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This, of course, is just one story thread floating through the multilayered world of The Expanse, which began life on the Syfy Network in 2015. It’s based on the series of novellas by authors Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck, who write under the pen name James S.A. Corey. It’s been hailed by critics for its scientific accuracy, character development, resonating politics and complex history for its tale about the Cold War-esque conflicts that arise hundreds of years into the future after mankind colonizes the solar system.

In short, it’s the sort of sci-fi extravaganza that attracts legions of devotees, making it perfect for fan conventions. Kim admits the idea of joining a beloved series four seasons into its life as a cult phenomenon was a bit daunting, especially nowadays when social-media fan feedback is immediate and often critical. But she says fans have been overwhelmingly supportive of her take on Chiwewe, a character who also appears in the books.

“When I started auditioning for it, I started doing the research and learning about the show and the fan base and that was exciting,” she says. “Then when I was cast, I really started following Facebook and Twitter and Reddit and just observing from the background. The interactions with the fans have been so fun and so exciting, I’ve really been enjoying that. People who have been tweeting me have been so generous and gracious and kind with their compliments and the things they have shared and their ideas and impressions of my character. I’m getting a little emotional thinking about it. One guy on Twitter complimented my Carol over the book Carol. Another fan is sending me little ‘belter’ pendants that she made with my name on it.”