Captain Jean-Luc Picard is the main character of the popular science fiction television series Star Trek: The Next Generation. He is the captain of the USS Enterprise-D and is accompanied by his first officer, Commander William Riker, and Counselor Deanna Troi. Picard is a highly respected leader and is known for his diplomatic skills and his ability to make difficult decisions. Troi is a half-Betazoid, half-human counselor who serves as an advisor to Picard and the crew of the Enterprise. Riker is a human first officer who is loyal to Picard and is often seen as his right-hand man. Together, these three characters form the core of the crew of the Enterprise and are integral to the success of the mission.