The Expanse season 1 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The Rocinante crew, dealing with heightened Martian military presence, discovers a spy, Kenzo, onboard. Kenzo reveals he's been transmitting information to arrange a pick-up on Eros. Meanwhile, Chrisjen Avasarala visits Elise Holden to learn about James Holden's past. On the Rocinante, they narrowly avoid a Martian boarding by using special codes provided by Kenzo. Detective Miller, fired and determined, decides to go to Eros following a lead about the Anubis shuttle. The episode weaves personal quests with political intrigue, as characters grapple with their pasts and uncertain futures.

Full Episode S01E07 Recap

### Previously on The Expanse - **Fred Johnson and the Scopuli**: Fred discusses providing a ship for an OPA mission, the Scopuli, and his intent to retrieve Lionel Polanski, the sole survivor. - **Holden's Quest for Truth**: Holden seeks answers about the destruction of the Canterbury and his friends' deaths. - **Miller's Investigation into Julie Mao**: Miller's search for Julie Mao intensifies, but he faces resistance and is ultimately fired from his job. - **Political Maneuvering on Earth**: Chrisjen Avasarala and Sadavir Errinwright discuss Fred Johnson and the OPA, with personal stakes in the conflict. - **Discovery on Phoebe**: Miller learns about a scientific discovery on Phoebe that the OPA tried to steal. - **Miller's Downfall**: Detective Miller is dismissed from his job, with his clearances revoked. ### The Rocinante's Dilemma - **Martian Patrols and a Spy**: The Rocinante crew discuss the heightened Martian military presence. They discover a spy, Kenzo, transmitting from their ship. - **Kenzo's Backstory**: Kenzo, a corporate spy, reveals he's been transmitting to arrange a pick-up on Eros. - **Boarding Skiff Launched**: A Martian boarding skiff is launched, presumably in response to Kenzo's transmissions. ### Miller's Quest Continues - **Miller's Desperation**: Despite being fired, Miller continues his investigation into Julie Mao's disappearance. - **Encounter with Anderson Dawes**: Miller has a tense encounter with Dawes, who hints at deeper involvement in the larger plot. ### Holden's Family and Past - **Chrisjen's Visit to Holden's Mother**: Chrisjen Avasarala visits Elise Holden, James Holden's mother, to understand more about his background and motivations. ### The Rocinante's Strategy - **Disguising the Ship**: The crew attempts to disguise the Rocinante as a freighter to evade Martian scrutiny. - **Kenzo's Suggestion**: Kenzo suggests using specific codes to fool the Martian patrol. ### Miller's Departure to Eros - **Miller Heads to Eros**: Miller decides to go to Eros to follow up on a lead about the Anubis shuttle. - **Goodbyes and Determination**: Miller parts ways with his colleague, Octavia, determined to uncover the truth. ### Tensions on the Rocinante - **Preparing for Boarding**: The Rocinante crew prepares for potential conflict with the approaching Martian skiff. - **Kenzo's Role**: Kenzo provides crucial information to avoid boarding by using a special code: "Donkey balls." ### Chrisjen's Investigation - **Chrisjen's Motivation**: Chrisjen is determined to prevent a war and to understand Holden's actions. ### Heading to Eros - **The Rocinante's Course**: The Rocinante, with Kenzo and the original crew, sets a course for Eros, seeking answers.