What If the Crew of the TOS Enterprise Had All Been Cats?
Would this crew of cats still manage to go boldly where no one has gone before? Without a doubt. Just with more naps and an occasional hairball in the transporter room.
Imagine if the USS Enterprise didn’t traverse the galaxy with a crew of humans, but instead, a selection of finely groomed felines?
The drama, the diplomacy, and the derring-do of "Star Trek: The Original Series" would be transformed into a purr-fectly delightful interstellar romp. Let’s reimagine the starship’s iconic crew as cats, assigning each character a breed that best embodies their personality and role.
James T. Kirk - Bengal
Kirk, the bold and brash captain, has the adventurous spirit of a Bengal cat. Bengals are known for their boundless energy, curiosity, and a slight tendency toward overconfidence—just like our fearless leader. Picture a Bengal sprawled on the captain’s chair, tail flicking, while barking (meowing?) orders to his crew.
Spock - Russian Blue
Logical, composed, and enigmatic, Spock would undoubtedly be a Russian Blue. With the blue's sleek, understated elegance and air of quiet intelligence, Russian Blues capture Spock’s unflappable demeanor. Their piercing eyes might as well be analyzing probabilities for the next tactical maneuver.
Leonard McCoy - Scottish Fold
Dr. McCoy, or “Bones,” embodies the Scottish Fold — amiable, empathetic, but prone to bouts of grumbling. Those adorable folded ears would tilt just right as Bones sighs, “I’m a doctor, not a catnip distributor.” His bedside manner would be second to none—unless it’s a Vulcan patient.
Montgomery Scott - Maine Coon
Scotty’s warmth, loyalty, and technical expertise are mirrored in the Maine Coon, a breed renowned for their intelligence and helpful nature. With a fluffy tail swishing through the engineering deck, this gentle giant would be ensuring the warp core stays intact. “I cannae change the laws of fur-ynamics, Captain.”
Nyota Uhura - Abyssinian
Elegant, poised, and endlessly resourceful, Uhura aligns with the Abyssinian. These cats are quick-witted and graceful, often seen as the communicators of the feline world. Imagine her daintily adjusting her headset while decoding alien languages with the flick of a paw.
Pavel Chekov - Siberian
Young and eager, Chekov would be a Siberian cat, native to the frosty regions of Russia. Hardy, clever, and just a bit cheeky, the Siberian captures his youthful enthusiasm and pride in his heritage. “Keptin, I have discovered ze perfect nap spot.”
Hikaru Sulu - Siamese
Sulu’s versatility and charm make him the quintessential Siamese cat. Siamese cats are known for their striking appearance and social nature, which matches Sulu’s wide-ranging interests (from botany to fencing). When not manning the helm, this Siamese would probably be tending to a garden of catnip.