Faces (Star Trek: Voyager)

"Faces" is the 16th episode of the first season of the American science fiction television series Star Trek: Voyager. It first aired on UPN on May 15, 1995.

The episode's plot revolves around a Vidiian scientist who captures Lieutenant Torres and, using advanced surgical techniques, separates her into her human and Klingon halves. The Vidiian hopes to isolate the Klingon aspect of Torres in order to study and potentially weaponize the Klingon immune system against the Phage, a disease devastating the Vidiian species.

The human Torres is portrayed as timid and unsure of herself, lacking the confidence and assertive nature of the unified B'Elanna Torres. Conversely, the Klingon Torres is aggressive, volatile, and embodies the fiercer aspects of her Klingon heritage. Commander Chakotay and the rest of the Voyager crew must race to rescue both halves of Torres before the Vidiian can complete his experiments.

"Faces" is notable for exploring B'Elanna Torres's dual heritage and the internal conflict she experiences as a result. It allows the audience to see distinct manifestations of her human and Klingon identities and to understand the challenges she faces in reconciling them. The episode touches on themes of identity, self-acceptance, and the ethical considerations of scientific experimentation.