Object

Calamarain Tachyon Isolation Field

A tachyon-rich energy manifestation emitted by the Calamarain that can present as either an amorphous, high-frequency wash or a focused, constricting column. It penetrates conventional shields, producing transient sensor noise and console flare-ups, and can isolate or physically restrain specific targets (notably Q) by severing physical access. The phenomenon resists physical intervention and is terminated only after precise shield harmonic retuning.

2 appearances

Purpose

Acts as an antagonistic energy barrier deployed by the Calamarain to bypass starship defenses and isolate or neutralize specific targets; functions as a defensive/offensive environmental effect rather than a designed tool.

Significance

Raises the stakes by converting a mysterious anomaly into an intentional, targeted threat: it isolates Q, humiliates his omnipotence, forces improvisation from engineering and security, and personalizes the encounter by turning abstract danger into a direct assault on individuals and ship integrity.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments

S3E13 · Deja Q

Sentient Plasma Contact — Tachyon Assault on Q

The Calamarain Tachyon Field is the energetic mechanism that penetrates conventional hull and shielding; it produces sensor noise, bypasses standard defenses, and manifests visually as a light effect that isolates an individual, forcing an engineering response focused on harmonic countermeasures.

Before: Not present within local sensor space of the ship.

After: Field presence detected and subsequently mitigated temporarily by adjusted shield harmonics; field impact at deck ten is blocked after intervention.

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S3E13 · Deja Q

Tachyon Ambush — Q Laid Bare

The Calamarain Tachyon Field is the directed energetic effect that penetrates the ship's outer hull and Ten Forward window, isolates Q by wrapping his legs in a light-like wash, and blocks physical rescue attempts until shield harmonics are retuned to disrupt it.

Before: Not yet engaged with the ship; manifesting externally and approaching the Enterprise.

After: Neutralized locally by adjusted shield harmonics; the isolating effect is cut off and Q is released.

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