Farscape season 4 episode 14 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Twice Shy," the crew of Moya negotiates with traders for vital star charts, and rescues Talikaa, a mistreated girl. Talikaa, a Wolaxian Arachnid, influences the crew's behaviors, amplifying their dominant traits. The crew struggles with altered personalities: Crichton is overconfident, Aeryn becomes detached, Rygel turns excessively greedy, and Chiana exhibits heightened sexuality. They discover Talikaa is harvesting their neural energy and must find her energy orbs to restore themselves. After confronting Talikaa and recovering the orbs, tensions remain, especially between Crichton and Aeryn, with the looming threat of Scorpius ever-present.
Full Episode S04E14 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Distilate of Laka that Crichton uses?
The Distilate of Laka is a substance used by Crichton to forget his feelings for Aeryn.
Why did the crew rescue Talikaa?
The crew rescued Talikaa from traders who were mistreating her, paying 800 crindars for her release.
How does Talikaa affect the crew aboard Moya?
Talikaa, being a Wolaxian Arachnid, influences the crew's behaviors, exaggerating their dominant traits.
What is the crew's main challenge in the episode "Twice Shy"?
The main challenge is dealing with their altered behaviors caused by Talikaa and finding her energy orbs to restore themselves.
Why is Scorpius immune to Talikaa's influence?
Scorpius is immune to Talikaa's influence due to his unique Scarran-Sebacean hybrid physiology.
What species is Talikaa revealed to be?
Talikaa is revealed to be a Wolaxian Arachnid.
What does Talikaa do to the crew of Moya?
Talikaa harvests neural energy from the crew, storing it in orbs for later consumption.
How is normalcy restored aboard Moya?
Normalcy is restored by recovering the energy orbs that Talikaa used to store the crew's harvested energy.
What unresolved issues remain at the end of the episode?
Unresolved issues include tensions between Crichton and Aeryn and the ongoing threat posed by Scorpius.
What is the significance of the traders in the episode?
The traders are significant for providing necessary star charts and being involved in the conflict over Rygel's deceit.
How does Crichton plan to confront Talikaa?
Crichton plans to let Talikaa harvest his energy as a bait to lead them to her nest of orbs.
What is the status of Crichton and Aeryn's relationship in the episode?
Their relationship is strained due to misunderstandings and Crichton's use of Distilate of Laka.
Why does Rygel alter the currency paid to the traders?
Rygel alters the currency to cheat the traders, paying less than the agreed amount.
How does the crew find Talikaa's energy orbs?
The crew finds the orbs by following Talikaa after she harvests Scorpius's energy.
What are the lasting effects of the episode on the crew?
The lasting effects include heightened awareness of their vulnerabilities and ongoing interpersonal conflicts, particularly between Crichton and Aeryn.
