value and with Gloria (from Cleveland) not being a power card to begin with, her stint as a campaign crew and the lost bit of exclusivity hurts. One struggles to describe this crew's strengths, but she's (barely) a plus voyager considering her rare skill set including a splash of MED and has the potential to hit 45% in a few different gauntlets. Granted, she'll face many more mirror matchups there now, but can at least turn a steamrolling from big sister Bartender Guinan into a glancing blow with her secondary CMD skill.
Gloria's vanity collection and intriguing arena ability gives her something to offer to most kinds of players, but the lack of power, event relevance, and now exclusivity means you may need to try harder than with most crew to find spots for her to contribute to your roster.
Gloria's vanity collection and intriguing arena ability gives her something to offer to most kinds of players, but the lack of power, event relevance, and now exclusivity means you may need to try harder than with most crew to find spots for her to contribute to your roster.
Goddess of Empathy Troi
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We always welcome eventable traits alongside main cast characters. The Hologram mega may have passed, but has also had a few standalone events. With a DIP that's second among both Trois and Holograms, she's a fairly effective event crew. The occasional 65% crit to pair with a MED roll just outside the top ten in the gauntlet gives her a bit of extra daily use.
Gunslinger Uhura
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The raw numbers would suit certain characters well, but they're torpedoed by a redundant skill set and limited event chances. That's not normally a concern for a crew who can offer value elsewhere, but it's just not the case for Uhura. The circumstances of her arena ability (12 sec/position/3 sec duration) are almost too much hassle just to snag some instant damage. Uhura's event spacing has actually been fairly consistent, but consistently infrequent. If you select her, it will be for her daily work with a twice-a-year bump for events or as a collector for two exclusive vanity collection spots.
Interfaced Barclay
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There's a Broccoli/vegetable joke somewhere in here… Since his 2016 release, Mr. Broccoli has built up a lot of goodwill with his voyage work. But as the crew pool grows and his event work doesn't, there seem to be better options out there if you want to replicate his skill set credentials - Braxton for voyage power, Data for events, or Paris for rare skill set. Naturally we can't always pick and choose our crew and though he may not be as desirable a name as he previously was, he still offers some versatility for the average roster. Barclay owns a couple low ranked gauntlet pairs which, while not particularly strong, can be an asset at 1/5 for newer players. He won't pop up on the weekends very often, but is a viable voyage cog.
Jett Reno
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There might be a lot of 'ENG #X' for a hot minute here in the Big Book - Jett Reno makes the sixth top ten ENG base in the last couple months. If you've got former megas Ru'afo, Jol, and now Janeway in tow, you may not need Miss Reno for daily shuttles (though she can handle that task), but her other assets come together to make a card that can help your roster.
Whispers of the dreamy ENG/MED combo did not come to fruition, nor any realistic voyage work, but if you want this Disco Darlin', you can hang your hat on her event work in spurts (#1 Disco ENG), +1 to one of the toughest collections out there, and some great arena firepower (+10 attack/crit bonus) at a speedy four seconds.
Whispers of the dreamy ENG/MED combo did not come to fruition, nor any realistic voyage work, but if you want this Disco Darlin', you can hang your hat on her event work in spurts (#1 Disco ENG), +1 to one of the toughest collections out there, and some great arena firepower (+10 attack/crit bonus) at a speedy four seconds.
Kamala
Finding a good DIP base is rather like finding the perfect mate. No, wait, come back! I promise I’m going somewhere with this! All right, so it’s worth noting that DIP is the single most common skill in the game, so, if you’ll follow my analogy, there’s plenty of fish in the sea. While it can be easy to chase the new hotness, or the crew with the biggest . . . numbers, you ideally want to find a DIP base that splits the difference between event performance, voyage work, and other daily utility (shuttles, Gauntlet, etc). You want to find the perfect mate. Sadly enough, Jean Grey just isn’t onatopp of things in most of these areas, serving up a lesser base than New Eden Pike or Pining Vina, lacking the event versatility of Zhin’tara Odo, or any of the usual fringe benefits you want out of someone who’s going to average, at best, maybe one whole event a year. In the end, this particular phoenix is more Last Stand than First Class, but hey. If you’re particularly Taken, then who am I to deny love?
Katrine
Welcome to Le Cur de Lion. She's Katrine. And arguably better than Katrine v.1. No longer the best option for Janeway CMD, she does still offer the second best base, which may again be an asset with Groundhog Janeway making her first event appearance in 2019 after a 14 month winter. Katrine's voyage work isn't particularly special, even with a splash of SCI, but in combination with her theoretical event value, she's at least an average crew. With thin, but possible use elsewhere, she's not quite a jack of all trades, but perhaps a 9 or 10 of all trades.
Kolinahr Spock
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Kolinahr's wheelhouse is events. His DIP base nearly doubles the next closest variant and Spock's event count includes character-wide traits like Vulcan, Musician, and Exobiology to provide a good deal of weekend work. Unfortunately, his daily usage will not match his weekend effectiveness; he's merely average for shuttles, voyages, and gauntlet.
Laborer Spock
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A monster trait and event tally buoys a pair of now-average bases to far more relevance than your average 6-pack flavor of the week crew. He also has a shot at everyday use with the premier defensive ability in the arena for anyone who was lucky enough to miss out on former mega Minuet. Dual collections sound better on paper with one of them being laughably easy to finish and Laborer's lack of voyage work to justify the honor spend, but with such a happy mélange of weekend relevance, he's the rare 2-skill gold who's justifiable as a behold choice.
Leah Brahms
It's the summer of ENG at DB headquarters. Six of the top ten ENG crew (that's 60% for you math nerds) are from the last three months and Ms. Brahms … Sorry, Mrs. Brahms is perhaps the least of them. No event or gauntlet work and an ENG/SCI skill pair which sits right behind the CMD/DIP/SEC trio for availability. You can count on one hand the number of crew who match her arena evasion, but only if you run a ship with position and are still alive to activate it.
In terms of raw power, her base and voyage numbers will serve most rosters just fine thanks to good ol' fashioned power creep, but she's not special in any area and her lack of events or any unique offerings make her more of a collector's piece. When spinning the weekday six pack wheel of doom, look for a crew with more staying power than what Brahms offers.
In terms of raw power, her base and voyage numbers will serve most rosters just fine thanks to good ol' fashioned power creep, but she's not special in any area and her lack of events or any unique offerings make her more of a collector's piece. When spinning the weekday six pack wheel of doom, look for a crew with more staying power than what Brahms offers.
Lt Commander Jadzia Dax
Dax variants are almost universally useful, even down to her two star version. And though the Lt Commander remains a key event piece, both for her good SCI and even better event count, her voyage efficacy is plummeting as we're inundated with new crew. With little to offer on the periphery, her usefulness narrows as time goes on.
Maquis Tuvok
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Janeway's right hand man has been equally reliable to players for years. He's slipping down the stat ranks through no fault of his own, but despite a never-ending crop of better statistical looking cards, Tuvok holds his own with a strong voyage skill set and regular events. He may not be a superstar, but you won't go too long without calling his number.
Mirror Intendant Kira
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As her art might hint at, there's far more to the Intendant than meets the eye. CMD/DIP/SEC or not, her voyage numbers are still useful, even if they're a couple notches below her debut. The base numbers might not look great, and they aren't, but her top two are second among Kiras whose considerable event count is joined by Cardassian, Klingon, and Mirror traits to make the Intendant a Tuvix-like fusion of several possible future event bonuses. There's no huge stat number to point to, but with the requisite number of stars, she's a name that will come up more often than you might think.
Mirror Spock
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Spock's not a crew that will make many voyages, even considering his useful skill set. It's best to think of him as a 2-skiller with a huge event count. Including his megas, he's averaged an event bonus every six weeks. That sort of usage can make even bad bases relevant. An equally unique offering is arena accuracy activating at one second with healthy passive values. He's an excellent compliment to fast activating crew which can save you a lot of time in skirmishes.
Musketeer Picard
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This holographic hero is a fair facsimile of fellow variant Augment Picard, simply trading off some base power for better voyage and gauntlet numbers. If you have one, you probably don't need the other. Inspiring is an ironic collection choice for Musketeer as his skill set and stats are anything but. He'll still perform fine for a few events per year, but if you're looking for a daily workhouse, you can find better without too much effort. The exceptions may be for new players - on ships he has some minor Skirmish potential and in the gauntlet where he owns a #3 ranked pair, even if it is dwarfed by fan favorites Locutus and Gowron.
Narek
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Listen if you have the hots for an artificial scientist and your overbearing sister is leaning just a little too close to your face for comfort you would have some performance issues too. It's hard to imagine what Narek can do for an experienced roster in this well established skill set which contains every legendary Captain, Klingon and Q. He holds up in the upper echelons with enough DIP proficiency to nearly outclass some of the more uninspired two skillers in that field.
However aside from a collection bonus and few useful traits Narek brings nothing new to the table that the dozens of DIP/SEC/CMD 1/5 crew hanging around the lower decks of your crew quarters cannot provide and with more use too. It's hard to say if a proper Picard event or Romulan mega will provide a decent use for him but for now consider him a commonly strong entry in the DIP/CMD leagues, then pick someone else.
However aside from a collection bonus and few useful traits Narek brings nothing new to the table that the dozens of DIP/SEC/CMD 1/5 crew hanging around the lower decks of your crew quarters cannot provide and with more use too. It's hard to say if a proper Picard event or Romulan mega will provide a decent use for him but for now consider him a commonly strong entry in the DIP/CMD leagues, then pick someone else.
Navaar
"Best Orion in the game" is a bar so low a fully limbered up Vina couldn't limbo under it, but here we are. Navaar's event count is propped up by the recently-departed Scoundrel mega, so let's call her what she is: a non-event voyager. Her numbers look good enough on paper, but don't be seduced; she is already joined and bested in the ranks by a fistful of Spocks and other cards that have wider use on the weekends and elsewhere. If you wind up with her on your roster, she can certainly have some daily use potential for a while, but it is unlikely to last. Power creep is undefeated.
Niners Sisko
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Two 1k+ shuttle bases for a crew that just hit double-digit events. He needs stars to claim daily shuttle work from your super rares, but the fused stats measure up. There's not much more to him than that beyond collections, but he's squarely above average for a vanity or 2-skill crew.
Obsidian Order Garak
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Shockingly, there isn't more to this simple tailor than meets the eye. Average numbers across the board with a skill set described the same. His best offering is a Garak event tally that nears double digits, and a regular shot at 65% Gauntlets with serviceable, if not amazing, rolls. None of his numbers are particularly appealing besides his steady event work, but he still has a cult following on forums as a solid crew. Who am I to argue?
Q2
A shade weaker than the average new event crew, a good deal of Qorbin's future value will depend on whether or not de Lancie's biannual events get extended to the whole Q family. If not, speculation about event futures of the three-traited man is pointless. Q2 attempts to atone for the lack of voyage traits with a skill order that's not particularly common, even if the overall skill set is held down by two previous mega crew and a gauntlet exclusive. And in the gauntlet, his two weak pairs may disappear from the rankings before the ink dries on this note. He'll perform fine for daily work, as most all new crew do, but has almost no chance for significant impact beyond his debut mega month.
Returning Craft
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In the minisode that Craft hails from, Zora, the Discovery's computer gone all Blade Runner because it's been left parked in a nebula for a thousand years (don't ask), found him interesting enough to fall in love. If only this version of him were half as fascinating. If only he felt more . . . hand-crafted.
A top 10 CMD base is more of a punchline than anything else, given that in the past month, 3 other top 10 CMD bases have slid in ahead of him, serving only to make his Power Rangers codpiece look more like overcompensation rather than equal opportunity fan service. Amusingly, he does have the Crafty trait, but aside from that, his only real chance at relevance is Romantic, and frankly, I'm betting against that being of any use now that the crew pool is so large. Not a terrible crew to trip and fall into, but in a stone cold Behold, he's more of a Funny Face than he is a Gentleman Prefer Blondes.
A top 10 CMD base is more of a punchline than anything else, given that in the past month, 3 other top 10 CMD bases have slid in ahead of him, serving only to make his Power Rangers codpiece look more like overcompensation rather than equal opportunity fan service. Amusingly, he does have the Crafty trait, but aside from that, his only real chance at relevance is Romantic, and frankly, I'm betting against that being of any use now that the crew pool is so large. Not a terrible crew to trip and fall into, but in a stone cold Behold, he's more of a Funny Face than he is a Gentleman Prefer Blondes.
Satin Dress Lily Sloane
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Miss Lily does have "variants" and an "event count", but with neither being impressive, you'll most often be leveraging her DIPlomacy for some part time daily shuttle work. A tertiary ENG has saved many a voyage crew and that's the case here where it meets an above average voyage score for favorable results. I won't oversell her gauntlet ability to you, but being one of a handful of crew who can 2-for-1 The Caretaker is worth at least something, especially to new players. She displays some of the hallmarks of aging poorly (DIP primary, no events) and won't find many situations where she really pops, but if you're a collection fiend, you could certainly do worse for a vanity crew.
Seven in Silver
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A "new era" Seven has bases to put past variants to shame and with Cheesecake Seven following suit and ST:Picard on the horizon, Seven in Silver is a speculative investment. Variant and/or Borg events *should* pick up in some capacity to provide a more impressive event clip than what she's enjoyed to date. She's not recommended in a non-shuttle capacity, despite various top ten voyage or gauntlet metrics. The lack of a third skill and skill pair concerns hamper her utility for all but the youngest rosters.
Seven of Nine
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The above ranks spell out (very) limited use, but the bulk of her value is in the gauntlet. A #4 ranked SCI proficiency and #2 SCI/ENG pair have earned her a reputation of reliability since the advent of the gauntlet, but back-to-back Gauntlet exclusives (Caretaker/Armus) have put a big dent in her value. Though she sports a healthy event count and the #2 variant ENG, her bases are overall poor and generally not worth adding stars to. Where she looks to recoup some of her value is in the arena. Twelve seconds is on the slow side nowadays, but 2700 combined crit rating and 1750 passive accuracy is a nice chunk of stats worth considering.
The Bashirs
He may be a bad dad, a very, very bad dad, but The Bashirs are easily the best of the three duo legendary cards the game has produced so far, practically by default. That still does not make them particularly good, as their best chance at regular use, a top ten DIP/SCI voyage total, is limited by their four rare-ish traits and surrounded by options with stronger overall punch. In the age of the Arena one-shot kills, +9 Evasion at 4 seconds can have utility in the right lineups, but with practically zero chance at future events or collections and bases not quite strong enough to merit non-bonus shuttle work, there just don't seem to be enough avenues to relevance to justify the Tuesday pack roulette.
Thrax
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Thrax write-up, take two. After his release stats were posted incorrectly and the wind was sucked out of the room, let's take another look at Thrax with fresh eyes. What he offers day to day is pretty similar to past megas Kol of House Kor and Kortar, so if you have those crew, Thrax may not fill any gaps in your roster. He trades in Kortar's base power and Kol's very real event potential for newer-players-only gauntlet work and a theoretically fruitful month should a future Cardassian mega roll around.
Unfortunately, the stat snafu has not affected some of the fundamental disappoints with Thrax, primarily his skill set. There are very few CMD/DIP/SEC crew worthy of citations, though if you have four copies of him already then the math gets fuzzy. The newer your account, the more use you'll get from finishing him, but in a vacuum he's not a special crew by any metric nor one worthy of honor. His pie-in-the-sky Cardassian mega month and fairly exclusive Investigator/SEC node unlock are perks worth looking forward to, even if an otherwise average crew doesn't move the needle for you.
Unfortunately, the stat snafu has not affected some of the fundamental disappoints with Thrax, primarily his skill set. There are very few CMD/DIP/SEC crew worthy of citations, though if you have four copies of him already then the math gets fuzzy. The newer your account, the more use you'll get from finishing him, but in a vacuum he's not a special crew by any metric nor one worthy of honor. His pie-in-the-sky Cardassian mega month and fairly exclusive Investigator/SEC node unlock are perks worth looking forward to, even if an otherwise average crew doesn't move the needle for you.
Trevis
Trevis and butthead are not the most esteemed names to join the game and their long-term value is B-A-D, but as compensation for players chasing Leonardo or a final star on Minuet in the weekday six pack, they’re not the worst. Respectable daily use numbers on shuttles and voyages along with some stopgap arena work comprise the bulk of their value with some stray event considerations thanks to Hologram and Cultural Figure (??) traits. Trevis may snag more shuttle work while Flotter mops up on voyages, but if you’re a new player looking for help in what they offer, save your currency for something more concrete than a six pack.
Warship Tuvok
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Thanks to a slew of traits including two megas, Warship has hit twenty event bonuses which gives him plenty of chances to anchor your shuttles or even sneak in a Galaxy crafting node here and there. His SEC rank may not be the catbird seat, but it's closer to #1 than it would be for any other skill and SEC is the most common Faction seat; a good place to sit his #1 Vulcan SEC. The last Dabo Wheel update gave players a couple more Position options to activate Tuvok as a damage option on ships. His ability comes online a hair slow, but still packs enough punch and is certainly thematic.
Wrathful Khan
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Combine a few variant and trait events with double 1k bases and Khan is essentially a usable shuttle crew _augmented _(eh? eh?) with a scoop of ENG. His primary changes from base to voyage, but that doesn't affect his voyage potential as much as his critical tertiary ENG. 250% instant damage in arena is Super Rare levels of power, but with +9 accuracy and great passive values, he's still fairly effective there for younger rosters. Wrathful toes the line between workhorse and bit player, but the odds are good that an average roster will find work for him.
Alidar Jarok
2
Another James Sloyan masterpiece. Not quite as gripping in game with a bad skill set and bases with limited (Romulan) event potential. But he has stout voyage numbers and is good in the gauntlet for young rosters. Double collections should make him one of your first crew to level if you have a backlog.
Blood Oath Jadzia Dax
Certainly weaker than your average Dax, but a useful skill set in the early game and plenty of events later on for which her SEC base sits behind only Mirror Jadzia among variants. She has some use potential in a few phases of the game, just don’t let the Dax reputation oversell this version.
Breen Disguise Dukat
2
It’s always nice when a handsome card has the goods to backup the looks, and Breen Dukat just about does. Dual collections make him worth your time, and his best (trait) event days may be ahead of him. Not much daily value, but unlocks a lot of value when fully fused - not as big of a pain in the ass as Kira would have you think.
Chief O'Brien
2
A true dichotomy; double collections (including the tough Jury Rigger), a handful of events, and passable arena work, but the dead last voyage total for 3-skillers and bad bases. Best to think of him as a popsicle stick with collections attached.
Commander Chapel
2
Double collections automatically qualify her for consideration, but she's not bad elsewhere. A better than average voyager with a slim chance to be event relevant - her one featured event was a faction with the popular da Vinci. Cross your fingers that she'll help you win a copy of him in a rerun.
Commander Keras
2
Double collections, A good base CMD among Romulans, and some usable arena EV. The Romulan mega has passed, but we’ve seen a standalone event for them since then and Keras is the best Romulan CMD option outside of a 4/5 Vreenak. Nicely well-rounded for a 2-skiller, though mostly desirable for his collections.
Delta Flyer Kim
Delta Flyer Kim is what you might call a stocking filler card - yes, even though we're in May, shut up, the analogy still works. He's very much not an exciting card, nor is he particularly bad; much like a pack of thin mint chocolates or a Top Gear DVD that you know your mother bought from the budget store, you'll eventually enjoy using him down the road in one of Kim's eventual Faction events, and if you haven't been cultivating your CMD/ENG, you'll find him palatable until you find a better upgrade.
Diseased Changeling Founder
One of the better super rares to come out of the Dominion mega, it’s fair to say that Goldmember’s sister is an example of how super rare crew can easily outstrip their legendary equivalents in terms of a return on your investment. Tertiary MED, a six second Attack boost, spirited Gauntlet pairs, and overall fair event potential keep her from falling into the same doldrums as her legendary equivalent.
Disguised Tuvok
1
Nobody's idea of a powerhouse, but with a useful skill set, a collection, and several events, he's a handy mid-range crew with some short and long term use.
Holonovel Doctor
1
Owner of a top five MED base and cruising past double-digit events; he’s the quintessential super rare faction contributor. Now watch this drive.
Kal-if-fee Spock
1
Though SEC/SCI is well known as a useful skill set, he lacks the voyage power to make an impact beyond the early game. Thankfully, his hefty event count (including three features) and Vulcan collection make him an occasional contributor on even established rosters. A slow-activating instant damage with good passive crit may make an appearance in skirmishes or for young rosters. A fairly easy build by Spock standards, but make sure to ad-warp some cadet missions to meet his 40 2* IDIC requirement.
Klingon Torres
Two usable-when-bonus bases including ~900 SEC for daily work. She'll get a bonus bump every few months with double-digit events to date, though Torres variants have eclipsed a single variant event just once in a calendar year and her overall tally is inflated by two previous megas.
Lt Commander Airiam
1
One of the more mediocre Disco crew unless you have a particularly fledgling roster, Airiam does at least contribute +1 Engineered and a snappy Attack boost at four seconds, as well as the relatively uncommon SCI/CMD stack. This bionic bod will do just fine on voyages and the occasional event, but she may be an intermittent thaw once she’s discovered your vault.
Lt. Ash Tyler
The megas just keep on comin’ - it seems that everything is coming up Tyler. Rocket fueled by six (!!!) previous megas, Tyler has fast become one of the most important event super rares the game has ever seen. While I wouldn’t bet on a Marksman or Tactician mega, I would have said the same for Pilot so, really, who knows? Beyond the clumps of Tyler/Disco events, he’s also one of only a few crew to offer the Pilot/SEC node unlock.
Mirror Janeway
2
A voyage total in the top 1/3rd may feel lower than that due to skill set, but she brings two scoops of events to the table and a sugary sprinkling of dual collections.
Mirror Tucker
1
Four event features and a handful of other Tucker/Mirror weekends should provide a couple thawpertunities each year. His daily use chances may dry up quickly with no base above 700, but factor in a spot in the Jury Rigger collection and he has several opportunities to pull his weight.
Miss Q
The great, almighty Suzie Q herself. Though she isn’t quite the representation we might have been hoping for (some players might even say that they will try . . . to fix Q. No? Working on it, promise), she’s a SCI/CMD voyager with punch and a handy tertiary ENG to keep her relevant even as you find yourself transitioning to legendary crew. That being said, her events prospects are pretty dire (I think the Astronomer mega is due right after the Brat mega), and the moment you freeze her, I find it unlikely you’ll find a good reason to unthaw her again - unless you just really like looking at Suzie Plakson. Which, to be fair, a lot of us do.
Nexus Kirk
1
An underrated crew that happens to be usable in a few areas, though great in none. A huge proficiency total allows him to pitch in until 5* crew begin to trickle in. +1 Inspiring and Kirk's event count help make up for him being poor for daily use outside the gauntlet. Also tied to my favorite Trek music of all time.
