Having been given up for lost some 200 years earlier, a Bajoran space vessel suddenly emerges from the wormhole. Its sole passenger is Akorem Laan (
Richard Libertini), a legendary Bajoran poet and political activist. Making up for lost time, Akorem claims to be the Emissary of the Prophets, a position currently -- and very reluctantly -- held by Sisko. As Akorem lays the groundwork for a full-scale return to the "old ways," Keiko returns to DS9 with important news for O'Brien. Written by Jane Espenson, "Accession" was first telecast February 26, 1996. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide