Star Trek: Discovery Episode 3.8 Review: Ups And Downs From The Sanctuary
3. Stamet's, Adira And Culber (UP)
Honestly, this little family unit is becoming one of our favourite things about this season. There is a lot here this week. One thing that is good is clearing up Adira's non-binary nature. Before season 3 began airing, Blu del Barrio was announced as the first openly non-binary actor and character in Star Trek. That left us a little confused when they were constantly referred to as 'she' throughout the season. So, it was very nice that it was handled so simply here. It is a very short conversation and it is done.
There seems to be a parent-child relationship developing between Stamets and Adira, even if perhaps mentor/mentee would be a better description. What is clear is the trust that is developing between them. It is quite lovely to see. Also, piano on a starship. Yes. Simply yes.
Between Stamets, Culber and Adira, we could be seeing one of the most unconventional, yet unconditional family units in Star Trek on the Discovery. It is a plot thread in the season that has given so much joy already. We suspect that when it comes to the season round up, this is going to be high on the 'best of' lists!