Andromeda season 2 episode 20 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Harper and the crew, operating without Dylan, Rommie, and Tyr, celebrate their imminent signing of the 50th world to restore the Commonwealth. They embark on a mission to rescue Ryan, an AI from the converted High Guard ship Clarion's Call, now a casino. Ryan, initially reluctant, reveals the location of captured High Guard ships in Tartarus. The crew faces distrust from these ships' AIs and a Nietzschean attack. Ryan, overcoming his past, sacrifices himself by taking over the Achilles to save the fleet. The episode concludes with the successful formation of the new Commonwealth and Ryan appointed as captain of the newly named Clarion's Call.

Full Episode S02E20 Recap

### Opening Scene: The Crew Discusses Signing the 50th World - Harper talks about the difficulty of signing worlds and keeping track of their locations, mentioning they are in the Triangulum galaxy. - Beka expresses her excitement about signing their 50th world, completing the first stage of restoring the Commonwealth. - Dylan, Rommie, and Tyr are mentioned as absent, with the old Maru crew in charge. ### Onboard the Clarion's Call - The crew arrives at the Clarion's Call, a converted High Guard ship now a casino. - They reminisce about the ship's past and its AI, Ryan. - Harper and Beka plan to rescue Ryan, who is being used as a tourist attraction. ### Encounter with Ryan - Dylan Hunt, disguised as a gambler, tries to recruit Ryan, but Ryan initially refuses, denying his identity. - A fight ensues, leading to Ryan's capture and the escape of the crew. ### Discussion with Ryan and Plan to Rescue High Guard Ships - Ryan reveals the location of captured High Guard ships at Tartarus. - The crew plans to rescue these ships to prevent them from being used by the Nietzscheans. ### On the Wrath of Achilles - The crew lands on the Wrath of Achilles, where they meet its AI, who is initially hostile. - The AI, upon verifying their identities, discusses the situation of the captured ships. - Ryan confronts his past decisions and is accused of being a traitor for abandoning his mission. ### Negotiations and Preparations - Dylan negotiates with the ships' AIs, facing resistance and distrust. - The crew prepares for a Nietzschean attack and plans to use the Maru to lead the fleet to safety. ### Battle at Tartarus and Ryan's Sacrifice - A battle ensues as Nietzschean forces attack. - Ryan decides to take over the Achilles to protect the fleet, despite risks. - The crew successfully leads the fleet out of Tartarus, but not without losses. ### Closing Scene: A New Beginning - The crew celebrates signing the 50th world and the formation of the new Commonwealth. - Dylan appoints Ryan as the captain of the newly named Clarion's Call, acknowledging his growth and capability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What galaxy are Harper and the crew in during their discussion?

Triangulum galaxy.

What is the Clarion's Call?

A converted High Guard ship now functioning as a down-market casino.

Who is Ryan in the context of the episode?

The AI of the High Guard ship, now being used as a tourist attraction on the Clarion's Call.

What is the significance of signing the 50th world?

It completes the first stage of restoring the Commonwealth.

Why does Ryan initially refuse to help Dylan Hunt?

Ryan denies his identity and seems reluctant to revisit his past as a High Guard AI.

Where are the captured High Guard ships located?

Tartarus.

What is the Wrath of Achilles?

A powerful High Guard ship, part of the fleet trapped in Tartarus.

How does the crew plan to lead the fleet to safety?

By linking the ships' control systems to the Maru and leading them into slipstream.

What is Ryan's role in the battle at Tartarus?

He takes over the Wrath of Achilles to protect the fleet.

What happens to Ryan at the end of the episode?

Dylan appoints him as the captain of the newly named Clarion's Call.

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