Q's Best Quote Perfectly Sums Up The Dangers Of Star Trek's Universe In the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode Star Trek: The Next Generation has no shortage of quotable characters, but few have delivered as many unforgettable lines as Q (John de Lancie). Whether the omnipotent trickster is tormenting Picard (Patrick Stewart) or mocking humanity's shortcomings, Q has an incredible ability to make even the simplest observations, threats, and insults sound profound. A key reason Q has so many memorable lines is his versatility. He's capable of being witty, comedic, and philosophical, but can also be menacing and, at times, genuinely frightening. This variety is reflected in the best Q quotes from Star Trek, which range from hilarious insults to genuinely thought-provoking observations about humanity's place in the cosmos.However, one particular speech from Star Trek: The Next Generation season 2, episode 16,