191: 191: Star Trek: Elaan of Troyius and Whom Gods Destroy
Summary
The Nextlander Watchcast reviews "Elaan of Troyius," criticizing its campy tone and overused "love potion" trope while praising Frances Nyen’s performance as the bratty alien queen. The hosts discuss the episode’s Shakespearean influences, the debut of the new Klingon battleship model, and the surprisingly tactical final space battle. They also explore the careers of guest stars Jay Robinson and Frances Nyen, noting their connections to other 1960s media like *Batman* and *Colombo*.
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