It’s time for some Starfleet wargames, and Riker is charged with preparing the 80 year old U.S.S. Hatheway to combat the Enterprise D. Who will win?

Data confronts master strategist Sirna Kolrami in a game of strategema, and loses. How can he perform his duties with such a flaw? Riker proves he is the best of the best when the chips are down.

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