I agree. I'm not really much of a Trekkie myself. I have enjoyed their involvement so far, but I think that they've had their day (voyage?). And if Macaw says "Blast it Dim ..." one more time ...
I vote we lose them.
If you want to leave them at the foot of the Stairway to Heaven, I will make sure that Mogul has neatly disposed of them by your return. [Insert evil smilie here]