Obrist
I’ll take “Decent Non-Event Crew” for $800, Alex. Obrist may be champion of Quiz Bowl, but once his Mega-moment passes, so does a lot of his value to veteran players. That does not mean he’s worthless, as his raw numbers tell the tale of a solid contributor, and SCI/COM voyagers are fairly rare at his power level (two in the top 80). His Arena skills are decent too, if a bit slow, with a useful +9 accuracy boost at 10 seconds. Beyond that, we’re looking at a row of zeroes for Gauntlet, Events, and Collections.
Penk
This note originally only said “It’s Combs, baby!”, but we’ve let that writer go. Perhaps the least well known of Jeffrey Combs’ many faces, this scoundrel is missing out on regular events or collections, but offers respectable overall utilIty. Between a 200% instant damage attack and a top ten ENG base, he certainly has the stats to justify daily use, though older rosters may find themselves freezing him sooner rather than later. If he’s lucky, one of his fanny-pack’s worth of traits will end up being the next surprise mega theme. Otherwise - that’s Tsunkatse, baby.
Platonian Kirk
1
His build is on the tricky side; requiring a dozen 4* components and myriad faction items, but he eventually pays it off through Kirk events, a couple eventable traits, and a spot in the Inspiring collection. Strong +Acc/Crit Bonus arena ability at six seconds makes him Ardra lite there, if you haven’t come across her yet. No notable bases, especially among the CMD/DIP/SEC set, but voyage numbers on the borderline of top 1/3rd might find use on younger rosters if you happen across several copies of him early.
Raffi Musiker
I do somewhat wish that Star Trek's first confirmed vaper had more auspicious card than this, but since that aspiration went all up in blackberry flavoured smoke, I suppose this'll have to do. Raffi's numbers are rather less inspiring than her conspiracy theories, barely breaking into the top 20 when it comes to DIP bases, and she's going to slide way out of your voyage rankings before you know it.
Her Gambler trait and the inevitable Picard events will keep her relevant, as will her somewhat snappy 200% damage at 8 seconds, but she's not the kind of event crew I can see keeping unfrozen if you've already progressed past her daily numbers. Just be wary of her temper when you decide you need her again.
Her Gambler trait and the inevitable Picard events will keep her relevant, as will her somewhat snappy 200% damage at 8 seconds, but she's not the kind of event crew I can see keeping unfrozen if you've already progressed past her daily numbers. Just be wary of her temper when you decide you need her again.
Rakal Troi
1
A well-rounded crew, but deficient numbers in every phase of daily play. Far more useful on voyages than her total indicates - she covers two underrepresented skill sets; MED/CMD and MED/SEC, but ends up still being replaceable, even by 1/5s. Troi + Romulan events, but with bases topping out at 525, you may stop unfreezing her at some point. Monstrous passive arena EV with solid 300% instant damage means you probably already see her there fairly often. A murderer's row of faction items is required to equip her, but she pays off the investment more often than not.
Reinforcements Stamets
Just what we want in our 2-skill crew - a big base and big event potential. Missing a few frills that elite 2-skillers offer, but he'll come pre-loaded on your Disco event shuttles where, true to form, you’re going to see his pool of variants multiply like particularly fruitful fungi. Just beware, if Disco events drop off, so does this card’s usefulness.
Romulan Kirk
1
Like his alter ego Nexus Kirk, he's a good fit for the early game gauntlet with top 10 SEC and overall proficiency totals. His skill set and numbers don't support much daily use otherwise, but Kirk + Romulan events including three features and a collection give him some value down the line.
Siranna
A handsome MED base isn’t going to do you much good on a daily basis unless you’re Culber, but Siranna narrowly escapes the horrifying black hole where a lot of DIP/MED crew disappear to thanks to a healthy voyage rank. She may lapse into event obscurity unless we see that Gardener mega I’m hoping for, but on a day-to-day basis, she’s going to be fairly helpful, especially for those whose MED options are thin on the ground. Check back in a year - time might be kinder to her, depending on future Disco event prospects; the only 4* Disco MED is quite attractive in a lady, after all.
Subcommander T'Rul
2
A slightly overrated crew, which is hard to do because she's quite good. Well known for her big ENG base and double collections draw the eye as well. But with only a single event outside of the Romulan mega, we want our crew winning victory points, not XP trainers. Still, she'll likely pull some faction event work for younger rosters and her skill set will get her on a few voyages, even if the overall numbers are poor.
T'Mir
1
Infamous throughout the Captain division of arena for her instant damage at four seconds with hefty passive EV. Outside of that, Vulcan events and +1 to their collection aren't bad pickups if your other behold choices are uninspiring.
Time Loop Mudd
A close enough replica of Prisoner O'Brien that you'd swear he was constructed on the planet Mudd. Top 1/3rd voyage (and voyage ENG) numbers with dual 700+ bases for Mudd and Disco event work. A good chunk of his value hinges on possible future Disco mega(s) where he owns the #1 ENG base for super rare crew.
Torchbearer Tyler
Hoo boy. Well, let’s start off with the positives - for one, that cape. For another, Tyler grandfathers his way into a prodigious event count, and his bases are certainly serviceable if you missed a lot of the newer Discovery crew (#2 base SEC among the 4* crew). He’s even useable in the Arena, with a somewhat slow but powerful straight Attack boost. And yet, he still falls short of his more well groomed brother, Lt. Tyler, missing his more desirable shuttle seating and his Pilot unlock, meaning that outside of that event work, he’s not really going to be doing a lot for you that a lot of other cards can’t.
Added on top of this is the fact that we’ve officially entered the stage of the game where even a 1/5 can top a 4/4’s contributions when it comes to event seating. As a result, you might find yourself struggling to justify sending this particular Torchbearer out on even requisition shuttles ahead of other, more versatile options. Sorry, Clem Fandango.
Added on top of this is the fact that we’ve officially entered the stage of the game where even a 1/5 can top a 4/4’s contributions when it comes to event seating. As a result, you might find yourself struggling to justify sending this particular Torchbearer out on even requisition shuttles ahead of other, more versatile options. Sorry, Clem Fandango.
Young Khan
1
Young Khan, get outta my mind and take that song with you. Dreamy mid-century Montalban is a hell of a vintage and you’ll certainly want to scoop up this version for his event potential and collection spot. An event count which is modest at a glance is overripe with trait mega possibilities and should have him making the thaw list several times with two usable-when-bonus bases.
Tier 7
Admiral Kirk
1
Any other two-skiller with utility this low would be buried in the mines of Rura Penthe, but Kirk is not just any other man. He's the quintessential event name who still holds a big lead over other variant DIP options. With a few untapped potential traits and a base worthy of daily shuttles, the nattily dressed Admiral is ready to be pressed into service a few times each year, right from star one.
Alternate Future Bashir
2
The Kukalaka waits...silently stalking your chronitons, ready to strike. This Bashir has a build cost reputation, but the bigger issue is that he doesn't pay it off. Statistically weak in all areas of the game, he, like a handful of others, is saved by his MED-centric skill set and brand name. Ugly bases should chip on from higher star counts for a few shuttles each year and he has an outside shot at MED/CMD voyages for those in dire straits. Gauntlet work for newer players is available as a one star investment against other poor behold choices.
Assimilated Torres
2
An event piece formerly lauded for some tough collection work is now more of a shuttle time bomb, relying on a fistful of interesting traits, both tapped and untapped, to present multi-week splash opportunities. With neither Borg nor Jury Rigger requiring a gold crew to complete, Torres is a rank 40ish ENG crew whose had good luck with event opportunities so far and may into the future as well with names like Maquis, Borg, and several traits of the right bonus pool size for DB to target.
Bell Riots Jadzia Dax
The numbers are disappointing, but her DIP is variant-best for Dax's evergreen event count and a secondary ENG provides a nice voyage usability bump. Not an elite choice, but between her frequent events and an acceptable skill set, she'll find areas to help out on the majority of rosters.
Benny Russell
1
Benny doesn't quite live up to his reputation these days, despite a fantastic on-screen affair. His gauntlet pair is respectable at a glance, but it's stuck between a rock and a hard place. Two even proficiency rolls won't win any 1-for-2 matchups and the four names above him are all well-known and highly sought after, including Locutus who can smash him with one armature tied behind his back. His single collection spot is a simple matter to complete with super rares and former mega gold and both his voyage power and skill set are shy-away for anyone playing for any length of time.
The last bit of bad news comes from the trait department, which are either too common or esoteric to be likely event candidates down the line. Thankfully his SCI base faces little competition for variant events which have included multiple features and at least one Faction in each calendar year. Between sporadic shuttle chances and early game gauntlet work, Benny is an alright behold choice who will have chances to help you, even if only on the weekends
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The last bit of bad news comes from the trait department, which are either too common or esoteric to be likely event candidates down the line. Thankfully his SCI base faces little competition for variant events which have included multiple features and at least one Faction in each calendar year. Between sporadic shuttle chances and early game gauntlet work, Benny is an alright behold choice who will have chances to help you, even if only on the weekends
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C.O.P. Founder Picard
2
Senator Vreenak is hovering over this guy's shoulder, but C.O.P. Founder is as Picard as all the rest. Because of that fact and his two 1k bases, his chances at work are looking up with ST:Picard on the horizon. Unfortunately, that's the limit of his utility outside of a vanity collection which often isn't reason enough to star up such a narrow crew.
Captain Lorca
An old card by Discovery standards, Lorca has been a true shuttle anchor with a massive event tally since his debut, but his crystal ball is looking awfully cloudy going forward. With his character seemingly phased out of the show (hey, we're past the spoiler period) and the Discovery bonus pool ballooning, he might find work very much harder to come by in the future. Working in his favor is the #1 Mirror and Explorer CMD base, though he's looking like less of a boss and more of an Assistant to the District Manager going forward.
Changeling Martok
1
No one is particularly excited to see Changeling Martok, which is totally understandable, but he can be plugged in for some daily work thanks to a top five gauntlet pair that's competitive against everyone not named Locutus or Gowron and average voyage numbers. On the weekend he's collected a formidable number of bonuses which should at least merit behold consideration against the plethora of one-hit wonders floating around. Average in every corner except events, Martok's prospects are as attractive as the character himself, but is still better value than loads of other non-starters.
Commodore Matt Decker
1
TOS collectors, eat your hearts out. The name of the Commodore's theme pack, 'Sad Stories', sums up this character and crew rather well. Beyond the above ranks, Matt owns a top five voyage CMD, a peculiarly low SECondary base, and wields a 400% arena torpedo at eight seconds which is both handy and increasingly easy to find elsewhere. This stock standard power creep crew is stat-relevant enough to be useful on most rosters today, but history tells us that without events or any unique/powerhouse elements, he won't age as well as some. If you invest in him, especially considering the odds of the pack he comes from, make it for sentimental reasons and enjoy his daily use until he's eaten by a giant tinfoil space worm.
Dancing Chekov
If you kept a copy of the Russian jester in your inbox due to lack of space, here's your chance to double him up and help him earn his keep. He's fine for most rosters, but offers almost nothing that can't be found elsewhere. You're mainly looking at his yearly Chekov ewent with just enough stat value relative to the field.
EV Suit Archer
1
After being one of the last holdouts for an event feature, the second half of 2018 suddenly brought Archer a double feature, a mega, and one more bonus for good measure. The sad fact is that Archer will never be a major event player, but recent history and some mega-able traits highlight a CMD base that can still make a difference. His similarly ranked voyage CMD with useful tertiary ENG will grant him voyage opportunities beyond those suggested by a subpar voyage total. Jury Rigger is still a valuable commodity and with Archer's event count finally growing to match his base, he's becoming a more tempting investment for those looking to complete the difficult collection.
Fennim
1
"*unintelligible noises*" - Wise words from Fennim. I think he's trying to tell us to rescue him from the Think Tank, but this is one fish you'll want to throw back.
An intriguing skill set and favorable distribution of proficiency vs base could really make Fennim a special card if his power level was better. But it's not. So both his gauntlet and voyage potential have a hard cap on them which limits his work there to newer rosters, or Seinfeld fanatics. His hodgepodge of traits doesn't translate to any 45% gauntlets or stable event work and a sole stat-boosting collection no longer moves the needle much for a five star investment. An interesting crew from a great episode is let down by the raw numbers.
An intriguing skill set and favorable distribution of proficiency vs base could really make Fennim a special card if his power level was better. But it's not. So both his gauntlet and voyage potential have a hard cap on them which limits his work there to newer rosters, or Seinfeld fanatics. His hodgepodge of traits doesn't translate to any 45% gauntlets or stable event work and a sole stat-boosting collection no longer moves the needle much for a five star investment. An interesting crew from a great episode is let down by the raw numbers.
Frank Hollander
1
His stats are nothing special, but his trait-boosted event count is. I'd take lower stats that catch a bonus far more often over a better base rank whose number rarely gets called. A wonky stat blend in the arena may not be a good fit for everyone, but a chunk of instant damage is always worth consideration as is an exclusive vanity collection spot. Hollander is more of a luxury pick with recurrent weekend Faction work to help keep his usability afloat.
Galaxy Gallivanting Vash
Some of my favorite art in the game could have me throwing citations at Vash in a moment of weakness, but that's not a recommendation for the average player. Top ten SCI ranks for base and voyage should be given their due, as they'll earn the troublesome Vash daily work on the majority of rosters. It's the long term forecast that's the tricky bit.
Owning the second most populous skill set and a variant event tally down in Scotty territory, Vash doesn't have a rosy profile to be an "age well" candidate. The aforementioned sturdy ranks and eclectic trait set make her a fine crew to behold or star up, but if you're playing the long game, look for a crew likely to be longer-lasting.
If you're a fan of Jean-Luc's sassy foil, this Vash will perform alright as Surak-lite for voyages and perhaps catch a few weeks of event work, but the card is just not nearly as titillating as Q(uark)'s on-screen partner in crime.
Owning the second most populous skill set and a variant event tally down in Scotty territory, Vash doesn't have a rosy profile to be an "age well" candidate. The aforementioned sturdy ranks and eclectic trait set make her a fine crew to behold or star up, but if you're playing the long game, look for a crew likely to be longer-lasting.
If you're a fan of Jean-Luc's sassy foil, this Vash will perform alright as Surak-lite for voyages and perhaps catch a few weeks of event work, but the card is just not nearly as titillating as Q(uark)'s on-screen partner in crime.
Garak, Elim Garak
2
Another simple tailor who we can curiously take at face value. He's almost a strict downgrade from Obsidian Garak and his only particularly notable attributes are a variant-best (but weak) CMD and a vanity collection spot. His only daily contributions are likely to come as the result of a star advantage. Garak's trait pool is ripe for future mega events, but taking stars on an otherwise poor crew on the back of a hunch is playing Cardassian roulette.
Kol of House Kor
Mega legendaries are always a sticky topic. If you're just ducking in to see if it's worth adding his last star; that window has passed. He's very similar to former megas Kortar and Thrax and if you read up on them, you'll hear, "Solid, but nothing spectacular." So, too, is Kol. Timelines has a way of providing more of Kol's skill set than you'll ever need, so if you're looking for unique offerings and small edges, look elsewhere. His best attribute is the Disco trait whose events he'll excel in thanks to a top five Disco SEC base. Without variants, collections, or a more useful skill set, he may not age well as a behold choice in the future, but as long as the Disco events continue Kol will be an alright contributor.
Kortar
1
One of the less "Mega" mega crew in retrospect, at least by the numbers, but still a sturdy card. His SEC sits 4th among Klingon crew, which is his primary event consideration, but may also pick up Hero or Cultural Figure megas down the line. That'll cut it for Faction events and those who have him at 5/5 from his mega will likely tell you he's been manning shuttles for them for a long time. There's been a glut of CMD/DIP/SEC voyagers added lately and so his power has sunk to merely average with a replaceable skill set.
Though there is nothing elite about him, Kortar as a package should still have the potential to outperform many older cards. If he's sitting at 4/5 on your roster from his events, the window on him being a good citation investment has passed; let beholds take care of FFing him and use the honor on one of the many new powerhouses introduced regularly.
Though there is nothing elite about him, Kortar as a package should still have the potential to outperform many older cards. If he's sitting at 4/5 on your roster from his events, the window on him being a good citation investment has passed; let beholds take care of FFing him and use the honor on one of the many new powerhouses introduced regularly.
Mirror Bashir
1
His event count seems inflated thanks to three prior megas, but his traits have room for even more and Bashir recently broke a long event drought while proving that he's still a fine weekend ingredient. A good deal of his value is in the absurd lead he has over other Bashirs for both of his bases. When it comes time for SEC/ENG event work, it's a case of the haves and the have nots. He's the type of crew along with names like Survivalist Kirk or Solar Sisko that you'd like to snag if you're looking to corner the market on a character's event work. As a small bonus, his gauntlet pair sits at 90% of the power of #1 if you want to use him when his traits align.
Mirror Regent Worf
1
Outside of an occasional gauntlet fifth, the Regent is unlikely to be of use for you day to day. Where he shines, however, is in the two scoops of events he's been bonus for with traits that support further regular weekend work. Taking stars for a crew with such poor daily stats is often hard to justify, but the frequency with which you can use him on weekends is among the best in the game.
Mirror T'Pol
1
You may have seen "weak Surak clone" thrown around before and it's regrettably true. She's buried behind a couple different walls for her two ranked gauntlet pairs and her voyage numbers leave a lot to be desired. While more useful for new players, she'll find herself edged out on established rosters. But where she comes into relevance is events. Two megas, a handful of trait events, and a half dozen T'Pol events (two features) for which she has two variant-best bases all constitute a considerable amount of work. She's no powerhouse, but her name will pop up more often than you expect on the weekend.
Mirror Zefram Cochrane
2
A skill set that used to be rarer, collections that used to matter, and voyage power that used to be useful. Now slumped in the stat rank doldrums, Zef's primary benefit is a gorgeous, double-digit smörgåsbord of traits which have provided a respectable number of event chances while promising more down the line. There's a chance of sporadic voyage work for the average roster, but fusion capital for that purpose would be better spent elsewhere. Bound to pop up in shuttles when you least expect it, Bearded Cochrane is a fine low-end behold choice to save your bacon if you're looking at some other stinker behold choices.
Niners Worf
1
You know what you should do if you can identify the employee who keeps giving Worf generic and bad CMD/DIP/SEC variants? Find him and kill him! No, but in all seriousness, this is a rather poor variant whose best claim used to be being one of the better Worf SEC bases - not so much anymore, with the advent of his more virile brother, Age of Sail Worf. He’ll make shuttles when his event number is called, but he’s not exactly daily use crew, and, in the end, you’re really just taking him for the vanity.
North Star Tucker
2
NS Tucker is a blend of useful attributes and ineffective numbers. His best rank to be found, a top five ENG proficiency, translates into a top five ENG/DIP gauntlet pair behind some rather uncommon crew and at least gives his one bullet a chance to take down The Caretaker. Tucker's skill set used to command more use on voyages, but recent additions like mega Etana Jol have stolen some work from him. Between that and a pitiful voyage score, his days as a voyager are likely behind him on most rosters.
Trip has only recently hit a half dozen events, but NS Tucker has exactly the kind of traits that set the wheels turning in our mind. Romantic mega event in February? Costumed in October? A surprising amount of Tucker's value comes from his two exclusive collections. He's a must for Western, but almost equally so for Jury Rigger which in its current state requires a few legendary crew to complete and has a lot of bad options.
Trip has only recently hit a half dozen events, but NS Tucker has exactly the kind of traits that set the wheels turning in our mind. Romantic mega event in February? Costumed in October? A surprising amount of Tucker's value comes from his two exclusive collections. He's a must for Western, but almost equally so for Jury Rigger which in its current state requires a few legendary crew to complete and has a lot of bad options.
Polywater Yar
If you ever find yourself in the ancient library of Timelines, walk past the "And" bug section, take a left at One Zero Zero One, and in the D section for Drama, you'll find the tale of Polywater Yar. Once upon a time, she had a ship ability to rival the Gods. But the second she was no longer for sale, DB Hades, jealous of her power, nerfed her into oblivion and only an empty husk remains.
Vampire Yar is not quite as lifeless as her art suggests, but it's close. She won't do you any favors on voyages or in the gauntlet, but on ships she's still at least interesting. A two second activation can be worth something to Skirmishers if they have the right complimentary pieces and Yar's event work has been surprisingly solid with five Faction events to date and the #1 Romantic CMD base (c'mon DB, I need that mega!). Not a great choice for new players, but tinkerers with an established roster may want to take a stab at Ms. Dracula.
Vampire Yar is not quite as lifeless as her art suggests, but it's close. She won't do you any favors on voyages or in the gauntlet, but on ships she's still at least interesting. A two second activation can be worth something to Skirmishers if they have the right complimentary pieces and Yar's event work has been surprisingly solid with five Faction events to date and the #1 Romantic CMD base (c'mon DB, I need that mega!). Not a great choice for new players, but tinkerers with an established roster may want to take a stab at Ms. Dracula.
Protomorphosis Riker
In the vein of an Evil Kirk or ‘Ultimate Evolution’ Riker, Proto is a freezer body who you’ll thaw a few times each year to boost your Faction shuttles. His shot at daily use lies in the arena and is a curious thing. 250% instant damage is almost as good as it gets for super rares without a trigger (Warship Yar 300%) and pairing it with a six second fuse is juicy, but it comes at the price of a hefty accuracy handicap. It’s hard to know what to make of it in a vacuum, but should be worth playing around with if you aren’t happy with your current setup. Many players do fine with just +7 accuracy from Ardra, so if you run with a +9/10 accuracy boost, Riker may help more than he hurts. The card isn’t nearly as ugly as the character, but his use is fairly narrow if not utilized on ships.
Protomorphosis Worf
There's not much to unpack for Proto Worf. He's just what he looks like; an event crew worth a spot in your tool belt. The best SEC and #2 CMD bases among Worfs (Worves?) as well as sharing the #2 Klingon SEC with Janeway. With traits he's well into double-digit events and is still a capable shuttle pilot, despite offering little else.
Rain Robinson
It's a shame that the scales are tipped in favor of Rain's dual 1k bases which, to date, have not snagged a single event bonus. If the numbers were shifted a bit, they could push a #5 SCI/ENG gauntlet pair past even the freakasaurus Caretaker. Alas, she remains a competent voyager who, if starred up, should have no problem taking over daily shuttle duty from super rares.
Scientist Degra
3
Generally, we look to acquire crew who offer something unique, but Degra, while unique, stretches the limit of actual usability. His bases, besides being power creeped, have zero room to maneuver between a lack of events to date and thin trait set. The Xindi trait could show up on the weekends (as could a hundred others), but unless that happens, those bases are empty calories and sit behind a gaggle of megas and perpetual event releases.
Degra is perhaps best known for his early activating arena damage, but it hits like a wet noodle unless paired with Locutus and actives solo on defense, making him a zero there. With more damage options entering the landscape like mega crew Garth, Degra is more of a curiosity these days. The most universal value offered by this card might just be his vanity collection spot.
