It seems like any event is an excuse to bring new gifts. There are birthday parties, holiday parties, engagement parties, baby showers, and housewarming parties. It's exhausting to think about the number of gifts we need to buy. And, they all expect you to be creative and thoughtful. So, let us help with the perfect gift for the ultimate Star Trek fan.
No matter if they are Star Trek Discovery or The Original Series fans.
CafePress Star Trek: Q Quote Mug
Q is not the only one with a delusion of grandeur. Many people believe they are a gift to humanity. One of them might be your friend. This is the perfect gift for the one who believes they are a God or Goddess. I personally love it.
Aquarius Star Trek Kirk Vs Gorn Tin Sign
People have all sorts of posters to make their room be more personalized. This vintage-looking poster makes me wonder what WWE fights would look like in the Star Trek universe.
Westland Giftware Star Trek Magnetic Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shaker Set
If you know someone who loves food as much as sci-fi this is a great gift. Besides, who would ever imagine Captain Kirk on a shaker?
Star Trek Logo Design Handmade Vinyl Record Wall Clock
This officially licensed clock looks as cool as you'd think. The vinyl record look makes it look classy, and it ties together any room. I think I've watched enough HGTV shows to recognize good taste when I see it, and this is it.
Original Star Trek Patent Poster Prints, Set of 4
Throughout the years we've seen 8 different versions of the USS Enterprise. I guess you could collect them all. But, here we have four to get your favorite Trekkies started. The black and white look goes great with the wall clock shown above.
Live Long And Prosper Star Trek Themed Stemless Wine Glasses
Red wine, red alert, who can tell the difference. These wine glasses will make any wine and movie nights Spock approved. It is better if you drink wine while watching your favorite Star Trek The Original Series episodes.
PlanetsForSale Deluxe Star Trek Starfleet Academy Certificate in a Luxury Gift Box
Wesley Crusher inspired many Star Trek The Next Generation fans. Many of us dreamed of attending Starfleet Academy in the hopes of becoming the next Starfleet captain. So, what better way to help them represent the Academy than with a Certificate. Now they can feel like they graduated with honors, even if they skipped a few classes.
Captain Janeway mug - Unique Star Trek Voyager Lover Gift
Coffee is the single best substance in the galaxy. It's warm, gives you energy, and tastes great. This is a great Star Trek gift for someone who has to cram for finals, or has an important presentation and needs both caffeine and the support of an amazing captain.
Night Lights Smalody 3D Optical Illusion Multi-Colored Change Touch Controlled Desk Lamp Battleship
This night light will make it feel like you really are living in the future. The lamp is controlled by touch, which that in itself is cool, but also shows your favorite starship. And, it looks like a 3D hologram. It is perfect for anyone who wishes to make their quarters feel more like the 24th Century ones.
Star Trek Soy Candles (Set of 3)
Candles are one of the nicest things about this world. They're cute, relaxing, and smell nice. Plus, fire. And this set includes three smells: Vulcan Pon Farr, Earl Grey Tea, and Janeway's Coffee. I particularly love the smell of Earl Gray, I know me and Captain Picard would be best friends. Which would be your favorite?
getDigital Tea Tin, Tea. Earl Grey. Hot.
Speaking of my love for Earl Grey, if your friend feels the same way about loose leaf tea this tin is the perfect present. It looks like the replicator to make it seem more authentic. The tin is empty so you can fill it with your favorite teas. Even if it's not Earl Grey. I promise we won't tell. You might want to get a heat changing mug as well to complete the set.
Star Trek Cork-Back Coaster Set
Any adult needs a good coaster set to protect that fancy furniture or that Ikea furniture. Either way, a coaster set is of the essence. However, few people think to buy one when they move. This gift is ideal for housewarming parties. It's a thoughtful detail that won't break the bank. Plus, they'll think of you anytime they have people over and they don't have to clean up a water ring on their favorite coffee table.
Vandor 80087 Star Trek Stainless Steel Flask
Raise your hand if you have ever snuck in alcohol to a party or even a family event. Let me tell you, Thanksgiving with my family is hard. That is nearly impossible to do without a good flask. Besides, "to go boldly where no one has gone before" are great words to live by, no matter the occasion.
Toynk Star Trek Luggage Tag Gift Set
Now, for your friend with perpetual wanderlust. That friend who wants to explore, meet new cultures, have adventures, or even just Spring Break in Cabo. These tags will help a lot. If we've learned anything from Star Trek is that we need to get out of our comfort zone. We need to experience things for ourselves and be open to new people and adventures. And since most of us are not lucky enough to head out to space just yet, traveling within our planet will have to do. Great tags for a great adventure.
