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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

#StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds season 4 ranks: 1. Off-Hour 2. Orders of Magnitude 3. Tomorrow’s Enterprise 4. The Griffin Incident 5. A Case of Chiaroscuro 6. Valles Marineris 7. Like Chronitons Through the Hourglass 8. Level-Five Transporter Accident 9. Human Best Friend 10. Once La’An a Time

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

You are a gem! Thank you for sharing this. I’m gonna have a lot of fun looking through this archive. Super cool.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Yes!! Thank you for this. There were three different versions I had in hand when I was buying and the other two were much larger but as you said, a variant. Either way, super cool construction

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Right?! I honestly was blown away when it lit up. Absolutely the stupidest grin on my face when I realized what it was. A one-off prop is cool enough, but the fact that it was re-used is so much cooler. Thanks!

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Thank you friend! ☺️ I feel really lucky…I don’t think anyone really knew what it was when it was posted in the auction, so fortune favors the ones with knowledge 😂. I got it for an incredibly good price for what it is.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Totally looks like it! 🤣 it’s definitely a custom build and the majority is 3D-printed and custom-wired. It’s super impressive. The amount of work the prop masters put into a prop that ultimately was only used for a few scenes of Star Trek is astounding. Huge appreciation for the craftsmanship.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

My love of #StarTrekDiscovery is immense and this is officially the coolest thing I think I will ever own. I will cherish it forever. The fact that it was repurposed for an incredibly iconic episode of #StrangeNewWorlds takes the cake. 🖖🏻

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Turns out, Tilly uses this prop as a “laser core sampler” to capture a piece of the asteroid so they can harvest the metreon-charged dark matter for the spore drive interface replacement in the excellent #StarTrekDiscovery episode, “New Eden”.

Tilly uses the laser core sampler to capture a piece of the asteroid in Star Trek: Discovery “New Eden”. The prop is lit up red, consistent with the previous images.

Tilly pick up the laser core sampler by the handles in Star Trek: Discovery “New Eden”.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

After getting this prop in hand, I noticed that there was internal wiring for a battery pack and a trigger on the handle. After hooking it up, I was super surprised to find that not only does it still light up, but the silver knob turns to allow for dimming of the red LEDs.

The “matter synthesizer” from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds “Those Old Scientists” is seen lit up with red LEDs inside the chamber with the clear acrylic window. A hand is seen squeezing the right handle of the prop. This discovery led to the screen match of the prop as a “laser core sampler” in Star Trek: Discovery “New Eden” as used by Tilly to sample the asteroid.

A different angle of the laser core sample from Star Trek: Discovery “New Eden”. The opening where the “laser” can be seen shows bright red LED.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I met up with the owner of the “radioactive” repurposed white yeti tumbler that was used in combination with the matter synthesizer for a photo op. With the “scifi prop” came the (surprisingly heavy) reaction vessel that Spock and Boimler are seen pouring the reaction mixture into.

A heavy dark stone vessel used as a reaction chamber in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds “Those Old Scientists”. The radioactive yeti tumbler is shown above, simulating the pouring of matter into the chamber.

A screenshot of the tumbler pouring a liquid into the reaction vessel as seen in the episode, “Those Old Scientists”.

Boimler and Spock are seen lifting a giant lid to put over the reaction vessel in “Those Old Scientists”. All three props (matter synthesizer, tumbler, and reaction vessel) can be seen.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I acquired this prop from the 403 Auction and it was labeled generically as “sci-fi prop.” It was prominently seen most recently in #StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds, “Those Old Scientists”, as a “matter synthesizer” when Boimler and Spock are working in the lab to synthesize horonium.

A custom-built production-made prop from Star Trek Strange New Worlds and Star Trek Discovery. In this configuration, it is billed as a “matter synthesizer.” The prop is made of 3D printed black and grey parts forming a cylindrical vessel along with metal parts clear curved acrylic viewing window. Paired with the prop is a white yeti tumbler that has a “radioactive label” on it.

The same prop mentioned in the first image from a side angle. The black handles have a repurposed PlayStation toggle joystick attached.

A screen capture from the Strange New Worlds episode “Those Old Scientists” showing Boimler on the lab. The matter synthesizer prop is seen on screen in front of him on a lab table.

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Bill Wolkoff @billwearsties.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

M’Ress? Um, yes! “Tomorrow’s Enterprise” is streaming now! #StrangeNewWorlds

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I’ve been holding off on my ranks…definitely the same top three but having a real hard time deciding what goes where.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I feel this lol. I was in the midst of my first full TNG watch when we met but admittedly only watched when she wasn’t around, so I could see how she drew that conclusion. Then I did my first DS9 watch and the pandemic happened and that’s when the Trekkie really came out full time 😂

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Even though my wife likes to claim I wasn’t forthcoming about my love of Star Trek on our first date, the proof is still there courtesy of this photo. 😂 Anyways, I feel like the luckiest guy. Very much looking forward to what the next ten years brings.

