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| − | The '''Think Tank''' was a cooperative of [[technology|technologically-advanced]] [[alien]]s whose alleged purpose was to solve problems. |
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| − | By their own count, the Think Tank had solved problems for hundreds of clients, many of whom were at [[war]]. According to Kurros, the group solved [[medicine|medical]], [[tactical]], and various other types of problems with only minimal compensation. They were able to eliminate [[earthquake]]s on an unknown [[planet]], asking for only a quantity of [[dilithium]] in return. The Think Tank also claimed to have cured the [[Vidiian]] [[Phage]]. |
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| + | The "'''Think Tank'''", so dubbed by [[Captain]] [[Kathryn Janeway]], was a group of [[alien]] [[scientist|intellectuals]] whose stated purpose was to perfect their knowledge by challenging themselves with various problems. Together they operated out of an [[technology|technologically]] advanced [[Think Tank vessel|vessel]]. |
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| + | The Think Tank claimed to have solved problems for hundreds of clients, in exchange for items that were unique though not necessarily valued by the client. They tackled all manners of problems, up to and including the elimination of entire [[fleet]]s or [[planet]]s, though they refused to commit [[species]]-wide [[genocide]] or design weapons of mass destruction. However, Kurros admitted that selfishness was necessary for them to attain intellectual perfection, and they were not above using manipulation and force to achieve their goals. Because of their unsavory behavior, the group was notorious and had made many enemies. |
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| − | The Think Tank was founded by [[Bevvox]], a member of a [[bioplasmic organism|bioplasmic]] [[species]] who was over a thousand years old. Its members included a diaphanous creature suspended in [[liquid]] (also the only [[female]] member of Think Tank), an [[artificial intelligence]] entity, [[Kurros]], and [[Fennim]] who were the only [[humanoid]] members of the Think Tank. Kurros acted as the main intermediary between the Think Tank and other groups or individuals. |
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| − | The Think Tank possessed a massive teardrop-shaped [[vessel]]. It was composed of a [[neutronium]] [[alloy]], thus making it very resilient. The vessel spent most of its time hidden in [[subspace]]. Because of this, most vessels could not detect or attack it; the only indication of its presence was a brief subspace flux before it entered normal [[space]]. The vessel's offensive systems were impressive as well; the [[directed energy weapon]]s were able to target and fire on multiple vessels at once. |
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| + | The Think Tank consisted of five members: [[Bevvox]], [[Kurros]], [[Fennim]], an aquatic being, and an [[artificial intelligence]]. Kurros acted as the main intermediary between the Think Tank and the outside. The members of the Think Tank were very different from each other and could only communicate via a device that enabled [[telepathy]]. |
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| − | They were also able to make use of complex [[isomorphic projection]]s, similar to [[holograms]]. This was the main form of [[communication]] used by the Think Tank. The isomorphic projections were so advanced, they could even taste [[food]]. |
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| + | Bevvox founded the Think Tank in the early [[23rd century]]. The past accomplishments of the Think Tank included turning the tide of the [[war]] between the [[Bara Plenum]] and the [[Motali Empire]], reigniting two [[red giant]] stars in the [[Zai Cluster]], recovering a [[Lyridian]] child's lost [[subspace mesomorph]] pet, and helping the inhabitants of [[Rivos V]] resist the [[Borg]]. In [[2375]], they cured the [[Vidiian]] [[phage]] and established a [[planetary containment field]] on [[Saowin]]'s planet. |
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| − | Due to the diverse nature of the Think Tank, a sort of [[universal translator]] was necessary. The ship had a [[telepathy|telepathic]] communications system, which was built into the [[deck|floor]] of the main chamber. This device not only allowed the members to communicate with each other, but also with other species, and the [[ship]] itself. |
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| + | Later in 2375, the Think Tank became interested in [[Seven of Nine]] on the {{USS|Voyager}}, whom they believed would be a valuable addition to their group. They devised a scheme in which Kurros, disguised as a [[Malon]], would contract [[Hazari]] [[bounty hunter]]s to capture ''Voyager''. The Think Tank then offered to help ''Voyager'' escape the Hazari in exchange for various items and custody of Seven. Although Seven refused their offer, the Think Tank was confident that either she or [[Captain]] [[Kathryn Janeway]] would eventually relent under pressure from the Hazari. |
