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STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Homeward"
#40277-265
Story by
Spike Steingasser
Teleplay by
Naren Shankar
Based upon material by
William Stape
Directed by
Alex Singer
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 1993 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 This script is not for publication or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.
FINAL DRAFT
OCTOBER 27, 1993
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - CAST
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Homeward"
CAST
PICARD DOBARA
RIKER KATERAS
DATA NIKOLAI
BEVERLY VORIN
TROI TARRANA
WORF HELMSMAN'S VOICE
GEORDI
COMPUTER VOICE
Non-Speaking Non-Speaking
N.D. CREWMEMBERS N.D BORAALANS
N.D SECURITY
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - SETS
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Homeward"
SETS
INTERIORS EXTERIORS
USS ENTERPRISE USS ENTERPRISE
BRIDGE
SICKBAY PLANET SURFACE
OBSERVATION LOUNGE
CORRIDOR
TURBOLIFT
READY ROOM
STELLAR CARTOGRAPHY
ENGINEERING
TEN FORWARD
VORIN'S QUARTERS
BORAALAN CAVERNS
THE PASSAGEWAY
CAMP
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Homeward"
PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
BORAAL bore-AL
BORAALAN bore-AL-en
CABRAL cuh-BRAL
DOBARA doe-BAR-uh
DRAYGO DRAY-go
KATERAS kuh-TARE-us
ROZHENKO row-ZHEN-ko
TARRANA tuh-RON-uh
VACCA VACK-uh
VORIN VORE-in
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 1.
STAR TREK: The Next Generation
"Homeward"
TEASER
FADE IN:
1 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
in orbit around a planet. The atmosphere appears
turbulent and dangerous.
PICARD (V.O.)
Captain's Log, Stardate 47423.9.
We have arrived at Boraal Two in
response to an emergency distress
call from Lieutenant Worf's foster
brother, Nikolai Rozhenko. He has
been stationed on the planet as a
cultural observer.
2 INT. BRIDGE
PICARD and RIKER are at their stations; DATA is at Ops;
WORF is at Tactical; assorted N.D.s man the other
stations. The mood is serious.
PICARD
Mister Data, analysis.
DATA
(off console)
It appears the planet's atmosphere
is dissipating, sir. Intense
plasmonic reactions are destroying
it.
PICARD
How far has it progressed?
DATA
The stratosphere is already
breaking down, and there are
turbulent radiation storms across
much of the surface.
(beat)
I estimate the planet will be
uninhabitable in less than thirty-eight
hours.
Reactions to the grim news.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 2.
2 CONTINUED:
RIKER
The distress call was only four
days ago. Why would Doctor
Rozhenko have waited so long
before sending it?
DATA
Atmospheric dissipation is a rare
and essentially unpredictable
event. When it occurs, it
proceeds rapidly. Doctor Rozhenko
would not have had much warning.
Suddenly, the SHIP SHAKES and the LIGHTS FLICKER
momentarily.
PICARD
What was that?
DATA
(off console)
The dissipation effect is
generating plasmonic energy
bursts...
RIKER
Are they any danger to the ship?
DATA
I do not believe so. However, we
may experience intermittent system
failures and power surges as a
result.
PICARD
Keep an eye on it.
Picard turns to Worf who's busy working his console.
PICARD
(continuing)
Mister Worf. Any luck?
WORF
There is still no response to our
hails, sir... I am attempting to
scan the observation post...
Worf works his console.
RIKER
(to Picard)
He could be hurt... maybe he can't
respond...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 3.
2 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
Sensor interference is
significant, but the post appears
to be intact... its power grid is
still functioning...
Worf is struggling to hide his concern.
WORF
(continuing)
However, I am reading no life
forms within the structure.
A beat.
RIKER
(to Picard)
It's hard to believe he would have
left the post...
PICARD
Especially under these
circumstances...
Meanwhile, Worf has been continuing to scan, and now he
breaks in anxiously.
WORF
(off console)
Sir, I am detecting faint power
emissions from a system of caverns
near the post. It could be a
deflector shield.
Reactions.
RIKER
It can't be native to the planet.
The Boraalans don't have anything
close to that level of technology.
WORF
Captain. Request permission to
lead an Away Team.
PICARD
Very well. But regardless of this
planet's immediate situation, we
must still observe the Prime
Directive.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 4.
2 CONTINUED: (3)
PICARD (Cont'd)
(beat)
I'd like to minimize the risk of
contact with the inhabitants.
You're to go alone, Mister Worf --
and I want you surgically altered
to pass as a Boraalan.
WORF
Yes, sir.
Worf EXITS via the aft Turbolift and an N.D. moves to
take his station. Off Picard and Riker's expressions.
3 INT. SICKBAY
Worf is on the clamshell bed as BEVERLY scans his head
with an OPTICAL SCANNER. A few additional MEDICAL
INSTRUMENTS are nearby.
Worf is impatient and distracted, and he's not doing a
very good job of keeping his head still; Beverly stops
scanning.
BEVERLY
Worf, you have to try to keep
still. I need an accurate scan of
your cranial anatomy...
WORF
I'm sorry, Doctor. Please
continue.
Worf composes himself, attempting to keep still;
Beverly resets the scan and begins again.
BEVERLY
You're worried about Nikolai,
aren't you?
WORF
(reluctantly)
Yes.
BEVERLY
Are the two of you close?
There is a hesitation before Worf answers.
WORF
We are... brothers.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/28/93 - TEASER 5.
3 CONTINUED:
But Beverly has noticed the hesitation. She keeps
taking measurements as she tries casually to draw him
out.
BEVERLY
You've never talked much about
him. What's he like?
WORF
(carefully)
Nikolai is older than I... and we
are not -- alike. We had many
disagreements as we were growing
up.
BEVERLY
That's not unusual.
Again, Worf hesitates. He's trying gingerly to
describe his brother without sounding disparaging.
WORF
Nikolai... has a mind of his own.
He attended Starfleet Academy --
but he was unable to follow the
rules. He left after one year.
(beat)
However, he has many fine
qualities. He is... brilliant.
Persuasive. A natural leader...
BEVERLY
Sounds intriguing... I look
forward to meeting him.
Worf gives her a look, but does not reply. For now,
Worf has said all he has to say on the matter.
4 INT. PASSAGEWAY (OPTICAL)
A dark passageway in a cavernous underground region of
the planet. We hear the familiar hum of the
Transporter and then WORF MATERIALIZES.
We see that Worf has been surgically altered to look
like one of the Boraal (precise physical features TBD),
and is dressed in simple, loose-fitting clothes.
Worf takes out a TRICORDER and scans the area for a
beat.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 5A.
4 CONTINUED:
WORF
(taps combadge)
Worf to Enterprise...
RIKER'S COM VOICE
(fritzed)
Go ahead...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 6.
4 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
I am picking up faint life signs
approximately two-hundred meters
from my position. I am heading
toward them.
RIKER'S COM VOICE
(fritzed)
Understood. The plasmonic
interference is getting worse...
start checking in every thirty
minutes to make sure we have a fix
on you.
WORF
Aye, sir.
Worf moves off.
5 ANOTHER SECTION OF PASSAGEWAY
Worf is moving slowly and carefully, continuing to scan
with his tricorder.
VORIN (O.S.)
What are you doing here... ?
Worf reacts to the voice and quickly conceals his
tricorder. He turns to see a figure moving towards
him...
6 VORIN
an adult, Boraalan male, emerges from a dark
passageway, holding an ALIEN OIL LAMP. He is dressed
in clothes similar to Worf's. A POUCH containing many
ORNATE PAPER SCROLLS is slung over his shoulder.
