1/2
Despite the bad pun, this episode is acceptable. Especially after the two gawdawful clunkers that preceded it. Did you know that Data was just “discovered” kinda like a shipwrecked boy? No, me neither. There’s been much (ahem) lore about his origins, so the Enterprise takes a little road trip to where he was discovered (just a few exits out of the way before puffing out its chest in the Neutral Zone.) There we see a dead planet with (I shit you not) a secret door only Geordi’s visor can see that leads to an underground lab. All the sensors on the mighty enterprise can’t view through stucco, eh?
Anyway, here’s where we meet Data’s evil twin Flexo — I mean, Lore. The usual crosses occur (and, of course, snottly little Wes in his rainbow shirt is the only one who knows it) and then life moves on. Still, fun. Mostly.
Better prepare yourself for the fact that this show doesn’t get good until season three..also bear in mind they never get off the ship…well mostly never. Happy Trekking!
Don’t let him get you down Jordan. There are a few gems in the rough before season 3 and you’re soooo close to experiencing the death of your “favorite” security officer….although that episode does kinda suck….