Object

Picard's Communication Panel

A compact, technologically advanced communication panel embedded within Captain Picard's command station aboard the starship Enterprise. This device emits Picard’s commanding voice shipwide, enabling direct, amplified voice transmission that pierces the ship's ambient chaos. It acts as the critical hub coordinating the crew’s collective mental and physical efforts during extreme psychological strain and crises, symbolizing Picard’s authoritative leadership and the power of focused collective will.

4 appearances

Purpose

To serve as Captain Picard's primary interface for issuing resolute, shipwide commands and rallying the crew's collective mental focus during perilous operations.

Significance

Symbolizes Picard’s authoritative leadership and the power of focused collective will to stabilize the Traveler’s fragile presence, embodying the narrative theme that mental unity can shape reality in extreme circumstances.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

4 moments

S1E6 · Where No One Has Gone Before

Picard Commands Unified Mental Focus Amid Crew’s Fragmented Attention

Picard’s personal communication panel amplifies his voice across the ship, serving as the critical medium for issuing the decisive command that crystallizes crew focus and discipline during crisis.

Before: Idle, ready for use.

After: In active use transmitting Picard’s amplified orders.

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S1E6 · Where No One Has Gone Before

Picard Commands Unified Mental Focus to Empower the Traveler

Picard’s Communication Panel is the technological conduit through which Picard’s amplified voice reaches every deck and station, effectively cutting through chaos to unify the crew’s mental focus and issue critical orders.

Before: Idle at command station, ready for use.

After: Actively transmitting Picard’s amplified orders across the ship.

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S1E6 · Where No One Has Gone Before

Picard Commands Collective Focus and Battle Stations

Picard’s communication panel functions as the critical device amplifying his orders ship-wide, enabling his authoritative voice to cut through chaos and unite the crew mentally and physically in preparation for the warp maneuver.

Before: Operational and ready at Picard’s command station.

After: Actively broadcasting Picard’s amplified commands.

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S1E6 · Where No One Has Gone Before

Picard Commands Battle Stations to Focus Minds on the Traveler

Picard’s personal communication panel is the conduit for his amplified ship-wide orders, transmitting his voice with clarity and authority. It is essential for coordinating the crew’s unified mental and physical response during this critical juncture.

Before: Engaged but idle, ready for use.

After: In active use, broadcasting Picard’s command across the Enterprise.

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