4. Resistance Is Not Futile

Episode: I, Borg (5.23)

After not hearing from the Borg for almost two full seasons, this was the perfect reintroduction. And this is the perfect scene, challenging Picard’s personal feelings about a race that nearly destroyed him.

3. How Many Lights?

Episode: Chain of Command (6.11)

I wish the show had ventured into dark topics such as torture more often. Brilliant climax, but the denouement is probably more powerful.