Ep 5. Squad Goals

All Hail King Julien is an animated television series that tells the story of King Julien, the ring-tailed lemur and self-proclaimed king of the lemurs of Madagascar. In season 5 episode 5, titled "Squad Goals," the focus is on Julien and his team of advisors as they attempt to build a new army in order to protect Madagascar from an impending threat.

The episode begins with Julien and his advisors, including Maurice the aye-aye and Clover the crowned lemur, discussing the need for a new army to defend Madagascar from the dangers that lurk beyond its borders. Julien is determined to build the ultimate squad of warriors, but he quickly discovers that assembling the right team is not as easy as he thought it would be.

First, Julien approaches the Jungle Squad, a group of animals led by a tough-talking chameleon named Tammy who are known for their fierceness in battle. However, when Julien and his advisors meet with the Jungle Squad, they quickly realize that Tammy's squad is not interested in helping the lemurs.

Undaunted, Julien turns his attention to another group of animals, the Falcons, a squad of birds led by a fearless falcon named Fearsome. However, when Julien and his advisors approach the Falcons, they discover that Fearsome's team is more interested in preening their feathers than fighting.

Discouraged, but not defeated, Julien decides to hold auditions for new members of his army and announces his plan to the animals of Madagascar. Dozens of animals show up to audition, including a clumsy rhinoceros named Hector, a hyperactive lemur named Timo, and a timid but eager mouse lemur named Clover.

After a series of silly and unsuccessful auditions, