Buck Rogers in the 25th Century season 2 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
The crew of the Asimov, responding to a distress signal, navigates the hazardous Alpha Centauri asteroid field and rescues Velis, a golden boy with the ability to alter the molecular structure of metals, from a life-pod. Their search for another survivor, Relcos, leads them to Iris 7, a penal colony. Velis and Relcos, revealed to be father and son with reversed life cycles, use their unique abilities to help the crew escape the colony and the asteroid field. The crew's journey highlights encounters with hostile colonists, the challenge of escaping a gravitational trap, and the power of unity and extraordinary abilities in overcoming adversity. Their adventure ends with gratitude and an open invitation to visit Velis and Relcos's home, Vela 5.
Full Episode S02E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Alpha Centauri asteroid field?
A dense asteroid field entered by the spaceship Asimov in response to a distress signal.
Who is Velis?
A golden boy found in a life-pod by the crew of the Asimov, capable of altering the molecular structure of metals.
What is the mission of the Asimov's crew in the asteroid field?
To investigate a distress signal and search for survivors, leading them to Velis and eventually to the planet Iris 7.
What is Iris 7?
A planet believed to be uninhabited but is actually a penal colony.
How do Velis and Relcos assist the crew?
By using their abilities to alter metal's molecular structure, aiding in the crew's escape from the penal colony and asteroid field.
Who is Relcos?
A golden person with greater powers than Velis, later revealed to be Velis's son, contrary to initial appearances.
What is the nature of the penal colony on Iris 7?
A lawless place where inhabitants seek to escape using a crashed emergency dispatch ship.
How do Buck and Hawk manage to escape the penal colony?
With the help of Hawk's disguise as an Inspector General and the powers of Velis and Relcos.
What unique aspect of Velis and Relcos's life cycles is revealed?
Their life cycles are reversed, with Relcos being Velis's son despite appearances suggesting otherwise.
Are Velis and Relcos from Earth?
No, they are from Vela 5, a place with inhabitants capable of psychokinetic chemistry.