I chuckle when I see this episode the quickest tongue and sharpest retorts met only by a sneer and threat of bodily harm. Really the chemistry between them is chefs kiss 😘!
Q's retort make me laugh the hardest. Riker's reaction makes me wonder if it was an improvised line. But then that would suggest that Q's clap back was also improvised.
@@joeschembrie9450 LaForge was the one who found it weird but that's also coming from a guy who forms an emotional bond with holograms while the ship is being destroyed, so...
I always found the dynamic between Worf and Q intriguing. Q could easily do away with him if he wanted, but he knew exactly which buttons to push to get him angry. Worf.. well he's just Worf. He never took any unnecessary barbing and he wasn't going to make Q the exception.
I actually suspect that the Q may have something like the Prime Directive or at least a firm rule when it comes to simply killing lower species. I have never seen Q directly slay someone. Annoy them, torture them, put them in lethal situations, but never outright use his powers to kill.
Moment the women were taken away WORF was saddened, probably the moment he seriously considered dating human females , despite what WORF told Guinan 😮🎉😂😂
"Drink not with thine enemy -- the rigid Klingon code." During the Klingon Civil War we saw the exact opposite of this. Of course, that was all among fellow Klingons, so maybe it's like Rule of Acquisition 17 -- drink not with thine enemy, unless the enemy is a Klingon.
Worf always followed an ideal that pretty much no other Klingon bothered with. It's like someone trying to follow bushido or chivalry in the modern era completely oblivious to the fact that few if any from those eras actually followed that crap.
@@InfernosReaper I like this idea. I think because Worf grew up around humans, his idea of what it is to be a Klingon is based on 'old school scripture' as it were; probably gleaning most of his information from the Federation's history with the Empire and whatever details of Klingon society they taught in schools. So he kind of represents the 'orthodox' Klingon, while most modern Klingons follow a much more non-orthodox way that probably eschews things like "Drink not with thine enemy," leading Worf to proclaim with shock: "You drink with our enemies!?"
@@SJReid82 yep, all while forgetting that when that war is over, those who survive will be brothers once more so no need to take the vitriol into off hours.
Word got the last laugh knowing that the sisko (the one captain that gave him most respect) punched Q right in the kisser and never had to deal with him again.
@@koalabrownie I don’t see why they wouldn’t, since the Qs are godlike and this Q is so openly arrogant. It feels more fitting, and not unfitting for the Romulans. Though I guess his other appearances in Voyager can make an explanation for it.
One of the best (~self-deprecating, or at least self-referential) jabs by the writers: _Oh you're so stolid._ _You weren't like that before the beard._ Always absolutely loved that line. Great ref to the whole "Riker's too young-looking" criticism / driver of that change PLUS the solid move AWAY, starting in season 2, from what might be termed "remnants" of TOS. The original Star Trek was (and still is) great, in its way. But, some of its 'character' didn't fit the very late 80s into the mid-90s. A fitting "tribute" and bit of self-deprecation / satirization of ... well, everyone - the creators and writers, as well as the audience, I always felt ... Great stuff! 😄
Q: “What must I do to convince you people [that I’m only human]???” Warf: “Die!” Q: “Oh very clever Worf, eat any good books lately?!” Quite possible my favorite exchange in all of TV… 😂🤣😂
just saying if that was Kirks enterprise when he brought the "fantasy women" onto the bridge im pretty sure it would have been the biggest orgy in star fleet history.
'Oh, hey, Denise, what's up?' 'Forgot I had this thing on Tuesday, with my niece-' 'Say no more.' *Amends the script so that Q takes her out of the story over the course of a real time weekend*
@@spaghettitime3263 true, he stands for honor, loyality and rules and he always gets fucked up because of it :-D He is like the Starks from GoT and in the end he dont even get the girl.
I think its awesome that an old human 21st Century soldier uniform eventually became one of the more standard uniforms of the Romulan Empire later........at least the material used in its manufacture - its the same, the little grey tiles!!
Im not sure if Worf ever told Sisko about how much of a pain in the ass Q was and how Picard was the only thing keeping him from tearing him in half but I like to think it's the reason he absolutely destroyed him in the bar fight at Quarks
1:22 for a moment I thought he was wearing a Brooks Brother's logo as a pendant, I think it is supposed to represent the Knights of the Golden Fleece, but it's not an english symbol..
Q and Worf, the best of friends and always there for each other.....
🤣
Kind of a shame that Q and Micro Brain never appeared in DS9 at the same time.
