Anyone who thinks Kirk isn't a madcap genius hasn't watched TOS.
He has his moments of greatness but he's an idiot 75% of the time. Which is why he fits me perfectly!
Picard is like that too. It's how the show has a plot.
"Captain's Log. Despite Guinan's warning to turn back, and the discomfort of the crew, I feel it is our obligation to explore this new area of space."
"Despite Mr. Warf's protests, I have decided......"
"Despite Riker's cautions, I have decided to beam down the surface myself."
ect.
Call it adventurous, call it stupid, but at least it makes a plot!
I'd be Riker's beard.
STAR WARS > STAR TREK!
WELL, YOU WERE ALWAY trout TO BEGIN WITH.
Jumping in here to say RIP Nichelle Nichols. I'm sorry you had to kiss Shatner.