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| + | The ''Voyager'' crew captured a Hazari ship and discovered the Think Tank's deception. The Hazari were persuaded to target the Think Tank instead, as the group was a far more valuable bounty. As part of the ruse, the Hazari intensified their attack on ''Voyager'' and Seven pretended to surrender herself to the Think Tank. Suspicious, the group attempted to probe her mind, whereupon ''Voyager'' transmitted an interference signal through Seven's [[neural transceiver]] that disrupted the Think Tank's ability to intercommunicate. With the Think Tank temporarily disabled and their vessel vulnerable, the Hazari surrounded it and began their attack, while ''Voyager'' recovered Seven and resumed its course home. ({{VOY|Think Tank}}) |
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| − | In [[2375]], the {{USS|Voyager}} encountered the Think Tank during their time in the [[Delta Quadrant]]. At the time of the encounter, ''Voyager'' was under constant harassment by a [[species]] known as the [[Hazari]]. The Think Tank offered to help ''Voyager'' elude the Hazari in exchange for selected items, some valuable, some common, from the ship's [[manifest]]. However, the Think Tank also demanded that [[Seven of Nine]] be transferred to them and that she become a member of their group. When Seven refused, the Think Tank attempted to take her through subterfuge. It was eventually revealed that ''Voyager''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s entire encounter with the group had been arranged, even down to their pursuit by the Hazari. This knowledge came from a Hazari ship ''Voyager'' captured, along with its two Hazari [[crew]]members who reasoned the [[bounty hunter|bounty]] on the Think Tank was more valuable than ''Voyager'', for they had made many enemies by threatening them. With this knowledge, [[Captain]] [[Kathryn Janeway|Janeway]] severed telepathic contact with the group and resumed ''Voyager'''s course home, leaving the Hazari with a surrounded and vulnerable ship with the Think Tank members aboard. ({{VOY|Think Tank}}) |
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| − | Image:Bevvox.jpg|[[Bevvox]] |
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| − | Image:Fennim.jpg|[[Fennim]] |
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| − | Image:Thinktankjellyfish.JPG|[[Sullin|The jellyfish-like alien]] |
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| − | Image:Thinktankrobot.JPG|[[Artificial intelligence|The robotic alien]] |
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Revision as of 10:02, 8 February 2015
Kurros, the public face of the Think Tank
The "Think Tank", so dubbed by Captain Kathryn Janeway, was a group of alien intellectuals whose stated purpose was to perfect their knowledge by challenging themselves with various problems. Together they operated out of an technologically advanced vessel.
The Think Tank claimed to have solved problems for hundreds of clients, in exchange for items that were unique though not necessarily valued by the client. They tackled all manners of problems, up to and including the elimination of entire fleets or planets, though they refused to commit species-wide genocide or design weapons of mass destruction. However, Kurros admitted that selfishness was necessary for them to attain intellectual perfection, and they were not above using manipulation and force to achieve their goals. Because of their unsavory behavior, the group was notorious and had made many enemies.
Members
- Main article: Think Tank members
The Think Tank consisted of five members: Bevvox, Kurros, Fennim, an aquatic being, and an artificial intelligence. Kurros acted as the main intermediary between the Think Tank and the outside. The members of the Think Tank were very different from each other and could only communicate via a device that enabled telepathy.
History
Bevvox founded the Think Tank in the early 23rd century. The past accomplishments of the Think Tank included turning the tide of the war between the Bara Plenum and the Motali Empire, reigniting two red giant stars in the Zai Cluster, recovering a Lyridian child's lost subspace mesomorph pet, and helping the inhabitants of Rivos V resist the Borg. In 2375, they cured the Vidiian phage and established a planetary containment field on Saowin's planet.
The Think Tank vessel under attack by the Hazari
Later in 2375, the Think Tank became interested in Seven of Nine on the USS Voyager, whom they believed would be a valuable addition to their group. They devised a scheme in which Kurros, disguised as a Malon, would contract Hazari bounty hunters to capture Voyager. The Think Tank then offered to help Voyager escape the Hazari in exchange for various items and custody of Seven. Although Seven refused their offer, the Think Tank was confident that either she or Captain Kathryn Janeway would eventually relent under pressure from the Hazari.
The Voyager crew captured a Hazari ship and discovered the Think Tank's deception. The Hazari were persuaded to target the Think Tank instead, as the group was a far more valuable bounty. As part of the ruse, the Hazari intensified their attack on Voyager and Seven pretended to surrender herself to the Think Tank. Suspicious, the group attempted to probe her mind, whereupon Voyager transmitted an interference signal through Seven's neural transceiver that disrupted the Think Tank's ability to intercommunicate. With the Think Tank temporarily disabled and their vessel vulnerable, the Hazari surrounded it and began their attack, while Voyager recovered Seven and resumed its course home. (VOY: "Think Tank")