Star Trek The Next Generation
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Mauric

cynical manipulative calculating suspicious charming
Mauric serves as the Kes Ambassador, advancing his planet's interests amid tense unification talks with the xenophobic Prytt on Kesprytt Three. He liaises with Federation officers including Captain Picard, Commander Riker, and Lieutenant Worf, often prioritizing military solutions over diplomacy. A distinguished humanoid with refined charm masking cynicism, he navigates suspicions toward the Prytt and secures tactical edges like basing operations aboard the USS Enterprise. His rivalry with Minister Lorin fuels manipulative tactics, positioning Kes for dominance in stalled negotiations.
17 appearances
Kesprytt Diplomacy
Also known as: Ambassador Mauric

Mauric's Journey

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17 moments
S7E8 · Attached
Lorin reveals the implants' true purpose

Not applicable (off-screen, but implied as a point of contention)

Mauric is mentioned by Picard as a potential ally but is not physically present in the cell. His absence is notable, as Lorin’s accusations imply his involvement in the Kes-Federation …

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Worf traces Prytt interference in kidnapping

Suspicious and determined—Worf's Klingon honor is stirred by the Prytt's deception, and his loyalty to Picard and Crusher fuels his urgency. There is a simmering anger beneath his professional demeanor, directed at the Prytt's cowardly tactics.

Worf stands at the transporter console, his Klingon instincts sharpened by the sensor readings. He is the first to detect the anomalous antigraviton particles, immediately recognizing their unnatural origin. His …

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Riker traces Picard and Crusher to Prytt

Vigilant with controlled intensity; the Prytt's actions violate his sense of honor and security protocols, fueling his determination to counter the threat.

Worf stands at the Transporter console, his Klingon instincts sharpened by the anomaly in the sensor logs. He is the first to identify the antigraviton particles, his vigilance aligning with …

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Riker rejects Mauric’s hollow diplomacy

Calculating and subtly antagonistic, with a surface-level charm that belies his frustration with the Enterprise crew’s insistence on diplomacy. His emotional state is one of controlled impatience, as he seeks to advance the Kes government’s agenda without fully revealing his hand.

Ambassador Mauric, a distinguished and charismatic diplomat, begins the exchange with a performative apology for the Prytt’s abduction of Picard and Crusher. However, his true intent quickly becomes clear as …

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Mauric dismisses Prytt diplomacy as futile

Feigned conciliation masking cynicism and impatience

Mauric, the Kes Ambassador, begins with a polished apology but swiftly pivots to advocating for a hostage rescue operation, dismissing diplomacy as futile. His charm is calculated, his smile patronizing, …

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Riker rejects Mauric’s force plan

Outwardly conciliatory and charming, but internally driven by a desire to assert Kes dominance. His frustration with Riker’s insistence on diplomacy is barely concealed, and his request for a base of operations is a power move disguised as a security concern.

Mauric, the Kes ambassador, dominates the conversation with his refined charm and calculated rhetoric. He dismisses diplomacy outright, framing the Prytt as irredeemably hostile and positioning the hostage rescue team …

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Mauric tests Worf’s loyalty with a deliberate delay

Calculating and distrustful, with an undercurrent of arrogance. Mauric’s hesitation is not fear but a strategic pause, designed to assert control and test Worf’s loyalty.

Mauric halts at the threshold of his assigned quarters, his body language rigid with suspicion. He scans the corridor and the empty room with deliberate slowness, as if assessing potential …

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Worf Dismissed by Mauric’s Suspicious Inspection

Feigned calm masking deep secrecy and a sense of control over the situation.

Ambassador Mauric leads a meticulous inspection of the Kes quarters with his aide, methodically scanning surfaces and corners. He dismisses Worf’s offer of assistance with a polite but firm refusal, …

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Prytt sever communication and Mauric intervenes

Calm on the surface, but internally guarded, possibly anxious about the crew’s suspicion. His emotional state is a mix of calculated assurance and underlying tension, as if he is walking a tightrope between Kes interests and Starfleet expectations.

Mauric enters the bridge with his aide, his demeanor calm but calculated. He interrupts the aftermath of the Prytt rebuff with the news of Picard and Crusher’s escape, delivering the …

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Mauric’s Suspicious Rescue Claim

Calm and controlled on the surface, but internally tense, possibly due to Kes political pressures or personal stakes in the rescue.

Mauric enters the bridge with his aide, his demeanor calm and composed, yet his timing is deliberately disruptive. He delivers the news of Picard and Crusher’s rescue with a measured …

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Riker questions Mauric’s risky extraction plan

Controlled and pragmatic, with an undercurrent of urgency to secure Riker’s trust and the Federation’s support for Kes.

Mauric dominates the conversation with calculated confidence, outlining the extraction plan while downplaying risks. He subtly leverages the Federation’s potential Kes membership as leverage, revealing his political acumen. His body …

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Mauric accuses Federation of Prytt conspiracy

Cold → Calculating → Hostile. Surface: 'Then I believe it's time for us to be leaving the Enterprise.' Internal: 'The Federation cannot be trusted.'

Mauric orchestrates the entire confrontation, shifting from neutral host to accusatory inquisitor. He orders the invasive scan, then methodically unfolds his conspiracy theory, pacing the room with the confidence of …

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Riker confronts Prytt-Kes distrust

Coldly furious, with a simmering rage that she struggles to contain. Her defiance is a shield, masking her underlying vulnerability and the Prytt’s precarious position.

Lorin stands rigidly, her body language radiating cold fury. She refuses to sit at the table with Mauric, symbolically rejecting any cooperation with the Kes. Her dialogue is sharp and …

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Riker forces Prytt factions to confront each other

Coldly furious, with a simmering rage that masks her deep-seated fear of betrayal and loss of control over Prytt sovereignty.

Minister Lorin stands rigidly in the observation lounge, her cold fury barely contained as she accuses Ambassador Mauric of colluding with the Kes and the Federation. She refuses to sit …

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Riker threatens Federation sanctions to force Kes cooperation

Shifts from defiant smugness to growing concern, then to worried submission—her emotional arc mirrors the unraveling of her negotiating position.

Lorin begins the event defiant, accusing the Kes of espionage and refusing to cooperate. However, as Riker escalates his threats, her demeanor shifts from smug confidence to palpable concern. She …

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Riker escalates threats to force Lorin’s cooperation

Shaken and conflicted, her initial smugness gives way to worry as she realizes the Prytt's exposure to Starfleet's investigative power. She is torn between loyalty to her people and the immediate threat of Federation intervention, which could expose hidden Prytt activities.

Lorin's defiance crumbles under Riker's escalating threats. Initially smug and dismissive, she becomes visibly worried as Riker describes the invasive scope of a Starfleet investigation. Her body language shifts from …

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Riker extracts Beverly’s coordinates

Guilty and resigned. He knows his silence has enabled the Prytt’s excesses, and Riker’s exit forces him to confront the cost of his alliances. There’s a flicker of shame, but also the cold calculation of a diplomat assessing how to salvage Kes’s position.

Mauric remains a silent observer, his refined charm replaced by a tense stillness. He doesn’t intervene, doesn’t protest—his silence is complicity. As Riker exits, Mauric is left in the lounge …

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Affiliation

Kes (Faction of Kesprytt Three)
Kesprytt Three Politics and Federation Accession Negotiations