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STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"The Icarus Factor"
#40272-140
Written by
David Assael
Burton Armus
Robert L. McCullough
Directed by
Robert Iscove
THE WRITING CREDITS MAY NOT BE FINAL AND SHOULD NOT BE USED
FOR PUBLICITY OR ADVERTISING PURPOSES WITHOUT FIRST CHECKING
WITH THE TELEVISION LEGAL DEPARTMENT.
Copyright 1989 Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights
Reserved. This script is not for publication or
reproduction. No one is authorized to dispose of same. If
lost or destroyed, please notify the Script Department.
2ND REV. FINAL DRAFT
FEBRUARY 2, 1989
STAR TREK: "The Icarus Factor" - REV. 2/8/89 - CAST
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"The Icarus Factor"
CAST
PICARD KYLE RIKER
PIKER
DATA
PULASKI Non-Speaking
TROI STARBASE TECHNICIANS
GEORDI EIGHT KLINGON WARRIORS
WORF
WESLEY
O'BRIEN
ENSIGN HERBERT
Non-Speaking
CREWMEMBERS
BOLISKA
GRAHAM
Voice-Over
COMPUTER VOICE
STAR TREK: "The Icarus Factor" - 2/2/89 - SETS
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"The Icarus Factor"
SETS
INTERIORS EXTERIORS
USS ENTERPRISE USS ENTERPRISE
MAIN ENGINEERING
ENGINE ROOM STARBASE MONTGOMERY
MAIN BRIDGE
TRANSPORTER ROOM
CORRIDORS
OUTSIDE RIKER'S QUARTERS
OUTSIDE HOLODECK
OUTSIDE GYMNASIUM
TEN-FORWARD
OBSERVATION LOUNGE
RIKER'S QUARTERS
SICKBAY
PULASKI'S OFFICE
HOLODECK
RITE OF ASCENSION CHAMBER
TROI'S OFFICE
GYMNASIUM
CAPTAIN'S READY ROOM
STAR TREK: "The Icarus Factor" - REV. 2/6/89 - PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"The Icarus Factor"
PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
NASRELDINE NAZ-rul-deen
TRYPTOPHAN-LYSINE TRIP-toe-fane LIE-zeen
MEGANUNDUN MEG-uh-NUN-dun
DRAD ZINE KRYZUND DRAD ZINE KER-zund
BRO TAH MAG PLONDARE SEPLICK BRO TAH MAG PLAWN-dair SEP-lick
DAEDALUS DAY-duh-lus
MATTA MOT-ta
HACHIDAN KIRITSU HAH-chee-dawn Kee-RIT-soo
ANBO-JYUTSU AN-bo JUT-su
YOROSHIKU-ONEIGAISHIMASU Yo-ROW-shku O-neh-GOSH-u-mas
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - TEASER 1.
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"The Icarus Factor"
TEASER
FADE IN:
1 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
cruises at warp speed as we hear:
PICARD (V.O.)
Captain's log, Stardate 42686.4.
We are en route to Starbase
Montgomery for engineering
consultations prompted by minor
readout anomalies...
2 INT. MAIN ENGINE ROOM - RIKER, DATA, AND GEORDI
turn from a console station to observe the
matter/antimatter blender.
DATA
I would consider them
insignificant.
RIKER
What if you're wrong?
Data looks at Riker.
RIKER
(continuing)
Sorry.
(then)
But what if it's more than a mere
discrepancy?
PICARD ENTERS.
GEORDI
Then I'd say we have a problem.
PICARD
Agreed. We'll have Starbase
Montgomery give us an independent
reading.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - TEASER 2.
2 CONTINUED:
DATA
Even if the molecular level
controls failed, we could
recrystallize the dilithium
without outside help.
GEORDI
Data, don't worry. My ego isn't
at stake here.
DATA
Perhaps we could reprogram the
system to correct the readout
variables --
PICARD
That's certainly an option, but
since we're stopping at Starbase
Montgomery anyway, we'll let them
do the analysis.
RIKER
Sir? I don't recall Starbase
Montgomery on our mission
itinerary --
PICARD
I think we could all use a
twelve-hour layover. Besides,
I've just received some personnel
transfer directives. Priority
matters --
RIKER
Boarding or disembarking?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - TEASER 3.
2 CONTINUED: (2)
WESLEY'S COM VOICE
Captain Picard, we're within
hailing range of Starbase
Montgomery --
PICARD
Reduce to impulse power --
(then, to Riker)
Meet me in the Observation Lounge
when you're done here.
With that, Picard EXITS via the turbolift and we:
GO TO:
2A INT. OBSERVATION LOUNGE - PICARD
is gazing out the viewports as Riker ENTERS.
RIKER
Captain...
PICARD
Number One, I find myself
recollecting the arrival of a new
first officer to the Enterprise
and a manual docking very
confidently achieved. I suspect
that I was somewhat miserly in
offering congratulations then,
so let me make up for it now.
Congratulations. The captain of
the Starship Ares is retiring.
You've been selected as his
replacement.
RIKER
The Ares... she is in Vega-Omicron
sector.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/7/89 - TEASER 4.
2A CONTINUED:
PICARD
And she's picked up indications
of an intelligent life-form...
but nothing conclusive.
RIKER
Starfleet will want to know
more.
PICARD
That's why they're asking you,
Number One. Not for your military
proficiency, but for your skill
as an explorer and diplomat.
RIKER
Vega-Omicron. It'll take months
at high warp just to get there.
PICARD
With no guarantee of finding
anything once you arrive. Well,
you have twelve hours to think
it over. And maybe it's premature,
but congratulations, "Captain."
FADE OUT.
END OF TEASER
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/7/89 - ACT ONE 5.
ACT ONE
FADE IN:
3 EXT. STARBASE MONTGOMERY - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
moves into position above a well-established planetary
outpost while:
4 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - PICARD
sits in his Command Chair, Data at Ops, WORF at
Tactical, WESLEY at Conn, as Riker ENTERS.
PICARD
Establish synchronous orbit.
WESLEY
Aye, sir.
Picard turns to Riker as he approaches:
PICARD
Starbase Montgomery is sending
a civilian advisor aboard to brief
you on the Ares's mission.
RIKER
A personal briefing?
PICARD
Yes. Strategic attache with
specialized knowledge of the
frontier regions. I think you'll
find the briefing... very
interesting.
RIKER
I hope it's complete. Much of
my decision will be based on it.
HERBERT'S COM VOICE
Commander Riker to the Transporter
Room.
Riker heads for the turbolift.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT ONE 6.
4 CONTINUED:
PICARD
Enjoy...
Riker steps into the turbolift and we:
GO TO:
5 INT. TRANSPORTER ROOM - RIKER
ENTERS, steps up to ENSIGN HERBERT, who is monitoring
his console.
RIKER
Ensign --
HERBERT
Ah, you're right on time,
Commander. He's on his way now...
Herbert works his magic on the console and now he and
Riker look up at:
6 THE TRANSPORTER PAD (OPTICAL)
where the FORM OF A MAN MATERIALIZES, and as it starts
to be more clearly defined:
7 RIKER
realizes.
RIKER
Dad... ?
8 KYLE RIKER
steps down from the Transporter Pad, walks right up to
Riker, studies him just as Riker studies his father.
Kyle's a jut-jawed, extremely fit, silver-haired
civilian in his fifties. As they eyeball each other:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT ONE 7.
9 RIKER
assumes Academy courtesy: Polite, detached,
unemotional.
RIKER
You're the civilian advisor? The
strategic attache?
KYLE
I asked Captain Picard to keep
it quiet. I didn't want you to
get nervous... excited.
RIKER
It's been fifteen years.
Excitement is hardly the
appropriate emotion.
Kyle purses his lips, considers that, then counters:
KYLE
You've done well. First officer
on the Enterprise is quite a
feather in your cap.
RIKER
I've worked hard.
KYLE
Of course. I'm proud of you,
Will --
RIKER
If you'll excuse me, I've got my
duties to attend to. After you've
settled in, we'll complete the
briefing.
(then, to Herbert)
Have security send an escort for
this gentleman.
With that, Riker about-faces and EXITS, leaving Kyle to
share an awkward moment with Ensign Herbert as we:
GO TO:
10 INT. CORRIDOR - WESLEY
turns a corner, catches up with Worf and walks beside
him as:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT ONE 8.
10 CONTINUED:
WESLEY
Did you hear about Commander
Riker's promotion?
Worf barely acknowledges Wesley, obviously upset by
something.
WORF
Yes.
WESLEY
He didn't even know his father
was coming. It was a complete
surprise --
Worf stops in mid-stride, turning toward Wesley grimly.
WORF
So?
WESLEY
Well, can you imagine if it was
your father?
WORF
I never knew my father.
WESLEY
And I didn't have one long
enough --
WORF
It is a waste of time to think
about such things.
WESLEY
I'm not thinking about it, really,
but everybody needs somebody,
don't you think -- ?
Worf glares at Wesley, fairly barking:
WORF
Enough!
Worf drills Wesley with his intensity, then marches
off, leaving Wesley a bit shaken as we:
GO TO:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT ONE 9.
11 INT. MAIN ENGINE ROOM - GEORDI
weaves through a TRIO OF STARBASE MONTGOMERY TECHS and
a TRIO OF ENTERPRISE TECHS as they run their analysis.
GEORDI
Starbase Montgomery really didn't
have to send me all this help,
because we've already checked the
entire dilithium spectrum for
anomalous frequencies, so don't
waste your time on that --
Just then, Wesley ENTERS, ashen faced.
GEORDI
(continuing)
Wes... you okay?
WESLEY
I was just talking to Worf.
(then)
He's somewhat eccentric at times.
GEORDI
That's one word for it.
WESLEY
But he was so upset -- I must've
said something wrong.
GEORDI
Maybe Worf's not too thrilled
with the idea of losing Commander
Riker to a new assignment. I'm
sure not --
WESLEY
Neither am I... But I think
it's something else with Worf...
something's really bothering
him.
Geordi considers that, exchanging a look of concern
with Wesley now as we:
GO TO:
12 INT. TEN-FORWARD - PULASKI
sits at the bar with a couple of n.d. MEDICAL CREW
STAFF, enjoying some down time.
PULL BACK to reveal:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT ONE 10.
13 RIKER
at a corner table with Chief O'Brien, with a cup of
steaming tea. He sips the tea.
O'BRIEN
Female?
Riker does not reply.
O'BRIEN
(continuing)
Career?
RIKER
Family.
O'BRIEN
That is trouble. You choose your
friends... you choose your
enemies... But family... that's
in the stars.
RIKER
So I've heard.
As he sips:
14 KYLE RIKER
ENTERS and immediately spots some people he knows.
KYLE
Boliska! What in the name of
the Federation are you doing
here -- ?
He goes over and shakes hands with BOLISKA who is with
a couple of other old n.d. friends, then spots:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT ONE 11.
15 PULASKI
who visibly reacts at the sight of Kyle. She slowly
rises, turning to her tablemates:
PULASKI
Excuse me...
She crosses the room; he does the same, and as they
come within whispering range:
PULASKI
(continuing)
This is more than a surprise...
it's total shock.
KYLE
You mean you didn't bake me a
cake?
PULASKI
You're actually here.
KYLE
That makes two of us.
(then, re an empty
table)
How about a drink?
PULASKI
How about a kiss?
He smiles at that, kisses her lightly and then they
exchange a warmly mutual embrace while:
16 RIKER
turns to O'Brien with:
RIKER
They know each other...
O'BRIEN
I know her too, but we don't do
that.
And as they both react to Kyle's familiarity with
Pulaski, we:
GO TO:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT ONE 12.
17 INT. MAIN ENGINE ROOM - GEORDI, DATA, AND WESLEY
move around the dilithium chamber, watching the
starbase crew go about their analysis while:
DATA
And it has nothing to do with
Commander Riker's new assignment?
WESLEY
No. His reaction to that was just
the opposite of mine: Completely
unaffected.
GEORDI
You see? With all that's going
on, you might be overreacting.
WESLEY
Really? You try talking to Worf.
I'm telling you, he's not...
normal... for Worf.
DATA
There is, of course, a genetic
predisposition toward hostility
among all Klingons, although Worf
does seem unusually out of sorts.
GEORDI
He's never been much on charm --
WESLEY
Well, whatever troubles him, we
should try to help. He is our
friend.
GEORDI
And I'd like to keep him
friendly.
(then)
Any suggestions?
DATA
Empirical study. Monitor the
subject.
WESLEY
Right. We'll watch for any
signs of unusual behavior --
GEORDI
That shouldn't be difficult --
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT ONE 13.
17 CONTINUED:
DATA
Within the norms of Klingon
patterns, of course.
(then)
Discretion will be required.
WESLEY
Fine. Where do we start?
GEORDI
(re himself and Data)
We... will assist you as needed.
(then)
You found the problem...
DATA
And you must solve it.
With that, Data and Geordi walk off, leaving Wesley
wondering what he's gotten himself into now, as we:
GO TO:
18 INT. TEN-FORWARD - RIKER
downs the last of his tea, looks across the room at:
19 PULASKI AND KYLE
who sit together at the bar, obviously enjoying each
other's company.
