Unforgettable Star Trek: Section 31 Easter Egg Revealed in Strange New Worlds Crossover
Boimler unknowingly stumbles upon his doppelganger, William, who has surreptitiously joined the covert organization Section 31 in Star Trek: Lower Decks, leading to hilarious consequences
Summary
The seventh episode of Season 2 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, titled "Those Old Scientists," contains an entertaining surprise for fans—a clever crossover moment featuring Ensign Boimler's Section 31 speedwalk from Lower Decks.Jack Quaid brings the iconic move to life in the crossover, incorporating nostalgic nods and heartfelt tributes to the Star Trek franchise.
Unbeknownst to Ensign Boimler, his duplicate, William, has become a part of Section 31 on Lower Decks, potentially jeopardizing his admiration for Starfleet.
The crossover episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds features a clever Easter egg, as Jack Quaid's character, Ensign Brad Boimler, references a Section 31 move from Star Trek: Lower Decks. Boimler and Ensign Beckett Mariner accidentally travel back in time to the 23rd century, causing chaos for Captain Christopher Pike and the crew of the USS Enterprise. This crossover is filled with nostalgic references to the Star Trek franchise, and Quaid ensures that Boimler's signature mannerisms are included. TrekCore.com shared a video on Twitter comparing Boimler's speedwalk from Lower Decks with Quaid's recreation of the move in Strange New Worlds' crossover episode. Check out the Tweet and video below.
Boimer Doesn’t Know His Doppelganger William Joined Section 31 On Star Trek: Lower Decks
Ensign Boimler of Star Trek: Lower Decks season 3 is unknowingly connected to Section 31 through his 'family' relations. In a transporter accident during season 2, Ensign Brad Boimler's duplicate, William Boimler, was formed while Brad was on the USS Titan under Captain Will Riker's authority. William assumed Brad's position on the Titan while Brad returned to the USS Cerritos. However, Brad remains oblivious to William's hidden affiliation with Section 31, which is revealed in season 3, episode 8 of Star Trek: Lower Decks titled "Crisis Point 2: Paradoxus."
William Boimler feigned his demise on the USS Titan, only to secretly teleport onto a Defiant Class starship operated by Section 31, where he was bestowed with the ominous black badge. Brad grieved for his identical counterpart, and his heart will surely shatter upon discovering William's existence and affiliation with Starfleet's covert operations division. Boimler's unwavering admiration for everything Starfleet, including Section 31, may waver upon this revelation. Ensign Brad Boimler's involvement with Section 31 may potentially come to an end during the crossover event of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Catch the second season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds exclusively on Paramount+, streaming every Thursday.
Source: TrekCore Twitter
