Category Archives: Episode 16: Shadow Play

We’re all just particles: What’s the difference?

Ray’s Take on Episode 2.16: “Shadowplay” Odo has no patience for humanoid romantic coupling. In case you missed it previously, Kira despises Quark.  Jake doesn’t want to join Starfleet but also doesn’t want to disappoint Benjamin. Sisko accepts this easily and with encouragement. He’s a pretty great dad. Bareil gets shut down because of Quark,Continue reading “We’re all just particles: What’s the difference?”

Romance and familial bonds in “Shadowplay”

Rhonda’s Take on Episode 2.16: “Shadowplay” If you asked me to describe any Star Trek show, I don’t believe I would think to include “romance,” but this episode reminded me how much romance does exist in the franchise. I’m not talking about the one-episode stands Kirk had in TOS or the cerebral on-again/off-again Imzadi relationshipContinue reading “Romance and familial bonds in “Shadowplay””

A good day for everyone, except Quark

Jim’s Take on Episode 2.16: “Shadowplay” There is a lot going on in “Shadowplay.” Odo and Dax get a rare chance to team-up and solve a mystery. Kira gets to have a little love in her life, while still thwarting Quark. Jake gets a job while revealing he doesn’t want to go to Starfleet Academy.Continue reading “A good day for everyone, except Quark”