KYLE
... and after working out the
Fuurinkazan battle strategies
at the Tokyo Base, I was asked
to go to work for Starfleet as
a tactical advisor.
PULASKI
I'm surprised you stayed away from
the action as long as you did --
Just then, Riker steps up, having overheard that last
line.
PULASKI
Hi, Will -- join us? Your father
and I were just catching up --
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT ONE 14.
19 CONTINUED:
RIKER
(ignoring that; to
Pulaski)
You never told me you knew him.
PULASKI
Well... it wasn't exactly a
secret... but it never really came
up --
Kyle looks up smiling, offering:
KYLE
Pull up a stool, son --
RIKER
I'm ready for your briefing
whenever you are, sir.
And as he EXITS, Kyle looks after him, his concern
growing, as we:
20 OMITTED
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT ONE
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT TWO 15.
ACT TWO
FADE IN:
A21 INT. CORRIDOR - DATA AND GEORDI
are approaching the doors to Ten-Forward.
GEORDI
You think Worf is going to
appreciate being observed like
some laboratory specimen?
DATA
You are correct. He is not
insensitive... particularly at
this stage of his development.
GEORDI
Just remember, this is Wesley's
operation, okay?
DATA
Wesley is quite competent.
Just as they approach Ten-Forward, Wesley steps up,
agitated.
WESLEY
You guys aren't going to believe
this...
GEORDI
Believe what?
WESLEY
Commander Riker just caught me
coming out of the turbolift.
GEORDI
So? This area isn't off limits
to you.
WESLEY
I know, but I've been working on
Paracelsian computations as part
of my studies and he wants them
right away.
GEORDI
What about Worf?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/12/89 - ACT TWO 15A.
A21 CONTINUED:
WESLEY
When Commander Riker says right
away he means right away.
DATA
Indeed.
WESLEY
(re Ten-Forward)
You guys can cover for me, can't
you?
GEORDI
Wait a minute. This whole
thing --
WESLEY
I've got to get my computations
done.
GEORDI
You don't expect us to --
WESLEY
Oh, come on. What are friends
for?
(to Data)
Right?
Data reacts, very much put on the spot; then:
DATA
Go ahead. Finish your work and
We shall study Worf.
WESLEY
I knew I could count on you guys!
With that, Wesley heads off down the corridor, leaving
Data to face Geordi, as we:
GO TO:
21 INT. TEN-FORWARD - PULASKI AND KYLE
are at the bar, Kyle just shaking hands with an old
acquaintance as Geordi and Data find a table in the
b.g.
KYLE
... good seeing you too, Graham --
As GRAHAM heads off, Pulaski smiles.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/10/89 - ACT TWO 15B.
21 CONTINUED:
PULASKI
You wouldn't be running for mayor,
would you?
KYLE
Do pick-up work for the Federation
long enough and it'll happen to
you, too.
(then)
I thought about you a lot.
PULASKI
Kyle... I don't need to hear what
you don't need to say.
KYLE
We could've been great together.
PULASKI
Possibly.
KYLE
Is it true you got married?
PULASKI
Again... and again.
KYLE
Doesn't that make you three for
three?
PULASKI
I'm not complaining. They were
each good men... and we're all
still good friends.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT TWO 16.
21 CONTINUED:
KYLE
Like us?
PULASKI
Close... but different.
(then)
They were all a little more...
in touch with themselves.
KYLE
Ouch.
PULASKI
Kyle, face facts. You're
crusty. A reputation for being
hard as nails and getting the
job done. But underneath all
that, you're not so bad. Some
of us even love you.
(then)
And then there's Will.
KYLE
And then there's Will.
And as he considers his feelings for his son, we:
FOCUS ON:
22 WORF (OPTICAL)
standing at the large viewport, staring out at the
galaxy, very much alone with his thoughts.
23 GEORDI AND DATA
study Worf from their vantage point in the b.g.
GEORDI
Wesley really should be doing this
on his own --
DATA
But he needs his study time --
GEORDI
I can't believe you fell for that.
(then, re Worf)
I don't know... he looks pretty
normal to me.
STAR TREK: "The Icarus Factor" - 2/2/89 - ACT TWO 17.
23 CONTINUED:
DATA
In solitude there is nothing to
trigger unusual behavior.
GEORDI
(shrugs)
Good point. Let's not tamper with
the status quo...
DATA
That would defeat the opportunity
for our behavioral research.
(then)
The probabilities are that he's
simply lonely. We can relieve
his anxieties through
socialization --
GEORDI
(re Worf)
Be my guest.
Data approaches Worf from the rear.
DATA
Excuse me, Lieutenant --
Worf doesn't turn around or make the slightest reply.
Data presses on.
DATA
(continuing)
You seem to have lost the will
to communicate with others.
Still no response from Worf. Data persists.
DATA
(continuing)
You have friends here. We care
about you. Why, just awhile ago,
Wesley, Geordi and I were saying
how --
Worf suddenly wheels around, glaring down at Data with
Klingon ferocity as he bellows in his deepest baritone:
WORF
Sir... with all due respect...
BE GONE!
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT TWO 18.
23 CONTINUED: (2)
Data backs away and returns to Geordi's side.
DATA
He seems quite sincere in his
desire for solitude.
GEORDI
(smugly, the pun
intentional)
Seeing is believing, huh?
With that, Geordi and Data beat a hasty retreat, as we:
GO TO:
24 INT. RIKER'S QUARTERS - RIKER (OPTICAL)
stands at a viewing console, tapping the touchpad
occasionally as he goes through a series of childhood
"photos." A TONE is heard.
RIKER
Come in.
The door slides open and Worf ENTERS.
RIKER
Yes, Worf?
WORF
May I have a moment, sir?
RIKER
What is it?
WORF
It is difficult to say... words
are not always easy for me...
(then, distracted by
the pictures)
Is that Earth?
RIKER
Yes. Alaska... I was nine
there...
WORF
(intrigued; re the
picture)
That is a big fish you are
holding.
Riker considers that, then admits:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT TWO 19.
24 CONTINUED:
RIKER
(re the picture)
I didn't even catch that fish.
WORF
You were holding it like --
RIKER
I hooked it... but my father took
the pole... wouldn't even let me
reel it in... he said I might lose
it.
WORF
You do not have good feelings
for your father?
RIKER
I'm... not sure how I feel right
now...
WORF
You have much on your mind.
RIKER
Yes.
(then)
What is on yours?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/7/89 - ACT TWO 20.
24 CONTINUED: (2
WORF
The Enterprise has been good to
me...
RIKER
To all of us.