Degra is perhaps best known for his early activating arena damage, but it hits like a wet noodle unless paired with Locutus and actives solo on defense, making him a zero there. With more damage options entering the landscape like mega crew Garth, Degra is more of a curiosity these days. The most universal value offered by this card might just be his vanity collection spot.
Smitten Jean-Luc Picard
1
It's a fool's errand to guess future events (Pilot mega, really?), but you can't tell me Meme Picard wouldn't look great as the poster boy for a February "Romantic" mega. In the here and now, Smitten is fine event crew with two shuttle-quality bases and an event count we can work with. Picard-mania swept through Timelines with a Happy Picard Day mailbox gift, campaign "Inspired by the recent Star Trek: Picard teaser", and a future television show which should only help his variants out on the weekend. His spot in the Inspiring collection still has value and may be a behold tie-breaker as his star count rises. For a bit of added daily value, consider his arena damage at an ultra-rare nine seconds; slower than some, but fast enough to catch crew like T'kuvma sleeping.
Species 8472 Invader
Bases strongly reminiscent of One, but thankfully a better card. His #2 SEC/SCI gauntlet pair is strong enough to hold off the coming wave of Armuses (Armi?) and his proficiency rolls are good enough to make him both the best gauntlet total for 2-skill crew and the #1 2-skill voyager. While his first star is obviously the most important, if you happen to stumble upon some stars for him in otherwise poor beholds, he can be a voyage player for one of the tougher skill combos. His highs are high, but he sports too many handicaps outside of his proficiencies to be worth a five behold investment.
Sulan
1
Phantom of the Opera Jr. has finally caught a trait mega, but it's not his bases that we're after. Gauntlet is the name of the game which is where B'Elanna's secret admirer owns four ranked pairs, including the #2 CMD/MED. His MED proficiency maximum is third in the game if you enjoy rolling the dice and a tertiary CMD is an asset for dodging competition there and on voyages too, where he has a chance to find a seat regardless of his bottom barrel voyage numbers.
T'Kuvma
The former Mega crew has tormented arena-goers since his inception, but as Skirmishes and certain new crew have pushed players toward faster burst damage, T'kuvma has gone from terror to liability in most circumstances. His 375% chunk of damage at 10 seconds is certainly great for new players and can help shorten Skirmish battles. But with crew like Killy entering the portal (and given as a previous DB blunder apology) alongside RP Kirk, RP Commandant, and other 6-8 second burst crew, T'kuvma may end up as an expensive paperweight in the arena.
This guide judges crew at 5/5 (or 4/4), but something to think about if you're eyeing T'kuvma in a behold; you will need a supplementary +Attack crew while he sits at lower star counts - something that those who acquired him in the mega rarely had to face. Outside of ship battles, he's most likely to find work in trait events, including the possibility to splash in yet another all-Disco mega, or as a gauntlet fifth when his traits align.
This guide judges crew at 5/5 (or 4/4), but something to think about if you're eyeing T'kuvma in a behold; you will need a supplementary +Attack crew while he sits at lower star counts - something that those who acquired him in the mega rarely had to face. Outside of ship battles, he's most likely to find work in trait events, including the possibility to splash in yet another all-Disco mega, or as a gauntlet fifth when his traits align.
Trelane
His bases aren't worth considering until/unless one of his several juicy traits hit the Mega lottery, but the plucky Trelane has the skill set and proficiency to earn voyage and gauntlet work. His single gauntlet pair definitely has a half-life on it with current reward Armus besting him there and a couple non-portal options bound to join us in 2019, but he still hits 65% crit from time to time. His voyage appearances will come thanks to his skill set which is Trelane's saving grace is the face of rapidly sinking stat ranks.
Tucker On-The-Ropes
2
Fake Tucker was born with a disappointing voyage total that's only gotten lower. Now that ENG/SEC options have flooded in during Q2 2019, he shouldn't be on too many players' voyages, but his outlook is rosier elsewhere. Two interesting collections in which legendary crew still matter and a usable ENG base, even if he's only had a half dozen event opportunities to this point. Not elite in any area, but a name that will come up from time to time.
Usurper Lorca
Rather milquetoast numbers for 'Leather Daddy Lorca' (not my moniker). Like all Discovery crew, he comes out of the box with a huge event tally, further boosted by the Mirror trait. But that's where the appeal ends. A skill set you don't need more of meets disappointing voyage numbers and bases that won't see much event use unless he's carrying the bonus tag. With non-existent peripheries in the arena, gauntlet, and collection tab, he's mainly a weekend helper whose usefulness hinges on the RNG Dabo wheel of event bonuses.
Advocate Kolos
1
2018 was a simpler time. Klingon events were still popping off, Kolos was making voyages, and his skill set wasn't terribly bloated. Having taken bumps and bruises from a few angles since then, Mr. Hertzler is now more of a collection piece with a few traits that we hope will pique DB's interest down the line.
Aleek-Om
1
Word to Big Bird! If you’re a new player, I hope you’ve been saving for this debut Galaxy event. A collection piece with good-not-great numbers and a SCI/MED stack that will stick around your voyage runs for a while, Aleek-Om is just the kind of crew you’d love to get four copies of early on. Unfortunately, the lack of events and a shallow trait pool means that once frozen, he’ll stay frozen. Those who have the Innovator collection done and/or certain allergies can pass, but newer players should tap tap tap this weekend.
Ambassador Spock
2
We'd all love to snag his double collections and massive event count, but lowish base and voyage numbers are not the payoff you'd expect for a torturous build which includes 64 2* IDICs and 150+ faction items overall. Even if/when he reaches a third event feature, small bonus legendary crew may come close to his effectiveness.
Antaak
1
Lacking traits and with a Klingon mega in the rear view mirror, Antaak's pair of poor bases have become little more than an oddity. Buoying him to bit player on most rosters is his trio of collection spot, Episode 9 medical node unlock (geneticist), and most importantly a 65% gauntlet trait set which pairs with power good enough to make him a once-a-month visitor to your starting five.
Apollo
1
Rarely talked about outside of his couple of event features, but a great skill set allows him to perform admirably on voyages and in the gauntlet for new players. Sucks up loads of Medical Experiments to equip, but tends to justify it with his early-mid game efficacy and +1 Inspiring.
Army Chaplain Odo
1
M*A*S*H*ed together from bits of old Stranded Odo, the good Father has overall better bases, +1 Vanity, and a handful of traits which have augmented Odo’s biannual event count.
B-4
Disruptor Beam has been kind with voyage friendly crew in 2019, but B-4’s somewhat surprising top ten voyage total is, unfortunately, about all that’s noticeable about this ponderous cat lover. Some ranked Gauntlet pairs among super rares keep the pudding from spoiling, but considering unimpressive event chances to date (ST:Picard may change that), a mediocre ship ability, no collections, and a truly ridiculous number of Android/Lore variants who are just going to be better, this poor soul is bound to be frozen and forgotten before you can say Spot as you acquire better, more regularly useful crew. Very useful for early game players, but otherwise forgettable.
Bridge Officer Troi
Her MED/CMD stack for voyages is notable, if not powerful, and she offers a little play as an early game gauntleteer, but numbers on the weak side necessitate niche work. Her arena page reads like the diet version of the evasion elite like Laborer Spock or Minuet, but will be okay as a stopgap. A #2 variant CMD base and usable-when-bonus MED are her only long term assets.
Buster Kincaid Kim
1
Tom’s perennial sidekick is just barely a top 1/3rd voyager with a reasonable base SEC for his half dozen events. More useful on active rosters for early/mid-game players than as long term contributor, but a vanity collection adds a touch of behold value.
Commander Ellen Landry
A "use" crew, rather than an investment. The #1 SEC proficiency gives her gauntlet work right from 1/4 and strong SEC voyage numbers with a splash of SEC/SCI can help push your roster into the mid-game. Usable +Att at 6 seconds in the arena. And the "Disco. So hot right now. Disco." invisi-trait might pluck her from the freezer in the future, though more storied rosters might find her bases unpalatable now that Disco crew are so plentiful.
Cristóbal Rios
I was tempted, writing this note, to simply tell you that he's not very good and that you should wait for the better hologram versions to roll in. But that's not the Big Book way, so let's go by the numbers.
Sub-par voyage ranking for the most common skill set in the game: check. CMD base that doesn't break top ten: check. Event count inflated by trait megas that we likely won't see hit again except for the occasional one-off: check. Honestly, the only reason we're talking about him is Picard events, where he'll be useable to obtain better crew. It's a shame such a fun character has been rendered so hol-low (geddit?), but ah well. Maybe he'll be redeemed with a hunky shirtless upgrade somewhere down the line.
Sub-par voyage ranking for the most common skill set in the game: check. CMD base that doesn't break top ten: check. Event count inflated by trait megas that we likely won't see hit again except for the occasional one-off: check. Honestly, the only reason we're talking about him is Picard events, where he'll be useable to obtain better crew. It's a shame such a fun character has been rendered so hol-low (geddit?), but ah well. Maybe he'll be redeemed with a hunky shirtless upgrade somewhere down the line.
Dahar Master Kor
1
The Yin to Advocate Kolos' Yang. A similarly solid +1 collection crew with trait event chances that may not have reached full potential and worthwhile voyage numbers. Rare three second arena initialization with a healthy chunk of crit rating, but a low attack value.
Dominion Dukat
2
We like to snag double collection crew wherever possible, though his stats are otherwise depressing. Several traits open up his event opportunities nicely even if he's likely limited to a fourth Faction shuttle.
Douglas Pabst
The only Odo with SCI, Pabst leverages above average base and voyage numbers to appear a little more useful than he is. An Accuracy boosting ship ability on an eight second fuse is about all there is to otherwise recommend a determinedly milquetoast card. Overall, he’ll serve you well, just don’t expect him to be there for your child.
Ensign Picard
Sporting a strong CMD base and suspiciously shiny portrait, this particular Picard is perhaps a little generic, but still quite a nice bonus for those lucky enough to snag him from dilemmas. Mostly a weekend warrior, netting you Picard bonuses that are going to multiply as we get closer to Sir Patrick’s resurrection to the small screen. A boring skill set, no collections and a bad ship ability hold him back from better utility.
EV Suit Tucker
1
A somewhat competitive gauntlet pair even among legendaries and a respectable event ENG base grant him some daily use, but Jury Rigger is his most valuable attribute for the average player. Enterprise characters have never been major event pieces, so look for two or three yearly thaws.
Evil Kirk
He might live in cryo while we’re all Pine-ing away for another Kirk variant fusion crew to Humpty Dumpty James Tiberius back together again, but Kirk event bonuses will always be in fashion and a Villain mega should surprise no one. He’s a useful, if unessential shuttle piece for a character with plenty of events and great Faction rate. But they didn’t even use the right picture for his art!
First Goran'Agar
1
A great CMD base, but his other stats and skill set don’t measure up. Voyage numbers that might play in a different skill set end up rather replaceable, even by decent 1/5s. +1 Veteran and a growing number of Dominion events for when he can't contribute on shuttles any longer are attributes that you’ll want to collect eventually.
First Officer Saru
A usable SCI base paired with an event clip that has been unbelievable thus far. He may find a home as a rare 2-skill voyager thanks to huge voyage SCI and #1 CMD+SCI total, but only if you catch him fused early from an event. Now we’re on our third Disco mega, Mr. Shape of Water’s value is well proven, and looks set to continue thanks to his bridge crew status.
General Martok
2
Double collections make up the majority of his value, but he also sports a usable SEC base for his variant and Klingon events. No daily work, but value is unlocked after immortalizing.
Grebnedlog
One might expect the entry for this joke character to be nothing but silly references to his episode, but that would be stupid. And we are not stupid. We are smart.
Creepy Uncle Greb is a mishmash of useful and humorous. His ENG proficiency and arena ability are certainly referential to his role on-screen, but at the least the latter is fairly useful. While the ship battle speed up button may blur the lines between initialization times, faster is still better and Greb's big attack boost coming online at six seconds puts him in good stead with early-to-mid-game rosters.
Greb's bases are somewhat at odds with each other, however. A fittingly pitiful ENG score handicaps any voyage potential, leaving him in the tank alongside bottom barrel 3-skillers, while a pretty substantial DIP base makes him a possible surprise shuttle pilot when/if one of his obscure traits get called for event work. He's the #2 overall DIP option for Criminal and Thief while easily besting the other super rare Villains.
Noting specific ranks usually gets us in trouble for outdated notes down the line, but we want to be nothing if not persistent in highlighting the nice niche that Greb should be able to exploit sometime in the future.
Creepy Uncle Greb is a mishmash of useful and humorous. His ENG proficiency and arena ability are certainly referential to his role on-screen, but at the least the latter is fairly useful. While the ship battle speed up button may blur the lines between initialization times, faster is still better and Greb's big attack boost coming online at six seconds puts him in good stead with early-to-mid-game rosters.
Greb's bases are somewhat at odds with each other, however. A fittingly pitiful ENG score handicaps any voyage potential, leaving him in the tank alongside bottom barrel 3-skillers, while a pretty substantial DIP base makes him a possible surprise shuttle pilot when/if one of his obscure traits get called for event work. He's the #2 overall DIP option for Criminal and Thief while easily besting the other super rare Villains.
Noting specific ranks usually gets us in trouble for outdated notes down the line, but we want to be nothing if not persistent in highlighting the nice niche that Greb should be able to exploit sometime in the future.
Human Q
His reputation is that of a good ENG crew, but age is catching up to him. His three most likely event traits have already been tapped for megas, leaving all things Q as his best and possibly only avenue to weekend bonuses going forward. With voyage work trumped by almost every newly-released ENG crew, This Qrew is primarily a cryo-bound event piece with minor voyage potential on younger rosters.
Icheb
2
Borg events stop and start more than a rusted, red '36 Ford, but ST:Picard has at least a chance to bring them around again on weekends where Icheb may find work as a bit player shuttle pilot. His lede should be double stat-boosting collections, but with a relatively pricey build, you might opt to level him after other daily-useful crew.
Lieutenant Chekov
There are many things to like about this Chekov. The way his shapely hips flow in this unappealing brown pyjama suit. His perfectly parted hair. His good voyage score. Hm. His base SEC? I’m sorry, there’s just not much to say about poor young Pavel here. He’s by all means a good card, with a bit of SCI to help him stay relevant, but when you’re surrounded by crew who offer different and better utility left and right, you do tend to get lost in the crowd without collections or a particularly noteworthy ship ability. On the plus side, three of Chekov’s four events have been Faction based, so he’s probably going to be worth unfreezing eventually - just not any time soon.
Mirror Garak
1
Gross stats and a redundant skill set spell out that he’s not a daily use crew. But he does bring home some bacon with his collection spot and event chances, including three prior featured event appearances. He’s a textbook example of traits keeping even bad crew relevant.
Mirror Jennifer Sisko
A good marriage of skill set and voyage power with bases just high enough to be relevant for a handful of Mirror events. Even some hard-to-acquire arena crit rating on a short initialization. Good value for a crew who’s only had one variant event, but she’s nearly useless to established rosters.
Mission Specialist Lefler
1
Lefler's trait album is littered with singles that are just too crowded to get any event airtime down the line, which handicaps a respectable ENG base. The lone exception, Innovator, did pop in 2019, though it likely provides better value for its collection spot. In the arena, her weak active ability has her behind too many other options to register on the value radar and undercuts an interesting and otherwise useful initialization time.
The base and voyage numbers are there in a vacuum, but in the tree ring slice of our current timeline, her near clone, Safecracker Nog, was just available from an event, while you'd be looking to fuse Lefler from a 6-pack. A character-driven crew who will hurt for impact opportunities beyond the early/mid-game.
The base and voyage numbers are there in a vacuum, but in the tree ring slice of our current timeline, her near clone, Safecracker Nog, was just available from an event, while you'd be looking to fuse Lefler from a 6-pack. A character-driven crew who will hurt for impact opportunities beyond the early/mid-game.
Nexus Guinan
Guinan herself would tell you that dilithium has no meaning here in the Nexus, as evidenced by the weekday 6-pack she comes from. A motley assortment of crew whose power levels would be universally panned if released today. But if you’re reading this after the fact to see where she can help out your rosters, well, your guess is as good as mine.
True to form, Guinan’s traits are fairly esoteric, but matter not for the gauntlet since, unlike her variant counterparts, she’s a total dud there. Her skill set would play sweetly in the traditional 45%+ gauntlet trait sets which her namesakes enjoy if only she had a shred of proficiency power to wield. Instead you’re looking at +9 arena EV which is a hair slow and handicapped as well as an admittedly great MED base which has qualified for a Faction bonus once in the last 168 weeks. She’s qualified for a Faction bonus once in the last 168 weeks… Worthwhile voyage work for players lacking MED and the uncertainty of the trait mega era salvages her value a bit, but this is not a card you need on your roster beyond the early-mid game, let alone one you should spend dilithium to acquire.
True to form, Guinan’s traits are fairly esoteric, but matter not for the gauntlet since, unlike her variant counterparts, she’s a total dud there. Her skill set would play sweetly in the traditional 45%+ gauntlet trait sets which her namesakes enjoy if only she had a shred of proficiency power to wield. Instead you’re looking at +9 arena EV which is a hair slow and handicapped as well as an admittedly great MED base which has qualified for a Faction bonus once in the last 168 weeks. She’s qualified for a Faction bonus once in the last 168 weeks… Worthwhile voyage work for players lacking MED and the uncertainty of the trait mega era salvages her value a bit, but this is not a card you need on your roster beyond the early-mid game, let alone one you should spend dilithium to acquire.
Prison Break Lorca
The distinction of being the only super rare Lorca and the attendant Disco + Mirror event count are almost enough to make you look past the fact that this particular Lorca is all gun, no fun. As another warm body to fill shuttle seats, he’s going to do you just fine for a handful of weekends throughout the year, but when that same roster of Disco + Mirror crew is fit to burst with CMD/SEC crew, you want to do better than just fine. If you’re expecting anything else, then apart from some particularly fine art to stare at, you’re sadly out of luck. Ah, well. Cheer yourself up by watching a real hero at work.
Tau
Who? Tau Ceti? Tau Cannon? One of several crew in a niche subset of cards which have strong shuttle and voyage numbers, but slim long-term utility and cost a bundle to fuse from a weekday pack.
If you just HAVE to have Tau for his role in everybody's favorite *checks notes* Voyager episode in which Janeway hang glides with Gimli while wearing a dress, then you'll be crossing your fingers for Saboteur, Criminal, or even Scoundrel to hit (again) on some Faction action down the line to give him value beyond the early-mid game.
If you just HAVE to have Tau for his role in everybody's favorite *checks notes* Voyager episode in which Janeway hang glides with Gimli while wearing a dress, then you'll be crossing your fingers for Saboteur, Criminal, or even Scoundrel to hit (again) on some Faction action down the line to give him value beyond the early-mid game.
Temporal Agent Seven
1
A useful skill set, but not in an amount that gives her much staying power. Two event features (including alongside da Vinci), a spot in the Borg collection, and future event chances are her greatest strengths.
Tholian Prisoner
For a character with so much personality they don’t even have a name, the Prisoner is a bit of an odd duck, all told. His event count is inflated by two ultimately random trait megas, and with only Tholian and Mirror left over, you’re going to have to rely on DB’s love of the Mirror Universe to get any event mileage out of him. That being said, that’s more than a lot of worse crew have going for them, and Tholian falls squarely in the good category thanks to a healthy SCI/ENG/SEC combo that’s going to stay relevant on voyages for a while thanks to decent bases. Unlikely to be thawed very often, if at all, once you outgrow that usefulness.
Vosk
Nazis. I hate these guys. What I don’t hate, however, is a CMD/ENG voyager with stats as purdy as this fellow. A top ten CMD base (which may not matter with traits like Na'kuhl), top ten voyage numbers, and a relatively unique skill set elevate Vosk beyond his one-off status. Perhaps not particularly eventable, but for daily use, you’re going to be hard pressed to find someone who offers quite what he does on voyages within even spitting distance of this potency.
Waitress Ezri
The only number that pops is Dax's considerable event count. She receives a lot of praise from players, but I'm not seeing what they do. MED is useful in the early game and hers is tops among Dax crew, but in a small amount and her best gauntlet pair sits behind the stronger, more common Faith Garland and Doc Crusher. Modest shipboard damage will be replaced by faster options, but is usable for new players.
Warship Yar
A somewhat surprising event count considering her time on screen gives Yar the occasional chance to showcase her sturdy SEC base on weekends. Outside of that, a 300% instant damage ability with great offensive passive stats may earn her a spot for the Captain division of arena or Skirmishes for newer players, even at 1/4, but you should be searching for faster options not long after.
Yelgrun
1
Iggy Pop! Yes, the Godfather of Punk has come to Trek, but alas, his card is nowhere near as top tier as his music. +1 Diplomat is always nice, as is a secondary SCI (the only Dominion crew to have it), but bad bases and merely competent proficiencies mean he’s destined for the freezer rather than shuttles or Gauntlet. You might find him helpful on your voyages and he’s one of the better options for clearing a tricky node, but he’ll find himself squeezed out before long. That being said, Dominion events will help keep your lust for life burning long after he’s shuffled off to the freezer.
Tier 8
1701 Sisko
1
This anachronistic Sisko’s primary flip-flops from base to voyages, but neither is particularly effective. Between a gross voyage power/skill set combo and having no base better than third among Sisko variants, 1701’s best chance at relevance is either an unprecedented third re-run of his event feature or something like a Bajoran mega. His spot in the Inspiring collection should be out of reach for all those except the unluckiest.
23rd Century Martok
2
Long lambasted by players for milquetoast stats and being ugly as sin, Martok's stats are finally catching up to his reputation. Boring from all angles, but with a few trait event options and a fairly exclusive collection, Ol' Blue Eye is a crew you wish was a super rare that you could thaw twice a year, rather than have him hog a crew slot. The one-eyed monster is far from elite, but not quite bottom of the barrel in any respect. An alright crew to take a flier on for late game players looking to flesh out possible event options.
Admiral Janeway
Repulsive bases and traits leave "Admiral Jane" with but one Life Line - the arena. One second evasion (with nice passives) is a future-proof option against another Polywater Yar scenario as players race for faster and faster ship battles and her ability lasts long enough to guard against all the big names. Then again, if you're a player who only does his five arena battles for the dailies, the Admiral leaves you with a voyage score so low that it can't be saved by her uncommon skill pair and bases no better than fourth among variants.
Agent Janeway
Janeway is not an event name you need to worry about, even if she's had her ups and downs, but that's about all you're getting from the former Section 31 recruit. Her voyage power is missing in action and her traits' pools would seem to be either too large or too small to support much weekend work out of left field. A #2 variant SEC base just ahead of former mega Determined Janeway is just about all she can hang her hat on for contributions to your roster.