7 RESUME SCENE
as Vorin cautiously approaches Worf.
VORIN
You're not from our village. Who
are you?
As Vorin speaks, an elderly Boraalan male, KATERAS,
emerges from the passage to join him.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 7.
7 CONTINUED:
KATERAS
Who is this... ?
His voice trails off as he sees Worf. This is
absolutely the last thing Worf needed, and he tries to
cover for himself.
WORF
My name is Worf. I am a...
traveller...
VORIN
How did you survive the storms?
Worf has run out of answers when a deep, strong voice
booms out of the darkness.
NIKOLAI (O.S.)
I'd recognize that voice anywhere.
Is it really you, Worf?
8 NIKOLAI ROZHENKO
approaches from another direction, leading another N.D.
BORAALAN and an adult Boraalan female, DOBARA. Nikolai
is a large, powerfully-built human, but as he comes
closer, we see that his features are similar to Worf's --
Nikolai also looks like a Boraalan.
9 RESUME SCENE
Nikolai moves towards Worf.
NIKOLAI
It's good to see you...
(smiles)
You've changed a lot in four
years...
Worf isn't exactly sure how to react, and he has to
stare for a moment before he recognizes who it is.
WORF
Nikolai... ?
Nikolai grins broadly and engulfs Worf in a huge bear
hug, genuinely glad to see him. Nikolai turns to the
Boraal, introducing Worf with a theatrical gesture.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - TEASER 8.
9 CONTINUED:
NIKOLAI
This is my brother, Worf...
(beat)
He's come to help us.
OFF Worf's confused expression.
FADE OUT.
END OF TEASER
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 9.
ACT ONE
FADE IN:
(NOTE: Episode credits fall over opening scenes.)
10 INT. CAVERN
It's a larger, more open, section of the caves. Small
collections of SUPPLIES, including a few ALIEN OIL
LAMPS, are scattered throughout the area, suggesting
that the Boraalans have been here for several days.
There is a CAMPFIRE in the center, and off in a corner,
an underground spring has formed a natural POOL.
Several more N.D. BORAALANS are here, including a young
woman, TARRANA. The Boraalans all wear simple, loose-fitting
clothes. (NOTE: these people are not primitive
tribesmen. They could be thought of as similar in
development to Arabs of the late Middle Ages -- they'd
be able to build and use a telescope or a sextant, but
they might also believe in magic.)
Nikolai ENTERS leading Worf and the other Boraalans
from the passageway.
VORIN
(to Worf)
If you were able to get here, the
storms must have subsided... Do
you think it's safe enough to
return to the surface?
Worf has no idea what's going on here. He needs to
talk to Nikolai -- alone.
WORF
Please... I must speak with my
brother for a moment...
Worf quickly takes Nikolai aside so they can talk
privately. Worf keeps his voice low and controlled,
but he's clearly angry.
WORF
(continuing)
Nikolai, what have you done?
NIKOLAI
They were dying.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 10.
10 CONTINUED:
NIKOLAI (Cont'd)
I refused to sit there... safe in
that observation post... and watch
it happen.
(beat)
I set up a deflector shield to
screen these caves from the
radiation and then I brought them
here.
WORF
What have you told them?
NIKOLAI
They think I'm a Boraalan. I told
them I'm from another village far
from here.
Worf relaxes slightly.
WORF
At least you had that much
sense...
The two men look at each other.
NIKOLAI
I knew the Enterprise was in this
sector when I sent my distress
call... but I wasn't sure you'd be
the one to come.
He places his hand on Worf's shoulder. Nikolai is
always very physical, never afraid to show his
feelings.
NIKOLAI
(continuing)
I'm truly glad you're here, Worf.
Nikolai's words are heartfelt and Worf softens. He has
conflicting emotions: he's relieved to see his brother
alive, but he still feels Nikolai has really messed up.
WORF
There is nothing we can do for
these people. You have only
postponed their deaths.
Nikolai responds with a look of determination.
NIKOLAI
I'd like to discuss that with your
Captain.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 11.
10 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
I am certain he will want to speak
with you.
Worf and Nikolai hold each other's gaze for a beat.
Then Nikolai turns away and moves back to the group of
Boraalans.
NIKOLAI
Friends... Worf and I must return
to the surface...
The news sends a concerned murmur through the group.
NIKOLAI
(continuing)
He has equipment and provisions
and needs help to bring them here.
We'll return shortly.
Worf reacts -- surely Nikolai knows they can't come
back. Dobara seems particularly worried.
DOBARA
It's too dangerous. The storms
can occur without warning. If
you're caught in one...
NIKOLAI
Don't worry...
(beat)
My brother is a seer. He
understands the nature of the
storms. He'll know when it's safe
to travel.
Nikolai turns to Worf, looking for confirmation... and
Worf has no choice but to support him.
WORF
(reluctantly)
That is correct.
A murmur goes through the group -- they're very
impressed.
KATERAS
(in awe)
Our Seer died when the storms
first came. We have been without
his guidance for many weeks.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT ONE 12.
10 CONTINUED: (3)
Worf reacts -- the attention is making him
uncomfortable.
VORIN
(to Worf and Nikolai)
Let me go with you. I know the
terrain better than anyone, and I
can help--
NIKOLAI
No, Vorin. Worf and I will be
fine. We'll be back soon.
OFF Nikolai and Worf's expressions.
11 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
in orbit around Boraal Two.
12 INT. OBSERVATION LOUNGE
Picard, Riker, TROI, Beverly, Worf, and Nikolai. Worf
and Nikolai are back to normal: since their return to
the ship, their Boraalan get-up has been removed.
Nikolai is on his feet, pacing -- he's vital and
energetic, a man with a mission trying to persuade
others.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT ONE 13.
12 CONTINUED:
PICARD
Doctor, you were fully aware that
the atmospheric dissipation could
not be stopped. What were you
hoping to accomplish by assisting
these people?
NIKOLAI
I was trying to give them a
future.
(beat)
I propose we create an atmospheric
shield on the planet. We can
camouflage the equipment just like
my observation post. No one will
ever know it's there.
Astonished reactions around the table.
RIKER
You can't be serious.
NIKOLAI
I realize it would only provide
atmosphere for a limited area of
the surface. But it would be
enough to save one village.
PICARD
I have no intention of compounding
what you've already done by
committing another gross violation
of the Prime Directive.
NIKOLAI
The Boraalans have a rich and
beautiful culture... a deep
spiritual life. They deserve the
chance to survive.
It's hard not to be moved by Nikolai's passion.
NIKOLAI
Isn't that what the Prime
Directive was truly intended to
do... allow cultures to survive
and grow naturally?
TROI
Not entirely. The Prime Directive
was designed to ensure non-interference.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT ONE 14.
12 CONTINUED: (2)
Beverly is feeling a little conflicted -- she wishes
they could do something.
BEVERLY
But aren't we intefering either
way? If we take no action, it's
a conscious decision to let the
Boraalans die.
Nikolai seizes on this.
NIKOLAI
Exactly.
(beat)
We have the power to save some of
them... all we have to do is
exercise it.
But Picard is not persuaded.
PICARD
The Prime Directive is a principle
we've all sworn to uphold. Until
that is changed, we cannot follow
any other course of action. Is
that understood?
There's a long beat as Nikolai struggles to control his
emotions. Finally, he acquiesces.
NIKOLAI
There are several log recorders in
my observation post... They
contain most of my research.
Since it appears that the only way
I'll be able to preserve Boraalan
culture is in a museum, I would
like permission to return to the
surface and retrieve them.
