The thing about the Kobayashi Maru
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“The thing about the Kobayashi Maru,” said Jim, “is you have to remember it’s a simulation.”

Interesting argument in the form of discussion between Kirk and Bones over drinks.

  • grue@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    3 months ago

    The scenario always ends with their simulated destruction, but that’s not what I mean.

    If every outcome is considered equal, then how would it be useful to Starfleet? Or said another way, if Starfleet doesn’t care how cadets react to a no-win scenario, why does it need to know?

    I always figured the failure conditions were things like cowardice or paralyzing indecision – character flaws unwanted in a leader.

    • nova_ad_vitum
      1·
      3 months ago

      Does leaving the ship to it’s fate count as cowardice?

      That decision technically saves the most lives.