Arachnia Janeway
1
Arachnia hasn't deserved the title of 'Queen' for about three years now and with honors like 'worst CMD/DIP/SEC voyage total', you should know what you're getting into before she skunks you with her pheromones. The third ranked Janeway DIP base (respectable, for its age), which has poor chances to flourish through trait events, and a vanity collection spot. There's still is value to be gleaned from this aged monarch, but don't expect any daily use.
Astrosciences Sulu
Astro showed up just in time for Sulu's first two events and the Pilot mega. If he helped carry you to victory those weeks, you might have a rosy picture of him in mind, but the numbers aren't as flattering. Sulu's historically been an event dud and though Astro's top two bases both rank #1 for the character, they're not good enough for daily use otherwise. His voyage numbers sit near the bottom of most metrics and although he has a top 15 SCI proficiency, the ranks above him are littered with gauntlet regulars who will outperform him. With all that said, he's actually the second best Sulu out there, but that only serves to highlight how little DB has given the character to work with.
Belle Q
Ah, the Legendary version of Miss Q we were missing during the Q mega, arriving fashionably late! A healthy DIP base gives the Civil War mistress a decent prospect for shuttles should events from the Q mega re-appear. But, as always, due to the sheer number of crew who can fill CMD/DIP/SCI seats in any combination that have better numbers in all areas, it’s just too hard to recommend her for a job in such a skilled field.
She has potential if you are after someone to fill a daily requisition shuttle whilst the rest of the roster are busy but in a pairing which has both Pah-Wraith Keiko and Professor Sato I don’t fancy her chances to make an impression should the rare occasion another Q Continuum event turn up.
She has potential if you are after someone to fill a daily requisition shuttle whilst the rest of the roster are busy but in a pairing which has both Pah-Wraith Keiko and Professor Sato I don’t fancy her chances to make an impression should the rare occasion another Q Continuum event turn up.
Bridal Keiko
When evaluating new crew, it's often useful and instructive to use "comps," or crew that compare closely in skill set and relative power, to see how they stack up. So, let's look at some comps for Bridal Keiko, shall we? Harcourt Fenton Mudd. Lenara Khan. Loqueque Sato. Joseph Sisko. Orion Vina. Oh my.
Let's try to find some positives. Her art is good and unique for the game, and her ship ability is certainly useful enough, if a tad slow (Side note: whoever came up with the idea of "I Do!" dropping 400% instant damage deserves a raise)
Unfortunately, there's not much else here to recommend. Her event count is dismal, her traits ensure that won't get better, and she has no collection value.
So before you take Bridal Keiko as your lawfully wedded crew member, consider us the man in the back yelling "I object!"
Let's try to find some positives. Her art is good and unique for the game, and her ship ability is certainly useful enough, if a tad slow (Side note: whoever came up with the idea of "I Do!" dropping 400% instant damage deserves a raise)
Unfortunately, there's not much else here to recommend. Her event count is dismal, her traits ensure that won't get better, and she has no collection value.
So before you take Bridal Keiko as your lawfully wedded crew member, consider us the man in the back yelling "I object!"
Cadet Sylvia Tilly
Tilly's event work would be safe if Discovery megas follow TOS' suit and shift to bridge crew only, but that's more or less the extent of her usefulness. With poor traits and a curious lack of variant events as well as a handful of prior ENG primary mega crew, you may not use her for much else. A fine event piece with a big bonus tally to date, but don't be surprised if that's all she does on your roster.
Captain Nog
2
We here at the Big Book have campaigned on the promise of a Ferengi mega for years and though the two party system of Discovery and Picard will continue to trounce us in the years ahead, the Ferengi's time will come. Nog's #1 CMD base during that month will be supplemented by stray standalone events in the meantime which serve to insulate his value against otherwise dreary base and voyage numbers and a non-starter skill set. He's a souped up super rare at this stage, but offers more than several other decrepit golds.
Colonel Q
1
It takes a certain level of suck to make you want to avoid pulling event packs just in case you get the 5*, but the Qolonel manages it. Maybe a year ago, he wouldn't have been putrid, but that was before the Prisoner/Interrogator mega spunked his event chances away. Even in this era of unexpected relevance through traits, the Qolonel is a zero, his biggest win being +10 Accuracy at 3 seconds in the Arena, but let's be honest, there's nothing here that Ardra can't do backwards with high heels on. In short: no.
Commander Troi
Drunk Troi' is the worst variant for her cost, probably even down to the one star level. Flaccid stats everywhere except some average arena numbers serve to pigeonhole her into Faction event work. Even the always desirable MED skill doesn't save her; for voyages it sits behind one of her super rare variants and for base it may require all five stars to make an event impact. While that wasn't an awful proposition for those of us who chose to buy her campaign, starting fresh, it can definitely be daunting. Even if you're desperate for MED, triple check your other behold options before taking the Commander over useless or redundant options.
Compromised Airiam
1
Ripper's value is highly volatile and is event and roster depe...oh wait hang on, that's the other Disco SEC/SCI workhorse. Like her macro-tardigrade cousin, Airiam’s uses are limited for a shuttle filler with only two skills. Disco events are numerous but if you have been playing since Discovery launched no doubt you will be inundated with faction fodder.
There's enough meat on her trait set to offer workhorse status in spurts, but the lack of a third skill to fill out her hefty primary and secondary skills should give one pause before adding her to your roster over candidates with broader utility.
There's enough meat on her trait set to offer workhorse status in spurts, but the lack of a third skill to fill out her hefty primary and secondary skills should give one pause before adding her to your roster over candidates with broader utility.
Convergence Day Quark
2
The Great Material Continuum giveth and taketh away. 2018 was great to Quark, giving him six events in the calendar year, but since then his name has only been called once. Will he get a little love down the line in a costumed, Ferengi, or romantic mega? Sure. But until then, he's merely a poor-for-legendary, good-for-super-rare type of shuttle pilot. Although Quark doesn't own a top 15 gauntlet pair, he shows up with 65% crit on occasion which can make even average gauntleteers relevant.
Dancing Uhura
1
Most of us loathe the thought of collecting another DIP/CMD 2-skiller, but at least Uhura will shine in spots. For a time, she was among the best shuttle crew in the game, but now crowded out of that honor by handfuls of new crew, she waits for events which have crawled to a halt. One variant event in a year and a half won't pay the bills, which I guess is why she's resorted to dancing.
Disguised Kira
A respectable event count and #2 Kira DIP give her some weekend value, but for daily shuttles, you shouldn't need to look too far to find better. Her top 10 SEC proficiency is the likeliest avenue to daily use even if it results in zero ranked pairs and isn't likely to claim many wins at high rank. She's the legendary sister of so many super rares you freeze and thaw between events.
Displaced Gabrielle Burnham
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In our discussions of Burnham Senior, a few names came up - Tilly, Jett Reno, Stamets, all the attendant and relevant ENG/SCI names when it comes to Disco events. At first glance, Burnmom seems cut along the same cloth, correct? Big bases, Disco event count . . . but hold on. Let me bring up another name, who you might be less familiar with, but who might hold a more accurate portent of Burnham Senior’s future.
Lt. j.g. Palmer. Another promising young woman with a massive base and no real promise outside of some traits that you could pin some vain hopes on, Gabby shares more with her than any of the other Disco crew we’ve mentioned. Keep in mind, we also have a Disco/Picard mega in our rearview mirror that featured 50% brand new Discovery crew - with no attendant bonuses for Discovery crew outside of specific variants. Variants that Tilly, Reno, Stamets will continue to accrue, but Mrs. Burnham likely will not.
The Disco Revolution appears to be at an end . . . which means cards like these are empty calorie bases that will improve your daily shuttles. To which I say, whoop-de-frickity-doo. If you see her in an Elusive Treasures pack, or in a Behold down the line, swipe left.
Lt. j.g. Palmer. Another promising young woman with a massive base and no real promise outside of some traits that you could pin some vain hopes on, Gabby shares more with her than any of the other Disco crew we’ve mentioned. Keep in mind, we also have a Disco/Picard mega in our rearview mirror that featured 50% brand new Discovery crew - with no attendant bonuses for Discovery crew outside of specific variants. Variants that Tilly, Reno, Stamets will continue to accrue, but Mrs. Burnham likely will not.
The Disco Revolution appears to be at an end . . . which means cards like these are empty calorie bases that will improve your daily shuttles. To which I say, whoop-de-frickity-doo. If you see her in an Elusive Treasures pack, or in a Behold down the line, swipe left.
Doctor Chaotica
1
He offers more than previous rankings have given him credit for, but all of it is a hair under good. His gauntlet pair has been buried under walls of Surak and Armus, his instant damage is strong in the arena, but twice as slow as the crew you really want there, his collection is a vanity one, and his event work is spotty at best, despite a late 2018 mega. I've been slowly convincing myself that the Villain trait will make certain cards relevant in the future, but even without another mega, Proton's arch nemesis can occasionally flash usefulness for younger rosters.
Duelist Torres
2
Unlikely to contribute on weekdays, Duelist is more of a luxury event pick with great collections, like most Torres variants. Both of her bases were recently topped, but she also has a handful of possible one-off event traits, such as athlete. There's theoretical gauntlet value for a pair rated at 83% of maximum, but with two average rolls, she will need both skills to line up and often performs better on paper than in game. With the Jury Rigger collection still needing a handful of legendaries, she may often be one of the better available choices for completionists while also contributing +1 to Innovator.
Elnor
1
Elnor is pretty much the textbook definition of an empty calories base - and yet, weirdly enough, even there, he's somewhat disappointing for a musketeer. Out of the entire SEC top ten, he and Ripper make for the only two skillers - and even in that competition, he's edged out by Discovery's barn-storming tardigrade by a two whole points. Somewhat strange that Ripper is being preserved from power creep so fastidiously, but here we are, with a choice.
As with any Picard crew, you'll undoubtedly get use out of Elnor - more than most event dross, I'd wager, given his Romulan, Spiritual, Duelist and Survivalist traits - but with very few fringe benefits and only so many character variants for Space Legolas that won't be the same skill set, just with face-lifted numbers, I would definitely regret the choice.
As with any Picard crew, you'll undoubtedly get use out of Elnor - more than most event dross, I'd wager, given his Romulan, Spiritual, Duelist and Survivalist traits - but with very few fringe benefits and only so many character variants for Space Legolas that won't be the same skill set, just with face-lifted numbers, I would definitely regret the choice.
Enabran Tain
1
"A man shouldn't allow his enemies to outlive him." - Tain may have one foot in the gauntlet grave, but strikes back at his enemies with an oft-seen 45% crit trait set which features the CMD skill; a role/roll he's familiar with, boasting a top five CMD proficiency. Two low ranked pairs aren't quite the same as having Kahless himself on your squad, but Tain will do well as a rotational piece.
Nothing resembling a good investment, Tain may luck into some requisition work for likely Cardassian events down the line if you're forced (at SEC point) to star him up.
Nothing resembling a good investment, Tain may luck into some requisition work for likely Cardassian events down the line if you're forced (at SEC point) to star him up.
First Officer Chekov
Despite variant-best CMD and SCI bases, snagging only one event per year won't help Officer Finger Guns waporize too many of your opponents. His calling card had previously been an uncommon CMD/SCI voyage stack, but with several such crew being introduced over the last year, you may find it easier than before to find an upgrade to him. His power is waning and Cheekoof is perilously close to event-only territory.
First Officer Riker
If you're looking for pizzazz, you've come to the wrong place. His stats are as bland as his skill set, but a variant-best SEC (by 3 points) can still make an event splash twice a year. Between mediocre voyage work and a lack of notable fringe offerings, Riker's main (only) selling points are occasional event work and the best beard in the business.
Fungal Entity May
Lacking the Gauntlet pair of the fluidic invader or the better base power of Ripper, May is the opposite of a fun-guy, and it's a really, really bad look when the nine base SEC options above you include three main series captains, two characters with a ton of traits that are snagging them a mega at the very moment of writing, and some really excellent voyage crew. If you're in it for bases, then she's a perfectly serviceable non-event shuttle pilot, with the second biggest gun of the Disco crew currently in game (behind her fore-water-bear Ripper), but she just lacks any kind of versatility. And God help you if the Disco megas end - if that happens, she'll be leaning heavily on Mirror to leverage any kind of event utility, and lemme tell ya, that ain't where you want to hang your hat right now, one whole year after the last standalone Mirror weekend.
Grand Nagus Rom
2
He was the first legendary with his skill set, but now that number is into double digits. With horrific numbers in every corner of this card (including a 10-26 CMD proficiency), Quark's brother has to hang his hat on an uncommon skill set and Rom/Ferengi events for relevance. His ENG base is #2 among Ferengi, but with his 4/4 version besting him until FF, it's more often theoretical value for a crew who rarely deserves additional stars.
Harcourt Fenton Mudd
Harcourt is on thin ice, and not just with Stella. If future Disco megas shift to bridge-crew-only, this pill peddler is out of a job. His trait mega event chances may be falling like tin cans on a fence line, but his bases are still cocked and loaded to make an impact when bonuses do come along. If you need him to pitch in outside of daily shuttles, his +10 attack @ 6 seconds in the arena is a fantastic boost for fast activating crew and can bring even super rare damage options to relevance.
Human Torres
1
I would invite you to flip back and forth between her stat page and Sergey and Helena Rozhenko's. Not the most promising first impression, but she does have a couple perks to help her escape obscurity. There's a huge gulf between her DIP and the next best Torres option (not you, mom), even at 1/5. Unfortunately, you won't be able to stretch that equity as far as you'd like since this version comes without the Klingon tag and Torres' event tally over the last 21 months sits at two. Jury Rigger is always worth a mention and she's not the worst option of those eligible, but if all you're chasing is a big, easily replaceable DIP base, it's best to look for one with more utility or event chances.
Joachim
1
Joachim tasks me...he tasks me and I shall rank him. In response to being called non-event crew, Joachim activated his mega card twice. A villain mega pushing him into double-digits wouldn't surprise me, but if we're spitballing like that then there are still loads of other crew who would be ahead of him in line. The ubiquity of SEC shuttle seating and the strength of his base make him a more attractive option than other "non-event" 2-skill crew, but it's advisable to invest in an equivalent SEC crew who's more flexible for voyages, arena, gauntlet, or has more reliable events. His other notable non-event offering is the SEC/Pilot node unlock.
Kal-if-fee Kirk
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With Kal-if-fee and Mirror Kirks dueling for the honor of 'worst variant for cost', you'll want to steer clear of both if possible. Kirk is guaranteed events until the end of Timelines and Kal-if-fee's SEC is still usable for events, but that's about where his usefulness ends. There's theoretical value in his +1 Inspiring and top 50 proficiency total, but his rolls are spread too evenly to be effective and he's not someone that's likely to crack your daily use rotation, even with stars. His best case behold scenario is against two redundant or useless options.
Lieutenant Wesley Crusher
2018 delivered our yearly Wesley event in the 11th hour. For all those who lamented airlocking or passing on a Wesley because he happened to catch an event, stop it. You still made the right choice. And passing on the Lieutenant is the right choice more often than not. He offers (very) thin value in most places outside of the arena where he provides some usable arena EV. A previously uncommon ENG/SEC stack for voyages had a huge influx in Q2 of 2019 and so Wes' prospects are fading fast there too. If you want to get an A, pass on Wes and don't feel bad when his once a year event rolls around.
Mademoiselle de Neuf
1
Don't let Mrs. Gangster Spock's numbers fool you. On voyages, a SEC/SCI crew with a few stars will always pop up to at least within view, but with several better options available to you since the mid-2019 portal update, you might find that she's struggling to stay relevant. Even 4* crew like Fugitive Spock will probably manage to eke out in front of her unless you've really put the time and the citations in, to say nothing of if you've managed to snag an Away Team Burnham or someone worse. In Gauntlet, she can still pitch in some ranked pairs, but outside of the edge of a few 45% trait sets, she'll probably be a rotational fifth rather than a cornerstone of your strategy.
On the plus side, the Blonde Borg Bombshell does offer a base SEC which, despite its seeming appalling rank, is still variant-best, something to keep in mind since her event frequency has actually been fairly respectable, to say nothing of the inevitable ST: Picard events. And to round her out, arena accuracy at four seconds with healthy crit values are useful, especially for Skirmishes. A more valuable crew than the poor numbers intimate.
On the plus side, the Blonde Borg Bombshell does offer a base SEC which, despite its seeming appalling rank, is still variant-best, something to keep in mind since her event frequency has actually been fairly respectable, to say nothing of the inevitable ST: Picard events. And to round her out, arena accuracy at four seconds with healthy crit values are useful, especially for Skirmishes. A more valuable crew than the poor numbers intimate.
Mariachi Q
If you have Mariachi at some middling star level from the free mailed copy and/or his event then he's fine to take a star on, but starting from scratch for a cookie cutter crew who doesn't warm up before 4/5 is a losing proposition. His bi-yearly event features will serve to occasionally remind you of why he's hogging a crew slot, but don't figure to get daily use out of him.
Martian Quark
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Quark's event count blossomed in 2018 taking him into double-digits, but hasn't budged since then. With a future Ferengi mega a distinct possibility and the #1 Ferengi DIP (and #5 CMD) in his back pocket, he could be primed to be an impact player in the future. For now, he's a solid shuttle crew with an up and down event history.
Mintakan Riker
1
His event contributions look quite good on paper - top three Riker DIP and SEC with a fistful of eventable traits and a steady two+ Riker bonuses in each calendar year. Considering his dreary voyage, gauntlet, and arena power, he's best thought of as a luxury 2-skill event choice with more gas in the tank for weekends.
Mirror Ellen Landry
Waking up with a fat stack of past event bonuses is pretty nice for someone with so little screen time. Her SEC sits at #2 among Disco crew, #3 for the Mirror Universe, and is fairly dependent on those bonuses for relevance. If there's a discernible end to the torrent of all-Disco events, then Landry and several other crew will plummet in desirability. Until that happens, she sits on a dynamite keg of event potential. She's a fine Faction piece acquisition, but a very risky investment.
Mirror Keyla Detmer
This iteration of Detmer is probably one of my most anticipated cards which makes it such a shame that's she's such disappointing addition. SEC/CMD is about as vanilla a skill set as you can get and although she hits #1 with that pairing in voyages her two skilled nature make that completely redundant as it would be a negative should one want to hit a ten hour voyage.
This will be one of the few occasions where having a large event potential would be a negative. Disco and Mirror event capable crew have pretty much reached saturation now and if you've been playing for a while you will have accrued a large number of them with little effort. Most of which will be significantly more useful than Commandant Reaction-Shot here.
To focus on the positives she has a nice 400% damage hit at 8s, not as fast as her Mirror Universe compatriot Captain Killy but still enough to put a dent in any skirmish lineup. However unless you have no damage dealers, no Disco or Mirror crew or, for some reason, no decent SEC/CMD crew she is mostly useless to you in all other capacities.
This will be one of the few occasions where having a large event potential would be a negative. Disco and Mirror event capable crew have pretty much reached saturation now and if you've been playing for a while you will have accrued a large number of them with little effort. Most of which will be significantly more useful than Commandant Reaction-Shot here.
To focus on the positives she has a nice 400% damage hit at 8s, not as fast as her Mirror Universe compatriot Captain Killy but still enough to put a dent in any skirmish lineup. However unless you have no damage dealers, no Disco or Mirror crew or, for some reason, no decent SEC/CMD crew she is mostly useless to you in all other capacities.
Mirror Kirk
I'm not as hard on Mirror Kirk as many players. No, he's not suitable for daily use, but an impressive event count and #2/4 bases among variants means that when his number is called (every other month), he'll perform fine. That's not the sort of contribution you'd want from a legendary behold, but it's better than a handful of others can offer.
Mirror Reed
David Duchovny has the good fortune of collecting the Mirror trait (and associated traits) to boost his event count up into double-digits. With only the out-of-portal Mirror Sulu ahead of him for Mirror SEC, he might need to get lucky with traits as Reed events are stuck in the mud leaving two variant-best bases rotting away. 375% arena damage is a big torpedo, but getting to 12 seconds alive is increasingly difficult these days. Still a valuable Skirmish piece until you're able to acquire faster options. He is, like many others, a bit player waiting on events and not quite able to contribute otherwise on some rosters.
Natima Lang
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Old lady Langer is a near duplicate of a crew released just days earlier; UFP President Ra-ghoratreii. Go read his note if you want to know almost exactly what you're getting with this card. Sometimes I feel like I'm in a 50s doo-wop group with all the dipdipdipdipdip… Her numbers are fine, but a total non-starter of a skill set means that she's not offering nearly as much over replacement value as a less common skill pairing would and she'll be replaced that much more easily in the future. You're getting almost zero utility from this card outside of an ironic collection at the end of the rainbow and even though we can expect some mega event action from her traits down the line, to date she's only nabbed one weekend bonus.
If you're a sucker for Cardassians, DS9, or any subset of Lang's character, then her base and voyage numbers are good enough to find work for you, but it's certainly fair for us to want more from our investments than a bland crew who will never venture outside the confines of an occasional shuttlecraft or DIP voyage.
If you're a sucker for Cardassians, DS9, or any subset of Lang's character, then her base and voyage numbers are good enough to find work for you, but it's certainly fair for us to want more from our investments than a bland crew who will never venture outside the confines of an occasional shuttlecraft or DIP voyage.
Pah-wraith Cult Dukat
2
Pah-wraith jokes aside, where we feel the love is Dukat's event potential. He had a strong 2018 (4 events) to highlight double 1k bases, but his best year(s) may be ahead of him. Cardassian, Bajoran, Cultural Figure, and Villain could all potentially be mega traits and even hitting on one would be a significant boost to his desirability. With very little to offer elsewhere, you're essentially selecting Dukat as a 2-skiller with average event work, but the potential to make multi-week contributions in the future.
Queen Guinevere Kira
1
There are a couple avenues for Guinevere to excel; as the #1 Kira SEC, the #2 Bajoran SEC, a big proficiency roll, or perhaps as a skirmish piece. But each perk has a downside. That Bajoran trait has popped up on the weekend just twice, her arena damage has a Position trigger, and her gauntlet pair isn't good enough to be ranked. Her bases are just high enough to be great when bonus, but not good enough the rest of the time. If you don't have use for her on ship battles, she's just a bit player waiting for her event number to be called.
Revolutionary Damar
2
After years of playing the longsuffering straight man, season 7 badass Damar is here to chew bubblegum and kick ass, but he's all out of both. It's a shame to reduce such a heroic on-screen character to 'Budget Kahless', but seeing as the venerable clone is ahead of Damar in all of his skill pairs, it's a true statement. With a Cardassian mega his likeliest path to non-gauntlet relevance, it's best to take one star of Damar as a gauntlet stopgap while you upgrade other parts of your roster.