Picard doesn't want to make this any harder on Nikolai
that it already is, but Nikolai's ploy is transparent.
PICARD
I'm afraid that won't be possible.
You may have full use of the
ship's computers to set up a com
link and upload your data from
here.
Nikolai nods silently. Picard looks around the somber
table.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 15.
12 CONTINUED: (3)
PICARD
(continuing)
If there's nothing further, you're
dismissed.
The meeting breaks up. Everyone files out except
Nikolai who continues to sit, staring off into space.
Worf approaches him, trying to help.
WORF
(gently)
Nikolai... I am sorry. I wish
there were another way.
Nikolai doesn't respond; his expression is unreadable.
WORF
(continuing, presses on)
I am quite familiar with our
communications systems. If you
wish, I will help you set up your
com link.
NIKOLAI
No. I'll do it myself.
Then Nikolai abruptly gets up and EXITS. OFF Worf's
expression.
13 INT. BRIDGE
Picard, Riker, and Beverly at their stations; Data is
at Ops and Worf is at Tactical; various N.D.s man the
other stations.
DATA
(off console)
Captain, the atmospheric
dissipation has accelerated over
the past several hours. I
estimate the planet's atmosphere
will be completely gone within
four minutes.
As Picard and Riker exchange a grim look, the aft
Turbolift DOORS OPEN and Nikolai ENTERS. He moves to
Picard; he seems uncharacteristically subdued.
NIKOLAI
I've completed my data uplink,
Captain.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 16.
13 CONTINUED:
NIKOLAI (Cont'd)
With your permission, I'd like to
integrate my research logs into
the ship's library computer.
PICARD
Of course.
Nikolai nods and moves to an aft science station; he
doesn't even look at Worf as he passes by. Nikolai
begins to works his console.
DATA
(off console)
The mesosphere is gone. Ionic
reactions are now beginning to
break down the troposphere.
PICARD
Put it on-screen...
14 THE VIEWSCREEN (OPTICAL)
displays the planet, as before.
15 RESUME SCENE (OPTICAL)
Picard and Riker reacts to the grim sight. Suddenly,
the VIEWSCREEN image FRITZES OUT, filling with STATIC.
PICARD
What's going on?
DATA
It appears that the plasmonic
reactions are continuing to
interfere with our sensors.
RIKER
I thought you'd already
compensated for that.
DATA
(puzzled)
I had, sir...
(beat)
I will attempt to engage
additional filtering elements...
Data works his console for a beat. A moment later, the
VIEWSCREEN CLEARS and the original image returns.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 17.
15 CONTINUED:
DATA
(continuing)
Visual re-established.
A beat, then Picard stands and addresses the entire
Bridge crew as he looks the Viewscreen.
PICARD
This is one of the times when we
must face the ramifications of the
Prime Directive... and honor the
lives we cannot save.
Nikolai moves away from his console.
NIKOLAI
I find no honor in this
whatsoever, Captain. You'll
excuse me if I don't stay.
Picard watches Nikolai as he EXITS via the aft
Turbolift. Then the room becomes silent as everyone
stares at the Viewscreen...
16 THE VIEWSCREEN (OPTICAL)
shows the final moments of the planet as its last
layers of atmosphere disappear. In a few moments, it's
all over. The planet has gone from a verdant globe to
a charred, barren rock.
17 RESUME SCENE
It's an incredibly difficult moment. Beverly looks
down... Riker is deeply affected... Data's expression
is unreadable... and Picard watches the Viewscreen
unflinchingly.
A silent, emotional beat.
PICARD
Number One, I'll be in my Ready
Room. You have the Bridge.
Riker acknowledges and Picard EXITS to the Ready Room.
The mood on the Bridge slowly returns to normal.
RIKER
Helm, take us out of orbit. Set
course for Starbase eighty-seven,
warp five.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 18.
17 CONTINUED:
HELMSMAN'S VOICE (O.S.)
Aye, sir.
Suddenly one of the Aft Science stations SPARKS and
goes dead.
RIKER
What happened?
DATA
There appears to be an unusual
power drain in the EPS
distribution net...
RIKER
What's the source?
DATA
Unknown, sir... it is difficult to
localize.
Worf checks his own console.
WORF
The power drain has registered on
my security grid as well, sir...
it appears to be coming from deck
ten.
RIKER
(considers)
All right, Worf. Get a security
team on it.
Worf acknowledges. He moves to the Turbolift and
EXITS.
18 INT. CORRIDOR - JUNCTION
Worf is with TWO N.D. SECURITY OFFICERS; each person
has a TRICORDER.
WORF
(checks tricorder)
Concentrate your scans on the EPS
transfer links...
The N.D.s nod and the group splits up.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 19.
19 ANOTHER SECTION OF CORRIDOR - NEAR HOLODECK
as Worf moves down the hall, scanning. He stops in
front of the entrance to a Holodeck and looks at his
tricorder, puzzled. He taps the door control, but
nothing happens.
WORF
Computer. Open Holodeck Five.
COMPUTER VOICE
Unable to comply. Holodeck Five
is in use.
WORF
Override. Authorization, Worf
Theta-six-one-nine.
COMPUTER VOICE
Unable to comply. Holodeck
control systems have been
bypassed.
Worf reacts, surprised, but before he can do anything
else, the Holodeck doors suddenly OPEN. Worf peers
inside, but it's extremely dark -- he can't see a
thing.
NIKOLAI (O.S.)
Worf... Come in...
Worf cautiously steps in...
20 INT. HOLODECK/CAVERN (OPTICAL)
as Worf ENTERS, the DOORS CLOSE behind him. It's still
dark, but now he can see Nikolai standing there,
holding a PADD.
WORF
What are you doing here?
NIKOLAI
I have to show you something.
Follow me...
Nikolai leads Worf down a short passage. As they walk,
Worf realizes that they are in a cave. Nikolai stops
in front of a section of the cave wall.
NIKOLAI
(continuing)
Whatever you do, stay quiet.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT ONE 20.
20 CONTINUED:
Worf still has no idea what's going on, but he nods.
Nikolai taps the PADD, and a small section of the cave
wall DISAPPEARS, leaving a hole. Nikolai motions to
the hole.
NIKOLAI
Look.
Worf steps up. He peers through the hole and sees...
21 THE BORAALANS - IN THE CAVERN - WORF'S POV (OPTICAL)
It is identical to the scene that Worf saw on the
planet. Everyone of the Boraalans is there, most of
them sleeping, and nothing seems out of the ordinary.
22 RESUME SCENE
Worf pulls back from the hole and stares in shock at
Nikolai. Worf doesn't even have to make the
accusation.
NIKOLAI
I've done what you refused to do.
I've saved them.
OFF Worf's expression.
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT ONE
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT TWO 21.
ACT TWO
FADE IN:
23 INT. ENTERPRISE - CORRIDOR
Worf and Nikolai on the move. Worf is barely listening--he's
seething, so angry he can't speak. Nikolai, on
the other hand, is energized, expansive -- taking
relish in the ingeniousness of his plan.
NIKOLAI
I started thinking about this days
ago... when it became clear the
planet was doomed. I knew if I
could get access to your ship's
computer, I'd be able to generate
a replica of the caves...
He glances at Worf for a response, but Worf doesn't
even look at him.
NIKOLAI
The hard part was transporting the
Boraalans into the Holodeck
without anyone on the Enterprise
noticing. But I was able to blank
out the sensors and make it look
like interference from the
plasmonic (TECHS).
They come to a halt in front of a Turbolift.