WORF
It has been my home... but still,
I am alone here.
RIKER
Not true. You have many friends
here, just as I have --
WORF
Then why do you make ready to
leave the Enterprise?
RIKER
I've been offered my own command,
something I've trained for...
WORF
And what of your friends?
RIKER
Friendship is something we carry
in our hearts... We can feel it
wherever we are.
WORF
Yes. On Kling we say, "Tez mrot
weilz konpadam": One is always
of his tribe.
(then)
I would like to join you on the
Ares.
RIKER
Thank you, Worf. But I haven't
accepted the assignment yet --
WORF
But sir... it could be a
dangerous mission. There may
be the potential for combat.
RIKER
That's not the purpose of the
mission.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT TWO 20A.
24 CONTINUED: (3)
WORF
Still -- to die a true hero --
Riker raises his hand.
RIKER
Worf. Your point is made.
WORF
Then I know you will do the right
thing, sir.
With that, Worf EXITS, as we:
GO TO:
25 OMITTED
26 INT. OBSERVATION LOUNGE - LATER - KYLE (OPTICAL)
turns to face Riker who ENTERS:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT TWO 21.
26 CONTINUED:
KYLE
Finally. We're alone. Maybe --
RIKER
I'm here for the briefing, sir.
Kyle reacts, sees that Riker is all business. Kyle
hands him a message disk.
KYLE
All you need to know is here.
RIKER
The mission details could've been
transmitted --
KYLE
I've been hearing good things
about you.
RIKER
Why didn't I ever hear from you?
Kyle reacts to that, studies the floor for a beat;
then:
KYLE
I know. Keeping in touch isn't
my strong suit.
(then)
Funny thing about being a parent.
There aren't any tech manuals,
no quick readouts to get you to
the next set of variables. You
just kind of wing it from day to
day... Will, when your mother
died --
RIKER
Excuse me, sir, but I need to
study this briefing material...
KYLE
Will. I came to the Enterprise
because... look, considering
where you might be going, I wanted
to...
(then)
I'm here with my hand out,
son --
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT TWO 22.
26 CONTINUED: (2)
With that, Riker studies his father for a beat, then
steps around his father and strides away. Kyle watches
him go with mounting concern, as we:
27 OMITTED
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT TWO
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/9/89 - ACT THREE 23.
ACT THREE
FADE IN:
28 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
establishing the great ship maintaining synchronous
orbit over Starbase Montgomery.
29 INT. SICKBAY - PULASKI
turns from comforting an isolated patient, and we PULL
BACK to reveal:
30 KYLE
watching her. She EXITS into his area.
PULASKI
(re the patient)
Poor guy. Picked up a flu virus
on our last stop at Nasreldine.
KYLE
Sounds nasty. What's the
therapy?
PULASKI
Tryptophan-lysine distillates
with generous doses of PCS.
KYLE
PCS?
PULASKI
"Pulaski's Chicken Soup."
Kyle shares a laugh at her joke, then:
KYLE
(re the patient)
You've still got the touch,
haven't you?
Just then, TROI ENTERS in the b.g., overhearing.
PULASKI
I like to help. When they hurt,
I hurt.
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30 CONTINUED:
Troi steps up to them with:
TROI
Commander Pulaski's greatest
medical skill is her empathy.
(then, to Kyle)
You must be Commander Riker's
father.
He reacts, smiles, a bit nonplussed.
KYLE
Yes, but how --
TROI
We've all heard about you.
(then)
And I've felt certain things.
Kyle reacts, glances at Pulaski, who smiles at his
discomfort, then explains by way of introduction:
PULASKI
This is Deanna Troi, ship's
counselor.
KYLE
(nods warily)
Kyle Riker.
PULASKI
I thought you two should meet.
(then)
Troi's job is to keep us from
deluding ourselves.
KYLE
(re Troi)
Let me guess: Betazoid?
TROI
At your service.
Pulaski smiles at that, makes her exit.
PULASKI
I've got some lab work to do, so
if you'll excuse me...
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30 CONTINUED: (2)
Pulaski makes her EXIT, leaving Kyle to face Troi now,
as she begins to "read" him.
KYLE
Why do I get the feeling this is
a set-up?
TROI
Because you are intelligent,
wise... and quite correct.
KYLE
(re Troi;
appreciatively)
I've been set up with worse,
that's for sure --
TROI
You're also anxious about
something. It's your son, isn't
it? You're not as close to him
as you'd like to be...
KYLE
(wryly)
Oh, I don't know. Wouldn't you
say we both have pretty good taste
in women?
TROI
I'd like to help if I can. If
you allow me.
KYLE
Fine. What do you want from me?
I came here to bury the hatchet
with Will and I find out the
ground is frozen solid.
TROI
You're not the kind of man who
gives up so easily.
KYLE
I didn't say I was giving up.
It would just be nice to get a
little something from him.
TROI
What is it you want from him?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/9/89 - ACT THREE 25A.
30 CONTINUED: (3)
KYLE
I don't know. Acknowledgement,
maybe... or --
TROI
Respect is earned, not bestowed.
KYLE
Respect? I don't need that from
him.
TROI
Perhaps you want him to be proud
of you, for you carry great pride
in his accomplishments --
KYLE
Absolutely! Look at him! First
officer on the Enterprise, just
offered his first command --
TROI
Yet... You covet his success --
KYLE
Please. He'd be lucky to have
the career I've had!
TROI
True. You are well respected in
your field.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/9/89 - ACT THREE 26.
30 CONTINUED: (4)
KYLE
I may have something of a
reputation for excellence --
TROI
And false humility.
Kyle reacts to that with a smile. Then:
KYLE
My guess is that Will finds you
pretty fascinating. Candor seems
to be a trait he admires.
TROI
Honesty is the trait he admires.
(then)
You're very competitive with him,
aren't you?
He reacts to that, considers it, then dismisses it.
KYLE
Maybe... in the past. But I'm
here to help Will prepare for his
first mission as captain.
TROI
Are you sure he'll accept such
a dangerous assignment?
KYLE
(concerned)
He'll take it just because it is
so dangerous.
TROI
How can you be so sure?
KYLE
Because I would. And we aren't
so different, Will and I...
GO TO:
31 INT. RIKER'S QUARTERS - PICARD
stands to one side, watching Riker.
PICARD
I've seen your mission briefing.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/9/89 - ACT THREE 26A.
31 CONTINUED:
RIKER
Yes, sir.
PICARD
Any questions?
RIKER
No sir.
(then)
Other than a mention of the Ares's
first officer.
PICARD
His name is Flaherty, as I recall.
RIKER
That's right. The briefing said
something about uncanny linguistic
skills.
