Travelers season 2 episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a race against time, the team confronts the Faction's flu pandemic, which has rapidly infected the population. Despite setbacks and ethical dilemmas, they persevere to find a solution. The Faction, justifying the pandemic as a necessary sacrifice, constantly outsmarts the team. Efforts to use uranium to power the Director fail, but the team misleads the Faction with a decoy warhead. Eventually, Traveler 4991 arrives, signifying the Director's return and the introduction of a cure. As the pandemic is contained, the team faces personal and moral reckonings, reassessing their actions and relationships in the wake of the crisis.
Full Episode S02E06 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for the flu pandemic?
The Faction is responsible for the flu pandemic.
What was the team's initial mission?
The team's initial mission was to save people from the flu pandemic.
Did the Director's antiviral work?
No, the Director's antiviral did not work as expected.
What is the Faction's justification for the pandemic?
The Faction justifies the pandemic as a necessary action to save the future.
What was the plan to extend the Director's operational life?
The plan involved refining uranium as fuel to extend the Director's operational life.
Who is Jenny?
Jenny is a member of the Faction involved in the pandemic plan.
What role does Traveler 4112 play?
Traveler 4112 arrives to provide backup, but the situation is unclear due to potential Faction infiltration.
How does the Faction outmaneuver the team?
The Faction anticipates and counters the team's moves, including their search for uranium.
What happens with the warhead plan?
The team's plan to use a warhead to power the Director is foiled by the Faction.
Is the warhead nuclear?
No, the warhead is revealed to be conventional, not nuclear.
How is the pandemic controlled?
The pandemic is controlled with the arrival of Traveler 4991, signaling the Director's return and the delivery of the cure.
Who receives the cure first?
Boyd, a very sick patient, receives the cure first.
What is the Faction's view on the Director?
The Faction believes the Director had its chance and failed to change the future.
What is the state of the world during the pandemic?
The pandemic leads to widespread infection, affecting vulnerable populations and causing social unrest.
How does the team distribute the cure?
The team, along with other Travelers, distributes the cure to health officials and affected individuals.