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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - The Illyrian Enigma #1
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - The Illyrian Enigma #1
Journey to new reaches in this exclusive comic tie-in set between seasons one and two of fan-favorite Paramount+ series Strange New Worlds! With Una accused of unlawful genetic modification by Starfleet, Captain Pike sets out in search of evidence that could prove her innocence.
29 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 21, 2022
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June 14, 2023
The Illyrian Inigma is an exciting stepping stone that bridges the gap between seasons 1&2 of Strange New Worlds. Taking place directly after Commander Una Chin Riley's arrest in the season 1 finale "A Quality of Mercy"-Captain Pike and the immediate crew are devastated and feel helpless to assist their comrade.
They decide to use a routine supply run as a means to delve deeper into the mystery of the Illyrian culture in an attempt to vindicate their accosted crewmate. But, do they get more than they bargained for when they turn over stones perhaps left unturned?
The Illyrian Inigma raises some interesting questions: SHOULD Illyrians be ousted from Starfleet for thier genetic modifications? Is outlawing genetically modified people from Starfleet keeping up with thier standards of diversity and inclusion?
This story also features the time honored trope of forcing the captain to choose between his loyalty to crew and family vs. loyalty to Starfleet. Along the way we learn that only by 'embracing' diversity can we learn more about it.
Authors Kristen Beyer and Mike Johnson provide a good solid story which delves into Star Trek's mythology whilst simultaneously adding to it. They do an excellent job writing the characters-bringing them to life on the page as much as you see them on the screen.
The detailed artwork by Megan Levens compliments the characters with a smooth fluidity that brings them to life and makes you.feel like your watching the show. But it's the vibrant coloring by Charlie Kirchoff that really floored me. Not only did his coloring compliment Leven's illustrations, it also gave the story a 'strange new world' vibe all its own; with lavish landscapes, asteroid laden planetoids, and deadly atmospheres.
I breezed through this four issue series on my Kindle in less than a day for just under 8 bucks. If your a collector you might want to get the paper copies individually. The story alone makes it a worthy investment.
The Illyrian Inigma definitely wetted my appetite for the approaching Season 2 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
They decide to use a routine supply run as a means to delve deeper into the mystery of the Illyrian culture in an attempt to vindicate their accosted crewmate. But, do they get more than they bargained for when they turn over stones perhaps left unturned?
The Illyrian Inigma raises some interesting questions: SHOULD Illyrians be ousted from Starfleet for thier genetic modifications? Is outlawing genetically modified people from Starfleet keeping up with thier standards of diversity and inclusion?
This story also features the time honored trope of forcing the captain to choose between his loyalty to crew and family vs. loyalty to Starfleet. Along the way we learn that only by 'embracing' diversity can we learn more about it.
Authors Kristen Beyer and Mike Johnson provide a good solid story which delves into Star Trek's mythology whilst simultaneously adding to it. They do an excellent job writing the characters-bringing them to life on the page as much as you see them on the screen.
The detailed artwork by Megan Levens compliments the characters with a smooth fluidity that brings them to life and makes you.feel like your watching the show. But it's the vibrant coloring by Charlie Kirchoff that really floored me. Not only did his coloring compliment Leven's illustrations, it also gave the story a 'strange new world' vibe all its own; with lavish landscapes, asteroid laden planetoids, and deadly atmospheres.
I breezed through this four issue series on my Kindle in less than a day for just under 8 bucks. If your a collector you might want to get the paper copies individually. The story alone makes it a worthy investment.
The Illyrian Inigma definitely wetted my appetite for the approaching Season 2 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
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January 7, 2023
Can't wait to read the next issue
The art in this comic book is beautiful!! And the story leaves me intrigued as to what will happen next. This is my first experience with the guided reading, and I find it to be pretty cool. While the physical comic wasn't available for me to purchase, I actually really like this format.
The art in this comic book is beautiful!! And the story leaves me intrigued as to what will happen next. This is my first experience with the guided reading, and I find it to be pretty cool. While the physical comic wasn't available for me to purchase, I actually really like this format.
December 21, 2022
Awesome!
I've been waiting for this issue since I first found out about this particular series. Five *****'s for everything! AND we have confirmation that the Illryian's seen in the Star Trek: Enterprise episode, "Damage", are the same species as Una!!!!
I've been waiting for this issue since I first found out about this particular series. Five *****'s for everything! AND we have confirmation that the Illryian's seen in the Star Trek: Enterprise episode, "Damage", are the same species as Una!!!!
January 9, 2023
This book is trying VERY hard to be a clever tie in to the phenomenal new Star Trek streaming series Strange New Worlds.
Following the USS Enterprise under the command of Christopher Pike.
This show is an utter delight.
The comic not so much.
Following the USS Enterprise under the command of Christopher Pike.
This show is an utter delight.
The comic not so much.
January 29, 2024
Great beginning 😊
I hate that the episodes are so short, however captain pike looking out for his number one who was taken prisoner for being Illyrian and going out to investigate. In order to prove her innocence is, of course expected. Can’t wait for the next episode.
I hate that the episodes are so short, however captain pike looking out for his number one who was taken prisoner for being Illyrian and going out to investigate. In order to prove her innocence is, of course expected. Can’t wait for the next episode.
January 29, 2024
Good story, good art, although some characters were closer to capturing the likenesses of the actors than others.
Of course I knew going in that nothing was really going to come of it, because the show continued on. It was an interesting story idea either way.
Of course I knew going in that nothing was really going to come of it, because the show continued on. It was an interesting story idea either way.
December 21, 2022
Outstanding issue!
Good luck Captain Pike!
The Illyrains want Una back!
The artwork is phenomenal and so is the writing.
More please!
Good luck Captain Pike!
The Illyrains want Una back!
The artwork is phenomenal and so is the writing.
More please!
January 9, 2023
Fantastic so far! I can't wait for the next issue!!
January 18, 2023
More Strange New Worlds!
The same quality storytelling I’ve come to expect from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and a good beginning to this story.
The same quality storytelling I’ve come to expect from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and a good beginning to this story.
January 18, 2023
I thought this was fantastic! I had a feeling it would & pretty good since Kirsten Beyer's involved.
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April 16, 2023
AWESOME
Great storyline so far! I'm excited for the next comic! Highly recommend this for any and all Star Trek Fans.
Great storyline so far! I'm excited for the next comic! Highly recommend this for any and all Star Trek Fans.
June 4, 2023
Great like the TV show
This is a must-have story for anyone who watches Strange New Worlds. It comes right after Season One. The art is amazingly realistic.
This is a must-have story for anyone who watches Strange New Worlds. It comes right after Season One. The art is amazingly realistic.
December 27, 2023
Excellent continuation from the ending of the season finale. Looking forward to reading the next three chapters.
August 27, 2025
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