Star Trek: Year Five #22

In "A Crypt Called Ithaca [Part 1]," the Enterprise returns to Earth after its historic five-year mission, marking a pivotal moment for the crew. As Bright Eyes is formally accepted into Starfleet, Spock, Uhura, and Scotty face a tense debriefing with Federation Administrator Renei—while Kirk’s unexpected offer to make Spock the next Enterprise captain leads to a surprising and emotional rejection. Written by Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly, with art by Stephen Thompson and inks by Thompson and Elisabetta D’Amico, this issue captures the weight of legacy and choice, all rendered in Charlie Kirchoff’s vivid colors and Neil Uyetake’s sharp lettering. The cover by Stephen Thompson perfectly frames the moment’s quiet intensity.