NIKOLAI
And it worked. Perfectly. The
Boraalans were transported while
they were sleeping -- they didn't
even know anything had happened.
The Turbolift door OPENS and the two go in...
24 INT. TURBOLIFT - CONTINUOUS
WORF
Bridge.
NIKOLAI
It's a simple plan, really...
that's the beauty of it.
(beat, a glance at Worf)
Trust me, Worf -- this is going to
work.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT TWO 22.
24 CONTINUED:
That's all Worf can take.
WORF
(furious)
Trust you? You never had any
intention of obeying the Captain!
Nikolai doesn't back down an inch.
NIKOLAI
I wasn't going to let those people
die just because your Captain
started quoting Federation dogma
to me.
WORF
Your duty was to respect the
Captain's orders and uphold the
Prime Directive.
Nikolai eyes him.
NIKOLAI
Duty. That's all that really
matters to you, isn't it?
(beat)
Well, I refuse to be bound by an
abstraction. The lives of the
people of Boraal are far more
important to me.
Nikolai regards Worf for a moment, then smiles, claps
him on the shoulder in an attempt to break the tension
of the moment.
NIKOLAI
Worf... you worry too much. You
always did. Everything will work
out.
But Worf isn't having any. He pulls away.
WORF
You have disgraced yourself... and
you have disgraced me. I want
nothing more to do with you.
And he turns his back on Nikolai.
CUT TO:
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT TWO 23.
25 INT. READY ROOM
Picard and Nikolai. The scene is already in progress;
Picard is furious.
PICARD
You realize your career is
finished.
NIKOLAI
I know that, Captain. And I would
do it all again.
PICARD
What do you expect us to do now?
You've left us with a colony of
Boraalans who think they're still
on their planet.
NIKOLAI
I didn't beam them up here without
a plan. I've given this a lot of
thought.
Nikolai begins to move around the room, excited,
persuasive...
NIKOLAI
I believe we can find a new
planet... an M-class world...
which can become their new home.
Picard is extremely skeptical.
PICARD
A home which would look very
different from Boraal... you can't
really believe they'd be fooled...
Nikolai smiles, confident.
NIKOLAI
That's where the Holodeck comes
in. I'll go back and tell the
Boraalans we're going on a
journey... to a different place,
where they'll be safe from the
storms. The Holodeck can change
the terrain gradually as we
travel... so that at the end, the
Holodeck simulation will match the
conditions on the new planet.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT TWO 24.
25 CONTINUED:
NIKOLAI (Cont'd)
(beat)
And then, we'll beam them down.
It's a troubling, but intriguing notion. Picard
doesn't have many options, and he considers this one
carefully.
PICARD
What if it doesn't work? What if
they become aware that something
strange is going on?
NIKOLAI
I can't prepare for every
contingency. But I assure you --
I'm used to thinking on my feet.
I'll deal with the situation as it
evolves.
Picard takes a breath, comes to a decision.
PICARD
I'm not enthusiastic about this
plan... but I don't see another
option. We'll give it a try.
Nikolai is pleased, but Picard remains troubled.
CUT TO:
26 INT. STELLAR CARTOGRAPHY
Picard, Data and Beverly are standing around the
central globe as GEORDI, Worf, and Nikolai work at of
one the large monitors.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT TWO 25.
27 ANGLE ON PICARD, DATA, AND BEVERLY
BEVERLY
There are countless M-class
planets in Federation space which
could support the Boraalans.
We'll have to narrow the
parameters.
DATA
I estimate it will take
approximately nine and one half
hours to complete the analysis.
PICARD
And even then there's no guarantee
we'll be able to find a suitable
planet...
DATA
That is correct.
GEORDI (O.S.)
Excuse me, Captain... but I think
you better take a look at this...
Beverly and Data turn their attention back to their
search as Picard moves to join Geordi and the others.
28 GEORDI, WORF, AND NIKOLAI
are studying an OKUDAGRAM which shows an intricate
schematic of the Holodeck systems. Worf is treating
Nikolai as if he weren't there. Picard joins the
group.
PICARD
What is it?
GEORDI
We've got a problem, sir. I don't
think it's going to be possible to
keep this Holodeck simulation
stable.
PICARD
(concerned)
Why not?
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT TWO 26.
28 CONTINUED:
GEORDI
The plasmonic energy surges from
the planet have affected some of
the ship's systems. We're having
problems with the EPS subsystems
and the power distribution matrix.
NIKOLAI
As a result, the Holodeck imaging
processor has been severely
destabilized.
GEORDI
It's not a question of whether the
simulation is going to break
down... it's a question of when.
A beat.
PICARD
There's no way around it?
GEORDI
Not while it's running. To fix
it, I'd have to shut down all of
the Holodecks and re-initialize
the entire system.
PICARD
That would take hours...
NIKOLAI
We'll just have to hope the
simulation holds long enough.
PICARD
Very well. Let's try it.
(to Geordi)
Monitor the situation closely,
Mister La Forge.
(MORE)
184:[4,#b]
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT TWO 27.
28 CONTINUED: (2)
PICARD (Cont'd)
Keep an open com link with the
Holodeck so you can be apprised of
any problems.
GEORDI
Aye, sir.
Geordi moves off to join Data and Beverly, leaving
Picard alone with Nikolai and Worf. Nikolai is eager
to begin.
NIKOLAI
I'll go back to the Holodeck as
soon as my surgical alterations
are complete. I'll prepare the
Boraalans for their "journey."
PICARD
Considering the situation you've
put us in, I don't think it's wise
to leave you alone with those
people. Mister Worf will
accompany you.
Worf is caught off guard by this.
WORF
Sir. Perhaps someone else would
be a better choice. Counselor
Troi is familiar with --
PICARD
No, the Boraalans already know
you. There's no need to introduce
anyone new.
WORF
(reluctant)
Yes, sir.
PICARD
Keep a close eye on your brother.
I don't want him making the
situation any worse than it is.
Picard moves off, and Worf shoots a baleful glare at
Nikolai. This is the last thing he wants to do.
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT TWO
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 28.
ACT THREE
FADE IN:
29 INT. HOLODECK/CAVERN
as seen earlier.
30 WORF AND NIKOLAI
ENTER from one of the passages. Each man has a large,
heavy SACK slung over his back (NOTE: Worf and Nikolai
are back in their Boraalan make-up and costume). The
Boraalans, including Vorin, gather around, overjoyed to
see them alive.
NIKOLAI
Here... we have food...
Nikolai feels very comfortable with these people, and
he's clearly happy to be back. But Worf is keeping to
himself, still wary of his role here. Nikolai
addresses the group.
NIKOLAI
(continuing)
My friends, this is difficult to
say... but you have the right to
know.
(beat)
By the time Worf and I reached the
surface, the village was gone.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT THREE 29.
30 CONTINUED:
NIKOLAI (Cont'd)
The storms had destroyed
everything. There is nothing for
us to return to.
The news is devastating to the Boraal.
DOBARA
We can't survive in here... our
supplies won't last forever.
NIKOLAI
That is why we must leave. There
is a place far from here where
there are no storms. It will be
a difficult journey, but in the
end, we will have a new home...
WORF
I know a way through the caves.
We can travel safely until we
return to the surface.
The words don't come easily to Worf -- he's very
uncomfortable in this role -- but it seems to satisfy
the group. However, Vorin still seems a bit
unconvinced.
VORIN
Where is this new land?
Worf, of course, doesn't know -- the new planet hasn't
been found yet. He tries to keep it as vague as he
can.
WORF
As we said, it is far from here.
