Star Trek: Voyager Riddles (1995–2001) Online

While out in the Delta Flier Tuvok is attacked by a cloaked alien, Neelix manages to fly him back to Voyager but the weapon has effectively wiped his brain leaving him struggling to rebuild his personality. He is frustrated that he can't do the things the old Tuvok could but as time passes he realises he can do other things and he enjoys having emotions which enable him to be friends with Neelix rather than just tolerating him. While he is coming to terms with his new self the crew are searching for the mysterious aliens which attacked him.

This was an enjoyable episode which gave Tim Russ the opportunity to show a greater emotional range than he is normally able to in the role of Tuvok. The story itself was enjoyable and posed a nice dilemma at the end where Tuvok had to decide whether to keep his emotions or sacrifice them to regain the skills needed to do his job.

This is one of the best shows that you could ever see from "Star Trek: Voyager"--one that you shouldn't miss. In many ways, it reminds me of the movie "Regarding Henry" and offers some truly touching moments.

On a shuttle mission, Mr. Tuvok is attacked by a cloaked alien. The attack is so serious that Tuvok's memory is gone and he has no idea who he is. Additionally, his Vulcan persona is gone! Scared, he reaches out to the crew member who sticks with him through all this, Neelix. Soon the pair become inseparable and you see a very, very different sort of Tuvok. He smiles, he's happy and he's having fun with his new best friend. And, because he's not the ultra-logical guy, he and Neelix create a special bond. However, if Tuvok is restored, what will become of his affection for Neelix?

This is an incredibly satisfying episode. It also helps you to see that although Tuvok always seems exasperated with Neelix and wants to avoid him, perhaps there has always been some genuine affection lying deep under the surface. Exceptional and well worth your time.

Tim Russ as Tuvok does a nice performance as the overly serious Vulcan, suddenly bereft of his basic personality and being. An assault by an alien force has damaged him, and he must be retaught. He becomes childlike and joyous, but it is not him. Neelix shows great compassion, but must make a huge sacrifice. This is quite touching without being maudlin.