Firstborn (Star Trek: The Next Generation) Firstborn (Star Trek: The Next Generation) "Firstborn" is the 173rd episode of the American science fiction television series "". The 21st episode of the . Worf is visited by a mysterious Klingon saying Worf's brother Kurn sent him to help Alexander grow into becoming a Klingon warrior. Worf is concerned that his son Alexander is not pursuing his Klingon heritage and has no desire to become a Klingon warrior. Captain Picard recommends that Worf should expose Alexander to more of his heritage at the Kot'baval festival at Maranga IV. When the "Enterprise" stops at Maranga IV as part of routine
Contagion (Star Trek: The Next Generation) Contagion (Star Trek: The Next Generation) "Contagion" is the eleventh episode of the of the American science fiction television series "", the 37th episode overall. It was originally released on March 20, 1989, in broadcast syndication. It was written by Steve Gerber and Beth Woods, and was directed by Joseph L. Scanlan. Set in the 24th century, the series follows the adventures of the crew of the Federation starship "Enterprise". In this episode, Picard and company try to protect the "Enterprise" against a catastrophic malfunction and simultaneously unlock the secrets of the once-powerful Iconian empire while keeping those secrets from