It will not be like the home you
knew... even the stars may be
different.
It's hardly a satisfying answer, and Vorin continues to
press him.
VORIN
Why would they be different? And
how do you know we'll be safe
there?
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 30.
30 CONTINUED: (2)
Nikolai sees that Worf is floundering... and the last
thing they need is dissension here -- Nikolai has to
cover for him.
NIKOLAI
(with conviction)
Vorin. Remember -- my brother is
a Seer. If he says we'll be
safe... you can trust that we
will be.
Vorin seems a little chastened, though still not
satisfied. But before he can reply, he's interrupted
by a SCREAM from across the cave.
31 ANOTHER ANGLE - INCLUDING THE POOL
Tarrana is standing near the natural pool, obviously
terrified. A BUCKET is on the ground at her feet.
Everyone rushes over to see what's happening. Kateras
goes to Tarrana and holds her.
KATERAS
What's wrong?
TARRANA
Look...
She points a trembling hand at the pool. Worf,
Nikolai, and Dobara peer cautiously into the pool...
32 INSIDE THE POOL (OPTICAL)
the Holodeck grid lines appear below the surface of the
water.
33 RESUME SCENE
Dobara pulls back in fear and wonder. Nikolai and Worf
exchange a look. Worf knows he has to come up with an
explanation quickly -- as well as get rid of this
Holodeck glitch. Since he's been forced into the role
of Seer, he might as well play into it.
WORF
Do not worry... it is an omen...
DOBARA
What does it mean?
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 30A.
33 CONTINUED:
Worf gets an idea. He speaks slowly and deliberately,
emphasizing certain phrases -- he's trying to get a
message across...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 31.
33 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
This is the sign of... La Forge.
It is a message to travellers...
34 INT. ENGINEERING
Geordi is keeping an eye on the Holodeck and monitoring
Worf's communications. But right now, he's looking a
little puzzled.
WORF'S COM VOICE
(continuing)
It is said that when these lines
appear and disappear in a pool of
water...
Geordi gets it. He quickly works the console as Worf's
voice continues in the background.
WORF'S COM VOICE
(continuing)
The road ahead will be filled with
good fortune...
GEORDI
(to himself)
Hang in there, Worf... just give
me a second...
(beat)
There, that should do it...
35 INT. HOLODECK/CAVERN - THE POOL (OPTICAL)
as the water returns to normal. Worf breathes a sigh
of relief. The group -- including Vorin -- regards
Worf with renewed respect.
NIKOLAI
(to group)
You see? Our journey is already
blessed. We have a long road
ahead. Let's have a meal, and
then we can make preparations to
leave.
As the Boraalans move away, Tarrana gives Worf a little
smile -- she's clearly impressed with him.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 32.
35 CONTINUED:
NIKOLAI
(continuing, quieter to
Worf)
Good work...
(beat)
It seems we're not such a bad team
after all.
WORF
(disgusted)
We are not a "team." I am here
because Captain Picard ordered me
here.
NIKOLAI
Worf -- don't we share the same
goal? Aren't we both trying to
make this plan work?
WORF
Only because you forced us into
it.
NIKOLAI
I'm not ashamed of what I did.
I'm not sorry I saved their
lives...
WORF
You have not changed. You still
expect others to solve the
problems you create.
Nikolai stares at him, realizing that there is more
here than resentment over the present situation.
NIKOLAI
I'm not here to work out the
issues of our childhood. I'm
trying to save a people I care
about. And if that upsets you --
so be it.
He walks off, leaving Worf in frustrated turmoil.
CUT TO:
36 INT. STELLAR CARTOGRAPHY
Data and Beverly are standing front of the large
monitor. Data works the console.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 33.
36 CONTINUED:
DATA
These are the two planets which
best match our search criteria...
37 THE MONITOR
displays graphics of two similar-looking planets and
associated information.
38 RESUME SCENE
DATA
Draygo Four features an unusually
large temperate zone. However, it
is within three light-years of
Cardassian space.
Beverly reacts, dismayed.
BEVERLY
There are constant border disputes
in that sector...
DATA
The alternative is Vacca Six. It
is located in the Cabral sector...
BEVERLY
(hopeful)
That's pretty isolated...
DATA
It offers a less hospitable
climate than the Boraalans are
accustomed to. However, it would
still appear to be the better
choice.
Beverly studies the monitor unhappily -- this is not an
easy decision to make.
DATA
Do you disagree, Doctor?
BEVERLY
No, Data... you're right. It's
just that... the enormity of what
we're doing is overwhelming.
We're deciding the future of a
species.
DATA
It is a formidable responsibility.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 34.
38 CONTINUED:
BEVERLY
There are so many questions we
can't answer... what if the
climate is so different that it
affects them in some way we can't
anticipate? Can we even be sure
they'll survive? And if they do,
how will their society evolve
here... and what impact will it
have on the Vaccan system?
(beat)
We have no idea what this decision
will mean for their future.
DATA
I do not believe we can offer any
guarantees, Doctor. We can simply
make the best choice we have at
the moment.
She stares at the images.
BEVERLY
Right.
(beat)
Well, Vacca Six it is, then.
DATA
(taps combadge)
Data to Bridge...
INTERCUT:
39 INT. BRIDGE
Picard and Riker at their stations.
PICARD
Picard here...
DATA
We have located a new home for the
Boraalans, sir. It is Vacca Six
in the Cabral sector.
Riker checks his chair console.
RIKER
(to Picard)
At maximum warp, we could be there
in less than forty-two hours, sir.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 34A.
39 CONTINUED:
PICARD
Very well.
(to helm)
Helm. Set course for Vacca Six.
CUT TO:
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 35.
40 INT. HOLODECK/CAVERN
Worf sits alone in a corner of the cave, fuming. As he
eats some simple food, he sees Nikolai and Dobara
preparing a meal together across the cave. They're
sitting close to each other, laughing and touching --
it all seems very intimate. The scene doesn't help
Worf's attitude at all. He tries to concentrate on his
food.
Then Worf hears a light SCRATCHING SOUND. He turns to
see Vorin, sitting nearby, looking at him. Vorin has
a long SCROLL unrolled in front of him, and as he
watches Worf, he draws on the scroll with an intricate-looking
ALIEN STYLUS.
Worf moves over to him, curious, and looks down at
Vorin's scroll.
41 THE SCROLL
is a beautifully-detailed drawing, filled with figures
and symbols and delicate alien script, similar in feel
to hieroglyphics. Vorin is working on a representation
of TWO MALE FIGURES leading a small group of people.
42 RESUME SCENE
WORF
What is this?
VORIN
(simply)
Our chronicle.
He sees Worf's puzzled expression.
VORIN
(continuing)
The history of our village.
Doesn't your village keep a
chronicle?
WORF
(covering)
Not in this manner.
VORIN
Then how do you teach your
children their history... who
their ancestors were... and where
they come from?
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 36.
42 CONTINUED:
WORF
We tell each other stories... make
up songs...
VORIN
Stories change with each person
who tells them. This...
(indicates scroll)
... will always be the same.
(proudly)
Our chronicle has been maintained
for seventeen generations. I was
only able to save the last six.
The regret on Vorin's face is clear -- these scrolls
mean a great deal to him. He indicates the drawing of
the two figures he was working on.
VORIN
(continuing)
This shows the destruction of our
village... and this is you and
Nikolai leading us to safety.
To Worf, the thought of being incorporated into the
history of these people is a bit unsettling.
WORF
(loudly)
We must leave. Gather your
belongings.
