Object

Angel One Parliament U-Shaped Table

A large, U-shaped table dominates the Great Hall of Angel One's Parliament, crafted from sleek, polished materials that reflect the austere political atmosphere. The table's expansive surface accommodates key figures during the tense diplomatic confrontation between Commander Riker's Starfleet delegation and Beata's ruling council. Its distinctive shape fosters a confrontational yet ordered seating arrangement, emphasizing the formal and rigid nature of the matriarchal parliamentary proceedings, while characters press for truth and accountability around its perimeter.

2 appearances

Purpose

Serves as the central seating and discussion surface for parliamentary sessions and diplomatic negotiations within Angel One's Great Hall.

Significance

Acts as the physical locus of escalating mistrust and political rigidity in Angel One's matriarchal Parliament, anchoring the fraught power dynamics and cultural pride that obstruct straightforward cooperation with the Starfleet delegation.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments

S1E15 · Angel One

Clash of Ideologies in Angel One’s Great Hall

The large U-shaped table serves as the central fixture around which the Parliament convenes, shaping a formal and confrontational spatial dynamic. It physically and symbolically demarcates the power hierarchy, seating Beata prominently at its head and framing the away team's position as outsiders challenging established order.

Before: Set in the Great Hall, fully arranged with Parliament members and officials in place.

After: Remains the focal meeting space as the away team is escorted out, maintaining its authoritative presence.

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S1E15 · Angel One

Beata’s Veil of Control and Rising Mistrust in Angel One’s Parliament

The large U-shaped table serves as the imposing setting of the parliamentary confrontation. Its shape physically separates and organizes the participants, emphasizing the formal, confrontational nature of the diplomatic exchange between Starfleet and Angel One’s leadership.

Before: Set in the Great Hall of Angel One, arranged for the parliamentary session.

After: Remains in place as the delegation departs, symbolizing continuing political rigidity.

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