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These are 1-minute intros that were taped by several of the regular cast members. 40 episodes were chosen by the producers, and the intros were included in the reruns shown by some TV stations that run DS9 in a strip syndication package (i.e., five days a week). These intros, however, were only made for episodes in the 1st through 4th seasons.

Here are transcripts of the intros, for those of you who may not have a chance to see them. Each one is done with "Okudagram"-style graphics around the actor as he/she speaks, with a rotating image of the station, and the DS9 theme music playing in the background. The paragraphs in italics describe clips that were shown.

Narrated by Terry Farrell

Klingons -- formidable, unstoppable, and the most popular race of villains Star Trek has ever created. They are the prime subject of this episode from the Deep Space Nine Chronicles, entitled "Blood Oath". What makes this show extra special is the return of three guest stars who played Klingons in the original Star Trek series.

shots of Kor, Koloth, and Kang from "Blood Oath"

John Colicos, William Campbell, and Michael Ansara reprised their roles in this saga that brings them to Deep Space Nine. Dax talks them into taking her with them on a quest for revenge. But don't think it was easy for them to step back into uniform after all those decades. The actors were subjected to long hours, more elaborate makeup designs than their previous Klingon roles demanded, and some strenuous battle scenes.

Shots from the bat'leth fight in the Albino's compound

After filming this episode, William Campbell admitted that it was the toughest job he had ever undertaken, and one of the toughest jobs he would ever beg to do again. I'm Terry Farrell. It's my pleasure to present "Blood Oath".