In the b.g., the group begins to stir, picking up their
things. Meanwhile, Vorin is looking around frantically
for something.
VORIN
(concerned)
One of the scrolls is gone...
(thinks)
I must have dropped it in the
passageway... I'll go look...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT THREE 37.
42 CONTINUED: (2)
Vorin begins to move towards a passageway. But
considering the problems with the Holodeck, Worf is
reluctant to let him leave the group.
WORF
We must stay together. You will
have to leave it behind.
VORIN
(shocked by the
suggestion)
Worf. The chronicle is the life
of our village. Without that
past, our future means nothing.
I must find it.
A beat.
WORF
Go... and return quickly.
Vorin nods and moves off. As Worf watches him go...
KATERAS (O.S.)
Seer!
Kateras comes up to Worf, a smile on his face.
KATERAS
(continuing)
I'm an old man... would you help
me with my gear?
Kateras has definitely taken a shine to Worf. He leads
Worf to another spot in the cave; Worf follows
reluctantly.
Worf begins to help him pack his gear, which consists
of a small BEDROLL and some BLANKETS. As they work,
Tarrana walks by, deliberately passing close to Worf.
She gives him a sweet look and then picks up a blanket
and moves away.
KATERAS
(continuing, proudly)
That is Tarrana... my daughter.
I am fortunate that she was old
enough to survive the storms.
WORF
She is a... fine girl.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT THREE 38.
42 CONTINUED: (3)
KATERAS
She is a beautiful girl.
Worf reacts -- he can see where this is going.
KATERAS
(continuing)
She hasn't been promised to
anyone. If I don't reach our new
home -- I would like her to become
your wife.
At every turn, Worf is getting more and more involved
with these people -- and that's the last thing he
wanted to do.
WORF
You will reach your new home... I
promise.
CUT TO:
43 INT. HOLODECK/CAVERN (OPTICAL)
Vorin is moving slowly through a passage holding a
lamp, searching carefully. A look of relief comes over
his face -- up ahead, he sees a SCROLL lying on the
ground. But as he moves to pick it up, he pulls back
in astonishment. On the wall in front of him he sees
A PIECE OF THE HOLODECK ARCH sticking out of the cave
wall.
He tentatively reaches out and touches the Arch piece.
As he does, a section of the CAVE WALL DEMATERIALIZES,
revealing the ENTIRE HOLODECK ARCH/EXIT.
Vorin stares at the Arch in astonishment. He sets down
his lamp and takes a step toward the arch; the DOORS
OPEN, revealing the Enterprise Corridor.
OFF Vorin's stunned expression.
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT THREE
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FOUR 39.
ACT FOUR
FADE IN:
44 INT. CORRIDOR
Vorin is moving down the corridor, confused and
overwhelmed by everything around him. He passes a few
N.D. CIVILIANS who give him puzzled looks. Vorin has
never seen people like these and it terrifies him. He
has to get away from them... He stumbles towards the
Ten Forward doors which OPEN...
45 INT. TEN FORWARD (CONTINUOUS)
The usual crowd. Riker and Troi are sitting together
at one of the tables when the DOORS OPEN and Vorin
ENTERS.
Vorin looks around in horror -- this is even worse than
the corridor. The room, the people, the windows
looking out into empty space -- everything here
terrifies him.
People are beginning to notice him... an N.D. CIVILIAN
approaches Vorin slowly, trying to calm him down...
Vorin backs himself against the windows as people
gather around, trying to help...
46 ANOTHER ANGLE
By now, Riker and Troi have moved in to take charge of
the situation. Riker motions to the crowd of N.D.s
surrounding Vorin.
RIKER
All right, everybody... back
off...
As the group backs off, Troi moves closer to Vorin,
slowly and carefully. Her voice is soothing,
calming...
TROI
I know things must look very
strange to you... but everything's
going to be fine. No one is going
to hurt you...
There's no answer, just raw, inarticulate fear. Vorin
appears close to tears.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FOUR 40.
46 CONTINUED:
TROI
(continuing)
We're friends of Nikolai and
Worf... Don't be afraid...
Vorin reacts to the name.
VORIN
Nikolai... ?
Troi seizes on the fact that the name is something he
recognizes...
TROI
Yes, he is my friend... and that
means you are, too. I promise I
won't hurt you...
Troi's words are having an effect... Vorin makes a
tentative move toward her...
VORIN
Please... help me...
He begins shaking uncontrollably.
VORIN
Where am I?
Troi puts her hand on Vorin's shoulder, trying to
comfort him. She and Riker exchange a worried look.
CUT TO:
47 INT. SICKBAY
Vorin is sitting quietly on the main Sickbed. Troi is
nearby, staying close to him; an N.D. Security Guard
watches Vorin warily. Beverly and Picard are off to
one side, conferring in low tones.
BEVERLY
I'm sorry, there's nothing I can
do... his neural physiology is
unusual. I can't wipe his memory.
PICARD
I see...
(long beat)
How is he?
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FOUR 41.
47 CONTINUED:
BEVERLY
As well as can be expected. I
gave him a mild sedative, and
Deanna's been talking to him the
whole time. He's calmed down a
lot.
PICARD
Does he understand the situation?
BEVERLY
I think so.
A beat.
PICARD
All right. Get in touch with
Mister Worf... make sure he knows
what's happened.
Beverly nods and EXITS. Picard moves to join Troi and
Vorin.
TROI
This is Captain Picard.
PICARD
Vorin, isn't it?
Vorin nods, eyeing Picard, unsure of his intentions.
He's on edge, still frightened and confused, unsure of
the people and surroundings in this strange place.
VORIN
Why did you bring us here?
PICARD
Your planet was dying... it could
no longer support life. So we
took you away from it.
Vorin struggles with the concept, trying to understand.
VORIN
But... we never left the caves...
It's not easy to explain.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/28/93 - ACT FOUR 42.
47 CONTINUED: (2)
PICARD
We have the ability to create
the... illusion of other places,
like the caves on your planet.
You have actually been on this
starship for the last two days...
not on Boraal.
Each answer is another blow to Vorin's sense of
reality. He tries to keep himself under control as he
turns to Troi.
VORIN
Then our home... is gone?
TROI
(beat)
Yes.
Vorin is in anguish, lost -- he has no idea what to say
or do. Picard tries to give him some hope.
PICARD
Vorin. Listen to me. We can
travel to many worlds. We will
take you to one where your people
can build a new life...
Vorin is extremely upset by this.
VORIN
A new life... ?
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/28/93 - ACT FOUR 43.
47 CONTINUED: (3)
Picard tries to explain.
PICARD
A chance... for your people...
your culture... to survive and
grow.
Vorin sinks back onto the Sickbed in despair.
VORIN
How can we grow when everything
that made us who we are... is
gone?
Picard doesn't how to respond -- Vorin's words echo his
own feelings about the Prime Directive and this entire
situation. OFF Picard's disturbed expression.
CUT TO:
48 EXT. HOLODECK/SURFACE - RUGGED TERRAIN - DAY
The Boraalans have emerged from the caves onto barren,
rocky terrain. Everyone is loaded with gear in simple
PACKS on their backs; a couple of people are also
hauling TRAVOIS (a pair of wooden poles joined by a
strip of canvas) loaded with supplies. Nikolai is in
the lead with Dobara and several of the others.
Meanwhile, Worf is helping Kateras over a rough patch
of ground.
Kateras huffs with the strain of the march. Worf takes
Kateras' pack from him.
WORF
I will carry this. Go join the
others...
KATERAS
Thank you, Seer...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT FOUR 44.
