When the fates of two Star Trek realities collide, the result redefines the galactic universe

The fans of the trek of the saga they have been dreaming for years of a definitive crossover between the two most important timelines of the franchise universe: i Main timelinewhich began with The original series in 1966, and the Kelvin Chronologyintroduced in 2009 with the film reboot. That meeting finally happened in the comic Star Trek #26 by Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, Ángel Hernández, Lee Loughridge and Clayton Cowles, albeit with devastating consequences for one of these realities.

The clash between the classic and the new

In the “When the Walls Fell” saga, Lore, Data’s dark twin brother, broke the laws of reality, reconstructing it according to his desires. Meanwhile, the crew of the USS Theseus, led by Benjamin Sisko, desperately struggles to keep up with Lore’s disruptions. At their final stop, the heroes arrive at the Kelvin Chronologyhome of movies Star Trek (2009), Star Trek Into Darkness Yes Star Trek Beyond. There, the encounter with the USS Enterprise-A of this reality is not at all accidental.

First Spockwho created the Kelvin timeline by traveling back in time, left crucial instructions for this meeting to occur. This meeting was also particularly significant for Montgomery Scott, as both versions of the character – Prime and Kelvin – confront each other and share a unique moment that reinforces the interconnectedness of the two realities.

A Bitter Victory: The End of the Kelvin Lineage

Despite the joint efforts of the crews, the Kelvin Line fails to survive. Lore unleashes a wave of reality that completely erases the alternate timelinealthough the members of Theseus manage to return home to the Front Line. This event marks a milestone not only because of the sacrifice of an entire reality, but because it sets the stage for the next big event in the franchise: Lore Guerra. This narrative arc will confront the characters with a reality reconstructed by the antagonist, as they fight to restore the original order.

A clash between realities that transcends generations

The importance of Benjamin Sisko, captain of the USS Theseus, in this narrative cannot be understated. Sisko, an iconic character of Deep space nine, stands out for its ability to lead in the darkest moments. The confrontation with Lore and his manipulations of reality highlights his role as a key figure within the Star Trek universe. His presence on the Kelvin line highlights the franchise’s ability to do so reuse classic characters in new narrativesconnecting generations of fans through complex and profound stories.

Furthermore, the confrontation between Lore and Sisko reflects a parallel to Spock’s internal conflicts in the Kelvin films. As Spock faced emotional and scientific dilemmasSisko grapples with moral decisions that affect the entire multiverse. This dichotomy shows how the saga manages to weave action, philosophy and science into the same story, strengthening its legacy.

A legacy of encounters between realities

This isn’t the first time the Prime and Kelvin timelines have crossed paths. In the past, the comic Connections celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of Star Trek bringing together crew members from both lines in a short but exciting story. Also, the series Star Trek: Discovery confirmed that traveling between these realities is dangerous, showing a Kelvin Line officer, Yor, traveling to the future of the Prime Line. The importance of these intersections highlights how Star Trek continues to explore the narrative and scientific boundaries that have defined his legacy.

Star Trek #26is out now and promises to be a game-changer not just for the comics, but for the future of the franchise.