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Sector 21505

Located in Cardassian space; site of the destroyed Cardassian station and the final known location of the rogue Phoenix (Benjamin Maxwell). Central to the Federation-Cardassian tensions in The Wounded (S04E12).
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S4E12 · The Wounded
Picard Denies Macet Access to Maxwell

Sector 21505 is the operational zone where the Phoenix is located, serving as the backdrop for the pursuit and the broader conflict between the Federation and the Cardassians. It is a remote and strategically significant area of space, marked by the wreckage of a destroyed Cardassian station—a reminder of the violence that could easily reignite. The sector’s isolation amplifies the stakes, as any confrontation here would be far from prying eyes, making it a potential flashpoint for renewed hostilities. Data’s report of the Phoenix’s presence in this sector triggers the confrontation on the bridge, as it forces Picard and Macet to confront the immediate threat posed by Maxwell’s actions.

Atmosphere

Remote and foreboding, with an undercurrent of danger. The sector is marked by the aftermath of destruction, symbolizing the fragility of the peace and the ever-present risk of conflict.

Functional Role

Operational zone for the pursuit of the Phoenix and the potential site of a confrontation between Maxwell and Cardassian forces. It is a strategically sensitive area, where the actions of one rogue captain could escalate into a full-scale war.

Symbolic Significance

Represents the frontier of the Federation-Cardassian conflict, where the peace treaty is tested and where the legacy of past violence looms large. The sector is a battleground of ideologies, where trust is scarce and the cost of missteps is measured in lives.

Access Restrictions

Open to Starfleet and Cardassian vessels, but heavily monitored due to its proximity to the border. Access is restricted to authorized military and diplomatic personnel, with strict protocols for engagement.

The sector is marked by the wreckage of a destroyed Cardassian station, a visible reminder of the cost of war. Long-range sensors detect the *Phoenix*’s presence, its transponder signal faint but unmistakable. The vast emptiness of the sector amplifies the isolation and the high stakes of the pursuit.

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