Ripper
Ripper's value is highly volatile and is event and roster dependent. Until the all-Disco megas cease, Ripper holds exceptional value. A 2x event bonus coupled with its huge base would put it on par with featured event crew in many cases. But if that sort of blanket bonus is all in the past then you have a crew who, while great for daily shuttles even at 1/5, may struggle for weekend consistency if you have a healthy number of super rares to thaw for events.
I'm not enamored with non-event bases, but Ripper's SEC is within thirty points of #1 Sisko and so will perform similarly for faction events in non-bonus situations. Flying under the radar is an uncommon skill pair that doesn't mesh well for shuttles, but can find voyage work on the right roster. We're never looking for reasons to run 2-skillers in that section of the game, but only the vaunted Gary Seven provides a better SEC+SCI sum among 3-skill crew.
I'm not enamored with non-event bases, but Ripper's SEC is within thirty points of #1 Sisko and so will perform similarly for faction events in non-bonus situations. Flying under the radar is an uncommon skill pair that doesn't mesh well for shuttles, but can find voyage work on the right roster. We're never looking for reasons to run 2-skillers in that section of the game, but only the vaunted Gary Seven provides a better SEC+SCI sum among 3-skill crew.
Satan's Robot
1
The last time I bet against Robot's event prowess, he whipped out his #1 Hologram ENG and beat me over the head with it for four straight weeks. For those of you who want to take him, I'll just say there's no way we get a Villain mega event, absolutely not! Unfortunately, that would spend two of his three traits and his daily shuttle work should be spotty at best with three ENG primary mega crew in the books. Q2 2019 stacked the deck with ENG/SEC voyage options, meaning Robot's future outlook is in serious danger.
Temporal Agent Daniels
His time in the sun as #1 overall base SCI lasted the better part of a year - long enough to cultivate a reputation and it edges out notables like Leo da Vinci and Surak. Unfortunately for him, SCI bases have been hit hard by new crew in 2019 and despite having a fairly unique skill order (Beloved Annorax), his voyage score is hundreds of points behind the endless march of new crew. His traits are mostly event duds and with Undercover Operative as his best and only chance at multi-week relevance, you're better off trying to snag another SCI option who will stand out from the crowd, either by power or event opportunity.
Timicin
Timicin's voyage numbers aren't what they used to be almost a year after his release and his ENG/SCI skill pairing is not hard up for representation. But his SCI base is as sturdy as he is and built to carry the load for daily shuttle runs, even though he'll need to get lucky with traits to make a difference on the weekends. If you snag this guy in a behold, do yourself a favor and go watch his tragic episode.
Torchbearer Rejac
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There's a basement level of usefulness for Discovery crew and this is it. Events aside, the Fonzie card art is the best thing about Rejac. He's unlikely to contribute day to day without several stars and his event opportunities rest on something of a bubble at this point. Klingon and Disco have combined for huge swaths of bonuses already, but who can say how many more they'll trigger? A formerly ranked gauntlet pair with the occasional 65% crit might rarely make him a fifth member of your gauntlet squad, but that's hardly worth spending a behold on.
Tyler, Son of None
Tyler is an event primary, event secondary crew. There are no other interesting corners of this card to delve into and despite passable voyage numbers, his skill set is likely to sink that total in "real feel" situations. Nevertheless, his event potential earns this card consideration. Double 1k bases in combination with Disco, Klingon, and Tyler events should be enough to help you out on weekends several times per year, even if an event tally bloated by five previous megas may be backwards looking.
Umpire Odo
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It's easy to confuse Umpire and Jazz Odo, but this is definitely the one you want. He's suitable for daily use as early as 3/5 for most rosters and is far and away the best Odo CMD for his couple of events per year. +1 Vanity may break a tie in an otherwise poor behold.
Undercover Sulu
It took nearly three years for Sulu to collect his first variant event and with numbers like his, it wasn't worth the wait. Despite enjoying a Pilot mega to close out 2018, his event future still looks bleak with traits best utilized by voyages and gauntlet. A top 20 DIP proficiency may have earned him a low ranked gauntlet pair, but he tops out as only an early game contributor for the majority of rosters. His instant damage in the arena is twice as slow as most cards and you can find better without too much trouble. Undercover Sulu has just enough tools to register as a radar blip from time to time, but is not adequate value for the cost of a legendary behold.
Vengeful L'Rell
Traits (including Disco) have pushed L'Rell well into double digit bonuses within a relatively short time which has given two 1k bases several chances to shine. But like a very similar crew, Torchbearer Rejac, it's difficult to count on future value based on trait bonuses that may vanish as the crew pool grows. Considering DB's Disco love affair, there's a good chance that her two usable bases will continue to find work in the (near) future, but don't count on her contributing much day to day.
Vulcan Executioner
1
Fantastic chest art (that phrase is now Big Book canon), but really Executioner is one step up from filler card. His SEC is surprisingly not the top for Vulcans (Warship Tuvok), but still plenty strong for their events. What may earn him a spot on your roster is 400% arena damage at 8 seconds without a requirement. Hitting his +9 attack there may be a pipe dream because of the stars required, but is a solid Skirmish option nonetheless.
War Correspondent Jake Sisko
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Just a step behind in too many areas to be particularly strong choice. DIP/SEC is a dime-a-dozen skill set and even with a reasonably strong primary base, he's only averaged just over one event per year. His MED and eventual collection are something to look forward to, but he'll never be near the top of any citation lists.
Weyoun Clone 5
2
Aptly named, Weyoun Clone is a clone of the ranked reward that came just a few weeks earlier; Musketeer Picard. Sadly, his event number isn't called nearly as often and his daily offerings are several shades south of solid. Double stat-boosting collections are certainly a consideration, but unless you're on the precipice of finishing both, you're better off looking for a crew who excels at something, rather than being average in all corners as Weyoun is.
Will Scarlett
1
Being a Worf will only get a fella so far. Scarlett has certain fringe offerings in the gauntlet and arena and you may see more of him than you otherwise would since a copy was given to players for free, but upgrades to his talents can be found semi-regularly through events. Adding stars won't bring a strong return on investment, even considering Worf's potent event count.
Yarnek
Having cut his teeth in the gauntlet, Gorignak has been somewhat rudely excused from there, first by the ubiquitous Surak and now even more so by current gauntlet reward Armus. His #4 SCI/CMD pair is still a boon to newer players, but he's as likely to face 40% win chance walls as any other crew. Excellent CMD/DIP/SCI voyagers have flooded in from multiple angles, making it one of the most populous skill sets which all but puts Yarnek to bed there too if you're a long time player. Formerly offering good utility for a one-off, there's not enough power left in Rock Lobster's tank to make him worthwhile to anyone but younger rosters.
Admiral Owen Paris
Rather more useful than you’d expect, with a tertiary SCI, Admirable gauntlet pairs, and a strong voyage score. Unlikely to pick up many events with the Pilot mega behind us, but the weekend isn’t everything. Daily contributions are going to be your bread and butter for the early game, and Tom’s disapproving dad is nothing if not capable of pitching in.
Admiral Ross
1
A fan favourite among Starfleet admirals, Ross is, by all accounts, better than he should be, with +1 Diplomat, a zippy 6s +7 Attack boost, and a relatively painless equip softening the blow when you inevitably freeze him. With the bulk of his traits being wholly non-eventable, he may be looking at a Cultural Figure mega as his one chance to be thawed once displaced from daily shuttles.
Ambassador K'Ehleyr
She only does one thing, but does it well. Her huge DIP base will earn her a shuttle spot into the mid-game and K'Ehleyr/Klingon events pop up from time to time.
Anastasia Komananov
1
She offers no impressive stats for daily use but a DIP base near 800 paired with Kira and hologram events will have her in and out of the freezer. You'd like to see more daily value from a crew with an equip cost this expensive, but a set of very eventable traits should do wonders for her Faction potential down the line.
Arjin
Look at that face. Isn’t that the face of a hero? For those of you who remember this thoroughly middle of the road episode of DS9, you probably either dislike or thoroughly loathe this piece of wet toast, and this card doesn’t do him any favours. SCI/CMD/DIP is the new CMD/DIP/SEC, and with his traits exhausted (Civilian or Trill mega seems unlikely), the most Arjin can offer you is merely okay voyage use on a fledgling roster, and a +9 Accuracy boost in the Arena. Freeze and forget.
Captain Q
Half of Captain Q’s events have included shuttles, and two others were Galaxy event features (10x bonus) - a DIP base that sits behind only Mariachi Q among variants will warrant a thaw twice a year. Some voyage/gauntlet work is possible for fledgling rosters, but won’t make a noticeable impact day to day apart from some fast, but replaceable arena evasion.
Colonel Worf
1
Almost purely designed around the one thing that doesn’t show up on sensors - the Cool Factor. He doesn’t count as a variant of Worf, has no Gauntlet work, and while his ship ability kicks into gear at a snappy seven seconds, it just doesn’t feel competitive enough. Immortalising this voyage-only crew is mostly a project for collectors - he sports an excellent DIP base that you’ll find handy for Klingon events, and he lands you a +1 Inspiring, but otherwise, don’t be afraid to lay this one-scene wonder to rest in the freezer for most of the year.
Command Hologram
One of the few skill sets (MED/CMD) capable of redeeming poor voyage numbers, though likely only with several early stars. He laps his competition for the best Doc CMD base which may come into increased use in the coming year(s), but if you’re hoping his MED symbol on the behold screen will significantly bolster your daily roster, then they won’t get what they’re after. I mean you won’t get what you’re after!
Commander Barak
Between his three traits and eerily similar proficiency numbers, it looks like someone forgot to finish making this card. The one stat that pops is his #2 base CMD; something which will find him use for daily shuttles and Klingon faction events where he’s obviously the best super rare Klingon CMD.
Commander T'Pol
1
T’Pol’s power won’t offer much to your roster day to day, leaving her handful of events and a very easy to complete token collection spot. Considering the ease of completing the Vulcan collection and her overall stats, she offers very little past the early/mid game.
Commander Thelin
Sagging stat ranks meet an ever-increasing number of SCI options from events. If you can collect four copies on a weekend, he’s likely to perform well day to day into the mid-game, but as the first star in a behold, you might opt to go with better event or collection value pieces
Commander Tomalak
2
Pure collection fodder, but hits two. He may already be 1/4 on your roster as he's a campaign reward from episode 7. A gauntlet pair and Romulan events would be worth considering if his numbers were a bit stronger.
Disguised Chakotay
Don’t judge a card by the haircut his mom gave him when he was six (was 1996 just like that?). The skill set and handicapped arena work are bummers, but this card is a fine voyage piece if you have him fused and in tandem with Chakotay event work picking up after a gargantuan drought, the era of trait megas should garner him a fistful or two of bonuses down the line. Milquetoast to be sure, but if you employ him for what he is rather than what he isn’t, he’s a fine roster component to keep stashed.
Dr Crusher
1
The most interesting aspect of this crew is the missing period from the abbreviation of Doctor. Which she is...and pitches in for the Physician collection. But Crusher is simply not an event player so an above average MED base may languish without a use for long periods. Her uncommon MED/CMD stack belies a gross voyage score and in combination with theoretical event potential makes her an okay target for players who haven’t finished her collection, but don’t expect as much utility as some MED crew can offer.
Dr. David Marcus
2
Even in the age of wacky trait megas, David’s only real shot may be Gambler. Kirk’s son is fortunate to escape the drawing board with two collections, including the still-tough Jury Rigger, which comprise 99% of his value.
Dr. Gillian Taylor
1
Wholly uneventable traits shift the burden of value to daily use where Kirk’s fling delivers, more often than not. Quick arena evasion in a hefty amount, a nice SCI/MED voyage stack, and a huge gauntlet pair by super rare standards even appears in the overall rankings. If you’re still in the early game and looking for a collection piece to level, Taylor may be worth it, even without all four stars.
Dr. Leonard McCoy
1
Consistently inconsistent, McCoy has multiple events in each calendar year, but only three with a Faction component. If you go to the trouble of snagging this voyage exclusive from a three part dilemma, the odds are you won’t still need to finish his Physician collection leaving just some irregular event work in his wake.
Drafted McCoy
1
Bases that only a Faction mother could love, but lays claim to a collection spot and semi-regular events. His arena work is almost viable, but it shouldn’t be difficult to find better.
Duelist Yar
Strong voyage and gauntlet SEC numbers, but won't age gracefully - her skill set makes her replaceable earlier than others. A usable-when-bonus SEC base for a character with a great Faction rate will be worth thawing once or twice a year.
Galen
We'd like better voyage numbers to pair with his SCI/SEC skill set and his bases aren’t standalone good either. The bulk of his value lies in a less common Picard SCI base for events which should see an upswing soon.
Gralik Durr
2
His arena work was previously noted here, but it’s too easy to find options without a handicap these days. Durr’s (four) traits are currently in Fry territory of will they, won’t they be featured down the line, but at behold screen crunch time, you’re basically just taking this crew as a collection piece.
Ikat'ika
1
“All I can do is kill him . . . and that no longer holds my interest.” Dominion events may give this two skiller a chance at greater relevance outside of daily shuttles every now and then, but his +1 Veteran and top Dominion super rare SEC are the only tangible benefits he’s likely to yield in the long run.
Kazon Seska
1
With ENG getting a lot of mega love and Seska’s weak voyage ability, you’re most likely waiting for some trait events to marry with her ENG base that still barely sits inside the top ten. The bulk of her value outside of the early game comes from the Cardassian collection and theoretical event work.
Klingon Neelix
A strong SEC base/event pair double dips with Neelix and Klingon events with a few trait supplements to give him a handful of yearly bonuses. With very narrow value, Kleenix is a luxury event pick who you should start collecting stars on after you’ve sorted out your daily roster and collection crew.
Kurak
1
A good skill set which unfortunately lacks voyage oomph. But an 800 base for daily shuttles and +1 Innovator are fine assets beside. Her secret weapon is a SCI base that sits behind only K’mtar among super rare Klingons.
Lady Beverly
Providing the all important +1 Cockatoo to your roster, the good Lady Beverly has amazing art, but a mediocre event tally without Crusher’s usual Physician collection to soften the blow. Hologram may net you some events, though the trait’s best days are behind it. MED scarcity means you might hold on to her for longer than similarly stock crew, but she’s just not special in any area.
Lal
Lal's value is extremely polarized and therefore hard to rank in a vacuum. Her big base ENG is even ahead of 5/5s like Emo Chip Data, North Star Tucker and Seven of Nine. As long as she's occupying a shuttle seat in faction events, she has value. But once replaced there she offers almost nothing aside from a good-not-great +Attack in arena. If you're cruising along in the early or mid game, the odds are high that she can find meaningful work for you, but starting the climb from one star in beholds may not get you to max in time for her base to matter.
Liaison Torres
1
Worse than average in nearly every statistical category. She can contribute some faction event work with double-digit events to date and the only other Torres DIP option is a pack-only who’s not in the portal, but the bulk of her value is in +1 Diplomat.
Lily Sloane
1
The fact that she has "variants" now predisposes her to the possibility of future events, but traits are likely to exceed them in a single month. And although her voyage numbers don't look great on the whole, ENG primary/DIP secondary can be difficult to find so she may sneak into the rotation there in the early game. Her #1 ENG/DIP super rare pair in the gauntlet will struggle for wins against walls of crew with monster DIP scores despite several advantageous crit traits leaving Jury Rigger as her most valuable attribute, despite theoretical value elsewhere.
Logician Solok
2
The textbook definition of a manufactured triumph, Solok's only possible value to even young rosters has to be his (we hope) eventual addition to the Play Ball vanity collection, and even then, he's probably one of the worst cards there.
At some point, you have to ask yourself what you're collecting two skill, non-event crew for, and honestly, you're going to run out of good answers for that question. If we ever get an Athlete mega, he will be . . . a pilot. Yessiree, he certainly will be a pilot.
At some point, you have to ask yourself what you're collecting two skill, non-event crew for, and honestly, you're going to run out of good answers for that question. If we ever get an Athlete mega, he will be . . . a pilot. Yessiree, he certainly will be a pilot.
Marla McGivers
A 900 DIP base with fairly uncommon ENG secondary and reasonable arena evasion. Her two events were standalone features and may open up chances for re-run bonuses to power up her already great DIP. But most of her traits are not particularly eventable outside of romantic and her performance to date has mostly been as a daily shuttle pilot which is about as valueless as it gets.
Mirror K'Ehleyr
1
Not a daily use crew, but worth having thanks to an inexplicable four event features and a healthy number of other trait events. She can help you win weekends when she's not chilling on Rura Penthe.
Mirror Keiko
1
Her voyage score/skill set combo has some potential, but probably not if you’re starting from star one. Like her collection, this Keiko is a vanity project who you may want to collect for speculative trait event work, but who offers nothing unique or powerful.
Pel
1
Strong early game shuttle crew who also offers two prior event features, a handful of other Ferengi events, and a spot in the Ferengi Collection. Arena Acc/Crit Bonus at six seconds may be her most useful daily ability and a handful of traits means that her best event days are still ahead of her.
Pugilist Q
“I’m not Picard.” And then Q never visited DS9 ever again. Another CMD/DIP/SEC re-print, this pompous pugilist’s prognosis predisposes precarious productivity. In short, bound for the freezer and unthawed for event use every half a year or thereabouts.
Resolute Chakotay
The stats aren’t shabby, but Commander Generic makes variant number seven (of eight) with a CMD/DIP/SEC skill set. We welcome the unforeseen uptick in events (three in seven months), but beyond that there’s not much to recommend about the disheveled first officer. His art may be a shade off, but I must admit that a fairly bland character is represented accurately in this case. No fringe benefits so if you’re not using him for shuttles or voyages, freeze and forget until his event number is called.
Riley Frazier
1
Minor voyage opportunities early on and the best Borg super rare DIP, but for most rosters she’s just a stepping stone for another stat-boosting collection.
Riva
1
RIVA'S CHORUS: Welcome to my note, dear friends!
RIVA'S CHORUS WARRIOR: It fills me with joy that you have fond memories of me, both as representation of the deaf community and as a symbol of what it means to persevere despite tragedy and extreme adversity. I don't even mind that you sometimes refer to me as "Ginger Jesus."
RIVA'S CHORUS SCHOLAR: But I know you've looked at my stats, and the numbers aren't great. The big DIP base, while perfectly in keeping of a diplomat of my stature, will find few chances to be of much use with my esoteric trait set, and my lack of a third skill means I will never set foot on a voyage. Although, if we're being honest, even the second skill is a stretch. Do I look like a scientist?
RIVA'S CHORUS BALANCE: I know full well that no matter how much you like me as a character, in a best-case scenario I will end up in your cryostasis vault in short order. Outside of a Diplomat collection spot, I really don't have much to offer. Perhaps, if a Telepath or Cultural Figure mega pops up in the future, we shall meet again. Until then, farewell.
RIVA'S CHORUS WARRIOR: It fills me with joy that you have fond memories of me, both as representation of the deaf community and as a symbol of what it means to persevere despite tragedy and extreme adversity. I don't even mind that you sometimes refer to me as "Ginger Jesus."
RIVA'S CHORUS SCHOLAR: But I know you've looked at my stats, and the numbers aren't great. The big DIP base, while perfectly in keeping of a diplomat of my stature, will find few chances to be of much use with my esoteric trait set, and my lack of a third skill means I will never set foot on a voyage. Although, if we're being honest, even the second skill is a stretch. Do I look like a scientist?
RIVA'S CHORUS BALANCE: I know full well that no matter how much you like me as a character, in a best-case scenario I will end up in your cryostasis vault in short order. Outside of a Diplomat collection spot, I really don't have much to offer. Perhaps, if a Telepath or Cultural Figure mega pops up in the future, we shall meet again. Until then, farewell.
Rogue Harry Kim
1
One of many nice skill sets gone to waste on account of poor stat totals. Nevertheless, a handful of events (including three features) and +1 Innovator make him worth freezing when you can. Beware his somewhat expensive build cost requiring seven 5* items and a handful of faction trinkets.
Ruk
Reminiscent of North Star Archer (good voyage and SEC base numbers), but without long term perks. When he's bumped from your active roster, his thawpertunities rely solely on four traits. If you can star him up early, enjoy his strong daily performance. If your roster is more established, he’s a trait mega dice roll.
Rura Penthe Reed
His arena reputation precedes him; +9 attack for a healthy duration and above average passive stats. It's good that he found a niche, because his stats don't support much else. His two event features were alongside Delta Flyer Paris - a crew worth grabbing if the event is re-run again.
Smuggler Kasidy Yates
1
The only super rare Jury Rigger from the latest (big) portal update is reason enough to take her. Though there’s light at the end of the tunnel with respect to her collection no longer requiring legendary crew to complete, most rosters still need all the help they can get for it and Ms. Yates can at least do that, if nothing else. With fairly uneventable traits and no number that pops, Yates is a freeze and forget type, unless you stumble into several copies early on in your Timelines journey.
Sulu of the Body
1
Girl, look at that body. Full marks to Sulu for picking up a collection spot, but that DIP base body is as empty calories as it gets. Flipping through the pages of Sulu's event profile, we see an off-the-wall Pilot mega, potentially eating up his most/only eventable trait, and the ugly, stock-standard trait set of Human/Starfleet/Federation which is simply a stat padder.
Sulu's first event feature didn't provide a bonus for variants, his second was supposed to, but was bugged, and his third was his first, latest, and only event value for long-suffering Takei fans over a four year stretch. Thin event potential automatically puts him ahead of several other collection-only choices, but that's as ringing of an endorsement as we can muster.
Sulu's first event feature didn't provide a bonus for variants, his second was supposed to, but was bugged, and his third was his first, latest, and only event value for long-suffering Takei fans over a four year stretch. Thin event potential automatically puts him ahead of several other collection-only choices, but that's as ringing of an endorsement as we can muster.
Tash
1
Base and voyage numbers are poor at a glance, but he can contribute in several other ways on young rosters. A fantastic skill set (and order of skills) for players in the early game can still find voyage work with a sub-100 total and his #1 SCI roll in the gauntlet makes him effective there for newer players. Experimenters looking to scratch a niche, take note of some of the best shield repair numbers in arena among super rare crew.
The Duras Sisters
“Human females are so repulsive!” Not quite as repulsive as about 90% of the card. From skill set to traits to event chances to simple stat ranks, Lursa and B'Etor are repugnant. But on ships, they're worth the admittedly cheap cost of fusion. Newer players will want (need) a strong attack crew to help them climb the arena ranks and progress through Skirmish difficulties to reap the lavish rewards of the event type. The duo may activate a bit slower than some of the more popular options, but can be built deterministically by any level of roster.
Trader Odo
For some inexplicable reason, this pacifist Odo has the second best base SEC among Odos...you know, the Security Chief?! His DIP base is fine for daily shuttles and he sports fairly relevant dual bases for Odo's two events per year, but is a luxury event pick who only grants value after paying merits for his services.