PICARD
Correct. The last time I saw him,
Commander Flaherty spoke over
forty languages. Klingon,
Romulan, Giamon, and Stroyerian
were among the more colorful, as
I recall...
RIKER
He speaks alien dialects?
PICARD
He has the unique ability of
instantaneously interpreting,
collating, and extrapolating any
verbal communication he hears.
(then)
You should find him helpful in
Sector Vega-Omicron.
RIKER
I'm sure I will.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT THREE 27.
31 CONTINUED: (2)
Suddenly, they're both distracted by the DOOR CHIME.
RIKER
Enter.
Kyle ENTERS, all smiles as he greets Picard.
KYLE
Captain Picard. At last.
(re Riker)
I'd like to thank you for all the
help you've been to my son --
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31 CONTINUED: (3)
PICARD
My only regret is that your
reunion will mark Will's farewell.
KYLE
(re Riker)
He's ready for this command.
PICARD
I have no doubt --
KYLE
Captain? May I have a word with
my son?
PICARD
Of course... excuse me,
gentlemen...
Picard EXITS; Riker turns to face his father.
RIKER
I won't be pushed into this.
KYLE
(smiling)
Oh, come on, Willy. Don't you
think you're ready for the
Ares -- ?
RIKER
Starfleet does.
KYLE
Of course. You're the best
candidate for this job. But I
want you to know I'm here if you
need me...
RIKER
I've been on my own since I was
fifteen. I can take care of
myself.
Kyle reacts, begins to bristle.
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31 CONTINUED: (4)
KYLE
Please! Spare me the "pain" of
your childhood. I hung in there
for thirteen years. If that
wasn't enough, then that's just
too bad.
With that, Kyle turns to the door. It opens. He
EXITS. The door closes, as we:
GO TO:
32 INT. MAIN ENGINE ROOM - GEORDI AND DATA
are observing the Starbase Montgomery crew as they
continue their analysis of the situation. Geordi is
beginning to feel the pressure.
GEORDI
Maybe I missed something --
DATA
The ship's computer would have
corrected immediately --
GEORDI
My inputs could have been in
error --
Just then, Wesley ENTERS with a sense of urgency.
WESLEY
Geordi! Data! I figured out
Worf's problem --
GEORDI
You spoke to him?
WESLEY
No, no. I accessed the complete
Klingon cultural database. It
took some time, but --
GEORDI
Okay, Wesley. What is the
problem?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT THREE 30.
32 CONTINUED:
WESLEY
It's the tenth anniversary of
Worf's Age of Ascension.
GEORDI
His what?
WESLEY
The Age of Ascension is a
Klingon ritual of great
significance. A rite of
initiation, marking a new level
of Klingon spiritual attainment.
DATA
Of what significance is the
anniversary of this event?
WESLEY
It's a day of ritual and
celebration with one's fellow
Klingons... and he doesn't have
any Klingon friends.
GEORDI
But we're his friends --
WESLEY
But we don't practice Klingon
tradition. And we're not
Klingons.
(then)
Worf's feeling socially...
culturally isolated.
GEORDI
Well, what do you suggest? I'm
not sure I'd like to invite a
bunch of Klingons on board --
DATA
We can program the ship's computer
to provide us with simulations
on the Holodeck --
GEORDI
Holographic Klingons? Sure. Why
not?
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32 CONTINUED: (2)
DATA
We need only to program the
computer with details of the
specific ceremony...
WESLEY
The cultural database said the
initiate's family must be
present --
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32 CONTINUED: (3)
GEORDI
So? We're his family. We'll go.
(then)
I just wonder what kind of party
the Klingons had in mind...
And as they all react to that consideration, we:
GO TO:
33 INT. PULASKI'S OFFICE - PULASKI
is working as Riker ENTERS.
RIKER
Do you have a minute?
PULASKI
Sure...
RIKER
I wanted to apologize for my
remarks in Ten-Forward. Your past
is none of my business.
PULASKI
Even if it involves your father?
RIKER
Yes. Even if it involves my
father.
Pulaski sits quietly for a moment, then asks:
PULASKI
Did he ever tell you why he never
remarried?
RIKER
What woman would have him? With
an ego like his --
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/7/89 - ACT THREE 32.
33 CONTINUED:
PULASKI
I would have. In a cold minute.
(then)
Twelve years ago, Kyle Riker was
a civilian strategist advising
Starfleet in its conflict with
the Tholians. The starbase he
was working from was attacked.
None of the base crew was expected
to live. And they all died...
All except your father.
(then, quietly)
Your father alone had the will
to endure, to face the pain, to
live.
RIKER
I never knew that about him.
PULASKI
I never saw a man fight so hard
in my life.
RIKER
And you fell in love?
PULASKI
Yes. And so did he.
(then)
But marriage was out of the
question. He had other
priorities...
RIKER
His career.
She considers that, then offers:
PULASKI
You know, if I were you... going
out on the Ares, I'd jettison
the emotional baggage you're
still carrying around.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT THREE 33.
33 CONTINUED: (2)
Pulaski EXITS and we:
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT THREE
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FOUR 34.
ACT FOUR
FADE IN:
34 INT. ENGINEERING - DATA, WESLEY, AND GEORDI
stand near Geordi's engineering station, the Starbase
Montgomery techs working in the b.g.
WESLEY
Now the Klingon cultural database
was very specific on the setting.
GEORDI
Let me guess: A twenty-piece
orchestra in a magnificent
ballroom. Everybody in formal
wear --
WESLEY
There's an unusual test of
inner strength involved --
DATA
I believe that will entail the
use of Klingon "painstiks."
GEORDI
"Painstiks"? Sounds lovely --
DATA
Enduring physical suffering is
considered a Klingon spiritual
test.
GEORDI
You mean... for Worf to celebrate
the anniversary of his
Ascension... he has to be hurt?
And we have to witness this?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FOUR 35.
34 CONTINUED:
DATA
We are his family.
And as Geordi reacts to that, we:
GO TO:
35 INT. CAPTAIN'S READY ROOM - PICARD
is at his desk console. The CHIME SOUNDS.
PICARD
Come.
The door slides open. Riker ENTERS.
PICARD
(continuing)
Everything in order, Number One?
RIKER
I'd be a fool to turn this
promotion down, wouldn't I?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FOUR 36.
35 CONTINUED:
PICARD
I don't know, and if you're
asking me what I think you should
do, I don't know that either.
But I can spell out, albeit
crudely, what you are choosing
between.
