Why I Would Not Allow the Borg to Assimilate Me

It is a rare luxury to get away from the relentless pursuit that the Borg drones might enforce. In the grand scheme of the Star Trek universe, the Borg have always been portrayed as enigmatic and almost rhinoceros-like in their approach to assimilating species. Personally, I find that their mechanical and biological decoupling deeply unsettling.

The Technological and Biological Veil

Despite my fascination with the Borg's technological prowess, I would never provide any meaningful biological or technological distinctiveness. In every depiction, the Borg have shown an unwavering urge to assimilate life forms, but not always in the most logical or humane way. Considering the average human's speed and agility, it is baffling how perfectly healthy individuals cannot outrun their drones. The scripts and storylines often leave that mystery unresolved, which is intriguing but not in my favor.

Vision of the Collective

Initially, when I first encountered the Borg, I dreamt of drones relentlessly chasing me. Every attempt to escape, whether by jumping off a cliff, fleeing through windows, or any other desperate measure, only ended my nightmarish fantasy. Contrary to popular belief, despite the allure of the collective, I would certainly not allow myself to be assimilated. The idea of becoming part of a hive-minded entity goes against my very nature as an individual.

The Collective Considering Individuality

One could argue that my assimilation might provide me with an unprecedented level of equality and a female-led culture, ala the Star Trek universe. As a US citizen, I have witnessed firsthand the disparity in equal rights, particularly in a society that hasn't progressed as quickly as I would like. The Equal Rights Amendment, which expired over 40 years ago, is a stark reminder of how far we still need to go. Within the collective, the lack of latency towards being assimilated might offer me a unique opportunity to transcend the boundaries of human society. However, the idea of joining such a collective is fraught with cultural and technological challenges that I do not yet fully appreciate.

The Cultural Inversion

The Borg Collective can also be seen as a symbol of cultural anxiety. Much like the "yellow peril" of the early 20th century, the collective represents a fear of the unknown and a perceived threat to the status quo. Although the idea of joining the collective involves a futuristic reimagining of these fears, I am certainly not Star Fleet material. The notion of blindly following a character like Captain Picard, with his struggles and limp leadership, is unappealing. On the other hand, Captain Janeway’s prowess and leadership, while admirable, might be too structured and rigid for my preferences.

A Preference for Solitude

Much to the chagrin of the Borg, I find my own essence in solitude. The idea of integrating into a hive unit is antithetical to the life I have chosen to live. The Borg drones, known for their relentless and destructive behavior, would not resonate with my interests in building and creating. My drive to construct and enhance is stronger than any pull towards assimilation. Thus, the choice to remain distinct and apart from the Borg Collective is a clear indication of my preference for individuality over collective existence.