James and Andrew beam into The Royale, a Season 2 detour into a bizarre 20th-century hotel where things are… oddly Earthy. In this episode of the podcast, our hosts land somewhere in the middle: while the absurdity of the plot doesn’t do much to expand the Trek universe, there’s still some fun to be had. From Worf’s unexpectedly hilarious lines to Data’s suspiciously emotion-filled antics (who needs an emotion chip?), there’s enough charm to keep it light. Is it a campy classic or a forgettable filler? As with much of the fandom, opinions vary—and James and Andrew explore why. Grab your quarters and step into the revolving door of The Royale.