"oh very clever Worf, eat any good books recently?" Is absolutely one of my favorite lines
I chuckle when I see this episode the quickest tongue and sharpest retorts met only by a sneer and threat of bodily harm. Really the chemistry between them is chefs kiss 😘!
It's lately but yeah it's funny
Also "Growl for me, let me know you still care."
Q: "What must I do to convince you people?!"
Worf: "Die."
This still kills me every time.
Riker's reaction really sells it. 😁
Rikers reaction kills me 🤣😂
@@gfh110
And Picard's.
Dorn's voice is a war drum.
Q's retort make me laugh the hardest. Riker's reaction makes me wonder if it was an improvised line. But then that would suggest that Q's clap back was also improvised.
Worf's quote, 'Die', is one of the best one word one-liners in T.V. history.
The way Riker looks up at him is absolutely perfect as well
I’m not Klingon but a snarling fishnet clad women on all fours is fine by me. Move over worf
I really wish that scene had lasted longer.
I'm not the kinky type, but I have to wonder at Picard's disdain. What ever happened to not being judgmental about how consenting adults have fun?
@@joeschembrie9450 LaForge was the one who found it weird but that's also coming from a guy who forms an emotional bond with holograms while the ship is being destroyed, so...
I would push Worf out of the way grab that woman by the hair and say "let's go You got your work cut out for you"
@@highlander723cringe
My favorite lines:
Q: What must I do to convince you people (that I am mortal)?
WORF: Die.
Q: Oh, very clever, Worf. Eat any good books lately?
Riker let out a smile, because of everything Q put them through beforehand.
Picard had a hard time not smiling either, but you can see his lip curl.
This was a great answer.
One of the best exchanges on the show. Or any show. 😊
I always found the dynamic between Worf and Q intriguing. Q could easily do away with him if he wanted, but he knew exactly which buttons to push to get him angry. Worf.. well he's just Worf. He never took any unnecessary barbing and he wasn't going to make Q the exception.
And Q enjoyed every minute of it.
He's his second favorite person to poke at after Picard
@Chris Stetsko that's because he doesn't have any friends or hobbies 😂
He's just a lonely space wizard
That's because if Q kills Worf, Worf wins. And Q knows it.
I actually suspect that the Q may have something like the Prime Directive or at least a firm rule when it comes to simply killing lower species. I have never seen Q directly slay someone. Annoy them, torture them, put them in lethal situations, but never outright use his powers to kill.
"Oh, your species is always suffering and dying..." 😂 True!
Growl for me let me know you still care😂
You’re missing the best quote of all: I am NOT a merry man!
Also, I love how disappointed Worf was when Q snapped away those women.
... while smashing Geordi's lute against a tree. 🤣
I was expecting him to say that here...only to get disappointed
@@ytechnology”sorry”
classic Animal House reference by them
Moment the women were taken away WORF was saddened, probably the moment he seriously considered dating human females , despite what WORF told Guinan 😮🎉😂😂
"Eat any good books lately?" is an amazing insult
Lol yes
After "Die", it was a firecracker after a photon torpedo.
Q:When it came to Lt. Worf, Q was always ready with a "Needle", with which to poke Lt. Worf with. Q had such fun with him!
Especially for a Klingon who was born with a Micro brain
"Worf! Is THIS your idea of sex???" Lol Geordi and his kink shaming.
Yeah Geordie really was being a xenophobic asshole there.
I mean.. some kinks deserve to be shamed.
Q was always my favorite character. His episodes on TNG were legend.
Q wasn't there, but he was responsible for: "Sir, I must protest! I am _not_ a Merry Man!"
Love how Picard has to regularly tell Worf to not beat the hell out of Q
Picard is probably saving his life lol
I mean Sisko did it
Picard: I don't feel like celebrating!
Riker: Hold on... let's not be too hasty.
Q with the mariachi band is probably my favorite scene in the whole series.
That and the boxing 🥊 match on DS9 and the trial of Quinn on Voyager.
"i can't disappear, anymore than you could win a beauty contest."
opens door to reveal a wall of beauty contest trophies
This killed me 😂
Tbf Worf's appearance has changed a lot. Maybe he had work done.
Given that he was mortal (and hence, liable to pain and injury) Q was taking a chance there....
@@christopherdean1326 Old snarky habits die hard
@@Bacxabernot by choice, his makeup changed because someone stole his forehead ridges
It's amazing how Worf's character and makeup changed over the series.
Worf looked disappointed when those two ladies disappeared...😄
Nah. That was just his Michael Dorn showing. 😏
still a better love story than twilight
It is
Any episode of Jerry Springer is a better love story 😁
I wish people would stop saying this.
Nah, I'm just kidding. Never gets old.
