Which 'Star Trek' Captain am I?

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From Kathryn Janeway to James T. Kirk to Christopher Pike, find out which 'Star Trek' captain matches your personality best. (Image credit: Getty Images/Paramoun)

Stepping into the captain's chair isn't just about issuing orders, it's about instinct, diplomacy, courage, and knowing when to bend the rules for the greater good. Across the 'Star Trek' universe, each captain has carved out a distinct legacy, shaped by their values and the way they navigate impossible choices.

Some captains lead with unshakable idealism, others with tactical brilliance, and a few with a flair for improvisation that somehow always saves the day. Their personalities define their crews, their missions, and the stories fans return to again and again.

So take a breath, steady your course, and prepare to discover the Starfleet leader who's been hiding in you all along. Engage.

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry is the Content Manager at Space.com. Formerly, she was the Science Communicator at JILA, a physics research institute. Kenna is also a freelance science journalist. Her beats include quantum technology, AI, animal intelligence, corvids, and cephalopods.

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