(a beat)
Your present position as first
officer of the Enterprise brings
you prestige, distinction, even
glamour of a kind. You are the
second in command of Starfleet's
flagship -- but still, second in
command. Your promotion will
transfer you to a relatively
insignificant ship in an obscure
corner of the galaxy, but it will
be your ship. Being who you are,
that ship will vibrate with your
authority, your style, your
vision. There is no substitute
for being in the center of the
stage -- any stage.
RIKER
I'll need a little more time
before I'll have a decision.
PICARD
Granted.
Riker reacts to that, as we:
GO TO:
36 INT. ENGINEERING - DATA AND GEORDI
stand on the platform above the Starbase Montgomery
team, watching them go through their painstaking
analysis as O'Brien steps up.
O'BRIEN
They find anything yet?
GEORDI
Not yet...
DATA
There is nothing to find.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FOUR 36A.
36 CONTINUED:
O'BRIEN
No harm in checking, I guess.
GEORDI
Really? How would you like
them giving your transporter
operation a little once-over?
O'BRIEN
No problem. We're totally
ship-shape.
GEORDI
You miss the point. It's just
the idea that they even suspect
a malfunction.
DATA
Geordi, let them look.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FOUR 37.
36 CONTINUED: (2)
Wesley approaches, stepping up to O'Brien with:
WESLEY
Chief, will you be able to attend
a little party for Worf at
seventeen hundred hours?
O'BRIEN
A party for Worf? That sounds
intriguing. I'd be delighted --
GEORDI
It's a surprise, okay?
O'BRIEN
My lips are sealed.
Data, Geordi, and Wesley respond enthusiastically to
that, as we:
GO TO:
37 OMITTED
38 INT. TROI'S OFFICE - RIKER
has just entered.
RIKER
I didn't want to leave without
saying good-bye.
TROI
I don't like good-byes. How about
"until next time"?
RIKER
Until next time.
She rises, trying to be tough, to keep this
professional.
TROI
It's been a pleasure serving with
you, Commander.
RIKER
That's mutual, Counselor.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FOUR 37A.
38 CONTINUED:
She stands there, biting her lip for a beat, then
admits, almost embarrassed:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FOUR 38.
38 CONTINUED: (2)
TROI
I'm supposed to know how everyone
feels... but I... I can't read
you right now.
He takes a tentative step toward her, suggesting:
RIKER
Maybe your own feelings are
getting in the way --
TROI
My job is to help others sort
out their emotions. My own
feelings are beside the point --
RIKER
Not to me. Feelings are what
make us human --
TROI
(then, hopefully)
Are you feeling sadness?
RIKER
Yes.
She looks at him, a tear slipping down her cheek now.
TROI
So am I.
He takes the final step toward her, pulling her into a
firm, caring embrace, as we:
GO TO:
39 OMITTED
40 KYLE
waiting outside Riker's doorway. Riker approaches.
Their eyes meet.
KYLE
I'll be leaving at twenty-one
hundred hours. May I have a
minute?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FOUR 39.
40 CONTINUED:
Riker considers that, then steps into his quarters.
Kyle follows, as we:
GO TO:
41 INT. RIKER'S QUARTERS - RIKER
turns to face his father.
RIKER
Look, I've been giving you my best
Academy courtesy -- but it's
really time for you to go.
KYLE
It's time for us to talk, so lower
your shields and --
RIKER
I'm asking you to leave, or I'll --
KYLE
You'll what?
(then, cocky)
Y'know, it's really a shame
there's no anbo-jyutsu ring nearby,
because you need to be put in your
place.
RIKER
Really? There is. Deck Twelve.
The gymnasium.
KYLE
Why don't we clear the air once
and for all -- ?
RIKER
You're on.
Kyle and Riker eyeball each other, as we:
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT FOUR
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 40-40A.
ACT FIVE
FADE IN:
42 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
establishing the great starship in its synchronous
orbit.
PICARD (V.O.)
Captain's log, Stardate 42686.9.
(TO BE DETERMINED)
43 OMITTED
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 41.
43A INT. PULASKI'S OFFICE (OR SICKBAY)
looks up from her work as Kyle ENTERS.
KYLE
Ship's scuttlebutt has it that
you wanted to see me.
PULASKI
That's right...
(then)
I thought I knew you, Kyle.
KYLE
You do. About as well as
anyone --
PULASKI
Then what's this about an
anbo-jyutsu match with Will?
KYLE
(suppressing a smile)
You heard.
PULASKI
Haven't we grown beyond the point
where we resolve our problems
through physical conflict?
KYLE
I think you're overreacting --
PULASKI
I'm overreacting. You're the one
who's going to fight his own son!
KYLE
It's not a fight, Kate. Think
of it as more of a... "contest."
PULASKI
And suppose one of you is injured?
He smiles, reaches out and tweaks her cheek playfully.
KYLE
I know where to find a good
doctor.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 41A.
43A CONTINUED:
PULASKI
Don't patronize me, Kyle.
KYLE
Look. Will and I started playing
anbo-jyutsu when he was eight.
He knows how to handle himself...
and so do I.
PULASKI
(considers that; then)
Well, don't take this the wrong
way, but Will's in his prime,
and --
KYLE
-- And I'm no spring chicken, I
know.
(then, with a wink)
Don't worry. He's never been able
to beat me.
With that, Kyle EXITS, as we:
GO TO:
44 INT. HOLODECK - DATA, GEORDI, AND WESLEY (OPTICAL)
stand before O'Brien and Pulaski, all of them reacting
to the frightening sight in front of them: A true
Klingon Rite of Ascension Chamber. It's a large,
eerily-lighted room. The walls and floors are surfaced
in polished stainless steel.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT FIVE 42.
44 CONTINUED:
In the middle of the room is a wide stainless-steel
trough that runs into a drain, on either side of which
are long raised platforms. Data steps forward, filled
with trepidation, while the others all study the room
with silent awe.
DATA
Computer... Is this it?
COMPUTER VOICE
Correct. Klingon Rite of
Ascension Chamber.
Data looks to Geordi, who wonders:
GEORDI
Is this really necessary?
WESLEY
If we're going to get Worf through
his problem, it is.
Data steps back. Then:
DATA
Computer... may we please have
Klingon personnel appropriate for
this event?
Suddenly, EIGHT FORMIDABLE KLINGONS appear along the
sides of the trough. They each hold an exotic,
cattle-prod-like "painstik." Everyone reacts to the
sudden appearance of the Klingons.
DATA
These images are specifically
programmed for Ascension rites.
GEORDI
Cute bunch.
Wesley takes a step forward, studying them and the
painstiks.
WESLEY
And they use those?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 42A.
44 CONTINUED: (2)
O'Brien reacts with caution.
O'BRIEN
Those are Klingon painstiks. I
once saw one of them used against
a two-ton Rectyne Monopod. Poor
creature jumped five meters at
the slightest touch. Finally died
from excessive cephalic pressures --
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT FIVE 43.
