S1E13
Cathexis
⚠ Spoiler alert This recap gives away what happens in this episode.
Episode Summary & Review
Summary
An encounter with a strange nebula leaves Chakotay brain dead and the crew battling a powerful force that seems to be taking over their minds.
Our Take
A decent creepy-ship mystery that coasts on atmosphere more than actual suspense, since the twist is easy to spot well before the crew figures it out. Tuvok getting the spotlight is welcome, and the alien possession stuff makes for a few tense scenes, but the resolution feels rushed. Solid mid-season filler, fine if you’re already watching.