Star Trek: Discovery is back for a fifth season. In this season, the characters go on an intergalactic treasure hunt for the "greatest treasure in the known galaxy." But what is the treasure in Star Trek: Discovery season 5? Here are some fan theories.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery season 5, so proceed with caution.
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What Is the Treasure in Star Trek: Discovery Season 5?
In Star Trek: Discovery season 5, the premise of the show is that they are looking for an ancient artifact said to be part of "an 800-year-old Romulan vessel."
But what exactly is the treasure in Star Trek: Discovery season 5?
As of writing, the real treasure has remained a mystery. But as clips teased, there is reason to believe that it could be connected to the technology used by the alien villains of Discovery season 5.
One evidence that this could be the case is that in Star Trek: The Next Generation season 5 episode 24 titled The Next Phase, a couple of characters were phased out of reality after getting exposed to chronitons.
They found this technology on board a Romulan science ship. Through this interphasic cloak technology, they will be able to turn invisible and go through solid matter.
Once they find this treasure, it will be of great help in their journey.
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Here's What Fans Think about the Star Trek: Discovery Season 5 Treasure
Aside from the clue that they are searching for a piece of an ancient Romulan vessel, not much is clear at this point.
With this, avid fans of the franchise have their theories on what the treasure in season 5 could be. These theories include the following:
Meanwhile, some are hoping it won't be a doomsday weapon.
There's also a possibility that this discovery will lead the franchise to create a new Star Trek species that would expand the series and set it up for a future spinoff.
Thankfully for fans, the wait won't be too long, as the show is getting released soon.
Do you have any theories about the treasure they're looking for in Star Trek: Discovery season 5? Let us know in the comments below.
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