48 CONTINUED:
As Kateras moves off, he passes Nikolai coming back to
join Worf. Nikolai watches as Kateras slowly makes his
way to the others.
NIKOLAI
It'll be dark in a few hours...
Can you tell Mister La Forge to
create a suitable campsite for us
a few kilometers from here?
Nikolai trails off as he notices Worf's angry mood.
NIKOLAI
(continuing)
What's the matter?
WORF
Vorin has left the Holodeck.
NIKOLAI
(shocked)
How did he get out?
WORF
I don't know. But Doctor Crusher
cannot erase his memory.
NIKOLAI
What will they do with him?
WORF
They have explained the situation
to him... he must make his own
decision.
Nikolai looks at Worf with disbelief.
NIKOLAI
Are you saying that if Vorin wants
to come back in here... they'll
let him?
WORF
That is his right. He's not a
prisoner.
NIKOLAI
If he comes back and tells the
others what he's seen on the
Enterprise, everything we've done
will be for nothing...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT FOUR 45.
48 CONTINUED: (2)
Worf can't take any more of this -- he explodes.
WORF
You should've considered that
before you beamed them aboard!
Worf glares at Nikolai, the pent-up frustrations of the
past pouring out of him.
WORF
But you never think about the
consequences of your acts.
NIKOLAI
If you mean I'm willing to do
something -- while others hesitate --
that's true.
WORF
Wherever you go, you create chaos.
How many times did our parents lie
awake at night, wondering what
kind of trouble you were in?
Stung, Nikolai lashes out.
NIKOLAI
If only I could have been more
like you -- Worf, the perfect son.
WORF
I was not perfect -- but I was not
wild and disobedient.
NIKOLAI
Of course not. You were too busy
doing your duty.
WORF
I would rather be accused of that --
than of making our mother weep.
The two men glare at each other for a beat.
WORF
(continuing)
But it is clear you have no
intention of changing. I see no
reason to discuss it further.
Worf walks away in disgust, and moves to join the rest
of the group. Dobara, who is nearby, looks from one to
the other, concerned. As the group continues on its
march...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FOUR 45A.
49 A ROCK OUTCROPPING (OPTICAL)
begins to SHIMMER and DISSOLVE into the Holodeck
gridlines (note: none of our characters sees this
happening). The effect only lasts a few seconds, and
the rock quickly returns to normal -- but it's clear
that the Holodeck is breaking down.
CUT TO:
50 EXT. HOLODECK/SURFACE - CAMP - NIGHT
The Boraalans have made camp for the night. There is
a CAMPFIRE and a few simple TENTS have been pitched.
The tents are lit from within by the oil lamps, and the
shadows of the Boraalans can be seen against the tent
walls. The strains of an alien instrument can be heard
in the b.g. It's a beautiful, peaceful sight.
51 ANOTHER ANGLE - WORF
is off by himself in a secluded spot, talking on the
com with Geordi. Worf is concerned and frustrated.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FOUR 46.
51 CONTINUED:
WORF
Commander, the Holodeck
malfunctions are increasing...
INTERCUT:
52 INT. ENGINEERING
Geordi at a console.
GEORDI
I'm running every stabilization
routine I know...
WORF
How much longer until we reach the
new planet?
GEORDI
We'll be there in less than eight
hours... You just have to hold
things together a little while
longer...
Suddenly, Worf hears the sound of SOMEONE
APPROACHING...
WORF
(to com)
Someone is coming...
END INTERCUT:
A short beat later, Worf sees Dobara moving toward him.
DOBARA
May I speak with you?
WORF
Of course.
They sit down on a couple of nearby rocks.
DOBARA
I don't know what Nikolai said to
you, but please... forgive him.
WORF
It is an... old argument.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FOUR 47.
52 CONTINUED:
DOBARA
I've never seen him like this.
He's usually so confident, so sure
of himself... But now he seems...
different. Do you know why?
After a beat.
WORF
No. I do not.
Dobara scrutinizes him carefully, as though to search
for a deeper meaning behind his words. She proceeds
carefully.
DOBARA
Ever since Vorin was lost, people
have been afraid... worried that
we won't reach our new home.
(beat)
We need Nikolai's strength now...
more than ever.
As she continues, Worf can see how intensely personal
her feelings are for Nikolai.
DOBARA
(continuing)
When the storms first came to our
village, many of us were ready to
die... but Nikolai refused to let
us. He gathered us together and
led us into the caves. He saved
us.
(beat)
He's a brave and compassionate
man... and I love him. Please go
to him... make things right
between you. I want us to be a
family.
Worf reacts.
WORF
Us?
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FOUR 48.
52 CONTINUED: (2)
DOBARA
Yes. I want you to consider
yourself my brother.
Dobara places her hand gently on her stomach.
DOBARA
(continuing)
After all -- you're going to be
the uncle of my child.
OFF Worf's expression.
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT FOUR
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FIVE 49.
ACT FIVE
FADE IN:
53 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (STOCK OPTICAL)
as it enters orbit around Vacca Six.
54 INT. BRIDGE
Picard, Riker, and Data at their stations.
DATA
We are in synchronous orbit above
the beam-down site, sir.
PICARD
Good.
(to com)
Mister La Forge. How much longer
before we can transport the
Boraalans?
INTERCUT:
55 INT. ENGINEERING
Geordi is working some consoles.
GEORDI
(worried)
A few more hours, sir... but we've
got some problems here.
Picard and Riker exchange concerned looks.
GEORDI
(continuing)
I don't think the Holodeck's going
to last that long. We've had
materialization errors and
resolution failures all over the
place -- and it's getting worse.
The simulation could fall apart
any minute.
PICARD
(to com)
We'll have the Transporter room
standing by...
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FIVE 50.
55 CONTINUED:
PICARD (Cont'd)
We may need to transport the
Boraalans whether you're ready or
not. Keep Mister Worf apprised of
the situation.
END INTERCUT.
GEORDI'S COM VOICE
Aye, sir.
Picard rises and moves to the Turbolift.
PICARD
(continuing)
Commander, you have the Bridge...
We still have one more problem to
worry about...
Picard EXITS.
CUT TO:
56 INT. VORIN'S QUARTERS
Vorin is sitting in the middle of the room, clutching
his scroll, lost in his thoughts, a man out of place in
a strange world. The door CHIMES. For a second, he
doesn't know what it is, but then he remembers...
VORIN
Yes...
The DOORS OPEN and Picard ENTERS.
PICARD
Vorin. We've arrived at the
planet I told you about...
(beat)
Have you made a decision?
Vorin tries to speak with conviction, but it's clear
he's extremely uncertain.
VORIN
I believe I would like to go back
to my people.
Picard reacts -- he was afraid of this, but he knows he
can't prevent it.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/28/93 - ACT FIVE 51.
56 CONTINUED:
PICARD
I see.
(beat)
And what do you intend to tell
them?
VORIN
I don't know...
PICARD
If you tell them the truth -- what
will happen? Will they believe
you?
VORIN
I'm not sure. It is a fantastic
story.
PICARD
It's possible they'll think you
had an hallucination... or even
that you're insane...
Vorin considers this possibility.
VORIN
I don't think I'd like to live my
life knowing what I know -- and
being thought of as a madman...
PICARD
On the other hand, they may
believe your fantastic story.
They would learn about alien
worlds and starships...
VORIN
That would be disastrous. It
would destroy everything they
believed in...
Vorin comes to a sobering conclusion.
VORIN
I can't tell them the truth... but
I don't think I can live with a
secret.
PICARD
You can stay here. Make a future
for yourself... with us.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FIVE 51A.