A picture of Caleb from September 2016 at the National Air and Space Museum in front of the original Enterprise model.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Ten years ago today, I woke up early and headed to brunch for my last first date. The date continued beyond brunch, included a museum trip, and ended with a sushi dinner. It was the best day. Ten years later, we have two dogs, twins, a house, and many wonderful memories. Life is great.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I believe it was from the library deleted scene with Troi and Riker

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I honestly don’t really understand what their goal was with focusing on Spock because it didn’t feel like anything new was added to his character by the end. Maybe a rewatch will be kinder but it was hard to take the emotional beats seriously.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The puppet episode is tough for me. Technically impressive and I want to like it but the pirate story behind it is lacking originality and the dream aspect also kills it for me.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Nice! I really like “A Case of Chiaroscuro” for the TOS vibes, Una getting something important to do, and Uhura’s greenness contrasted with M’Benga being a seasoned veteran in these situations.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Yeah, not a hard ranking at all. Terrarium for a brief second almost topped Subspace Rhapsody for how good the story is but that musical is just in a league of its own. Nostalgia and vibes wins out there.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds episode 9 ranked: 1. Subspace Rhapsody 2. Terrarium 3. All Those Who Wander 4. Once La’An a Time

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds season 4 ranks: 1. Off-Hour 2. Orders of Magnitude 3. The Griffin Incident 4. A Case of Chiaroscuro 5. Valles Marineris 6. Like Chronitons Through the Hourglass 7. Level-Five Transporter Accident 8. Once La’An a Time 9. Human Best Friend

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Now that I’ve finished the back half of the book, there’s a whole lot more of the messy, complicated, and devastating moments. It starts out cozy, but definitely veers more into really rough and challenging territory. Still a great read and relatable. Very well done.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I think you will LOVE it!!! My wife read it and immediately recommended it to me. She doesn’t recommend things to me often but she was right!

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

While being charming and filled with comedic moments, it also strikes a balance of being totally devastating at times. The rich history the characters have makes this a page turner and I’m glad I picked it up.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I’ve been reading “Into the Blue” by Emma Brodie and I’m about 2/3 of the way through. Still early, but it may be one of my favorite reads this year. On paper, it’s a cozy love story with compelling characters, but it’s rooted in a Trek-adjacent fictional fandom and nails con life on the head.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Yeah the consent issues are really icky. Enterprise was pretty bad about that in season one.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

💯! Unexpected starts off so well! There’s at least half a great episode of Star Trek there

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H. P. Read @readhpr.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Staying up late for astronomy. M31 the Andromeda Galaxy. I've been waiting all summer for it to be in season. Captured with Seestar S30 Pro.

The Andromeda Galaxy, the nearest major spiral galaxy to our own, along with its two smaller satellite galaxies M32 and M110.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

#StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds episode 8 ranked: 1. Orders of Magnitude 2. Under the Cloak of War 3. The Elysian Kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. There is no fourth “8th episode”. It would be illogical to rank it.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

#StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds season 4 ranks: 1. Off-Hour* 2. Orders of Magnitude* 3. The Griffin Incident 4. A Case of Chiaroscuro 5. Valles Marineris 6. Like Chronitons Through the Hourglass 7. Level-Five Transporter Accident 8. Human Best Friend *Could flip at any time. Three micron separation 😉

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

All those things and Scandal too! His character in that show is calculating and chilling x100. So good. I knew he was gonna take this opportunity to just knock it out of the park.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Joe Morton was everything I was looking for in a guest star. The other day, I was saying William Windom was an S-tier guest star…Morton is right there with him. I think this is my second fav of the season (“Off-Hour” just hit so many boxes for me). Really close call though.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I knew as soon as the Joe Morton guest casting was revealed prior to the start of this season of #StarTrek #StrangeNewWorlds that the episode he appeared in would be something really special, rife with intense moments, and full of great character beats. “Orders of Magnitude” absolutely delivered.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Forever one of my favorite Picard moments. #StarTrek 🖖🏻

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Look how great this show has the potential to look? If only… [this trailer is so dang good…there aren’t words] #StarTrek

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TrekRanks =/\= EnterpriseExtra @trekranks.com · 09/09/2026

This one-on-one interview between just Paul Wesley and William Shatner is excellent stuff. Really informative deep dive into how Wesley stepped into the role of Captain Kirk after previously being "defined" by his Vampire Diaries role. Two fascinating guys! www.interviewmagazine.com/culture/paul...

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William Shatner and Paul Wesley on Captain Kirk As State of Mind

For its 60th anniversary, the two actors reflect on their experiences in the Star Trek universe and making this beloved character their own.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Nice! I did The Doomsday Machine with original visual effects today. I might have to throw The Man Trap on before bed. Happy viewing!

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Haha just rewatched that scene and that’s absolutely what spawned this post

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I ended up staying home today from work and now I’m rewatching “The Doomsday Machine”. Of all the #StarTrek guest stars over the past 60 years, William Windom as Matt Decker is still an absolutely S-tier performance.

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Happy #StarTrek Day! 🖖🏻 my fandom began in 1998 watching reruns of The Original Series on the Sci-Fi Channel every afternoon after school. Star Trek has been there for me for a long time and I’ve met some of the absolute best people because of it. Cheers to many more years!

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

That’s fair. Elogium through Cold Fire is definitely rough lol.

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TrekRanks =/\= EnterpriseExtra @trekranks.com · 07/09/2026

"My calling was medicine. Healing people. It is the great mystery of my life that some of my strongest skills lie in opposition to that calling." 📝 Joseph M'Benga in "A Case of Chiaroscuro" #StrangeNewWorlds

A black-and-white image of Joseph M'Benga in "A Case of Chiaroscuro."

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Nice! Does that match your gut check? You usually favor the Seska/Kazon stuff right?

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I assume season 2 and 7 have a third decimal point tiebreaker. Which wins?

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I like where your head is at on this one. The seeds of allyship with the Klingons. Good one!

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qeyleb’ (Caleb) @roguemogh.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Oooh that’s a great choice too. Forgot about that one. Certainly would be a “so bad it’s good” pairing.

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