Star Trek Prism Enterprise - PopSockets
Our communicators, sorry our phones are the one thing people take everywhere these days. If you want your friend to remember you all the time give them something they can take with them. Something like a pop socket for their phone. It makes playing Candy Crush way more comfortable. Plus, it's the perfect stocking stuffer.
Star Trek Next Generation Bluetooth Communicator Badge
Have you ever wanted to be able to call someone just by hitting a pin on your shirt? Now you can. This Wand Company badge lets you connect to your phone through Bluetooth so you can talk to the rest of your crew just by hitting your shoulder.
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Apparently, their sense of humor has no bounds. Curious to hear from drill sergeants online, Redditor darkstalker1000 asked:
"Drill instructors, what is the funniest thing you have seen a Private do?"
The following examples were utterly humiliating, but valuable lessons were learned.
Longheld Punishment
"Had 2 guys get in a fight in our bay during basic. The drill sergeant made them hold hands and pretending to be on a date all week. Only time they could let go of each other's hands was rack time. They ended up becoming pretty good friends."
Confusing Paycheck
"Ex British Army officer here."
"A corporal went on a nine week mortar course and was accommodated (obviously) while he was away. It turned out he knew one of the DS teaching the course and was invited, regularly, to dine and drink in the Sergeant's Mess."
"The month after coming back from the course, he brought his payslip to me with a puzzled look on his face and, embarrassed, explained he didn't understand what it meant and could I help him?"
"It emerged that the Sergeant's Mess had a chitty system - you didn't pay for your drinks at the time, but signed for them and the total bill was deducted from your pay."
"This legend had managed to drink more than his monthly salary both months he'd been away and his payslip was a negative balance."
"I'm sorry Smith, I'm afraid you owe the Army £235 ($327.50) this month."
Asking For An Advance
"Former European Anti-Air Trainee here."
"Recruit spent his first check on alcohol and sex workers, asked his commander for next months check in advance the next day. Instead of having a good excuse prepared to actually succeed in that proposal he blankly told him in front of 80 other recruits why he'd need it."
Eye-Level Reprimand
"I saw a guy post about how he was like 6'3 and his DS was like 5'2, so whenever he messed up the DS would go up to him face to chest and yell 'Elevator!' and the guy would bend down to eye level with the DS and say 'Ding!' and the DS would proceed to look him in the eye while he chewed him out."
Some experiences were downright hilarious.
The Stain
"Not an RDC, but in boot camp I was over the laundry crew. One recruit sh*t himself because he thought he couldn't leave his rack after taps. It was funny at the moment before I realized I had to wash it."
– ScootaFL
Ambush Training
"This was the funniest f'king thing I ever read from u/odomotto"
"Recruit fired all his blank ammo during 'ambush training.' He crawled in ditch opposite where the aggressors were, and started throwing rocks at them. DI came running in middle of the road blowing his whistle and screaming 'what the f'k are you doing?' Recruit screamed back, 'throwing hand grenades drill sergeant!' Without missing a beat, the DI screamed 'out f'king standing.' And walked away."
"My sides hurt and I was wheezing laughing so hard at this when I first heard it!"
These punishments made no sense. And that's why they're memorable.
The Replacement
"When I was in basic, a kid we called 'Albino' shot off a blank round accidentally in the field. The sergeants were pissed and took his weapon away and replaced it with a broomstick for the remainder of the week in the field."
"Man I remember some dude didn't put the sheet on his bunk the right way and had to wear the sheet as a cloak and go to all the other barracks dancing around sing about how he was the 'Catch Edge Fairy' or something. It was pretty silly, he owned it though. He was doing twirls the whole time. This was Navy bootcamp."
– Konebred
Despite how they are depicted on film, drill instructors are people who care.
Like, Beals – a drill sergeant at Fort Knox, Kentucky – who said:
"We provide more than just physical, mental and emotional guidance for them. You are a father, a preacher, a financial advisor, a counselor-you provide so many different services to the Soldier that the regular public doesn't see on day to day basis."
"They see what they see in movies and what they hear about by word of mouth. But you are fulfilling so many roles other than just being a trainer and teaching an individual how to be a Soldier in the Army."
And occasionally, they are having a laugh at the crazy things their trainees do.