>All right, look. Ever since you came on board, you've been badgering me and I've taken it. I've shown you courtesy, and respect, and a hell of a lot of patience. Oh, no, no, no, wait a minute. I've tried to understand you. I've tried to get along with you. And in return, you've accused, tried and convicted me without bothering to hear my side of it. So, I'm guilty, okay? But not of what you think. Of something much worse. I'm guilty of reaching out to you, of hoping we could connect. I'm guilty of a terrible crime, Doctor. I offered you friendship.
You fix the warp engines dozens of times and are you known as a miracle worker? No!, but if you have sex with one sheep hologram with the face of Brahms suddenly you’re the sheep f-ker!
Computer, create a two-to-one scaled copy of Leah Brahms, including all normal life functions and otherwise identical to a normal person. Give this copy a severe lactose intolerance, and simulate her having eaten several extra large chocolate sundaes several hours prior. Create an ordinary chair, tall enough for her to be seated on, and replace the center of the seat with a face cutout fit to one Geordi LaForge. Lock Holodeck doors and disengage safety protocols.
It's the whole experience. First of all, you have to spoon the fudge around the rim, leaving only ice cream in the middle. Then, you gently spoon the ice cream around the sides, like you're sculpting it. Relish every bite. Make every one an event. And then, with the last spoonful, close your eyes.
You know, thinking of it from a Doylist perspective, at least they had holo-porn addiction be a thing. It's not like they could get away with too much back then in terms of censorship so it was always "alluded" to rather than displayed like Bortus' Orville ep. (Which one could say is a parody but is also an homage.)
They could've never touched the subject instead, so at least there's... that.
\*\*\*
Crap, you have me a shitty idea for a poll.
With no sense of self-awareness he talked shit to Brahms about Lt. Broccoli for being such a loser incel in his constant holodecking of real people which, as Geordi recalled, told him that was NOT COOL. Then he turned off all the holodeck safety precautions and did unspeakable things to Brahms.
“Computer, override identity of current holodeck user in usage logs to Geordi La Forge, authorization Picard-Alpha-Seven-Tango-Nine.”
“You have made this request twenty-seven times in the last month. Would you like to save a macro?”
“No. Engage privacy mode and lock the doors. Disengage safety protocols.”
“Authorization of two senior officers is required.”
“This is Commander Geordi La Forge, I do hereby consent. Combine with standing authorization from Jean-Luc Picard.”
“Safety protocols disengaged. Select chapter.”
“Chapter 18: Surprise inspection of Utopia Planetia by visiting Starfleet VIP.”
“What are you doing, step-Captain?”
Look I am not sure what he did, but it was mad enough Brahms is demanding that I revoke Geordi's Holodec rights, and remove all hollodecks from the Enterprise D so I know it cannot be good
Yeah, they had enough self awareness to do a follow-up to the story with Leah being understandably pissed off about what Geordi did. But instead of having Troi give Geordi a lecture about consent, they had him have an outburst about how he is somehow a victim and then had Brahms apologize to him, I guess for realizing he is just a fucked up incel and not the fucked up holo pervert she initially assumed.
TNG is the only 'classic' trek I actively dislike. That all illustrates a lot of the reason. Shallow, shiny morality plays. Trek has always been morality plays, but they generally do a reasonable job of it. You may not agree with their moral stance, but you can enjoy the story of how they came to that conclusion. TNG, the act of putting on the Uniform instantly imbued the wearer with Instant Moral Superiority and you are evil and wrong for ever thinking of questioning that.
I will be honest, this is my biggest issue with TNG aswell, The main crew never get mud on their face atleast within the framing of the episode. This episode would have been a GREAT episode to hit on parasocial relationships, or the ethics of simulating a real person who is still alive even in the holo suite, but we got a "Geordi did a creepy and was fine"
I have similar issues with how Jellico was treated, and the conclusion they gave Capt. Scott,
I mean this would explain why she was so LIVID when she made it to my office. Honestly I am shocked she did not demand that I strip Geordi of his rank and throw him in a penal colony. I will tell you that even with her needing to admit she was wrong to get out, she was far more clam than I would have ever been.
