Holo-Riker

subservient mocking defeated assertive

Central to Barclay’s holographic explorations of his complex relationship with Commander Riker, appearing in **three distinct holodeck scenarios** (Ten Forward, musketeer glade, bridge crew). His personality oscillates between assertive authority, subservient mockery, and defeated collapse, reflecting Barclay’s internalized perceptions of Riker as both a flawed superior and a figure of ridicule.

6 appearances

Holodeck Simulations

Holo-Riker's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

6 moments

S3E21 · Hollow Pursuits

Barclay’s Holodeck Meltdown: The Breaking Point of Fantasy and Authority

Defeated and humiliated, but also passive—his resistance is performative, a hollow echo of Riker’s real authority. His physical submission underscores Barclay’s temporary psychological victory, though the hologram’s lack of agency makes the triumph hollow.

Holo-Riker begins the scene slumped at the bar, mumbling into his drink—a caricature of the real Riker, stripped of authority. When Barclay defies Holo-Geordi, Holo-Riker stands to intervene, but his …

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S3E21 · Hollow Pursuits

The Fantasy Shatters: Duty Calls in the Wake of Rebellion

Defeated and humiliated—Holo-Riker’s arc in this scene mirrors Barclay’s internal conflict, where his perceived superiors are reduced to powerless figures, reflecting Barclay’s desire to strip them of their authority.

Holo-Riker begins the scene mumbling into his drink at the bar, embodying Barclay’s perception of him as a flawed, ineffective authority figure. When Barclay defies him, Holo-Riker attempts to assert …

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S3E21 · Hollow Pursuits

The Musketeer Meltdown: When Fantasy Becomes a Swordfight (and Reality Loses Its Edge)

Playfully antagonistic, reveling in the role of the underdog who can challenge the ‘giant’ (real Riker). His deletion leaves a void, underscoring the hollowness of Barclay’s escapism when confronted with reality.

Holo-Riker enters the scene as a swaggering, diminutive musketeer, rushing in late to the duel with a mocking ‘Am I late? Did I miss the fight?’ His taunts—‘Sir, you have …

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S3E21 · Hollow Pursuits

The Goddess of Empathy: Barclay’s Fantasy vs. Reality’s Judgment

Playfully antagonistic, embodying Barclay’s resentment toward Riker’s criticism while also revealing his own idealized (and flawed) perception of authority.

Holo-Riker, a diminutive and mocking musketeer, taunts the real Riker with exaggerated bravado, questioning his courage and challenging him to a duel. His dialogue—‘Do I detect a streak of yellow …

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S3E21 · Hollow Pursuits

Barclay’s Bittersweet Farewell: The Erasure of Illusions and the Birth of Courage

Neutral but affirming—his silence speaks to the hologram’s role as a surrogate for Barclay’s unresolved feelings about Riker.

Holo-Riker stands silently at his station on the simulated bridge, part of the holographic crew Barclay addresses. His presence is passive but symbolic, representing Barclay’s idealized yet flawed perception of …

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S3E21 · Hollow Pursuits

Barclay’s Bittersweet Farewell: The Last Program Stands

Neutral but affirming, reflecting the resolution of Barclay's internal conflicts with his superiors.

Holo-Riker stands silently at his station, his holographic form part of the collective farewell. His lack of dialogue contrasts with his earlier confrontational roles in Barclay's programs, now recast as …

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