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+ | The '''solanogen-based lifeform''' was a [[humanoid]] [[species]] whose [[molecule|molecular]] structure is based on [[solanogen]], a substance that is only stable in [[subspace]]. They originated from a [[tertiary subspace manifold]], and could not survive unassisted in normal space. Physically, they were characterized by bulbous [[eye]]s, beaks, and clawed, three-fingered hands. Most of their bodies were hidden by hooded metallic robes. Their [[language]] consisted of a series of rapid clicks. |
| + | In [[2369]], the lifeforms were accidentally drawn to the {{USS|Enterprise|NCC-1701-D|-D}} when [[Geordi La Forge]] enhanced the [[sensor]]s by transferring [[EPS|warp power]] to the [[deflector array]], thus sending a signal deep into subspace. They accessed the ''Enterprise''-D by creating a [[spatial rupture]] using spatially inverted [[tetryon]] particles, and created a pocket of this [[universe]] in their realm in order to study the ''Enterprise''-D [[crew]]. |
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| − | The aliens were characterized by two large, [[fish]]-like eyes and a [[bird]]-like beak instead of a mouth. The aliens possessed two long claw-like hands with two fingers each. Though they possessed two regular legs and feet, their movements were characterized by a slow waddle. |
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| + | Over a number of [[day]]s, the lifeforms secretly abducted numerous ''Enterprise''-D crew members and performed experiments on them. Their subjects included [[William T. Riker]], whose arm was amputated and then reattached, and [[Edward Hagler]], whose [[blood]] was transformed into a [[liquid polymer]]. Other crew members abducted included La Forge, [[Data]], [[Worf]], [[Kaminer]], and [[Sariel Rager]]. Their subjects retained little conscious [[memory]] of the experiments, though they were able to reconstruct some parts of the experience with the help of the [[holodeck]]. |
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| − | The lifeforms communicated by means of a series of high-pitched clicks. When agitated, the frequency of clicks would rise. |
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| + | It was believed that the lifeforms were attempting to create a pocket of their native domain in this universe, which caused the spatial rupture to expand and threaten the ''Enterprise''-D. By giving a [[homing beacon]] to [[Commander]] Riker, the crew was able to localize the lifeforms' specific origin and seal the rupture with a [[graviton pulse|coherent graviton pulse]]. Shortly before the rupture was sealed, the lifeforms sent a [[probe]] of some kind through, which disappeared into deep space. All [[Federation]] [[starship]]s were subsequently warned against the sensor modifications that originally attracted the lifeforms. ({{TNG|Schisms}}) |
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| − | Red and blue were the dominant colours in the alien's lair. The laboratory was lit very sparsely. The aliens were clothed in dark, metallic robes with hoods that partially hid their faces. They could be incapacitated by a [[type 2 phaser]] blast. |
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| + | == Individuals == |
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| − | Solanagen-based lifeforms were able to create a pocket of their [[space]] inside our own following an alteration to the [[sensor array]] and [[navigational deflector|main deflector]] onboard the [[USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D)|''Enterprise''-D]] in [[2369]], [[stardate]] 46154.2. |
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| − | In order to do so, the aliens sent spatially-inverted [[tetryon]] particle through a [[spatial rupture]]. |
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| + | == Background == |
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| − | The lifeforms abducted various members of the crew while they slept, for use in a variety of strange experiments. One such abductee was [[Commander]] [[William T. Riker|Riker]], whose arm was discovered to have been severed and then reattached during one such abduction. |
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| + | [[File:Solanogen mask.jpg|thumb|The masks used to create the creatures]] |
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| + | Director [[Robert Wiemer]], [[Brannon Braga]], and [[Michael Piller]] were all disappointed at the look of the aliens, and decided not to bring them back, despite the open ending. Braga stated, "''I felt they looked like monks – fish monks – and monks aren't terrifying.''" (''[[Star Trek: The Next Generation Companion]]'') |
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| + | == Apocrypha == |
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| − | Other abducted crewmembers were [[Lieutenant]] [[Edward Hagler]] who's [[blood]] was slowly turned into a [[liquid polymer]] and [[Ensign]] [[Sariel Rager]] whose right arm was punctured with several tubes. While Commander Riker and Ensign Rager survived the ordeal, all help came too late for Lieutenant Hagler. |
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| + | These lifeforms appear in the [[Star Trek Online]] episode "Sphere of influence", which identifies them as the Solanae and depicts them as being one of several servant races of the [[Iconian]]s. The game also reveals that the Solanae were forced to live in subspace after a catastrophic industrial accident in a [[Dyson sphere]] they had constructed rendered them unable to survive in normal space. |
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| + | == External link == |
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| − | The rupture that allowed the solanagen lifeforms to enter our space was closed by a [[graviton pulse|coherent graviton pulse]], ending the abductions, but shortly before the rift was sealed, the aliens were able to send what seemed to be a [[probe]] into our universe. ({{TNG|Schisms}}) |
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Revision as of 21:31, 7 July 2014
A solanogen-based lifeform
The solanogen-based lifeform was a humanoid species whose molecular structure is based on solanogen, a substance that is only stable in subspace. They originated from a tertiary subspace manifold, and could not survive unassisted in normal space. Physically, they were characterized by bulbous eyes, beaks, and clawed, three-fingered hands. Most of their bodies were hidden by hooded metallic robes. Their language consisted of a series of rapid clicks.
In 2369, the lifeforms were accidentally drawn to the USS Enterprise-D when Geordi La Forge enhanced the sensors by transferring warp power to the deflector array, thus sending a signal deep into subspace. They accessed the Enterprise-D by creating a spatial rupture using spatially inverted tetryon particles, and created a pocket of this universe in their realm in order to study the Enterprise-D crew.
Over a number of days, the lifeforms secretly abducted numerous Enterprise-D crew members and performed experiments on them. Their subjects included William T. Riker, whose arm was amputated and then reattached, and Edward Hagler, whose blood was transformed into a liquid polymer. Other crew members abducted included La Forge, Data, Worf, Kaminer, and Sariel Rager. Their subjects retained little conscious memory of the experiments, though they were able to reconstruct some parts of the experience with the help of the holodeck.
It was believed that the lifeforms were attempting to create a pocket of their native domain in this universe, which caused the spatial rupture to expand and threaten the Enterprise-D. By giving a homing beacon to Commander Riker, the crew was able to localize the lifeforms' specific origin and seal the rupture with a coherent graviton pulse. Shortly before the rupture was sealed, the lifeforms sent a probe of some kind through, which disappeared into deep space. All Federation starships were subsequently warned against the sensor modifications that originally attracted the lifeforms. (TNG: "Schisms")
Individuals
- Solanogen-based lifeforms
Background
The masks used to create the creatures
Director Robert Wiemer, Brannon Braga, and Michael Piller were all disappointed at the look of the aliens, and decided not to bring them back, despite the open ending. Braga stated, "I felt they looked like monks – fish monks – and monks aren't terrifying." (Star Trek: The Next Generation Companion)
Apocrypha
These lifeforms appear in the Star Trek Online episode "Sphere of influence", which identifies them as the Solanae and depicts them as being one of several servant races of the Iconians. The game also reveals that the Solanae were forced to live in subspace after a catastrophic industrial accident in a Dyson sphere they had constructed rendered them unable to survive in normal space.
External link
- Template:NCwiki