Alexander's cha'DIch Worf has tasked him with a near-impossible task for his Errand of Valor: rescue the workers rebelling against a deuterium mega-power, Archanis Inter-Corporate. He must fight selflessly in the name of the helpless... even if it costs him his life. If that weren't enough of a challenge, a face from Alexander's bloody past appears to test where his heart truly lies. Meanwhile, in the minefield of the Alpha Quadrant, Ro, B'Elanna, and O'Brien find themselves in a stalemate between the Cardassians and Section 31 that could end explosively.
As for the confrontation between B'Elanna, the Cardassians, and Section 31, it's more of a standoff at the moment. I'm hoping this gets more attention in the next issue. Read Full Review
Star Trek: Defiant #23 is a standout issue that combines emotional depth, cultural exploration, and poignant character development. Worf and Alexander's journey is as heartfelt as it is compelling, while the broader themes of justice and compassion resonate deeply. Though the B-plot feels underutilized, the exceptional artwork and thoughtful writing make this a must-read for fans of both Star Trek and meaningful storytelling. Read Full Review
Unzueta delivers fantastic art throughout the issue. I love the visual style and the action. Read Full Review
As if you needed another reason to hate the character of Alexander Rodchenko. His "Errand of Valor" is little more than an anti-capitalist fan fiction. Usally this book is one that I enjoy, this issue made me want to throw up. Yes, Star Trek has been progressive but it has been done in context of the story and in subtle details of the story. This just craps it out on the page and calls it Art. I don't know if this was an attempt and pandering but it missed the mark big time. Do better Mr. Cantwell.
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