In this video, we explore how Captain James T. Kirk embodies the King archetype, drawing from mythology, psychology, and the deeper symbolism woven into Star Trek: The Original Series. The King is the central Jungian archetype, and we find that Captain Kirk is adorned with symbols of the center. From his command of the Enterprise to his trials of leadership and self-discovery, Kirk represents the fully realized King—calm, centered, and just—while also facing his own tyrannical shadow. Through episodes like "The Enemy Within" and "Mirror, Mirror," we see how the archetypal struggle for balance plays out on screen, offering timeless insights into leadership, responsibility, and personal transformation.