44 CONTINUED: (3)
GEORDI
(wincing at that)
You don't mean... ?
O'BRIEN
(nodding affirmatively)
That's right. The animal's head
exploded just like --
PULASKI
I think that's enough, Chief
O'Brien.
DATA
Are we ready?
And as they all react, we:
GO TO:
45 INT. CORRIDOR - OUTSIDE HOLODECK - WORF
approaches impatiently, Troi at his side, reassuring
him.
WORF
I do not enjoy riddles,
Counselor.
TROI
You will enjoy this one.
WORF
I am in no mood for trifling or
games! Not today!
TROI
I know what an important day this
is for you: The anniversary of
your Rite of Ascension.
WORF
You know about that?
TROI
Yes. All your friends on board
do.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT FIVE 43A.
45 CONTINUED:
WORF
That is impossible. The Rite of
Ascension is a secret known only
to Klingons --
TROI
-- And certain resourceful young
Ensigns...
WORF
Wesley? What does he know about
it -- ?
TROI
Enough. Now just bear with me.
WORF
Where are we going?
TROI
The Holodeck.
WORF
This truly tries my patience,
Counselor.
As they approach the entrance to the Holodeck, Worf
stops, reacts.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT FIVE 44.
45 CONTINUED: (2)
TROI
I think you will approve.
WORF
You are not going in?
TROI
No.
She heads off. He turns to the door, suddenly curious.
WORF
Open.
The Holodeck doors open. Worf reacts, sucking his
breath in with great glee as he sees:
46 INT. HOLODECK - THE RITE OF ASCENSION CHAMBER
populated now by his Enterprise comrades who all stand
off to one side, the eight Klingon holographs standing
along the trough, forming a rather forbidding gauntlet
as they hold their painstiks at the ready. Worf
ENTERS, almost teary-eyed as he regards Data, Wesley,
Pulaski, Geordi, and O'Brien.
WORF
An Ascension ceremony? For me?
GEORDI
Happy anniversary, Worf.
WORF
Thank you... oh, thank you!
DATA
Shall we begin?
WORF
Oh, yes. Please!
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT FIVE 44A.
47 WORF
moves to the head of the trough, looks at his audience,
then intones:
WORF
DaHjaj SuvwI''e' jIH. tIgwIj
Sa'angNIS. 'Iw bIQtIqDaq jIjaH.
Today I am a Warrior. I must
show you my heart. I travel the
river of blood.
Data leans over to Wesley and Geordi.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT FIVE 45.
47 CONTINUED:
DATA
The true test of Klingon strength
is to admit one's most profound
feelings... while under extreme
duress.
Geordi and Wesley nod, impressed as they turn now to
see Worf step down into the trough. At a processional
pace, he begins the walk down the channel, coming
between two of the Klingons. He looks at them with
great sincerity.
WORF
jIbechrup may' vIlos.
Whereupon the first two Klingons jab painstiks at Worf,
sparks flying off the end as Worf writhes in absolute,
breathtaking agony. After a moment, they pull the
painstiks from Worf. Worf's voice is weak as he
growls:
WORF
(continuing)
The battle is mine. I crave only
the blood of the enemy.
Worf staggers down the trough, stopping in front of the
next pair of Klingons.
WORF
(continuing)
HIHIvqa'.
The Klingons strike out with the painstiks; and, as
contact is made, sparks fly and Worf's body contorts
in wretched agony. They break contact with the
painstiks now and Worf fights for equilibrium,
shuddering with the pain of this as he utters hoarsely:
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/13/89 - ACT FIVE 46.
47 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
(continuing)
The bile of the vanquished flows
over my hands.
Then he steps down to the next pair of Klingons with:
WORF
(continuing)
may'pequ' moH.
Pulaski looks over to Data, who finds this difficult,
reacting with a start as the Klingons nail Worf with
their painstiks; he falls to his knees, twitching
violently, and, as Worf fights for control, they remove
the painstiks. Worf collapses at the end of the
trough, rolls over, and... smiles at them all,
whispering:
WORF
(continuing)
Thank you, my friends. Thank
you... You have my respect. My
admiration. My eternal gratitude --
There is applause from them all now, as we:
GO TO:
47A INT. OBSERVATION LOUNGE - TROI
Pulaski ENTERS.
TROI
Is Worf all right?
PULASKI
He's never been happier.
TROI
Then it was a good ceremony?
PULASKI
Let's just say I wasn't about to
stay for the refreshments.
TROI
Klingon culture is not to your
taste?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 46A.
47A CONTINUED:
PULASKI
I'm just glad humans have
progressed beyond the need for
such barbaric displays.
TROI
Have they? Commander Riker and
his father are up on the Holodeck
about to engage in barbarism of
their own.
PULASKI
Don't remind me. It's not
something of which I approve --
TROI
In spite of human evolution, there
seem to be certain traits endemic
to gender.
PULASKI
You think they're going to knock
each other's brains out just
because... they're men?
TROI
Males are certainly unique. In
adulthood, fathers continue to
regard their sons as children...
and sons continue to chafe against
what they perceive as their
fathers' expectations of them.
Pulaski considers that for a beat; then:
PULASKI
It's almost as if they never
really grow up at all, isn't it?
TROI
Perhaps that's why men remain so
attractive.
PULASKI
Particularly men like Commander
Riker?
Troi reacts with a blush, but responds in kind.
TROI
(touche)
As well as his father, I'm sure...
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 46B-47.
47A CONTINUED: (2)
Pulaski smiles, acknowledging that; then, concerned:
PULASKI
(re the Holodeck)
I just hope they don't hurt each
other up there...
They each consider that grave possibility, as we:
GO TO:
48 OMITTED
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 48.
49 INT. GYMNASIUM - RIKER AND KYLE (OPTICAL)
approach an exotic combat arena, wearing anbo-jyutsu
gear which consists of snug face shield and helmet,
abdomen shield, and slender pads on all other vital
areas. They carry anbo-jyutsu staffs, tapered on one
end, padded on the other, with a reostat twist-shaft
in the center grip. The arena itself is a ring
fourteen feet in diameter.
KYLE
Anbo-jyutsu. The ultimate
evolution of the martial arts.
RIKER
I remember my early lessons.
KYLE
You could never get used to the
sightless factor... or to losing.
RIKER
True. But I've had fifteen years
of practice.
KYLE
Then let's see if you've learned
anything...
Riker considers that, accepts the challenge formally
as he stiffens, then bows quickly and flips the
blind-shield down in front of his face. Kyle does the
same, as they shout in unison:
RIKER KYLE
Yoroshiku-onegaishimasu! Yoroshiku-onegaishimasu!
