"Errand of Mercy" Line-by-Line

[LeadHead]

Kor: Nothing else?

 

[Orac]

Klingon: The usual. A certain amount of apprehension regarding us. The mind is remarkably disciplined.

 

[LeadHead]

Kor: You are sure?

 

[Orac]

Klingon: I used force 4, which is sufficient to break down any pretence.

 

[Athena28]

KOR: Very well, Lieutenant. Would you like to try our little truth finder?

 

[LeadHead]

Kirk: I don't understand.

 

[Enterprise1981]

KOR: It's a mind-sifter or mind-ripper, depending on how much force is used. We can record every thought, every bit of knowledge in a man's mind. Of course, when that much force is used, the mind is emptied. Permanently, I'm afraid. What's left is more vegetable than human.

 

[Orac]

Kirk: And you're proud of it.

 

[Enterprise1981]

KOR: It is a tool, a weapon. Somewhat drastic, but very efficient.

 

[Orac]

Kirk: Are you sure you're alright?

 

[Athena28]

SPOCK: Perfectly, Baroner. But it was an interesting experience.

 

[Enterprise1981]

KOR: All right, Vulcan, you may go. But you are an enemy alien. You will be under our scrutiny at all times. If I have to warn you...

 

[Catarina]

SPOCK: Not necessary, Commander. I understand you very well.

 

[Enterprise1981]

He leaves, followed by the guard.

KOR: Return to your council, Baroner. You will receive our official notifications as soon as they are published. In the meantime keep the people in order. It is your responsibility.

 

[Orac]

Kirk: Or I will be killed.

 

[Enterprise1981]

KOR: That is exactly right. You will be killed.

 

[Athena28]

[Village square]

KIRK: That mind-sifter can't be all the terror they think it is.

 

[Orac]

Spock: It should not be underestimated, Captain. It reaches directly into the mind. We Vulcans have certain mental (a Klingon walks past) certain disciplines which enable me to maintain a shield. Without those disciplines, there would be no protection.

 

[Enterprise1981]

KIRK: I'll try and avoid it.

 

[Athena28]

KLINGON: Out of the way, Organian.