Starfleet Academy "Rubincon" Live Discussion

Starfleet Academy "Rubincon" Live Discussion

Author: Clarence Brown March 17, 2026 Duration: 49:47
When an old enemy resurfaces as an existential threat to the Federation, Nahla must outwit a vengeful foe with a personal vendetta against her – as the cadets and instructors undertake a dangerous, seemingly impossible, mission to save everyone and everything they hold dear.

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