The Expanse season 2 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In the wake of Eros's impact, tension escalates among Earth, Mars, and the Belt. Earth controls 150 thermonuclear missiles, stirring debates over their use as deterrents or bargaining chips. On Ganymede station, a catastrophic attack leads to a humanitarian crisis. Earth and Mars teeter on the brink of war, prompting Earth to propose a peace summit. Belters, led by Anderson Dawes and Fred Johnson, grapple with their representation in this emerging political landscape. Meanwhile, Sergeant Draper from Mars struggles with her traumatic experiences on Ganymede and conflicting pressures regarding her testimony. In a significant turn, Dawes seizes an opportunity, taking Dr. Cortazar, an empathy-altered scientist, and escaping, leading to an intense but futile chase by the Rocinante crew.

Full Episode S02E07 Recap

### Opening Scene: The Power of Weapons - A discussion about the control of 150 live thermonuclear missiles, emphasizing their potential as deterrents, bargaining chips, and the change brought about by Eros. ### Temporal Lobe Alteration - A revelation that a character's empathy has been permanently erased due to part of his temporal lobe being effectively erased. ### Ganymede Station Crisis - The aftermath of an attack on Ganymede station is described, highlighting the catastrophic damage and the resulting humanitarian crisis. ### Earth-Mars Escalation - Tensions between Earth and Mars escalate, with discussions about potential retaliation and the proposal of a peace summit. ### Anderson Dawes on Ceres - Anderson Dawes, a prominent Belter figure, is shown distributing aid on Ceres, illustrating his influence among Belters. ### Sergeant Draper's Trauma - Sergeant Draper, a Martian marine, struggles with the loss of her team and recalls her encounter on Ganymede. ### Earth-Mars Peace Summit - Earth proposes a peace summit on their terms, hoping to de-escalate tensions with Mars. ### The Belt's Struggle for Representation - Belters debate their representation in the peace process, with Fred Johnson and Anderson Dawes as key figures. ### Dr. Cortazar's Modified Empathy - Dr. Cortazar, whose empathy has been altered, discusses his transformation and the concept of moving forward with a character. ### Belters' Distrust in Peace - Anderson Dawes expresses skepticism about the proposed Earth-Mars peace, fearing Belters will be marginalized once again. ### Sergeant Draper's Confusion and Testimony - Sergeant Draper is conflicted about her memories of the Ganymede incident and faces pressure to align her testimony with a certain narrative. ### Dawes' Plan with Cortazar - Anderson Dawes seizes an opportunity, taking Dr. Cortazar and escaping, prompting a chase sequence. ### Chase and Capture Attempt - A pursuit ensues to capture Dawes and Cortazar, involving the Rocinante crew, but ultimately Dawes and Cortazar escape.