Outlander season 2 episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Jamie reluctantly withdraws from a duel with Jack Randall after Claire's plea, aware that killing Randall could erase her first husband Frank's existence. Claire and Jamie devise a plot to fake a smallpox outbreak among Comte St. Germain's crew, aiming to thwart Prince Charles' wine venture and prevent the Jacobite uprising. Claire warns Master Raymond about the king's witch hunt, urging him to flee Paris. Meanwhile, Jamie is summoned by Prince Charles to salvage the wine venture disrupted by their scheme. Despite his promise to Claire, Jamie confronts Randall in a duel, leading to Claire's collapse at the scene, her pregnancy adding to the tension.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Jamie withdraw from the duel with Jack Randall?
Jamie withdraws from the duel after Claire pleads with him, as killing Randall would also endanger her first husband Frank's existence.
What scheme do Claire and Jamie plot against Comte St. Germain?
They plan to fake a smallpox outbreak in St. Germain's crew to ruin him financially and thwart Prince Charles' wine venture.
How does Claire warn Master Raymond?
Claire warns Master Raymond about the king's witch hunt, advising him to flee Paris for his safety.
What promise does Jamie ask Claire to make?
Jamie asks Claire to promise that she will return to her first husband Frank if anything happens to him.
What method do Jamie and Claire use to fake smallpox?
They use a combination of substances that mimic smallpox symptoms to sabotage St. Germain's crew and disrupt the wine venture.
What is the significance of the duel between Jamie and Randall?
The duel signifies Jamie's internal conflict and his struggle to balance his promise to Claire with his personal vendetta against Randall.
What happens to Claire during the duel?
Claire, who is pregnant, rushes to stop the duel and collapses at the site, overwhelmed by the situation.
What is the king's attitude towards mysticism and witchcraft?
The king is not enamored of mysticism and witchcraft, and he actively persecutes those accused of practicing it.
What is the purpose of Jamie and Claire's plot against Prince Charles?
Their plot aims to prevent Prince Charles from gaining financial support for the Jacobite uprising.
What happens to Master Raymond after Claire's warning?
Master Raymond decides to flee Paris to avoid being caught in the king's witch hunt.
Why is Jamie summoned by Prince Charles?
Jamie is summoned to discuss the catastrophe in Le Havre caused by their plot against the wine venture.
What is Claire's role in L'Hôpital?
Claire assists in medical duties, including preparing a body for burial.
How does Murtagh react to Jamie's decision to spare Randall?
Murtagh is frustrated and confused by Jamie's sudden change of mind about the duel with Randall.
What are the consequences of the fake smallpox outbreak?
The fake outbreak leads to the sabotage of St. Germain's crew and the wine venture, impacting Prince Charles' plans.
What is the state of Claire's pregnancy during these events?
Claire is visibly pregnant and experiences physical strain and emotional stress during these events.