@@ShamrockParticleHave you heard the sad news about Jerry Springer?😢
thats not difficult
“…and Microbrain..! Growl for me- let me know you still care~!”
"Drink not with thine enemy -- the rigid Klingon code."
During the Klingon Civil War we saw the exact opposite of this. Of course, that was all among fellow Klingons, so maybe it's like Rule of Acquisition 17 -- drink not with thine enemy, unless the enemy is a Klingon.
Worf always followed an ideal that pretty much no other Klingon bothered with. It's like someone trying to follow bushido or chivalry in the modern era completely oblivious to the fact that few if any from those eras actually followed that crap.
I was thinking about that very loophole during the video. :)
@@InfernosReaper I like this idea. I think because Worf grew up around humans, his idea of what it is to be a Klingon is based on 'old school scripture' as it were; probably gleaning most of his information from the Federation's history with the Empire and whatever details of Klingon society they taught in schools. So he kind of represents the 'orthodox' Klingon, while most modern Klingons follow a much more non-orthodox way that probably eschews things like "Drink not with thine enemy," leading Worf to proclaim with shock: "You drink with our enemies!?"
@@SJReid82 yep, all while forgetting that when that war is over, those who survive will be brothers once more so no need to take the vitriol into off hours.
John de Lancie must've loved playing as Q!
I think We all did. He makes SNG brillianter.
“Eat any good books lately?” I love that line.
"I don't need your fantasy women"
From the guy that loves a woman from the Holodeck
Hey, it was before the beard
He still doesn't need Q's fantasy women.
"Q" was the greatest Trek character of all time.
I beg to differ. I think Picard and Data are equally the best characters
You're both wrong. The greatest ST character is the empty barrel that broke Worfs spine.
2:03 Riker give a grin after Worf says DIE! ROFL!
"Eaten any good books lately??"
Best Q line ever. I've remembered it for years.
It pales compared to "Die".
Word got the last laugh knowing that the sisko (the one captain that gave him most respect) punched Q right in the kisser and never had to deal with him again.
I wish I could see bloopers from their moments.
2:05 "Die." One of the best burns in the series. 😁
“Die” the absolute best one word line in TV history in my opinion.
Whether on TNG, or on Voyager - Q stole the scene(s) whenever he was on. Kudos to John de Lancie.
Too bad it took only one episode in DS9 for Sisko to "punch" Q out of that series.
“Growl for me, Worf you still care to kill me!” Q
The fact that Q was not used in any of the movies is a crime.
Eat any good books lately still still one of my favorite lines
Worf was about to shoot the view screen😹
Nobody actually fired a phaser at Q. It would have been interesting to see.
But Sisko did punch him in the face.
@@moffant4916 And Guinan stabbed him with a fork...but that probably doesn't count.
@@moffant4916 Make you think that maybe Picard should have let Worf have his way with Q. It seemed to work well for Sisko.
The look riker gives worf when he says 'die'
I’m surprised Q never made any pet jokes for Picard telling Worf to stand down and Worf listening.
He does make the joke about the rug
He makes pet Talaxian jokes on Voyager
The Romulans do that in their introduction. They probably didn't want Q to go that far.
@@koalabrownie I don’t see why they wouldn’t, since the Qs are godlike and this Q is so openly arrogant. It feels more fitting, and not unfitting for the Romulans. Though I guess his other appearances in Voyager can make an explanation for it.
Wouldn't that be something if Christopher Walken played Q
I could see that!
One of the best (~self-deprecating, or at least self-referential) jabs by the writers:
_Oh you're so stolid._
_You weren't like that before the beard._
Always absolutely loved that line. Great ref to the whole "Riker's too young-looking" criticism / driver of that change PLUS the solid move AWAY, starting in season 2, from what might be termed "remnants" of TOS.
The original Star Trek was (and still is) great, in its way. But, some of its 'character' didn't fit the very late 80s into the mid-90s.
A fitting "tribute" and bit of self-deprecation / satirization of ... well, everyone - the creators and writers, as well as the audience, I always felt ...
Great stuff! 😄
Q: “What must I do to convince you people [that I’m only human]???”
Warf: “Die!”
Q: “Oh very clever Worf, eat any good books lately?!”
Quite possible my favorite exchange in all of TV… 😂🤣😂
“Ah your species is always suffering and dying.” Such a hilarious line! And so true.
Micro brain in a macro head.😂😂😂
John at his funniest
Q,Q,Q. You always find the right words, with or without your magical power. Keep going buddy!!😀👍💖
Q is right ....humans are ALWAYS suffering!!! Sad but True.
