I have a theory that when Lorca says to Stamets “how do you want to be remembered in history? Alongside the Wright Brothers, Elon Musk, Zefram Cochrane, or as a failed fungus expert?” it’s a sign that he’s from the Mirrorverse. Because Elon Musk sucks, and his work and views don’t actually jive with the ideals of the 23rd century and Starfleet. However, in the Mirrorverse, he’d be the shit. So the reason why Stamets looks so angry is not only that Lorca is being a dick, but because he’s thinking ‘who the fuck is Elon Musk?’
I hate Elon Musk with my whole heart. This is a good explanation for something that filled me with rage
Yes! Exactly! Afterwards, he goes back to his quarters and looks him up, and spends the entire evening explaining to Hugh what an idiot the captain is and why did he bring up this clown who did nothing of value and who just messed up the planet even more. ‘This is a science vessel! Why does the captain not know anything about science!?’
Upset by the realisation that we live in the mirrorverse, but not surprised.
(via karalynlovescake)