Tuvix
1
Hello darkness my old friend . . . well, if you’re here, you’ve discovered that you, too, can pervert nature with transporter accidents. What do you get for your trouble? Well, you get an easy collection, ten traits, and a bit of an odd animal, honestly. Counting as a version of both Tuvok and Neelix, and netting you Vulcan faction bonuses, you’d be forgiven for thinking he’s an event monster, but his bases simply don’t support long term use. His Gauntlet pair is competitive in lower ranks, but will quickly lose potency - and a falling voyage total means he’ll be quickly outclassed there, too. Depending on your flow of rare crew, you can have him fully fused without waiting for a pull or an event, and a good skill set means he’s better than his numbers suggest, but in the end, he’s bound for the freezer . . . or Captain Janeway’s farm upstate.
Vedek Bareil Antos
Without collections or consistent events, the Vicar is handicapped from the start. Luckily, he brings worthwhile voyage credentials; a strong stat total and helpful CMD/MED stack. Only one crew above him in voyage total (Tourist Quark) contributes both skills, but in a lesser amount. His other notable perk is in the arena where a long-duration chunk of crit rating is available at 3 seconds.
Warship Janeway
Her event tally is massive; combining Hologram and Janeway weekends, but with bases so poor that she may not make the thaw list for some players. Tertiary SCI and above average voyage numbers can find her a seat there in the early-to-mid game, but she’s an event piece first and foremost.
Weyoun Clone 4
1
An event count we can work with, but freezer bound after he unlocks a node for you. A big chunk of value is his spot in the Diplomat collection.
Xindi 'Prisoner' Archer
Average or better stats that we'd welcome in another skill set. Still, a strong DIP base and an event count that's suddenly started to pick up will give him some cryo use even if you're no longer using him daily.
Tier 9
Abraham Lincoln
2
Like many other crew, Honest Abe is at the mercy of trait megas to be of any use on the weekends, which has yet to happen for him. With putrid voyage power beside, Lincoln is a bottom-barrel behold option who will team up a borderline top 20 gauntlet pair with a seldom seen 45% crit trait set for infrequent gauntlet relevance. Don't chase pie in the sky double collections with this crew who doesn't deserve stars two through five.
Acting Captain Jellico
1
Sporting stats that would have made him merely okay crew this time last year, Jellico is a classic example of all base, no trousers. Let's run it down, shall we? A duo of events, unlikely to be duplicated, originating from his Acting Captaincy, and almost completely uneventable traits. A voyage score surrounded by superior bases and bridge crew with quintuple the event count, coupled with a real stinker of a skill set. The only things that are even remotely attractive are a strong (but sliding) CMD base, a collection that doesn't require a single 5*, and a measly 300% instant damage ability. On a 12 second timer. With a Position trigger. Localised entirely within your space kitchen.
Can I see it working out? No. In his episode, Jellico told others to get it done, and regardless of your feelings about him, they got it done. But if you're looking for a card to get it done, this ain't it, chief.
Can I see it working out? No. In his episode, Jellico told others to get it done, and regardless of your feelings about him, they got it done. But if you're looking for a card to get it done, this ain't it, chief.
Admiral Kirsten Clancy
Sitting across my desk is a Tilting Point employee giving me the pitch about a new Picard character. But she lacks the meme-able slogan attributed to her, her stats are a paltry reflection of her commanding prowess and the employee swaggers in with the balls and authority trying to sell me on this garbage idea?
Sheer...Fucking...Hubris
We knew Clancy was going to be a common set due to her stakes as a Starfleet Admiral however TP have still done her dirty. Barely breaking top 50 for CMD base stats should be a crime for any new card and her poor secondary and tertiary do nothing to make people want to invest in a potential Picard event candidate. Her one event where she would be useful has sailed into obscurity and her one small Gauntlet Pair is overshadowed by most cards literally given away in the last year. Seriously "The Hubris?", get some balls devs and put the full-fucking slogan in.
Sheer...Fucking...Hubris
We knew Clancy was going to be a common set due to her stakes as a Starfleet Admiral however TP have still done her dirty. Barely breaking top 50 for CMD base stats should be a crime for any new card and her poor secondary and tertiary do nothing to make people want to invest in a potential Picard event candidate. Her one event where she would be useful has sailed into obscurity and her one small Gauntlet Pair is overshadowed by most cards literally given away in the last year. Seriously "The Hubris?", get some balls devs and put the full-fucking slogan in.
Admiral Nechayev
2
Shoutout to whomever mentioned years ago that Nechayev is giving off that naughty schoolmarm vibe. That brain worm isn't going anywhere any time soon and her art pose certainly doesn't help. The Admiral is a one star behold proposition thanks to a top ten gauntlet pair and occasional 45% crit trait set. Don't let her double collections (or hand on hip) tempt you into more stars; you'll never make it to 5/5.
Admiral Riker
Still as condescending as ever to the cadets, Admiral Riker no longer has the bite to back up his bark. The old gauntlet powerhouse has been relegated to new player asset where garbage bases, bland skill set, and non-existent utility combine to make a frankly boring card. Now only effective in the gauntlet with 45% crit and with few other eventable traits or avenues for contributing, it's not controversial to say that his best days are behind him.
Ambassador Troi
1
Lwaxana Troi, daughter of the Fifth House, holder of the Sacred Chalice of Rixx, heir to the Holy Rings of Betazed is actually okay for a 2-skill gauntleteer because of her ability to hit 65% crit. Unfortunately, that's just about all she offers. Her lack of events and terrible bases make chasing her spot in the Diplomat collection a fool's errand. For one star, she's a fine behold choice in some cases, but it's unwise to invest more than that.
Beowulf Kim
1
Let's be real - Grendel would have kicked Beowulf Kim's ass without breaking a sweat. Kim's voyage rank is somewhere in the thousands and his bases, also garbage, are irrelevant too. Two half-Factions for Kim variants in the entirety of the game is shocking for someone with nine events and his traits, two of which already had their chance in 2018, are ballooning in representation, possibly never to be seen again.
His collection spot, the only positive of note, requires five copies of a terrible crew to win one copy of a mid-level crew. Collectors don't seem to have a problem giving fair haven to Maggie O'Halloran's boyfriend, but if you're looking to upgrade any part of your game, let Beowulf rot in the holobuffers until Doc comes to the rescue.
His collection spot, the only positive of note, requires five copies of a terrible crew to win one copy of a mid-level crew. Collectors don't seem to have a problem giving fair haven to Maggie O'Halloran's boyfriend, but if you're looking to upgrade any part of your game, let Beowulf rot in the holobuffers until Doc comes to the rescue.
Cadet First Class Locarno
Though his offerings may be rather less than first class (rimshot!), Off-Brand Tom Paris can make some slim contributions to a roster with very specific needs. If you haven’t had the chance to collect any of the heavy CMD bases released recently, he’s slightly more interesting than some just because, despite his only two skills being flying dangerous manoeuvres badly enough that someone died and lying through his teeth, he’s actually a Lorca-esque #5 CMD/DIP voyager, though you obviously want to be cultivating a healthy enough roster that you don’t want to be relying on two skill crew who are keeping Vargas company.
Beyond that, he’s a quick (4s) +10 EV boost in the Arena, which might help you keep the Krayton at bay, but that’s about all he can offer, since he lacks truly eventable traits and I wouldn’t advise you to pin any hopes on Maverick. If you pick him, it’ll be because your first duty is to the character, and not to his raw statistical offerings.
Beyond that, he’s a quick (4s) +10 EV boost in the Arena, which might help you keep the Krayton at bay, but that’s about all he can offer, since he lacks truly eventable traits and I wouldn’t advise you to pin any hopes on Maverick. If you pick him, it’ll be because your first duty is to the character, and not to his raw statistical offerings.
Captain La Forge
1
If only the numbers were as great as his episode. Geordi's skill set is usually a boon for voyages (note: he's CMD primary despite what the behold screen says), but with a stat total sitting next to the 2-skillers, he's far from a sure thing. In fact, his only notable strength is a variant-best CMD base. Multiple event features is typically a great attribute but his feature and subsequent re-run were Expeditions, which have all but been phased out. With woeful daily contributions, you'll want him as a luxury event pick only.
Captain Pike
1
Discovery season two did indeed herald the arrival of Nu-Pike, but that doesn't make Hunter's Pike much more useful. This variant won't trigger for a Disco mega and if future Pike events take place during one, there are a handful of better Disco CMD options available.
His usage/power is too poor otherwise except in the arena. A combination of +10 attack and fast activation is not particularly common and would be fine for ship battles if the cost to fuse him wasn't so high. Even if Anson mounts a Pike comeback, you'll be underwhelmed by this version.
His usage/power is too poor otherwise except in the arena. A combination of +10 attack and fast activation is not particularly common and would be fine for ship battles if the cost to fuse him wasn't so high. Even if Anson mounts a Pike comeback, you'll be underwhelmed by this version.
Captain Sisko
2
A repugnant combo of skill set and limp stat total makes him a non-starter on voyages, leaving events as his only path to contributions on your roster. Plenty of variant events and two scoops of traits will activate Ben perhaps 2-4 weekends per year on your shuttles, but that's his upper limit.
Changeling Founder
1
Seven Dominion, two Changeling, one Brutal event and a partridge in a pear tree is more event work than we figured to get out of the Founder. But that may be immaterial with bases so poor that you likely need four or five stars on her before the event even begins. She's fine as a Dominion/DIP node unlock from the first star, but for her to earn a roster spot as a repeat contributor, you'll be leaning on her #2 CMD/DIP gauntlet pair or fast shipboard evasion, both of which are replaceable.
Dahar Master Kang
2
Double 1k bases and double collections are generally attributes to target, but Kang is more of an empty calories crew. He's a trait-relevance-only shuttler who's already had Klingon tapped for their mega and his proficiencies are too poor to benefit from the exclusive Dahar Master gauntlet trait set. He'll perform above average when his number is called, but that happens far too infrequently to merit taking him over most other behold choices.
Diversion Yates
Another day, another DIP crew you don't need. Ms. Yates makes DIP primary #6 and CMD/DIP/SEC crew #6 released over the last month. It's no longer stunning to see 1200+ bases, especially for the diplomacy skill. A day late and a dollar short for events too (Pilot), Yates' best (only?) chance for future weekend impact would seem to be wielding a top five DIP base for a theoretical costumed mega - and that's a lot of maybes.
In addition to a cookie cutter skill set and few useful traits, she lacks any pop or notable attributes, save for a chunk of shipboard crit which is usable, but replaceable. If you're okay with "stats good enough for daily use" crew, chase the ones with interesting skill sets and save your CMD/DIP/SEC hunting for the truly special cards.
In addition to a cookie cutter skill set and few useful traits, she lacks any pop or notable attributes, save for a chunk of shipboard crit which is usable, but replaceable. If you're okay with "stats good enough for daily use" crew, chase the ones with interesting skill sets and save your CMD/DIP/SEC hunting for the truly special cards.
Dr. Richard Daystrom
2
The venerable creator of the M-5 computer and namesake for the Daystrom Institute and award has long had an equally deferential following among players, but his time in the sun is pretty much over. A top five SCI roll and SCI/ENG pair _was _fantastic, but hasn't been nearly as powerful since the propagation gauntlet exclusives Caretaker and Armus. His (lack of) bases and event work have no business stealing more stars from other crew, even if there are two stat-boosting collections at the end of the rainbow. He still outperforms this ranking with his first star, but investing any more than that is bordering on foolhardy.
Dress Uniform Scotty
1
DB has loaded up the ENG ranks and sent Scotty tumbling. Former megas Ru’afo and Janeway have taken over his non-bonus shuttle work, which is all Scotty can claim these days. While he may have had a glimmer of event relevance late in 2019 thanks to the TOS mega, I'd sooner bet on Inglatu getting an event bonus before he does, sadly enough. Jury Rigger is a scrap of value, but his usability doesn’t warrant the investment in many cases, especially not with the collection encroaching on being completable with just super rare crew. His value is higher than this ranking if you missed on a mega ENG, but even then he won’t match that ubiquitous power in Faction events.
Elizabeth Dehner
1
Dehner Dehner Dehner Dehner Batman! I hate to be negative about such an iconic character, but there's not enough meat here for a compliment sandwich. Her MED base is about as deceiving as it can be. It sits behind three former Mega crew as well as the über popular Culber and is the least common Faction event skill. Her introductory weekend is one of two that she's been bonus-eligible for since the beginning of Timelines. Due to the rarity of MED primaries, she's far from the worst crew and will contribute on most rosters (especially new players), just don't chase her big base expecting it to carry much value.
Enterprise-E Picard
1
When your character has almost twenty variants, a few duds are expected. A warm shuttle body for Picard events and gauntlet work for the very (very) young roster is about all he's good for.
Grand Nagus Zek
1
Princess Bride joke. Three event features is about as good as it gets for legendary crew, even if you'd just be using Zek to star up a poor card. If/when a Ferengi mega arrives, the Nagus would own the #3 DIP for an entire month. Princess Bride joke. A shuttle pilot starting at 4/5 is the extent of his daily use and with far better DIP options out there, Zek is more like a "break glass in case of Ferengi mega" investment. Princess Bride joke that ties the note together.
Gul Madred
2
This fantastically loathsome villain certainly deserved more power for his part in one of everybody's favorite Trek two-parters. He's among the worse options for arena damage (but you HAVE heard of him) which leaves just the gauntlet as his only real chance for work. He parlays a top 20 SEC roll into a grand total of zero top 20 pairs. Hmm, well, I guess he USED to be good. If you select him for his deliciously hateable role in torturing Jean-Luc, then pray for a future Cardassian mega during which he can perhaps sneak his terrible bases onto a requisition shuttle.
Ilia Probe
It's tough passing on dual 1k bases, but the stars required to tap that potential are usually better spent elsewhere. With her primary as one of the least offered shuttle seats, there are many Faction events where you'll only need one non-bonus option, if any. And for SCI heavy events like those featuring Dax or Burnham, she's likely to be lost in the shuffle of superior options. Android and Romantic traits may briefly pique her value in the future and I would be surprised if she doesn't catch a mega event at some point, but the vast majority of the time her upper limit is a few extra percentage points for daily shuttles. If you want to invest in a SCI option, look for one that offers more flexibility in other areas of the game.
Jazz Musician Odo
1
For a long time, Jazz Odo has been merely a good Super Rare crew. His inclusion in a vanity collection gives him a sliver of value at the behold portal, but considering how little he contributes day to day, I would suggest finishing that collection's reward with honor rather than spend five beholds of value on this Odo. He's ranked for his to-date performance, but several eventable traits give him hope for catching extra event bonuses down the line.
Judge Q
Top 50 proficiency numbers might catch the eye, but they're spread too evenly to present much of a gauntlet punch, especially with few traits to back up the numbers. His SEC base is #1 among Qs (#2 and #3 within 10 points) and like a black unicorn flying across a rainbow, I did actually see him used as a faction share once in a Q event as the best available option. He's probably better deployed in the arena. +9 EV with respectable passive numbers activates fast enough and lasts long enough for almost any battle.
Kai Opaka
1
The DIP/CMD gauntleteers (where the Kai ranks 6th) face stiffer competition than any other pair which is a blessing and a curse - competition is fierce, but there's no dominant "wall" crew that can't be caught napping. Her only chance at contributing beyond that very narrow window would seem to be something along the lines of a Bajoran event.
Layna
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Layna, I'm begging, darling, please. With desolate event chances tied solely to traits, her bases are likely to be stuck hauling the odd daily shuttle and even then, not until higher star counts given the ubiquity of DIP characters. Her shot at earning a roster spot falls mainly on her voyage contributions. The DIP/SCI pairing is not at all uncommon, but above average numbers will earn her at least some play unless you’ve targeted the numerous similar skill sets from top voyagers. On ships, her 30% attack speed ability is the maximum amount available in game, but more than likely activates too late to give it time to make a difference.
Lissan
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A late 2018 Andorian standalone event gave Lissan and her kind a glimmer of hope, though it was more than likely a flash in the pan. Her 1100+ base is quite adequate for event work, but with traits that would seem to support spotty weekend relevance at best. On the daily use front, she leverages two fairly even proficiencies into a top three gauntlet pair. We like to see at least one big roll for our gauntlet crew to pick up wins against odd combos and 1-for-2s, but when her traits align, she's usable as a 5th gauntlet crew.
Loque'eque Sato
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Professor Sato's much heralded arrival and domination of the DIP scene put a big dent in the vast majority of Loque'eque's appeal. Sato's events aren't frequent enough to carry any cards to value on their own and Loque'eque's DIP is not quite high enough to be special. She'll still perform fine for that once a year event, but is little more than a part-time daily shuttle pilot.
Lt Commander La Forge
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Unfortunately, the most notable thing about this Geordi is a dead last voyage total among 3-skill crew. Offering 700 points fewer than a top 40 crew is a significant chunk of stats and means that despite a nice skill set, you shouldn't be choosing him with the expectation of bolstering your voyages. But he can still perform for events with a few stars under his belt. A variant-best SCI and workable ENG gives him event consideration a few times per year.
Maid Marian
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The ultimate "process over results" card. Even though she snuck into two recent mega events (one only after DB added traits to over a dozen crew just to make the event viable), a crew can have traits on the weekend, but that don't make 'em good. She may indeed catch more handfuls of bonuses, but as we're learning, trying to bet on specific traits for events can be a fool's errand. Until the Dabo wheel of events calls her number, she offers extremely poor return on investment for daily play and her best perk remains a spot in a vanity collection.
Minuet
Nearly indistinguishable from Changeling Founder, and thus ranked alongside her. If you covered up the name plates, it would be hard to tell the difference. Even in the arena, she's similarly usable as a quick defensive option. If you've heard good things about her anywhere but the gauntlet or ships before, it's only because she was performing with a star advantage over other crew thanks to her Mega event.
Miranda Jones
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Pre-Pulaski smoke show Jones has a reputation beyond what she's earned. None of her numbers are even average and DIP/SCI is not hurting for representation. One of only four traits has activated weekend usefulness (Vulcan) and it's hard to see that happening many more times. If you want her for her gorgeous, tantalizing...dress, I won't argue, but as a Timelines card, she lacks much of an impact.
Mirror Sulu
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Richelieu beware! Finally a usable Sulu. His character picked up its first two events at the end of 2018 and in combination with the mirror trait (#1 SEC), he has some narrow, but impactful event potential when not piloting daily shuttles.
Nyota Uhura
The only thing saving this, and frankly most Uhura variants from the airlock are semi-regular events with an above average Faction rate. You'll never use her otherwise.
One
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Two 1k bases never performed so badly. Even if another Borg mega was guaranteed, you shouldn't invest five stars of behold capital for a crew who offers nothing day to day. A Borg faction and mini-mega early in 2019 should have piqued some interest in their future, but as a to-date performer, One simply falls flat. If you select him because of his wonderful character and episode, cross your fingers for more Borg event action.
Phoenix Cochrane
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Players have gotten years of use out of Zefram's strong ENG base, but as happens over time, it's begun slipping down the ranks. Now dwarfed by three different mega legendaries, its chances for use are shrinking by the week. His strong showing in the pilot mega gave him a spark of life and is a good reminder to acquire traits when possible, but the future is not likely to be as kind to him as the past has been. A great skill set languishes near the bottom of the voyage power ranks and is more of a desperation asset if your roster is overrun with CMD/DIP/SEC. His double collections are a tempting carrot, but poor overall numbers make the trek to five stars less worthwhile than for almost any new option.
Resistance Neelix
Notably ahead of a few 3-skillers for voyages and owner of double 1k bases to possibly earn him some shuttle work, but a DIP/SEC 2-skiller will more realistically eat a crew slot until his event number is called. Double digit traits for possible event work become less impressive when they include Mylean and Talaxian, but he's still likely to catch some mega work down the line. Watch his episode and see if you can figure out how running away and getting shot in the back earns him 1054 SEC.
Rogue Kai Winn
Winn has surprisingly picked up a few events; two of them features for this variant, and an optimist might have an eye toward Bajoran or Villain megas down the line. If you're thinking of using her more than once a year, go read Lissan's strikingly similar profile for daily use. She can handle a little gauntlet work in a super competitive pair, but not much beyond that.
Sheriff of Nottingham Q
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Vash's captor is unlikely to claim much daily work, even with a top 10 CMD roll in the gauntlet, but strong bases among variants and a half dozen events ensures that he's usable twice a year, if nothing else.
Suliban Reed
Poor stats across the board means he's not suitable for your typical daily work. His two areas of use are as shuttle fodder for the rare Reed event (his traits unfortunately don't support many more than that) and as an early game gauntleteer who has a good CMD proficiency, but no ranked pairs.
Surgeon Pulaski
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I'm notoriously tough on non-event 2-skillers which you know Pulaski is when freakin' Chakotay doubles her features. But her MED lead over the former mega Bashir is significant and her total numbers are good enough for some minor voyage opportunities in a depleted MED/SCI stack. But her tumble down the base ranks throughout 2019 is doubly concerning as those now besting her, including former mega Qod, are all competent voyagers to boot. Unless you're desperate for a MED base, it's advisable to seek Pulaski's peers who also offer more utility.
The One, Lore
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There's actually a chance for him to find some event work with a few useful traits including Borg, but that's currently all he's good for on your roster beyond the early game. If you need a legendary to finish the Borg collection, don't make it Lore.
The Professor
Voyage power around the top 50 at the time of the first Big Book has dropped tremendously since then as have the ranks of his now embarrassing bases. Unfortunately, the only thing Moriarty really offers most rosters is unrealized event potential via a handful of traits. Not the worst crew statistically, but someone you can easily do without.
The Traveler
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Wesley's creepy friend has had a great run of almost two years and while he's not quite dead in the water, several other options have begun crowding him out. After joining the game as the #1 base ENG, he now finds himself dwarfed by former Megas Ru'afo and Janeway and is nearly equalled by recent Mega Etana Jol. That makes a non-event base far less valuable than it would be in a skill without that sort of ubiquitous competition. With his weekend chances contingent on a lucky trait mega and a daily effectiveness that's sinking fast, Traveler's arrow is firmly pointing down.
Tora Ziyal
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Two usable bases puts her near the top of a couple different traits' 'best of' lists. If/when they crop up, she'll be a valuable weekend resource, but until then she's almost a total dud of an investment. She may pop up on a few voyages out of necessity for very new players due to her MED, but will fade into obscurity in the mid-game and beyond. If you select her as a character choice, you'll be hoping for a Cardassian or Bajoran mega, like the several other racial events that have come before.
Tourist Tucker
I'm experiencing a bit of nIb'poH - we just had this crew last week and his name then was Human Torres. I recommend reading her note and the Sergey and Helena Rozhenko comparison as it's still relevant. In this case, Trip trades in the useful Jury Rigger trait for Casual (not ideal) and his primary, DIP, is continually hammered and the most common "New top X rank!". In most scenarios this is a crew whose bases will make a tangible difference twice a year; just often enough to remind you that he's on your roster. The rest of the time it's advisable to seek investment in crew who offer better power or more utility.
