Strange New Worlds switched ships to show us James T. Kirk’s first time in command of a starship. The episode is called “The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail,” and it creates a situation where not only does Commander Kirk become a Captain,

The J.J. Abrams-directed "Star Trek" film depicted a young Kirk (Chris Pine) and Spock (Zachary Quinto) who initially hated each others' guts, but grew into being friends during a trial by fire. "Strange New Worlds" has been much more subtle in showing the beginnings of this legendary bond.

The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail' provides the crucible that 'Strange New Worlds' has been building towards since before it even existed: the forging of the team that made 'Star Trek'.