56 CONTINUED: (2)
There's a long, silent beat as Vorin wrestles with
this.
VORIN
I need some time... please...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FIVE 52.
56 CONTINUED: (3)
Picard nods and EXITS. OFF Vorin's lost expression.
57 EXT. HOLODECK/SURFACE - CAMP - NIGHT
Worf and Nikolai are outside the tents, arguing.
WORF
How could you have mated with a
Boraalan? What were you thinking?
Nikolai turns and faces Worf squarely. The two men are
head-on, bristling, ready for a fight.
NIKOLAI
I don't owe you an explanation.
It's a matter between Dobara and
me.
WORF
As usual, you are thinking only of
yourself.
Nikolai reaches out and gives Worf a little shove in
the chest.
NIKOLAI
And as usual, you're here to point
out the error of my ways.
Worf gives Nikolai a shove right back.
WORF
You have treated Dobara with
dishonor.
Nikolai shoves Worf -- harder.
NIKOLAI
No -- I love her and I intend to
raise our child together.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/29/93 - ACT FIVE 53.
57 CONTINUED:
Worf is aghast at this.
WORF
That is impossible -- I cannot
allow you to stay here.
NIKOLAI
You will have to kill me first --
Suddenly, there is a huge CRACKLING SOUND from the sky.
Worf and Nikolai look up...
58 THE SKY (OPTICAL)
is beginning to shimmer, dissolving into gridlines and
then reforming... it's a spectacular and terrifying
sight (NOTE: the Holodeck simulation is completely
falling apart here and the precise optical effects
should reflect that).
59 RESUME SCENE
Nikolai and Worf exchange a look -- what are they going
to do? At that moment, Dobara, Kateras, and several of
the other N.D. Boraalans rush up and look fearfully
into the sky.
DOBARA
(to Worf and Nikolai)
What does it mean... ?
Nikolai makes a quick decision.
NIKOLAI
(grimly)
The storms have returned.
Worf reacts -- what is Nikolai up to? But the words
have the desired effect on the Boraalans -- they think
they're doomed.
KATERAS
We will be killed...
NIKOLAI
No! Worf has the power to end the
storms once and for all...
Worf stares at him... then realizes what he's saying.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 10/28/93 - ACT FIVE 54.
59 CONTINUED:
WORF
Yes. But everyone must take
shelter in the tents.
KATERAS
The tents won't protect us...
NIKOLAI
Worf will protect you. You must
trust him.
Nikolai tries to herd the Boraalans people toward their
tents, but they are frightened and unruly. Worf moves
away, talks quietly to Geordi.
WORF
Commander... it might help if you
could produce a storm...
60 INT. ENGINEERING
Geordi is working a console.
WORF'S COM VOICE
... wind, lightning and thunder.
GEORDI
I'll see what I can do...
61 EXT. HOLODECK/SURFACE - CAMP
The wind has started to blow... the camp is illuminated
by flashes of lightning... thunderous booms can be
heard... Everyone has to shout above the noise.
NIKOLAI
The storm is getting worse! You
must go to your tents -- now!
As the storm worsens, the Boraalans scramble madly into
their tents... In a few moments, everyone is inside,
leaving Worf and Nikolai alone in the middle of the
camp...
62 ANOTHER ANGLE (OPTICAL)
It's a bizarre scene as the wind howls and lightning
crackles. Worf and Nikolai check one last time, making
certain that everyone is inside, and then...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FIVE 55.
62 CONTINUED:
WORF
(to com)
Commander... Energize...
Worf, Nikolai and the tents DEMATERIALIZE...
63 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL)
as everything MATERIALIZES in the same position and in
what appears to be the same place -- except now it is
a calm and peaceful night. (NOTE: this is now supposed
to be the actual surface of the planet; it may be
appropriate to make minor changes to the set such as
placing various rocks in different places, etc.)
A few moments pass and then the Boraalans slowly emerge
from their tents. They stare all around in wonder.
WORF
The storms will not return.
NIKOLAI
What did I tell you? My brother
has saved us.
They look at Worf with awe and gratitude. Worf and
Nikolai exchange a meaningful look -- they pulled
together and it worked.
64 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
in orbit around Vacca Six.
PICARD (V.O.)
Captain's Log, Stardate 47427.2.
The Boraalans have safely reached
the site of what will eventually
become their new village. None of
them suspects they ever left their
planet. However, our success has
come at a high price...
65 INT. VORIN'S QUARTERS
Vorin lies dead on his bed. Picard watches grimly as
Beverly pulls the sheet up over his face.
BEVERLY
I think it was some form of ritual
suicide...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 11/01/93 - ACT FIVE 56.
65 CONTINUED:
PICARD
He said he had nowhere to go...
It's a solemn moment.
BEVERLY
He'd have died even if we hadn't
interfered...
PICARD
But he wouldn't have died alone...
and afraid...
BEVERLY
Are you saying you're sorry we
saved the Boraalans?
PICARD
No, of course not. Our plan
worked out well for them...
He glances down at the still form.
PICARD
(continuing)
But I wish Vorin could have
bridged the gap between our
cultures. I would have liked the
chance to know him better.
Beverly has no comment. Off their expressions...
CUT TO:
66 OMITTED
67 EXT. SURFACE - DAY
Nikolai stands near their tent with Dobara as Worf
approaches. Dobara looks at Worf a bit fearfully,
uncertain if the two are going to fight again.
NIKOLAI
Dobara... go inside.
DOBARA
Nikolai -- don't...
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 11/01/93 - ACT FIVE 56A.
67 CONTINUED:
NIKOLAI
Please.
She gives Worf a last look and then enters the tent.
NIKOLAI
I told you -- you'll have to kill
me to get me away from here.
Worf regards his brother for a long beat.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FIVE 57.
67 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
I don't want to fight you,
Nikolai.
These are two men trying to reach each other, trying to
find the way out of conflict and into resolution.
Nikolai takes a breath, tries to cut through.
NIKOLAI
Nothing was ever easy between us,
was it?
WORF
No.
Nikolai is trying to set things right between them --
even if it means making difficult admissions.
NIKOLAI
It's my fault. If I'd been more
like you, we wouldn't have had so
many problems.
Worf is touched by the gesture.
WORF
If you'd been more like me --
those people would not be here
now. You gave them a chance at a
new life.
Nikolai regards him... takes the next step.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - REV. 11/01/93 - ACT FIVE 58.
67 CONTINUED: (3)
NIKOLAI
Worf... I intend to share that
life with them. The village will
need someone to begin a new
chronicle... and my child will
need a father. My place is here.
(beat: a small smile)
Don't you see? I'm finally taking
responsibility.
Worf hesitates, then smiles as well.
WORF
You were never good at drawing...
how will you keep a chronicle?
Nikolai smiles -- they've reached a resolution.
NIKOLAI
I learn quickly.
WORF
Then perhaps there is hope...
Worf moves closer to Nikolai and picks up Vorin's pouch
of scrolls which lies nearby. He searches through the
pouch for a beat and then finds the one he was looking
for. Worf unrolls it -- it's the drawing Vorin made of
Worf and Nikolai.
WORF
(continuing)
May I take this with me?
NIKOLAI
It's yours.
A long beat as the two brothers share the personal
moment.
WORF
I will attempt to explain all this
to mother and father.
NIKOLAI
They won't understand.
WORF
They may. I will tell them... you
are happy.
OFF their expressions.
STAR TREK: "Homeward" - 10/27/93 - ACT FIVE 59.
68 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
as it leaves the planet behind.
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT FIVE
THE END
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