Object

Dixon Hill's Business Cards

A stack of sharply designed business cards emblazoned with the name Dixon Hill, the noir private investigator persona adopted by Captain Picard within the Holodeck's 1940s detective simulation. These cards serve as tangible tokens linking Picard to his alter ego, symbolizing his immersion into the detective narrative and anchoring his role as the trusted sleuth in a shadowy, suspense-laden world of intrigue and danger.

3 appearances

Purpose

To function as Dixon Hill's professional calling cards, facilitating introductions and establishing his identity as a private investigator within the Holodeck's simulated milieu.

Significance

The business cards embody the bridge between Picard's real identity and his Holodeck persona, representing his commitment to unraveling the mystery that Jessica entrusts to him, and symbolizing the blurring of reality and role-play that heightens narrative tension.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

3 moments

S1E13 · The Big Goodbye

Jessica Enlists Dixon Hill with a Seductive Retainer

One of Dixon Hill’s business cards is taken by Jessica Bradley from the desk, serving as a tangible token linking Picard’s identity with his noir alter ego and confirming the legitimacy of his role as private investigator within the simulation.

Before: Neatly stacked on Dixon Hill’s office desk.

After: Removed from the desk and in Jessica Bradley’s possession, symbolizing a contract and connection to Dixon Hill.

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S1E13 · The Big Goodbye

Picard’s Quiet Farewell to Illusion

Jessica takes one of Dixon Hill’s business cards from Picard’s desk, a symbolic token that connects Picard’s real identity with his noir alter ego, further cementing his immersion in the detective role and the case’s narrative.

Before: Resting on Dixon Hill's desk within the office.

After: Taken by Jessica Bradley as a tangible symbol of their pact and Picard’s commitment.

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S1E13 · The Big Goodbye

Leech’s Intrusive Arrival Disrupts Dixon Hill’s Solace

One of Dixon Hill’s business cards is taken by Jessica as a tangible token linking Picard’s detective persona to the unfolding mystery, reinforcing the role-play and the professional relationship emerging.

Before: Resting on Dixon Hill’s desk within the Holodeck office.

After: In Jessica Bradley’s possession as a signifier of their alliance.

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