SNW S2E1 Perpetuates The Myth That Vulcans Can’t Lie

Fans in the subreddit r/DaystromInstitute have pointed out that Vulcans use logic in order to justify lying, with one Redditor writing, “They can lie if there is a compelling reason (ordered to in some dire situation). But they prefer not to. No different from any other generally honest person.” Additionally, Redditor u/mermanmurdoch noted, “It’s up to their own interpretation as to what actually constitutes a lie.” For instance, Sarek says he was meditating instead of revealing his medical condition in order to avoid causing worry, and Spock covers up rebellious plans when he feels that it is the only way to help his friends.

While Vulcans are known for character traits that are in stark contrast to those of humans, Ethan Peck told E! News that he enjoys playing Spock because of his humanity and how he works to help others. It’s a big theme in Season 2, which explores Spock’s struggles in his romantic life while also figuring out what needs to be done in order to keep the U.S.S. Enterprise safe. “He’s so noble, and he’s such a humanist. And those are things that I really love about him and have done my best to internalize, myself, or to seek those qualities out in myself,” he said.