Star Trek: The Original Series, Vian Energy Transfer/Empathic Link Device

replica movie prop

The energy transfer device, or empathic link device, was used by a race know as the Vians. The Vians had a technological capability greater that the Federation when they made first contact in the 23rd century. Without too many external signs of such advancement, the Vians could transport the entire inhabitation of one planet across interstellar distances. They also could manipulate the minds of humanoids, creating illusions based on an individuals memories or expectations.

The energy transfer devices responded only to the thoughts of one owner, and could only be adjusted to another thought pattern with some degree of difficulty. The device could facilitate instantaneous matter transportation, create environmental alterations, warp the fabric of time, perform medical procedures, and generate an emotion-sensitive force field.

This scratch built replica is made from sheet plastic, painted with acrylic and sealed with Future Floor Wax. It is approximately 3 1/2” wide x 4 5/8” long x 3 1/2” thick.

By petseal.