In [[2285]], Khan seized control of the {{USS|Reliant}}, intending to use it to destroy Kirk in revenge for what had happened to him and his people. In the end, Khan died when ''Reliant'' was destroyed by the detonation of the [[Genesis Device]] after a [[Battle of the Mutara Nebula|heated battle]] in the [[Mutara Nebula]].
[[=== 24th Century Augmentation]]===
Earth's restrictions on genetic modification eventually spread to the Federation, however there were a few colonies that performed the necessary operations illegally. This included operations that did not bestow the full "gifts" of augmentation, but rather specific aspects such as increased intelligence or improved motor skills. Dr. Julian Bashir was one such augment.