In addition to quotations from producers Rick Berman and Brannon Braga (see story), the article quotes star Scott Bakula ('Jonathan Archer') as excited for the changes. "In a way, this feels like a second chance," Bakula told TVG, saying that while he doesn't think the first two seasons have shown a "bumbling" crew, the added urgency of the new Xindi alien threat will help encourage good storytelling.

Berman and Braga reveal that Bakula's Archer will become a more confident commander, shedding some of his tenderfoot qualities revealed in the first two seasons. Braga also says that the new Xindi--who want to destroy Earth before humans can destroy them in a 400-year distant future--will be unlike any alien foe seen in TREK before, and Berman says some components of the beings on screen will be created with computer imagery. Braga says we will see not only Xindi humanoids, but insectoids and other species, all with their own technology.

"It's as if the evolution of Earth had been different and dinosaurs and amphibians and insects had developed into sentient beings right along with humans," Braga says.

In addition to changes for T'Pol's cat suit and hairdo and Trip's loss of a relative in the first Xindi attack, Logan reveals that new, recurring, "commandos" will join the ship to add extra security. The magazine says the roles will be cast "with star quality in mind," though no further details on the number of characters is revealed.

For more quotes and info on the ENTERPRISE finale and changes for season three, check out the May 10th issue of TV Guide, now on stands.