"So tell me your final analysis of the situation with the Excalbians, Spock," Kirk said to Spock on the bridge.
"The alien seemed disappointed in our performance, and I believe that is so simply because they did not factor in the nuance of humanoid morality systems. We may say that things are 'good' or 'evil,' but in creatures that experience and acknowledge emotion, those labels are often subjective."
Kirk nodded. "And they seemed confused on our initial refusal to fight."
"Indeed. The belief that good must triumph over evil in a physical fight is reminiscent of an epic. Reality does not work in those narrative terms."
"Very good observations, Mr. Spock. Now as exciting as it was to meet 'Lincoln,' let's hope that's the last of the Excalbians we see for a long time."
"Agreed."
