The Expanse season 2 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Roberta Draper, a Martian marine, seeks political asylum on Earth, revealing Mars' interest in the protomolecule as a weapon. Meanwhile, a mission unfolds to destroy the protomolecule on Ganymede. Errinwright faces political repercussions, urging trust in mercy for his actions out of love for Earth. The Rocinante crew embarks on a dangerous hunt for a protomolecule hybrid. Tensions rise on the Somnambulist with refugees and limited air. Jules-Pierre Mao and Chrisjen Avasarala discuss Earth-Mars power dynamics, while Errinwright exerts threatening control. Naomi Nagata makes a sacrificial offer to help evacuate the station, and the Rocinante crew boldly defends the Somnambulist and its refugees against Martian forces.
Full Episode S02E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who requested political asylum on Earth?
Roberta Draper, a Martian marine.
What did Roberta Draper reveal about Mars?
Mars is interested in the protomolecule as a weapon.
What is the goal on Ganymede regarding the protomolecule?
To destroy the protomolecule.
What did Errinwright admit to doing?
Acting out of love for Earth and facing political consequences.
What advice does a father give his daughter?
To always listen to her heart.
What mission does the crew undertake on Ganymede?
Hunting the protomolecule hybrid.
What challenges does the Somnambulist face?
A shortage of air and tensions among refugees.
What do Jules-Pierre Mao and Chrisjen Avasarala discuss?
The balance of power between Earth and Mars with the protomolecule.
What threat does Errinwright send in his message?
Asserting his control and threatening consequences.
What sacrifice does Naomi Nagata make?
Offering to trade places with a Belter to help evacuate people.
How does the Rocinante crew protect the Somnambulist?
By threatening Martian forces with their arsenal.
Who is in a precarious position due to knowing the truth about Errinwright?
A character who is the only person believed to know the truth about Errinwright.
What is Errinwright's suggestion for facing the hearings?
To trust in mercy and atone for sins.
What is the protomolecule's role in the episode?
It is the subject of a hunt and a weapons test.
What is the result of the Rocinante's stand?
They successfully protect the Somnambulist and its refugees.
