[s1e1] Second: Contact

: The episode is firmly canon , exploring parts of the Federation universe that were previously left to the imagination, such as what happens to planets after the Enterprise leaves. Everything Wrong With Lower Decks S1E1 - "Second Contact"

: A cyborg engineer who spends his first date trying to troubleshoot his cybernetic implant. Reception and Analysis [S1E1] Second Contact

: The primary conflict involves a "zombie" virus caused by a Galactic mosquito bite that turns the crew into mindless, rage-filled attackers. Ensign Tendi, on her first day, finds herself thrust into the middle of this sick bay crisis. Character Dynamics : : The episode is firmly canon , exploring