A History of Star Trek: Enterprise by Biku (G)

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Title: A History of Star Trek: Enterprise
Fandom: Enterprise
Pairing: None
Author on LJ: Don't think so
Author website: Unknown

Why this must be read: It's hilarious. Really. It's snort-out-your-drink funny if you've seen even a few moments of the show and even funnier if you're a fan. I can't believe I didn't rec this story first ::bangs head on desk:: as it introduces the characters much better than I ever could.

It begins with a paragraph explaining each character and moves on to a script that encapsulates absolutely every cliche or bad plot twist the show uses. I adore this story with a passion that knows no bounds. Really.

From the introductions:

SCOTT BAKULA
I am the ruggedly handsome maverick Captain of the Enterprise, Jonathan Archer. My name does not have a "T" in the middle. This is to distance me from Kirk. It's about the only thing that does, because I also have a Vulcan Science Officer, no respect for authority, and enjoy alien women and long moonlit walks on the beach. And I absolutely hate hidden "Quantum Leap" references.

From the episode script:

HOSHI
Ever notice how awkward and stilted our technology sounds? As though someone were trying to avoid using the obvious terms for things?

REED
You mean like "phase pistols" for phasers?

TRIP
Or "shuttlepod" for shuttlecraft?

HOSHI
Yeah.

TRIP
Nope, haven't noticed.

HOSHI
Maybe it's just me, then.

Comments

[andraste]

I just wanted to say that I'ven never seen even a few minutes of Enterprise but this was hilarious anyway *g*. Of course, some of the jokes worked for Trek in general, but there was definitely enough there for a newbie to latch onto.

[marag.livejournal.com]

I hadn't thought about how much of it applies to Trek in general, but of course you're right! This story still makes me laugh and I've read it a number of times.