I believe that the Titan was never meant to be renamed Enterprise. I think that this was a last minute change. I mean, why would they undo the legacy of the previous Titan ships in such a disrespectful fashion? I am guessing that the ships of the Titan legacy line have now been discontinued? I wonder how Riker would feel about this? Would he be annoyed?
Is it possible that a Titan spin-off series was already rejected by the network, so one last Legacy was left by the Picard production team leaving us with a brand new Enterprise. There is a no greater legacy within Star Trek for both writers and designers than creating a new Enterprise - the *ultimate* Star Trek hero ship.
Here is my fan-fic reaction of Captain Riker upon hearing about the Titan name change:
Captain Riker: “With all due respect, Admiral, the USS Titan has a proud history, and its name should be respected. That ship and her crew accomplished incredible feats both under my command and that of others, and now Starfleet has the audacity to rename her Enterprise? It's an insult to all who served on the Titan, including to the memory of Captain Shaw!”
Admiral Janeway: “Captain Riker, I understand your frustration, and I share your concerns. The USS Titan in all of its guises has had a distinguished career, and it’s name holds a special place in the hearts of many. I assure you that the decision to rename her was not taken lightly and was made after much careful consideration.”
**Admiral Janeway walks to the the replicator and replicates a coffee**
“Computer, coffee, black, hot.”
Captain Riker: “That ‘ship’ was a symbol of strength, perseverance and unity. Renaming her is not only disrespectful it's a blatant disregard for her legacy and lineage. The Titan was a ship that inspired confidence within the fleet and instilled fear in to our enemies, that gave hope to those in need…. championing for the just whilst helping to chart new frontiers, going boldly ‘out there’.
**Captain Riker performs the ‘Riker manoeuvre’, placing one leg on to a chair, leaning in towards Janeway**
To take away her name is to diminish all that she and those who served aboard her stood for. The crew of the Titan deserves better than this. We
earned the right to carry that name with pride, and it's not something that can so easily be erased with the stroke of a pen. This decision is unacceptable, and I won't stand for it.”
**A pause, Janeway takes a sip of her coffee as Riker looks on**
Admiral Janeway: “The Enterprise has a long and storied history as you more than anyone are very much aware of Captain, Enterprise is a symbol of excellence and exploration. I’m sure that you wanted to command her yourself one day…
Captain Riker: “Well… if the position is going…”
Admiral Janeway: While the Titan may have been equally impressive in its own right, it is understandable that some may feel that renaming it to the Enterprise is not fitting. That being said, we must also remember that names are just labels and what truly matters is the legacy of the ship and her crew.
Captain Riker: “Absolutely, Admiral. What is a ship if it is not for her crew…. and her Captain.”
**Riker smiles at Janeway, a wanting twinkle in his eyes… a hunger for command, for the Enterprise.**
Admiral Janeway: “I have no doubt that the USS Titan, now known as the USS Enterprise, will continue to uphold the highest standards of Starfleet and honour the legacy of her predecessors. Let us focus on the future and the great things this ship and her crew will accomplish rather than dwell on the name.
**A pause**
Seven of Nine has been appointed as Captain of the Enterprise.
**An awkward silence. Janeway eventually taps her comm badge, Riker’s heart is visibly broken**
Janeway to Captain Seven.”
Seven of Nine: “Yes Admiral”
Admiral Janeway: “The Enterprise is yours. Take her… out there.”
Seven of Nine: “Ensign Laforge,
let’s go.”
Ensign Laforge: “…
boldly, sir.”
**The Enterprise warps off**
Captain Riker: “Now just wait a god damned minute!”
**Captain Janeway smirks, sips her coffee and breaks the fourth wall, winking at the audience through the camera.**
I refuse to write any more fan-fic, I am now on strike in consolidation with the Writers Guild of America!
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