The Vorgons' Ominous Arrival: A Threat Materializes in Paradise
Plot Beats
The narrative micro-steps within this event
Two Vorgons materialize in the Risan resort lobby, their presence immediately setting an ominous tone amidst the otherwise tranquil environment. They proceed to a wall grid to inquire about Captain Jean-Luc Picard's arrival.
The computer voice informs the Vorgons that there is no record of Captain Picard's arrival or scheduled visit. Ajur presses the computer for details of his arrival and is told no arrival date is found.
Boratus expresses uncertainty, questioning if they were mistaken, but Ajur confidently asserts that Picard will arrive, reinforcing their determined and slightly ominous presence.
Who Was There
Characters present in this moment
Unaware of the Vorgons' presence or their intentions, but his eventual arrival is framed as inevitable and fraught with danger.
Captain Jean-Luc Picard is not physically present in this scene but is the central focus of the Vorgons' search. His absence is a deliberate narrative choice, emphasizing the tension and foreshadowing his inevitable confrontation with the Vorgons. The computer's denial of his presence contrasts with Ajur's insistent declaration that he will come, creating a sense of inevitability and heightening the stakes for Picard's forced vacation.
- • None explicitly stated in this scene, as Picard is absent.
- • Implied goal: Avoid or navigate the impending confrontation with the Vorgons.
- • His vacation on Risa is intended to be a period of relaxation and respite.
- • Unaware of the larger conspiracy or the Vorgons' interest in him.
Concerned but deferential to Ajur, with a hint of uncertainty about their mission's success.
Boratus materializes alongside Ajur and accompanies her to the computer system, initially questioning whether they might have been mistaken about Picard's presence. His demeanor is more hesitant and deferential compared to Ajur's confidence. After Ajur's definitive declaration that Picard will come, Boratus remains silent, reinforcing Ajur's authority and the Vorgons' shared mission.
- • Support Ajur in locating Picard, despite his initial doubts.
- • Ensure the Vorgons' mission proceeds without unnecessary delays or complications.
- • Ajur's confidence in Picard's arrival is likely correct, despite the lack of records.
- • The Vorgons' mission is critical and must be executed as planned.
Relaxed and content, unaware of the tension and danger unfolding around them.
The Risan Pleasure Haven Guests appear relaxed and content, dressed in loose, casual, and revealing clothing. Their presence contrasts sharply with the Vorgons' sudden and menacing arrival, underscoring the disruption of the resort's tranquil atmosphere. Oblivious to the Vorgons' actions, they embody the idyllic setting that is about to be shattered by the impending confrontation with Picard.
- • None explicitly stated; their role is to highlight the contrast between the resort's tranquility and the Vorgons' menace.
- • Implied goal: Enjoy their vacation without interruption.
- • The resort is a safe and enjoyable place for relaxation.
- • Unaware of the larger conspiracy or the Vorgons' presence.
Neutral and devoid of sentiment, adhering strictly to its programmed functions.
The Ship's Computer responds to Ajur's query with a neutral, protocol-driven voice, confirming no record of Captain Picard's presence or expected arrival on Risa. Its responses are precise and devoid of sentiment, serving as a functional tool in the Vorgons' investigation. The computer's denial of Picard's presence contrasts sharply with Ajur's insistent declaration, highlighting the tension between institutional records and the Vorgons' predatory certainty.
- • Provide accurate and up-to-date information in response to queries.
- • Maintain the integrity of the resort's records and systems.
- • The records it maintains are accurate and complete.
- • Its role is to assist guests and staff without bias or deviation from protocol.
Objects Involved
Significant items in this scene
The Risan Pleasure Haven's Lobby Sensor Panel serves as the primary interface for the Vorgons' inquiry into Captain Picard's whereabouts. Ajur places her palm on the panel, which glows faintly in response, activating the resort's computer system. The panel's utilitarian design clashes with the lobby's plush, sensual surroundings, symbolizing the intrusion of cold efficiency into a space designed for relaxation. Its role is functional, providing the Vorgons with the information they seek, albeit contradicting Ajur's insistent belief in Picard's arrival.
The smaller wooden Horga'hns encircling the main idol in the lobby shrine serve as decorative artifacts that contribute to the resort's sensual, relaxed aesthetic. Their presence contrasts with the Vorgons' sudden and menacing arrival, highlighting the disruption of the resort's tranquil atmosphere. While not directly involved in the action, they symbolize the idyllic setting that is about to be shattered by the Vorgons' hunt for Picard.
Organizations Involved
Institutional presence and influence
The Vorgons, as time-traveling agents from the 27th century, are represented in this event through Ajur and Boratus. Their sudden materialization in the Risan Pleasure Haven lobby and their insistent inquiry about Captain Picard's whereabouts signal their role as hunters pursuing a predestined mission. Their confidence and menace underscore the organization's ruthless priorities and their belief in the inevitability of their confrontation with Picard. The Vorgons' actions foreshadow their larger role in the narrative as antagonists entangled in temporal conflicts over dangerous relics.
Narrative Connections
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Key Dialogue
"AJUR: *We are looking for the lodging chamber of Captain Jean-Luc Picard.* COMPUTER: *A file scan reveals no record of a Captain Picard currently visiting Risa.* AJUR: *When is he expected to arrive?* COMPUTER: *There is no arrival date on file for any such individual.* BORATUS: *Could we have been mistaken?* AJUR: *He will come.*"
"AJUR: *He will come.* *(HOLD ON the Vorgons. They look confident and slightly ominous.)"