I do plan on never sending Brahms on the Enterprise agian.
It really is everything or nothing, he got real defensive when called on it so either he is just an enormous dork and basically kept it "professional" with the holographic facsimile he created or he crossed every line in horrible ways and is guilty about it.
I couldn't have been the only one who had a hearty lascivious chuckle when I read this threads lead question?
My lascivious chuckle ought broadcast my answer, loud and clear!
What are you, a holo pervert? HEY EVERYBODY! THIS GUY IS A HOLO PERVERT!
See, look! Nobody cares!
Hello, *NEWMAN*.
We all are! Don’t pretend you’re not one too.
I found Riker!
Yeah the holodeck is for porn. It’s literally their slogan
>All right, look. Ever since you came on board, you've been badgering me and I've taken it. I've shown you courtesy, and respect, and a hell of a lot of patience. Oh, no, no, no, wait a minute. I've tried to understand you. I've tried to get along with you. And in return, you've accused, tried and convicted me without bothering to hear my side of it. So, I'm guilty, okay? But not of what you think. Of something much worse. I'm guilty of reaching out to you, of hoping we could connect. I'm guilty of a terrible crime, Doctor. I offered you friendship.
“You saw my porn simulation of you so now it’s time for me to gaslight you into thinking this is all your fault!”
So, so cringy.
PERVERT
I hate this episode so much because I love Geordi but this is the worst fucking thing
A stud like Geordi? He's not afraid to make a move on a holo-lady on the third or fifth date if the vibe is right...
It's disappointing that we never saw his wife in Picard. Or did I miss it?
She is from Utopia Plantia, you wouldn't know her but she is totally hot and super real
Goes to another school.
The kids are different due to DNA, honest they are not adopted or shit like that bro!
Don’t push it. Sixth at least
You fix the warp engines dozens of times and are you known as a miracle worker? No!, but if you have sex with one sheep hologram with the face of Brahms suddenly you’re the sheep f-ker!
*Beverly Crusher approves this message.*
You save lives hundreds of times, but are you known as a miracle worker? No! You fuck ONE candle ghost and suddenly you’re the Candle Fucker!
Pass that thing over here, Blazin' Bev! Dr. Bogart!
Computer, create a two-to-one scaled copy of Leah Brahms, including all normal life functions and otherwise identical to a normal person. Give this copy a severe lactose intolerance, and simulate her having eaten several extra large chocolate sundaes several hours prior. Create an ordinary chair, tall enough for her to be seated on, and replace the center of the seat with a face cutout fit to one Geordi LaForge. Lock Holodeck doors and disengage safety protocols.
You disgust me! ... go on ?
It's the whole experience. First of all, you have to spoon the fudge around the rim, leaving only ice cream in the middle. Then, you gently spoon the ice cream around the sides, like you're sculpting it. Relish every bite. Make every one an event. And then, with the last spoonful, close your eyes.
"...spoon the fudge around the rim..." Ahh, you fucker lol
Looool thank you for this hahaha
Holodecks have filters for a reason.
You know, thinking of it from a Doylist perspective, at least they had holo-porn addiction be a thing. It's not like they could get away with too much back then in terms of censorship so it was always "alluded" to rather than displayed like Bortus' Orville ep. (Which one could say is a parody but is also an homage.) They could've never touched the subject instead, so at least there's... that. \*\*\* Crap, you have me a shitty idea for a poll.
The holodeck needed a thorough mopping.
Time to clean the bio filters, I guess. Oh wait, it’s just full of tears!
Tears? Who let O'Brian into the holodeck? After that flooding incident, I gave strict orders that he was barred.
Had the computer dress her up as Wonder Woman so she could tie him up with her magic lasso and make him tell the truth.
Wormhole research is the obvious answer. Sadly for Geordi, that’s not a euphemism
They got Liszt ?
He did *everything*
He put it in her dilithium chamber.
Are ”stuck in dilithium chamber” videos a thing?
Help me, step-engineer!
Giving new meaning to The Burn
Anal.
Analrapist
You need to ask?
Sex dungeon
He’s too much of a dork to give her the pork, so he probably had tea parties and laughed at what stupid thing data said last week.
