Factory Entertainment reveals the replica of Queen Borg’s skull on first contact
Bernice J. Hicks
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“I am the beginning, the end, the multiple one. I am the Borg.” – Queen Borg
The Borg Queen was the entity that served as the central link for the Borg Collective. The Borg, a fusion of organic and synthetic matter, and their relentless pursuit of perfection scared all quadrants of the galaxy and appeared in both Star trek movies and television series. Factory Entertainment’s Queen Borg Skull Replica replicates the cybernetic skull and spinal cord that remained after Queen Borg’s body was sent by Captain Jean-Luc Picard during the heyday of Star Trek: First Contact.
In the Star trek Universe, Queen Borg is not a single entity, but one among many. In Star Trek: First Contact, she was memorably portrayed onscreen by Alice Krige. Factory Entertainment is proud to present this Signature Edition replica, complete with a plaque personally signed by Ms. Krige.
The original accessory
A physical skull prop was created for the confrontation scenes at the end of Star Trek: First Contact. Made from resin, it has been augmented with LED lights and animatronics. The physical prop was seamlessly mixed with CGI to create the final scenes.
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Factory Entertainment’s Borg Queen Skull Signature Edition replica has been copied directly from the surviving prop in CBS archives to ensure accuracy.
The main body of the replica is cast from heavy polyurethane resin with an electroplated chrome finish. The replica is completed with various plastic and rubber parts to match the original accessory and features an articulated spinal cord. On screen, the prop was shown to be heavily damaged by corrosive plasma, so each replica was hand patinated to give a ‘battle damaged’ appearance.
Electronic lighting functions have been integrated to simulate the special effects seen on the screen. These include multiple LEDs and a “crossfade” sequence that replicates when the Borg Queen stopped working.
This is a strictly limited signature edition of just 250 pieces and includes a hand signed cast metal plaque, display stand, and Certificate of Authenticity / Accessory History Booklet.
Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included).
Dimensions:
- Without stand: 35 x 6 x 8 “(889 x 152 x 203 mm)
- With stand: 37 x 10 x 12 “(939 x 254,304 mm)
You can pre-order a Borg Queen Skull Signature Edition Accessory Replica signed by Alice Krige for $ 1,499.99 on Factory Entertainment website.
