As the Emerald Chain threatens the Council, Agnes charges in, only to be struck down. Put before a vote, the Emerald Chain solidifies its place in the galaxy, while the Federation is stripped of its power. Sato and Kirk disagree on a course of action. While the doctor attempts to save Agnes, Kirk infiltrates the Emerald Chain ship in orbit. Kirk attempts to sacrifice himself and take the ship with him but is beamed out. Later, Sato confronts Kirk and together they sit on the bridge.
As this mini series progressed it became less and less about Kirk. Which was a bit disappointing. Why bring him back just to put him on the sidelines, and not even as commander of a starship even. This issue goes into what Kirk is thinking and feeling since being brought back. It does much to put a band aid on the situation. But where do we go from here? We know how things will progress, somewhat, given what we know from Discovery. Starfleet and the Federation will begin to fade. Their influence and power will wain. Worlds will continue to leave until only a handful are left. So what can Sato and Kirk do in the meantime?
seven out of ten.