Ep 16. Meld

In Star Trek: Voyager's Season 3, Episode 16 titled "Meld," the crew encounters a dilemma when a crew member, Ensign Suder, becomes unstable and violent. Suder has a history of violent tendencies and was placed on the ship under strict probation. When Tuvok, Voyager's Vulcan Security Officer, is put in charge of counseling Suder in suppressing his impulses, he decides to engage in a mind-meld with the ensign.

However, after the mind meld, Tuvok becomes affected by Suder's violent tendencies, which then leads to a string of unexplained murders on board the ship. As the crew investigates the murders, they become increasingly concerned about Tuvok's mental state, and Janeway must decide whether to allow Tuvok to continue to meld with Suder to solve the mystery or to halt the process to ensure the safety of the rest of the crew.

As the investigation continues, Tuvok becomes more and more obsessed with finding the killer, and Suder's innate violence begins to take over his mind. Tuvok is forced to confront the dark side of his own personality, and the episode raises important questions about the nature of violence and whether it can be suppressed or controlled.

The tension builds as Tuvok's colleagues become increasingly concerned about his mental state, and it seems as though the situation may spiral out of control. However, as Tuvok realizes the gravity of his situation, he makes a difficult decision that has repercussions for himself and the crew of the Voyager.

Overall, "Meld" is a tense, thought-provoking episode that delves into the complex issue of violence and its origins. The episode raises important questions about the impact of our actions on others, and the consequences of repressing or suppressing our true selves. With strong performances from the show's regular cast, "Meld" is a standout episode in the third season of Star Trek: Voyager.