Leaked artwork from the art-studios working on Star Trek XI …

All I can say is … whaaaaat?

I mean, from what I understand to Star Trek XI, it’s supposed to be a prequel to The Original Series. Fine. The Enterprise was twenty-some years old when Kirk took command. But from what we’ve seen, the Enterprise didn’t have quite such a radical makeover from when she was commanded by Captain April, and then Captain Pike, to Kirk’s tour.

I guess this truly is a reimagining. I guess that’s for the best - frankly, I can’t see anyone other than Bill Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, and Deforest Kelley playing their iconic roles. And I don’t think I’d want to see other actors trying.

There’s a far better discussion on the subject here.

I’ve said it before - I’ll say it again. Most people expect April Fool’s Day jokes on April Fool’s Day. Spring it on ‘em a day early, or a day late, and you can usually take them by complete surprise. As you might have at this point gathered, yesterday’s post about withdrawing from school was a practical joke.

Geisha thinks I’m an asshole for it. As it stands, I agree.

I had been thinking about another “I bought a Jeep Wrangler!” post, but I figured everyone would pick up on that.

(I can’t wait until I write a “I Bought a Jeep Wrangler!” post and have it turn out not to be a prank …)