Trader Worf
Somewhat fittingly, Trader Worf lacks any semblance of power. His bases aren't daily use material, but do match up nicely with a solid Worf/Klingon event count that's well into double-digits. Aside from occasional Faction event help, Trader offers a chunk of attack and crit bonus at six seconds in the arena; fast enough to pair with most damage abilities.
UFP President Ra-ghoratreii
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A good stats comparison would ironically be Chancellor Gorkon whose primary base and voyage numbers are both within single digits. It stings a bit to see a gaping hole where his event chances should be since he's carrying such strong bases, but at least they're plenty usable for daily shuttles. Rigatoni's "real feel" voyage ability will disappoint as a DIP primary with his skill set. The raw stats shine through once fused, but will sink like a stone and his voyage combo versatility remains low. With a redundant skill set and no events or peripheral perks to look forward to, try not to be blinded by the stats and think carefully about how much of an upgrade Ravioli would be to your current CMD/DIP/SEC options.
Ushaan Archer
Ushaan's bases are...problematic, but at least in the back half of 2018 DB remembered he exists and gave him a few chances to put them to work on the weekends since. Equally poor are voyage numbers that have a view of several 2-skillers breathing down his neck. His two most useful attributes are relatively marginal - the first being a SEC proficiency just outside the top ten, though capping out at 25% crit and with tons of competition, it doesn't go as far as that implies. Aside from a tough node unlock, his strengths (or lack thereof) make him most valuable as a one star proposition, rather than an actual investment.
Ushaan Shran
Both of Shran's features have overlapped with Andorian events and that number is likely to slow with the Andorian mega behind us. His numbers would need a much rarer skill set to garner any voyage work, which leaves the arena as his chance for a regular contribution.
Above average passive numbers meet six second attack power and even though he needs a number of stars to avoid having to use a supplementary attack crew, Jeffery Combs fans usually have no problem collecting stars on his many wonderful characters.
Above average passive numbers meet six second attack power and even though he needs a number of stars to avoid having to use a supplementary attack crew, Jeffery Combs fans usually have no problem collecting stars on his many wonderful characters.
Anbo-jyutsu Riker
Riker’s event rate has picked up a bit and the era of trait megas could give him usefulness in bursts, but without daily work, he’s an insta-freeze after he helps with a tricky node unlock.
Angel I Riker
Steady Eddy has had at least two variant events each calendar year and triple features. Worth owning for the long haul and rug of love, but no daily contributions.
Arandis
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Who would have thought that a former Miss America would be a part of your geeky roster, strange days. Best DIP/CMD shuttle pilot would be her top accolade if it weren't for a trait set low on potential. As bonus pools for her traits balloon out of control, Arandis will likely be forgotten in cryostasis. Should you end up with a complete set of four she might get a small amount of work on shuttles whilst the heavy hitters are out on a CMD/DIP voyage but with a non-existent event count don’t expect her to do much more than add another click on the collection count.
Arik Soong
Nearly zero long-term usefulness outside of two event features. Some early game voyage work is available due to his skill set.
Berlinghoff Rasmussen
Max Headroom is an early-mid game performer with a usable SEC base and a SEC/SCI skill set for voyages that has a longer shelf life than most. Q3 2019 brought him his first trait mega, but with a primary base barely inside the top fifteen bonus crew, that’s not the sort of payoff you’d expect for a pricier than average build cost.
Bestselling Author Jake Sisko
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Nearly zero long-term usefulness outside of two event features. Some early game voyage work is available due to his skill set.
C.O.P. Founder Archer
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Nobody's idea of a powerhouse, but +1 Inspiring and an event bonus per year is worth taking over plenty of other super rare choices.
Captain Klaa
His claim to fame is huge +Attack in arena, but twelve seconds is an eternity these days and you have to survive without the cloak he needs for a trigger. The Klingon trait and a trio of event features grants him a shred of long term use elsewhere.
Captain Kurn
Jellico Jr. comes from a great episode, but is really only notable for his arena boop stick. Great offensive passive stats and one of few fast damage crew to boost your accuracy, Kurn may function as a modified Ardra for those who don’t have her yet. He should see perhaps one event per year, but may not make the thaw list with the Klingon bonus pool being as large as it is.
Captain Proton Paris
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He's been featured event crew four times and is over double-digit events, but outside of that he offers nothing aside from an extremely torturous and expensive build. 132 0* holoprograms are needed and you'll likely be replicating multiple 5* items just to shunt him off to stasis. You’ll want him eventually for events, but make sure your inventory can take the hit of his build cost before using behold capital on him.
Captain Sulu
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Craptain Sulu somehow managed to be featured crew twice without his variants being bonus. The Captain's Oath re-run tried to fix that, but Sulu’s variant event count still sits at two and his daily value is in the tank.
Cardassian Kira
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A collection and huge event potential almost saves horrific CMD/DIP/SEC numbers. Almost. This variant should continue to be an event fixture, but she’ll pay back no investment up front, opting to pitch in months (or years) down the line.
Civil War Worf
A SEC base for Worf/Klingon faction events and someone who hogs a crew slot until his event is announced and you level him in the week beforehand. His build is fairly easy if you've run the requisite amount of Klingon/KCA shuttles ahead of time. A 12 second 200% instant damage will keep him relevant on younger rosters, but it’s not too difficult to find a quicker replacement.
Claiborne Chekov
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He may carve out a voyage role extremely early on with his SEC/SCI skill set, but his score sits within spitting distance of the worst 3-skill stat totals. More realistically he’s a once a year event crew who might sneak onto a requisition shuttle and a vanity collection piece.
Colonel Karr
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The Notorious K.A.R.R. is well known for the lowest primary base among super rares and the second worst 3-skill voyage total. But flying under the radar are his +1 Veteran, 65% gauntlet crit trait set paired with a top five CMD roll, and fantastic arena passives. Hold your nose when selecting him for his latter talents.
Commander Dolim
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Dolim’s value used to be lost in the pit of despair, but he’s since picked up a vanity collection and a mega’s worth of events. There’s some wiggle room on future weekend bonuses from traits, but that’s mostly theoretical value at this point. Even though his daily power is abysmal in most corners, a 2019 dabo update added two ships to the pool to help him activate his slow, but powerful arena damage.
Commander Kelby
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Non-event shuttle crew (shields up, red alert!), but a good base ENG and +1 Jury Rigger. Most roads to that collection completion flow through him and he offers a rare 1 second arena initialization for tinkerers to play around with.
Commander Nevesa
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Merely a filler crew whose value stems from the Romulan collection and inconsistent event work. Her first star offers some arena damage off cloak, but is replaceable without too much effort.
Commander Sela
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The third event feature is when we start to take notice, but abysmal bases may be outclassed by small bonus crew in her events. Outside of new player only gauntlet numbers supported by only three traits, she offers help completing the Romulan collection.
Commando Shran
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A spot in the Inspiring collection, but his stats are not. Usable +Attack arena activator for early instant damage friends and one event per year are the only times you might use him.
Cyrus Redblock
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This Pokémon is still a worthy voyager for many early to mid-game rosters, but considering his skill set and deficiencies elsewhere, that’s not a worthwhile payout for an extremely expensive build of 100+ faction items and several 4* components. With a hologram mega in the rear view mirror, his return on investment just walked off the holodeck and disappeared into thin air.
Defiant Commander Worf
Gross stats, though very new players might get a win out of him in the gauntlet. Even if Worf/Klingon events are frequent enough, his bases won't win you any weeks. Great crit values in the arena are undercut by a slower activation time and evasion handicap - there are better options available. His equip list is relatively light on Klingon/KCA faction items if you want to level him the week before his event.
Detective Dixon Hill
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Not a daily use crew by any stretch, simply a collection piece who’s usable in spurts on the weekends. A new television show and some eventable traits will trigger bonuses for him, but his bases may not always make the thaw cost worth it.
Doctor Paul Stubbs
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Hey, champ, what has two thumbs and is totally forgettable? Paul Stubbs. How ya doing? The best we can say is he will be fine as a warm body on a Skirmish ship. Beyond that, SCI and ENG are the bacon-and-eggs skill duo of any Trek scientist-of-the-week, and a handful of nondescript or overloaded traits mean his chances for post-mega work are pretty slim. If you do choose to freeze and forget him, he will nab a spot in the Daystrom Award collection, if you need it. Think of it as your reward to yourself. For patience.
Dr. Toby Russell
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Saved by her skill set, she's merely okay for early game voyages and gauntlet, but will quickly become just another notch on your Physician belt. Considering the ease of that collection, she makes for fine airlock material. How do you like it when someone plays fast and loose with YOUR life, jerk?
Dr. Tolian Soran
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A great performance by Malcolm McDowell wasn’t quite matched in game. Most of his traits are not particularly eventable, leaving his spot in the innovator collection as his likeliest path to relevance. Worth noting are his two features in two separate events. It’s unfortunate that one was an expedition and one during a mega event, but he may pop in that role again in the
future.
future.
Dress Uniform Beverly Crusher
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Big Book janitor and spreadsheet syntax enthusiast Captain Idol lobbied hard for a tier 10 ranking for Bev, which should give you an idea of the sort of stretches of uselessness she potentially offers your roster.
Bev has never been (and likely will never be) an event player - even Whizz kid Wes almost doubles mom's event tally. But despite the thinnest collection value possible, she does own competent bases, a few potentially eventable traits, and theoretical bridge crew status, making her a probably thaw candidate some time in the future when you least expect it.
Bev has never been (and likely will never be) an event player - even Whizz kid Wes almost doubles mom's event tally. But despite the thinnest collection value possible, she does own competent bases, a few potentially eventable traits, and theoretical bridge crew status, making her a probably thaw candidate some time in the future when you least expect it.
Duchamps
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The massive Worf/Klingon/Hologram event count and vanity collection are certainly nice, but his stats and skill set tell the story of a crew whose likely ceiling is as a fourth Faction shuttle seat warmer. No lack of opportunity to excel there, but he has quite an expensive build consisting of over 100 faction items and pricey components. He’s a luxury event pick for the player who has it (almost) all.
Edith Keeler
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Whodathunk Kirk would fall for a 453 DIP base? Her current role is (very) early game gauntlet throw-in and collection fuel, but a couple eventable traits may allow her to bolster your requisition shuttles for a few weeks down the line.
Fesek
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One Ron Canada (what a name) brought to life a loveable/hateable Malon from Voyager who unfortunately is only +1 to a collection. The lure of otherwise useful arena evasion is shot down by an attack handicap leaving his best chance at usability residing in the bowels of a Romantic mega where he’s the top super rare ENG for that trait.
Festive Lwaxana Troi
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Not nearly as fabulous as her dress sense implies. The Diplomat collection and a miniscule event count are all she has to her name. If, like Odo, you’re a secret admirer of hers, pray for that Romantic mega to pop where she’ll contribute two usable-when-bonus bases.
Formal Dress Wesley Crusher
Slim daily value and long term benefits, but he can unlock a handful of nodes and his one outstanding offering is a strong +9 arena EV at 4 seconds.
Gorn Captain
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A middling gauntlet pair among super rare crew will be stomped at every turn by superior legendary options. The vast majority of his value lies in the Veteran collection and some unforeseen trait event action.
Hologram Barclay
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Holo-barc lives in the ugly middle ground between inconsistent events and stats not suitable for daily use. His collection spot comprises the bulk of his value and you’re waiting for either Barclay or Hologram trait events to squeeze some value out of two usable-when-bonus bases.
KDF Gowron
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Abysmal numbers across the board including just a couple traits and event chances that are sure to peter out. Don't attempt equipping him without having run plenty of KCA and Klingon shuttles ahead of time. He’s almost pure collection fodder who should be low on the leveling priority list.
Kilana
The anti-Swiss army knife, Kilana is known for her Dominion/DIP node unlock and can then be frozen for a few future Dominion/trait events. She's snagged a second mega event, but with the likes of Clone and Vorta as her untapped traits, she's riding an event pace that's sure to slow dramatically.
Klingon Quark
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An impressive event count between three features, Quark events, and several trait opportunities, but only his DIP base (637) is usable and not all that impressive. With pathetic numbers across the board and the common skill set, he won't immediately pay off a very expensive build consisting of a mish-mash of Klingon and Ferengi faction items, 70 Klingon house crests, and the highest chroniton requirement of 4* crew. You'll eventually want him for the Ferengi collection and a load of event work, but getting him to FF/FE just to shove him into the freezer is a calculated venture for rosters that have resources to burn. If not for his legendarily irritating build cost, he would be a plus investment for most players.
Kurros
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Kurros is a hell of a story teller, but his stats tell the true tale of limited use. Arena evasion better than his is not hard to find and although he has a handful of trait event possibilities, his thawpertunities will be erratic and undependable. Consider him +1 to an increasingly easy collection with a few events as a possible perk.
Laas
Solid voyage numbers are a bit more noticeable thanks to two event features where you can snag him fully fused, but his SCI base used to be a better option and will likely struggle to find a seat with increased competition from the likes of several Discovery crew. A "use" crew if you can star him up early, but risky long term benefits since he doesn’t get a cut of the Dominion event pie and needs his traits to trigger weekend work. A somewhat tricky node unlock gives him niche early game use - just don’t expect many thaws once you’ve starred him up and completed his fairly expensive build.
Lore
His best (and perhaps only) use for most players is as arena evasion on a 1 second initialization. Note that he is not a Data variant and as such has only had two event bonuses to date (Android) outside of his features.
Lucien
As with a lot of voyage-only crew, Lucien is someone to keep on side mostly for the cool factor. Although he brings handy voyage numbers to the table, by the time you star him up, you won't need them. He clearly lacks in all other areas except the possibility of a couple trait megas where he’ll probably be flying your requisition shuttles. You know what they say - the Devil finds work for idle hands.
M-113 Creature
A statistically above average crew, but without long-term benefits to look forward to, his expensive build may not be worth it for all players. A laundry list of required items from five different factions and 3* components out the wazoo. Situationally useful instant damage in arena. Check to make sure he will be an upgrade for you before selecting or leveling him.
Malik
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Average stats torpedoed by his skill set. He may find some voyage work for players weaker in SEC, but he's likely just +1 Engineered with a shot at one event per year.
Maquis Ro Laren
She won’t be impressed by your degree from The University of Phoenix Online, in fact ‘impressive’ might not even be in Ro’s vocabulary. Although traits have perked up her event count recently and we might be able to count on Maquis or Bajoran down the line, her mediocrity in all other areas limits her to luxury or collector piece only.
Mirror Ezri Tigan
There was a time when the joining of Dax and Mirror events would have made us weak in the knees, but time has not been kind to Ezri’s bases. Even now, in the midst of what is likely her last chance for a multi-week impact in the Scoundrel mega, her upper limit is probably requisition shuttle for many rosters.
Mirror Leeta
Your garden variety filler card with a dash of power creep, though she offers more than meets the eye. A hefty chunk of crit rating at four seconds with better than average passive stats for the arena is probably her most useful daily attribute. Top 1/3rd voyage numbers are good enough to crack into many players' rotation, even in the common skill set. But if you need an excuse to take the high heeled heel, bank on her modest number of traits which should continue to produce weekend bonuses. Not bad for Chase Masterson’s easiest paycheck.
Mirror Uhura
Main cast crew with the mirror trait (and the accompanying Terran Empire/Brutal) always have at least a bit of value. Tack on a couple event features and she's a usable, if uninspiring, cryo vault thaw candidate. Also notable are usable arena acc/crit and a middling gauntlet pair for her only chances at daily use.
Mirror Vic Fontaine
Vic’s above average mix of base and trait count is not as useful as it appears. Two megas have propped up just three variant events to create an event count that is not a reliable indicator for forward-thinking players. He’s okay as a luxury pick for established rosters, but will go through huge stretches of irrelevance.
Mother Horta
With extremely limited event/shuttle/voyage opportunities, you're really just looking at a good-not-great SEC proficiency for the gauntlet and a far more useful eight second instant damage in the arena. Very sweet that she has the Caregiver trait...D'awww.
Professor Scott
Poor voyage numbers, poor event count, poor Scotty. His highlight, an ENG base near 800, will almost never find bonus work and his aforementioned shortcomings undercut a useful skill set. The Doohan faithful may have to hope for a trait mega to rectify what DB stubbornly refuses to. His niche +EV/instant damage in arena is available, but accompanied by poor passive stats and a slow start time.
Q Junior
Demonstrating less than exemplary Q-ness, Qunior is a shuttle pilot with the notoriety of being the only card in the game with the Brat trait. +1 Immo for all but the most anaemic or particularly young of rosters.
Resistance Shakaar
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Lucky to escape the drawing board with the Veteran trait, Shakaar’s ~800 CMD base is reliant on stray trait (mega) events, such as the mid 2019 Bajoran weekend. Even his lone tangible benefit, the Veteran trait, qualifies him for one of the easier collections to complete which includes four previous mega event crew.
Stranded Odo
His stats are not abysmal, but just won't cut it in most cases considering his skill set. His best chance to be useful is, of course, some mix of Odo/Changeling/Bajoran events.
Taresian Kim
We had a scare when Captain Kim made us think that his character might have decent representation going forward, but DB set things right and sent Kim back to the shadow realm. With the card art being his most menacing attribute and a flaccid skill set, this is a crew you’ll forget about until you search your cryo vault the week before an event. Kim’s arena evasion is his only particularly notable attribute, but with six second burst crew lurking and a growing number of Kraytons cruising around, his eight second initialization may be too slow for the Admiral division moving forward.
Thot Gor
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His time in the sun came and went during the Dominion mega (#4 Dominion CMD), but if you didn’t have him, then you weren’t missing much. An unimpressive base CMD and voyage score that just doesn’t play with his skill set make this cookie cutter crew more of a hassle than he’s really worth. Depending on your luck with Dilemmas, you may need to spend some campaign citations to unlock his best offering; a spot in the Diplomat collection.
Tommy Gun Dixon
1
Look, sweetheart, you're gunna want this fella. Maybe not today and maybe not tomorrow. But soon...and for the rest of your life. Only a few crew can unlock a particular SEC/Investigator node and if you missed former mega Thrax, then Dix might be your best option. He's recently found a home in a vanity collection, but his voyage numbers and skill set are not helpful, nor is what he brings to the gauntlet and arena. While his event count is a nice perk, there are so many Picard versions floating around that his primary, SEC, comes in 7th among variants. His impending television show should help out his weekend chances to sneak onto a fourth or requisition shuttle.
Tourist Reed
Perhaps the epitome of genericness. Sporting no collections, a bland ship ability, uninspiring bases, and a voyage total that doesn’t even try to impress, Reed’s goofy art is about all that’s notable about this filler fella. His event count is equally mediocre and it’s tied to the least popular Trek series. He might pop for a romantic mega down the line, but that’s likely to be his last multi-week help to your roster.
Tuskegee Mayweather
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His 800+ ENG base is noteworthy, but it's hard to get excited about someone who offers almost nothing else aside from two events per year (traits included) Luckily, he was featured twice alongside two great crew - RAF O'Brien and Aviator Yar. Were another rerun to take place, he can help you score some premium legendary ENG crew.
Vic Fontaine
Three Vic events (two features) within the span of a year should have turned a few heads and a trait melange hints at further thawpertunities in the future. There’s no reason for him to hang around outside of cryo between bonuses, but if his arena ability is to be believed, the best is yet to come.
Vice Admiral Dougherty
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Oh hi, Admiral Ross, I didn’t hear you come in. +1 Diplomat and a strong CMD base are all that distinguish this cookie cutter, pack only silver fox from total obscurity. Dougherty out.
Warship Chakotay
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His event chances picked up big time at the 2018/2019 turn, but hard to say if it was a blip on the radar. His stats are generally too poor for daily use, but a slew of traits and usable-when-bonus SEC will highlight his name on occasion. A nice, though not essential pickup for the Veteran collection.
Wedding Day Quark
1
They say that a rose smells as sweet by any other name. Well, this particular rose stinks, even with his new moniker. A nearly carbon copy of Klingon Quark, Wedding Day Quark hails from a fun episode, but brings none of that joy with him. With marginally better bases than his doppelganger, and roughly the same event eligibility, he’ll bump your shuttle successes by a few percent, but otherwise keep him out of the way for +1 Ferengi.
Zahl Ambassador
1
For a character whose contribution to the Trekverse boils down to “Go, racers, go!”, it’s only fitting that his card is equally dull. Most of us need an average DIP shuttler like we need another hole in our head, but if you find yourself without having the Diplomat collection complete, then the Ambassador is at least worth an hour of tap tap taparoo to acquire. Take him for the +1 and some niche arena work, but if you’re expecting more, I’m afraid that, well...That’s Zahl, Folks!
Tier 10
Admiral Cartwright
Brock's gunna getcha! It seems just about time for one of those off the wall trait megas and Gambler or Saboteur (of wooden shoe origin - thanks, Valeris) would make Admiral Arrestthosemen relevant for a brief period. Until that happens, relevant he is not and not worth the behold equity.
Ambassador Soval
2
Let's not bury the lede - arena evasion at one second is the only notable thing about a crew who is, aptly, dry as Vulcan. But needing a full contingent of stars just to protect a small credit investment doesn't make Soval worth the behold capital. Vulcan and a handful of untapped event traits aren't supported by bases strong enough to justify selecting him for that area either.
Captain Morgan Bateson
His numbers don't have a semblance of a pulse anymore, and there's seemingly only one shot at contributing here. It's not hard to see a second repeat of his event feature, perhaps giving you an easy way to snag a star on a rather bad card, but going by his traits, that's the upper limit of his chances at relevance. If you select him, it's only because he's motherfuckin' Frasier Crane.
Captain Rachel Garrett
1
With CMD/SCI having blown up in frequency and potency in 2019 (recurring 5* Tenavik says hello), Garrett will struggle to find voyage work on all but the most barren of rosters. Traits (including invisible ones) have graced her with half a dozen events, but it’s hard to see many more in the future.
Captain Scott
1
He's got one skill - no one should be surprised at learning he's a bad card, but he's certainly not the worst card. He has a few notable offerings while some cards can't even claim one good attribute. Scotty's primarily an arena and Skirmish asset who hits the trifecta of strong boost (+9 accuracy), fast activation (4 sec), and the best passive stats in the game. Heaps and oodles of crit, accuracy, and evasion make him formidable there, even with a single star. Much like gauntleteers, if you want to snag one copy of him to boost your Skirmish game, that value beats out a handful of other deadbeats.
Captain Silva La Forge
Have you ever seen those composite photos where they blur a hundred different faces together and the result is vaguely attractive, but completely generic? Double 1k bases and a big CMD proficiency look useful at a glance, but rest assured that they are not. With few eventable traits, her introductory weekend is likely to be one of the very few event bonuses she'll ever catch, and her bases just aren't good enough to be useful otherwise. The proficiency numbers don't translate into any ranked pairs and are easily thwarted by many common gauntleteers. Even down to her items (Silva's Uniform, Silva's Combadge), every molecule of this card is stock standard and not someone that you want to target to upgrade any part of your game.