The only one to out do Worf's stolid if barely confined restraint when it comes to Q is when Sisko punches him.
just saying if that was Kirks enterprise when he brought the "fantasy women" onto the bridge im pretty sure it would have been the biggest orgy in star fleet history.
Ah, lust. Thy name is Mudd.
Logical.
Riker- I don't need your fantasy women! I have my own on the holodeck.
Riker without beard is such a shocking sight.
Q is so much fun
Ah so much good stuff here!
Thank you! 😂
1:10 - I feel like I've seen this conversation somewhere before... Oh yeah. This conversation happened later on in Return of Harmony.
1:31 - I call dibs! Off to the holodeck! If I’m not back in three hours, send in a mortician.
"Yes this is sex but it has no place in my life anymore". Da fuc? 😬
To quote TFS Tien: At this point, it's a game, and if he kills me, I win
At 2:52 Wrof was like, oh man I feel like celebrating!
'Oh, hey, Denise, what's up?'
'Forgot I had this thing on Tuesday, with my niece-'
'Say no more.' *Amends the script so that Q takes her out of the story over the course of a real time weekend*
Geordi showing a lot of judgement for a guy that falls in love with a hologram later.
John Sherwood de Lancie, Jr. (born March 20, 1948) is an American actor, best known for his role as Q in various Star Trek series (1987-present).
Also, evolution of Worfs makeup
00:48 that is a hell of a green screen 😅
Worf missed a really good chance to sweep the floor with a human Q, once in a eternity.
OMG you missed the best one, when he calls Worf a Romulan.
Q is the greatest. A teacher posing as a trickster buffoon. He must know Yoda.
Worf, eat any books lately? 😂😂😂
Drink not with thine enemy, several episodes later both sides of a battle are in a bar drinking together.
It was a neutral place, where they are not on opposite sides while there, just fellow Klingons.
Worf is the only Klingon that actually cares about Klingon rules
@@spaghettitime3263 true, he stands for honor, loyality and rules and he always gets fucked up because of it :-D He is like the Starks from GoT and in the end he dont even get the girl.
The "Die" comment always cracks me up 😂😂😂
2:52 Geordi was like, send the women to me
I think its awesome that an old human 21st Century soldier uniform eventually became one of the more standard uniforms of the Romulan Empire later........at least the material used in its manufacture - its the same, the little grey tiles!!
You weren’t like that before the beard!😂
My head canon is that prior to Picard season 3, Worf was on a self improvement journey because Q tried to make amends and it didn't go over well.
Worf got some of the greatest lines in the show.
Im not sure if Worf ever told Sisko about how much of a pain in the ass Q was and how Picard was the only thing keeping him from tearing him in half but I like to think it's the reason he absolutely destroyed him in the bar fight at Quarks
I suspect that news of that is at least part of why Worf is intimidated by The Sisko.
@@InfernosReaper I always though it was because Worf saw Sisko's holodeck program where he went by Hawk and carried a Colt Python.
You're missing one. Q's whining in the turbolift that Worf stinks and Worf just says"too bad"
Worf has the scene of Siskio punching him on repeat!
So funny ❤ watching Q today on STNG and him not winning a beauty contest made me laugh 😂
"Eat any good books lately?" 🤣Decades later and this still makes me laugh every time.
Mircobrain, growl for me.
Eat any good books lately? XD
I'm gonna steal this one.
When Q said he can't disappear, Worf should have commanded, "Then be quiet.
Worf getting roasted again and again lol is great
As Sisko showed though, if you punch Q he'll stop showing up. Maybe Picard should have let Worf pummel him.
“Drink not with the thy enemy, the rigid Klingon code” Yet we see Worf and his brother drinking and partying with enemies in later episodes
1:50 Down, boy!
Riker: "I don't need your fantasy women"!
Me: "Uhhh...I mean...if you don't want them... ✋"
You know Warf you'ld make a perfect throw rug in Nottingham castle LMFAOOO!!!!
BE QUIET!!! 😂😂😂
His head ridges have changed a lot through the episodes. Several times.
Worf has no fear.
Looking back at old STNG is like watching old remastered episodes of TOG
1:22 for a moment I thought he was wearing a Brooks Brother's logo as a pendant, I think it is supposed to represent the Knights of the Golden Fleece, but it's not an english symbol..
Delighted Captain
Imagine if Worf found out Sisko punched Q in the face
The best one, oh very clever Worf eat any good books lately 😂
picards goatee and stache reminds me of the original robin hood errol flynn
You know worf you'd make an excellent throw rug in nottingham castle .....q was such an Ass... lol
ahaha the costumes ahaha