And the battle begins as each man stalks the other with
the tapered end of his staff. The closer the staff's
tip comes to the opponent, the louder a series of BEEPS
which are emitted. Kyle finds Riker's leg, swiftly
swings his staff at Riker, but as he does, of course,
the BEEPS cease as the tapered end moves away from the
target, allowing Riker to dodge the blow.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FIVE 49.
49 CONTINUED:
(Silence from the opponent's staff means that he's
taking a swing and cues a defensive move.) As Kyle
recovers from the missed blow, Riker suddenly reverses
direction, swings, and knocks Kyle's feet out from
under him and, as he tumbles to the mat outside the
ring, the POINT BUZZER SOUNDS.
Both men flip up their blind-shields as Kyle regains
his feet and re-enters the ring.
KYLE
You have been practicing.
RIKER
And remembering.
(then)
You never should've let her die.
Riker flips his blind-shield down, quickly bowing,
shouting:
RIKER
Yoroshiku-onegaishimasu.
Kyle reacts, pleased; then:
KYLE
Good. Get it all out!
Now Kyle flips his blind-shield down again, quickly
bowing, shouting:
KYLE
Yoroshiku-onegaishimasu.
They stalk one another again. Riker makes a brilliant
move, but somehow Kyle artfully avoids his son's blow.
Riker reacts, frustrated and amazed as he shouts:
RIKER
Matta!
The action stops. They each flip up their
blind-shields, Riker furrowing his brow curiously.
RIKER
I had you.
KYLE
Will, listen. You were too young
to understand -- and I was too hurt
to explain.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FIVE 50.
49 CONTINUED: (2)
RIKER
You've never been hurt by
anything.
KYLE
She was your mother, but she was
my wife -- and when she died...
all that kept me going was you.
RIKER
You had a strange way of showing
it.
KYLE
Damnit, Will -- you were barely
out of diapers. You hardly knew
her. I loved her. Of course
you've had the pain... and so have
I. I should have tried to
explain all of this long ago,
but it hurt too much. Then a
wall went up between us... and
living there, just you and me...
the wall got bigger.
RIKER
Why didn't we move away? Start
over?
KYLE
I promised her. It was the life
she wanted for you... so...
(shrugs it off)
I came here thinking we could
talk this out. But maybe you're
right. Maybe I'm no father at
all... and you're no son. Maybe
this... this fight is all we have
left.
Kyle flips his blind-shield down again; Riker
hesitates, studying his father for a long beat. Then
they bow and face off once again, as Riker calls upon
all his stamina to avoid his father's clever blows,
summoning an inner reserve of will and determination as
he deftly parries Kyle's offensive move, suddenly
freezing in his tracks with:
RIKER
Matta!
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FIVE 51.
49 CONTINUED: (3)
They both flip up their blind-shields, Kyle looking
confident, Riker appearing frustrated.
KYLE
What is it now?
RIKER
You can't do that!
KYLE
(feigning innocence)
What?
RIKER
Hachidan kiritsu! That's
illegal --
KYLE
You're kidding.
Riker studies his father for a long beat, his eyes
suddenly twinkling with the realization.
RIKER
All those years... That's why I
could never win... you were
cheating!
Kyle smiles guiltily, a bit embarrassed, as he removes
his helmet and shrugs.
KYLE
Hey, it worked. Kept you coming
back for more.
Riker can't help himself as an incredible wave of
relief washes over him and removes his helmet as he
starts laughing with:
RIKER
I always hated that... and you
were just cheating! Incredible!
How'd you get away with it?
KYLE
You were just a kid.
(then, admitting)
Once you were twelve, I knew I
couldn't take you... but I had
to keep you interested...
challenged... didn't I?
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/6/89 - ACT FIVE 52.
49 CONTINUED: (4)
KYLE (Cont'd)
(a pause, then)
Y'know, I can talk to a roomful
of admirals about anything in
the galaxy... but why can't I talk
to you about how I feel?
RIKER
How do you feel?
KYLE
How do you think, Will?
(then)
I love you, son.
Riker is rocked by Kyle's candor, his facade crumbling.
RIKER
Really?
KYLE
Really.
Now Riker and Kyle embrace in a gripping, passionately
courageous and manful hug. There may or may not be
tears; there is certainly mutual love, as Kyle looks
his son squarely in the eye.
KYLE
(continuing)
I've got to get back to Starbase
Montgomery...
RIKER
I know.
(then)
I'm glad you came.
KYLE
You be careful, okay?
With that, Kyle EXITS the gym, Riker watching his
father go, as we:
GO TO:
50
thru OMITTED
54
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/7/89 - ACT FIVE 52A.
55 OMITTED
56 OMMITTED
57 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - THE BRIDGE CREW
is in place with the exception of Riker, who is absent.
Troi is at Picard's left, Wesley at Conn, Data at Ops,
Worf at Tactical, Geordi at Engineering as Worf turns
to Picard with:
WORF
Starbase Montgomery briefing
specialist and analytical team
have beamed down, sir.
PICARD
(to Geordi)
What were the analytical team's
findings?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/8/89 - ACT FIVE 53-53A.
57 CONTINUED:
GEORDI
They suggested we reprogram the
system to correct the readout
variables.
PICARD
Precisely what Data recommended,
as I recall. But it did give
Commander Riker the time he
needed to consider his promotion.
Now that he's accepted it, we can
leave him at Starbase Montgomery.
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/7/89 - ACT FIVE 54-54A.
57 CONTINUED: (2)
He's distracted as:
58 THE TURBOLIFT DOORS
open and Riker steps out onto the bridge.
PICARD
Number One?
RIKER
Captain... with your permission,
I've decided to remain on the
Enterprise.
PICARD
... granted.
RIKER
Thank you, sir.
As Riker crosses and takes his seat:
RIKER
(continuing)
Take us out of orbit,
Mister Crusher.
WESLEY
Terminating synchronous orbit.
Riker takes his position next to Picard.
RIKER
Set course for Beta Kupsic...
That is still our next
destination?
Picard responds with an affirmative nod.
RIKER
(continuing)
... Velocity - warp factor five.
WESLEY
Course and speed set.
PICARD
(there is a pause)
Any particular reason for this
change of heart?
STAR TREK: "... Icarus... " - REV. 2/7/89 - ACT FIVE 55.
58 CONTINUED:
RIKER
Motivated self-interest. Right
now the best place for me to be
is right here.
Off Picard's reaction:
PICARD
(then to Conn)
Engage.
59 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
achieves warp speed and flashes past us into the galaxy
and we:
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT FIVE
THE END
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