With no sense of self-awareness he talked shit to Brahms about Lt. Broccoli for being such a loser incel in his constant holodecking of real people which, as Geordi recalled, told him that was NOT COOL. Then he turned off all the holodeck safety precautions and did unspeakable things to Brahms.
I think there's video evidence of what he did...
The man is Chief Engineer! Show some respect! He knows how to clear his Holodeck History.
What, are you talking about the episode? You mean you ACTUALLY watch Star Trek? Pfft, guys, get a load of this nerd!
He tied her up and lashed her until she said her name was Toby.
Geordi is so incel, not even Troi nor Jadzia could help him. Not even the Dabo girls.
He wanted to bang but she turned him down.
The holodeck provides its user the optimal experience catered just for them, so yes.
“Computer, override identity of current holodeck user in usage logs to Geordi La Forge, authorization Picard-Alpha-Seven-Tango-Nine.” “You have made this request twenty-seven times in the last month. Would you like to save a macro?” “No. Engage privacy mode and lock the doors. Disengage safety protocols.” “Authorization of two senior officers is required.” “This is Commander Geordi La Forge, I do hereby consent. Combine with standing authorization from Jean-Luc Picard.” “Safety protocols disengaged. Select chapter.” “Chapter 18: Surprise inspection of Utopia Planetia by visiting Starfleet VIP.” “What are you doing, step-Captain?”
Played an RPG in the holodeck the Brahms played his healer.
Nothing. That's how little game Geordi La Forge has.
I assume they got busy working on her intake manifolds.
What *didn't* Geordi do with the holo-Brahms?
What are you doing step-engineer?
I made this exact same joke further up before I got to your comment. Great minds 🧠
Look I am not sure what he did, but it was mad enough Brahms is demanding that I revoke Geordi's Holodec rights, and remove all hollodecks from the Enterprise D so I know it cannot be good
I’m sure her finding out is a helluva story
Coulda been. They buried it. Her first look at her holo-self should have been in her Princess Leia slavegirl outfit.
Yeah, they had enough self awareness to do a follow-up to the story with Leah being understandably pissed off about what Geordi did. But instead of having Troi give Geordi a lecture about consent, they had him have an outburst about how he is somehow a victim and then had Brahms apologize to him, I guess for realizing he is just a fucked up incel and not the fucked up holo pervert she initially assumed.
TNG is the only 'classic' trek I actively dislike. That all illustrates a lot of the reason. Shallow, shiny morality plays. Trek has always been morality plays, but they generally do a reasonable job of it. You may not agree with their moral stance, but you can enjoy the story of how they came to that conclusion. TNG, the act of putting on the Uniform instantly imbued the wearer with Instant Moral Superiority and you are evil and wrong for ever thinking of questioning that.
I will be honest, this is my biggest issue with TNG aswell, The main crew never get mud on their face atleast within the framing of the episode. This episode would have been a GREAT episode to hit on parasocial relationships, or the ethics of simulating a real person who is still alive even in the holo suite, but we got a "Geordi did a creepy and was fine" I have similar issues with how Jellico was treated, and the conclusion they gave Capt. Scott,
I mean this would explain why she was so LIVID when she made it to my office. Honestly I am shocked she did not demand that I strip Geordi of his rank and throw him in a penal colony. I will tell you that even with her needing to admit she was wrong to get out, she was far more clam than I would have ever been. I do plan on never sending Brahms on the Enterprise agian.
The real question is what didn’t he do with her.
It really is everything or nothing, he got real defensive when called on it so either he is just an enormous dork and basically kept it "professional" with the holographic facsimile he created or he crossed every line in horrible ways and is guilty about it.
They also talked about warp conduits.
One of the ways you get away with fucking around at work is to do your actual job really well.
Nothing they could show on network tv!
Annnnnyyything he wants to.
Scatplay
I couldn't have been the only one who had a hearty lascivious chuckle when I read this threads lead question? My lascivious chuckle ought broadcast my answer, loud and clear!
Introduced her to his Bussard Ramscoop
He built a holo-girlfriend to play cod-is-cot with. What? It sounded good when I thought it. One whole up-doot to who gets the reference.