Joval

professional persistent perceptive disapproving culturally knowledgeable

Joval staffs a resort on Risa and approaches guests like Picard to offer services such as swims and massages. She spots his Horga'hn idol and explains its meaning as a symbol of sexuality that signals desire for Jamaharon, the Risian intimacy ritual. Picard denies interest despite carrying it, prompting her confusion over the contradiction. She presses him twice more on the idol's implications before departing in disapproval each time. Her actions enforce resort customs and spotlight clashes between Risian sensuality and visiting Starfleet reserve.

3 appearances

Risian Resort Hospitality

Joval's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

3 moments

S3E19 · Captain's Holiday

The Horga'hn's Double Entendre: Picard's Forced Vacation Collides with Riker's Prank and Sovak's Threats

Confused and slightly offended by Picard’s denial, as she believes his actions contradict his words—particularly his possession of the Horga'hn.

Joval approaches Picard as a resort employee, initially offering assistance but quickly becoming perplexed by his possession of the Horga'hn. She explains its cultural significance with professional clarity, but Picard’s …

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S3E19 · Captain's Holiday

The Ferengi’s Accusation: A Vacation Shattered

Confused and slightly disapproving, shifting to mild frustration as Picard dismisses her offerings and clarifies the idol’s purpose. Her demeanor reflects the cultural disconnect between Picard and Risa’s values.

Joval approaches Picard to offer resort services, including a swim and massage, but becomes perplexed when he rejects her advances. She points out the cultural significance of the Horga'hn idol …

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S3E19 · Captain's Holiday

The Disc’s Shadow: Vash’s Gambit and Picard’s Forced Entanglement

Perplexed and slightly disapproving, but her emotional state is tangential to this event. Her earlier departure marks the end of one dynamic (cultural integration) and the beginning of another (conspiracy).

Joval’s earlier interaction with Picard (regarding the Horga’hn idol) serves as a foil to Vash’s entrance. While Joval represents Risa’s cultural norms—her confusion over Picard’s possession of the idol highlights …

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Affiliation

Ferengi

Interstellar Covert Conflict and Economic Opportunism