Star Trek: Lower Decks #11

In "Again with the Whales...", the Cerritos stumbles into a series of bizarre system malfunctions—only to discover the real culprit is a covert mission by their Cetacean Ops team. Sent back in time to retrieve more humpback whales to bolster the 24th century's population, the crew finds themselves caught between deep-sea mysteries and the quiet chaos of a mission that’s anything but routine. Written by Tim Sheridan and brought to life by Philip Murphy’s expressive art and Charlie Kirchoff’s vibrant colors, this issue blends sci-fi intrigue with the series’ signature humor. The cover by Philip Murphy captures the moment with a perfectly timed mix of wonder and absurdity.