Commodore Robert April
1
His daily numbers aren't the worst, but when a crew debuts with middling stats, you know they won't age well. There's nothing remarkable about April aside from a massive arena attack ability, which, in combination with an accuracy handicap and not coming online until ten seconds, many players will eschew in favor of faster damage crew. With how little love The Animated Series receives, you may not ever notice April's presence on your roster.
Dr. Soong
1
Don't let the skills fool you; his usage is among the worst in the game. ENG/SCI looks helpful for new players, but for voyages he's within 100 points of super rare crew despite a star advantage and his bases don't begin to beat out solid 4/4s until he has four stars himself. Soong's two event features, should they be re-run, will serve to help you win more copies of a bad card. His gauntlet pair has vanished from the ranks and leaves behind only a month or two of usability for brand new accounts.
Frederick La Rouque
Ye Olde Dukat is a collector's piece. Two-skillers are not worthy voyagers in the majority of situations, meaning they have to bring it elsewhere. Unfortunately, Freddy falls short across the board. His lone notable attribute, a good shuttle pair, is missing its dance partner; events. This leaves him mopping up in some daily shuttle duty where, if you don't worship at the church of Our Lady of Tanked Shuttles, he might bump up your success rate by a few percent. With one of his mega punch cards used up, 'Gambler' is his only shot at future relevance.
In the crew eval game (humor me), we often compare crew to rock climbing; you want to maintain three points of contact with the rock to make sure you don't go tumbling down. Considering all the areas where he doesn't contribute, Mr. La Rouque is lightly brushing the cliff with one finger as he plummets to earth, making him a worse climber than Captain Kirk on holiday.
In the crew eval game (humor me), we often compare crew to rock climbing; you want to maintain three points of contact with the rock to make sure you don't go tumbling down. Considering all the areas where he doesn't contribute, Mr. La Rouque is lightly brushing the cliff with one finger as he plummets to earth, making him a worse climber than Captain Kirk on holiday.
General Chang
1
It's a shame that Christopher Plummer's fantastic on-screen performance wasn't matched in game. Beyond the very early game, the only thing to do for the man whose name sounds like a mashup of local Chinese restaurants is to wait for the next Klingon event.
Grilka
Grilka almost makes me feel bad for Quark - I wouldn't even let her on my ship. The only thing of note about her is the #6 Klingon DIP base and if you're really in love with the card then cross your fingers for a February Romantic mega event.
Helmsman Wyatt
Like our good buddy Vargas, 6-pack Wyatt checks all the wrong boxes for crew. Not main cast, poor traits, two skills... His notable avenue for value, arena instant damage, has become little more than an eyebrow raiser as Wyatt joins over a dozen other crew who fill the same role at eight seconds or better; many without Wyatt's trigger restriction.
This card is definitely punching above his weight class with a hefty command base and if you can slingshot yourself around the sun back to 2018's Pilot mega to plug him into a shuttle for a few days, by all means. Otherwise, leave this one to the collectors and head to the forums to complain about the degradation of the prestige of legendary crew.
This card is definitely punching above his weight class with a hefty command base and if you can slingshot yourself around the sun back to 2018's Pilot mega to plug him into a shuttle for a few days, by all means. Otherwise, leave this one to the collectors and head to the forums to complain about the degradation of the prestige of legendary crew.
Inglatu
Weekday pack filler for the whales to chase. I may have egg on my face when the Dosi mega rolls around, but until then you're better off taking stars for another DIP option with broader usability.
Joseph Sisko
His gumbo sure is smellin' good, but it's the rest of this card that stinks. Poor Grandpa Joe doesn't collect event appearances from his son or grandson and his bases barely crack 1k when fused. Even a respectable DIP proficiency gets stomped by the likes of Surak and Locutus in his only ranked gauntlet pair. Leave this card to the collectors.
Lenara Kahn
Kahn (no relation) is in trouble. With one of her three traits already tapped for mega action and another one likely too large to be called upon, Lenara is little more than a naked base. The first non-Dax Trill may signal an expansion of that subset of characters (Odan, oh boy!), or it may be a blip on the radar. With only a hair slow arena ability to offer on the periphery, she's at the mercy of a painfully thin trait set to give her periods of relevance.
Lt. JG Palmer
Palmer's usability is fitting for her on screen role, but not the inspiring woman who played her. Anaemic traits more or less limit the Lieutenant to daily shuttle pilot (#1 'ENG and SCI') outside of an Explorer mega - a trait that was on a previous survey, but perhaps not very likely. There's no gauntlet work in sight and a combination of low boost and slow-ish activation make her arena hull repair a tough pill to swallow as well. Even if you're ENG deficient, this is a card best left to collectors.
Maras
🎵Dancing Queen...young and green...such a libertine.🎵 That's not a hue of envy, it's nausea. To cut to the chase, this crew absolutely sucks. Her selling points are the Green Girls' ensemble and some superfluous shuttle ranking for the...Orion mega? She's only had as many event bonuses as she has legs, which is surprisingly not two. The trait mega era will give some duds brief periods of relevance (usually only for six days), but beyond that she should really only be rostered for the sweet bridge crew pictures you share with friends.
Mugato
Weekday pack filler who's poor in almost every area. The one number which piques interest is a #6 CMD/SEC gauntlet pair, but it's buried behind walls of Kahless/Mirror JLP and is accompanied by a poor trait set.
One Zero Zero One
You can find something nice to say about every crew in the game. Almost every crew. Not a single stray event, no middling gauntlet pair, no shot at voyage work here. In fact, the Bynar pair sits outside the top ten super rare voyagers which is something that among legendary crew only one-skill Captain Scott can claim. The only remotely usable attribute this card has is +9 arena EV at six seconds (short duration). Fusing cards to create a legendary has long been requested and is a neat concept, but whether or not you think mashing up all those poor super rares to produce a legendary is worth it, in this case it is not. This is the worst legendary crew in the game.
Orion Vina
This 60s bombshell may have some untapped potential with a couple eventable traits, but if we're going by track record, she's simply a non-event shuttle crew who doesn't come online for an established roster before 4/5.
Portal 63
Portal 63 teaches us a valuable lesson; if a crew debuts with mediocre stats, they ain't going to get better. Only fifteen months removed from his release, Portal is mired in a set of poor stat ranks and quickly sinking lower. His three traits severely limit any chance to snag a stray event bonus and almost any new event reward will perform better on your roster. A four second arena activator is mildly interesting, but his poor passive stats somewhat undercut the crit bonus from his ability and can be found elsewhere in a more substantial amount.
Senator Vreenak
2
No, I won't say it. And Vreenak isn't a fake, though perhaps underpowered. We're unlikely to see too many Senator or Tal Shiar events, so if you're looking to put his stats to work, you're banking on Romulan events, of which there's only been one standalone. For more such weekends in the future, he's the #2 Romulan DIP behind the far more useful Romulan Picard. He's really more of a character choice, but at least he hits two collections if you take him to max for sentimental reasons.
Sergey and Helena Rozhenko
1
They were adorable on the show, but are more of a pet project in game. If you're investing in a 2-skill crew, they have to be useful outside of voyages, but with zero events to date and no stat sniffing elite, these two are better left pestering Chief O'Brien about the Enterprise specs and diagrams.
Shinzon
The Romulan mega (and subsequent standalone event) came and went, leaving Shinzon high and dry. In fact, with only four traits, two of them the esoteric Clone and Reman, the only possible chance for his awful bases to find work would seem to be a stray Villain (mega) event. CMD/DIP/SEC crew already have a hard enough time finding voyage work and as the second worst voyage total with that skill set, Shinzon comes up empty there too.
His only real use is as arena damage. His passives are fairly strong, but a weak attack boost and a 14 second initialization time means that you'll need to pull off some trickery to survive that long and it can't be by cloaking, which he needs as an activator. Good luck.
His only real use is as arena damage. His passives are fairly strong, but a weak attack boost and a 14 second initialization time means that you'll need to pull off some trickery to survive that long and it can't be by cloaking, which he needs as an activator. Good luck.
Tosk
An eclectic trait set is Groot's strength as it's already triggered a half dozen event bonuses with, perhaps, room for more. But aside from photos of a few shuttle rides with O'Brien to share among your fleet, there's little to no practical value here.
Vargas
1
He may hate chili powder, but how else is Tuco going to stay warm through those frosty nights on AR-558? A pair of 1100+ bases could make a splash if he gets lucky, but with a handful of bloated or generic traits, Vargas is best left as an episode-driven collector's piece. Hefty arena attack represents a shred of value elsewhere, though most space battles involving the Krayton are over before he can activate.
Agent Harris
Crew with a trio of event features are usually worth snagging at some point, even if featured alongside the likes of Anij and the Grand Nagus. If those are the sorts of crew you’re looking to collect or you just want the good ol’ 500th strongest voyager in the game (there’s no door prize for that), Harris is your man. One or two traits may pop for future weekends, particularly Section 31, but he’ll need several more Galaxy features to pay back whatever you’d spend to level him.
Amanda Grayson
Brutally ineffective in every area of the game. Not worth a crew slot unless you’re playing collector. If her debut event is re-run, it would be the very first time for any mega event weekend.
Anij
Welcome to the Romantic mega waiting room. Help yourself to a bagel and please note that, yes, time does indeed move more slowly here. While you’re waiting, Anij’s gauntlet pair (top ten among all crew) or arena evasion at five seconds may help out newer rosters, but her value falls off a cliff as you leave the early game.
Automated Unit 3947
He's one of about 40 crew who can unlock a few Science nodes, but realistically has no business being on a roster unless you're a collector escorting him to cryostasis. If you're particularly deficient in the early game of ENG or SCI, he'll be glad to be of service for a short time, but Nahasapeemapetilon here says 'Thank you, don't come again'.
Cadet Wesley Crusher
Averaging less than an event per year qualifies him for the dreaded "non-event 2-skiller" category. With no collections or daily work to save him, he's worse crew than his skill set and average bases suggest. If you have him on your roster from voyages or a straight pack drop, you’ll be crossing your fingers for his only vaguely eventable trait, Prodigy, to make its first appearance. Before you freeze him, have him unlock a node for you.
Captain John Harriman
adj. - having no ability or skill in a specified activity or area. "He can't even tie his shoes. He's completely Captain John Harriman." Synonyms: incompetent, ineffective, worthless, ineffectual, incapable, inept, inadequate, hopeless, weak, bad, no good.
Commander Shelby
A fan favourite character sadly destined to be forgotten about. DB was playing it far too safe with this aspiring commander and as a result there is little to be redeemed from either her stats or her traits. Snap her back to being a first year cadet or suffer her smug grin taking up a potential useful slot in your roster. Shelby, you’re in my way...
Commander Uhura
This particular variant was featured event crew for a recent Galaxy event, with many players lamenting how awful she was with a 10x bonus and some saying that they didn’t even use her. That was her absolute best case scenario.
Danara Pel
1
Danara is saved by her collection spot (and the Dashing Doc), but it's one of the easiest ones to complete. Her Hologram-boosted event count is somewhat deceiving; she’s most likely to make a real impact only if her event feature is re-run again.
Demora Sulu
“I was never that young.” No, you were younger - and more useful. Sulu supplied her sole sweet spot to close out 2018, but with a list of thoroughly crowded and uneventable traits, that’s likely to be her last chance to help you outside of a Pilot/SEC node unlock.
Doctor Chapel
1
A good-not-great MED proficiency roll is far less useful than it appears - try fighting with one arm tied behind your back. Her collection doesn't require all the super rare crew (let alone any legendaries) to complete. Her arena evasion might be usable if you can overcome the accuracy handicap, but there are fistfuls of crew who can do the same job without it.
Feezal Phlox
The skill set is going to look useful on the behold screen, but Feezal is not. Current 1/5 event reward crew are going to blow past her on voyages leaving her with a sole notable attribute - the outside chance of a Romantic event/mega, where she would have the #3 SCI base among super-rares.
Fencing Sulu
He can move some hot Rolexes, but he’s not capable of helping out your roster very much. Sulu’s averaging a fraction of an event per year and has already tapped into what was likely his first, last, and only eventable trait. With lacklustre metrics at every turn, the best that can be said of him is about his cheap cost to equip for collectors.
Fierce Guinan
The only super rare variant of Guinan and, unfortunately, the least impressive of them all. If you earn her first copy from achievements, it’s perhaps best to leave her unclaimed for a little while until you net another star from voyages or have campaign citations to burn. Saddled with bad bases and vaguely uneventable traits, this imp will contribute little in the long run outside of 65% gauntlet crit in everybody’s favorite ‘Guinan Gauntlet’ - and even then, usually amongst walls of her much bigger sisters. She’s a Ron Popeil special - just freeze and forget if you luck out or pay the price to fuse.
Forra Gegen
His skill set will look juicy at the behold screen, but his usefulness is swirling the drain. The most notable attribute here is a chunk of arena crit rating at three seconds, but you can and will find better shipboard options before too long.
GI Chakotay
Cap’n Miller has the honorific of owning the lowest base of any super rare - 200 DIP. And he took lessons from Judge Q on how to turn a big proficiency total into some mediocre gauntlet pairs. But Chakotay events are picking up (relatively) and this variant does have a trait smörgåsbord for future mega action, including having already hit on one. No promises that any of them trigger in the future, or that Chakotay doesn’t retreat to his event slumber, but if you need a reason to roll the dice in a garbage behold, the handsome American GI may prove thaw-worthy.
Lieutenant Arex Na Eth
His only daily value is good arena evasion with fine passive stats, but it comes online about four seconds too late. With poor numbers everywhere else, you’ll be hoping for a continuation of the trait event train to tap into one of a couple options he has remaining.
Lieutenant Tarah
An arena attack boost at four seconds never gets a mention thanks to its accuracy handicap, leaving a strong SEC base as her sole talking point. Andorian is the eye-catching trait, accounting for five of her events, but she has a couple others which are in the bonus pool size range for off-the-wall mega events, even if they don’t appear eventable at a glance. If the Plakson faithful want her, you’re taking Tarah on the back of a gun and a prayer for a future mega to justify thawing her.
Lon Suder
Suder doesn’t belong on any active rosters and if you’re looking for a reason to snag a great on-screen character, you’ll be looking to the Circle of Traits which seeks to bring all crew to relevance sooner or later. Although Brutal is the only one which has triggered a bonus to date, the Wheel of Megas is a fickle mistress and if he does end up snagging a month’s reprieve from cryo, Suder’s two usable-when-bonus bases should be fine for at least requisition shuttles, thanks to some shallow pools of crew who share his traits.
Lt. Ilia
In some alternate universe, finding value from this delightful Deltan would be the actual Kobayashi Maru. In the past, we've hawked the Romantic trait like we're on commission, but now worn by crew numbering well intro triple digits (and far bigger than any event bonus pool to date), we're giving that trait a Viking burial until and unless DB pulls a White Rabbit out of their hats.
Lacking any statistically unique or useful offering (yea, we've looked at the 2-skill voyage metrics) and with a painfully thin trait set, your pack pulling Persis-tence will be rewarded with a one-way ticket to cryostasis.
Lacking any statistically unique or useful offering (yea, we've looked at the 2-skill voyage metrics) and with a painfully thin trait set, your pack pulling Persis-tence will be rewarded with a one-way ticket to cryostasis.
Luther Sloan
Now in the era of trait megas, Sloan is looking a bit better than he had previously. Still not a daily use option, he’ll be banking on one of a few traits to trigger another chunk of event bonuses. Half of his current event total comes from Section 31, which has had an event in each calendar year and may provide more thawpertunities down the line.
Maquis Eddington
Instant ship damage for one star can be useful for a brand new player, but the accompanying stats (both in the arena and overall) simply aren't good enough. Of his three traits, only one appears vaguely eventable and giving up the space and resources to have him help out your requisition shuttles for a few days will never be a good investment.
Martia
Move over B'Elanna, we have a new definition of volatile. Martia erupted for three consecutive mega events in mid-2019 to tredecuple (I looked it up) her event count. Her trait mélange, which should include Brutal for the build cost, may have room for even more, but we're talking about a crew who was valuable for one of the 146 prior weekends and offers zero daily utility. If you want to be forward thinking in your roster building, Martia is fine as a ticking trait bomb choice against other bad options, but should never be a behold priority.
Michael Sullivan
His fingernails seem a bit ragged for a Bartender...and his MED a bit high. But his only chances to use it in the future would seem to be Hologram events and/or a Romantic mega - the latter of which has a pool of crew which may have ballooned too big to be of any use. Be a lad and give him fair haven in your cryostasis vault.
Miral Torres
Her value hangs by a thread - that thread being the Klingon trait. Outside of a potential 2x event bonus once or twice per year, she's just +1 immortalized count for those who like to play collector. And with Klingon diplomacy having double digit options with better stats, she’s just not worth the investment.
Mirror Archer
Double digit events for an Archer?! What is this, the Mirror Universe? Actually, yea. And even though two previous megas have inflated his event count, M’Archer may be able to call on a few more traits down the line to “highlight” a pair of mediocre bases for your requisition shuttles. He’s not suitable for daily use, but will likely be a name to consider for the odd event here and there.
Mirror Empress Sato
We’re doing a kindness listing the voyage score for the worst CMD/DIP/SEC super rare voyager in the game, but it doesn’t belong as a tool on your roster, nor her boarding damage or weak gauntlet numbers. The Empress also had the misfortune of two overlapping Sato and Mirror events, not that it would have made a huge difference. Her DIP is still good enough to pop for one or two event shuttles per year, but a Professor in the hand is worth 2.18 in the Mirror Universe.
Mirror Sisko
The universe has a cruel sense of humor to give so many events to the likes of this guy. Sisko’s bases are a joke and his untapped traits may have bonus pools that are too large for future mega consideration, leaving his value to limp along on variant events only. It’s hard to ignore the sheer number of events he’s qualified for so far, but that pace is likely to slow significantly moving forward.
One Zero
Let’s make one thing clear ↓ And as choices for the first 4* fusion to form a unique 5* go ↓ Unfortunately, this is not the same as making them good. ↓ and that rule holds just as true here. ↓ they are quite simply bad. ↓ which bizarrely means that the Bynars actually work better on their own than as a pair. ↓ and even then, only the freezer of the most devout collector. In fact, one could say that this entry is a perfect metaphor for the Bynars ↓.
Orion Slaver
Big Show’s lone feature came during a mega event, of which none have been re-run to date. If you’re considering him in a behold because he has three skills, don’t. Any current event legendary at 1/5 or super rare at 4/4 offers hundreds more voyage points than Slaver does. His traits are depressing for event possibilities and voyage antimatter and he provides no peripheral perks.
Rigel VII Vina
1
In an endeavour to get Captain Pike’s torpedo to launch, Rigel Vina is another bit of Talosian trickery. But not even Roddenberry’s legendary soft lens could convince us to blow our (dilithium) load on this crew. Without any interesting gauntlet/arena/collection considerations that normally save other two-skillers, Vina’s packing only four traits with bloated crew pools which may put weekend relevance out of reach. Even if her dress sense were to convince DB to count her for Lwaxana events, this is not a crew who can justify her spot on your roster.
Saowin
Listen, if you are going up against George Costanza you had better have the power to back it up with. Blue meanie certainly does have a numerical advantage over other crew in his class, however they are not quite in the right areas to provide any meaningful difference over other, better crew.
He potentially has some use in shuttles on the incredible rare chance that one of his four traits might theoretically appear in an event sometime in the future. But then he would be fighting for a seat over both Graduation and Prospect Burnham who sequentially are more powerful and feature much more often. He’s a less useful Feezal Phlox, an inferior Indignant Seven, a vastly terrible...well, you get the idea.
He potentially has some use in shuttles on the incredible rare chance that one of his four traits might theoretically appear in an event sometime in the future. But then he would be fighting for a seat over both Graduation and Prospect Burnham who sequentially are more powerful and feature much more often. He’s a less useful Feezal Phlox, an inferior Indignant Seven, a vastly terrible...well, you get the idea.
Seamus
Let's be honest here, in the future when you look back at all the great characters to grace your crew roster, the strange Irish hologram brandishing his book of "Faerie Magick" is one probably best forgotten, much like the episode he hails from.
His obscurity matches his rankings and he sports an incredibly lacklustre DIP/SEC combination with voyage numbers too deep in the drink to even consider talking about. He sold his decent traits for another bottle of booze and sits in the long queue of DIP crew waiting for a seat on a shuttle that will never come. Saints preserve us and send him on his way.
His obscurity matches his rankings and he sports an incredibly lacklustre DIP/SEC combination with voyage numbers too deep in the drink to even consider talking about. He sold his decent traits for another bottle of booze and sits in the long queue of DIP crew waiting for a seat on a shuttle that will never come. Saints preserve us and send him on his way.
Silik
Event chances shouldn't be taken for granted in the era of the trait mega events and Silik's CMD base would be fine to thaw for event shuttles. But with zero usefulness in other areas of the game, his value floor is so low that he may not even be worth the cost to immortalize for many players.
Solbor
Somehow he's garnered five past event bonuses from three esoteric traits; I guess you CAN squeeze water from a stone. The craziest part is, he'll probably pop back up for a month down the line as the top Bajoran super rare DIP. Solbor is as freeze-and-forget as they come and may not be worth a behold for non-collectors, even if his marginal trait set yields a sliver of future event potential.
Tarquin
1
The herald of the Delphic Expanse collection may be the only intriguing attribute about this crew. He lacks event chances or raw statistical power, offering merely a chunk of arena crit bonus until you find stronger and faster options.
Transporter Chief Rand
A card that resembles her prowess at transporter techniques, this Tuesday wonder is less a useful card than it is decoration for your Motion Picture inspired bridge crew. Don't let her determined expression lead you into thinking that her engineering prospects are half way good because frankly she gets outpaced by most of the commonly available Portal crew. No event bonus, no collection bonuses and two lackluster skills. Her only variant bonus comes from a common card that the Little Book didn't care for. Consider her for the upcoming TOS mega but don't expect to see her on many shuttles.
Vagrant Braxton
Considering the charges of vagrancy, this particular Braxton does in fact have a home - a special place and a warm bed, right here in tier 10. With event chances as pitiable as these (Temporal Agent has about 4 crew, so don't expect a mega out of that), any two skiller would struggle to find relevance, but the SCI/CMD stack is a horse that isn't so much beaten as it is turned into a fine pulp. It may not be the future's end, but it certainly is an ignominious one for poor ol' Braxton.
Zero One
The Bynars are cool. ↑ they certainly make a good candidate. ↑ Two skill non-event shuttle crew rarely make for exciting or valuable crew, ↑ With no gauntlet contributions, mediocre bases, no collections and few eventable traits, ↑ That being said, they aren’t as bad as their fused form relative to the investment, ↑ Whether or not this defeats the purpose of them is arguable, but what isn’t is the fact that these are crew bound for the freezer, ↑. being much more interesting in concept than it is of actual use.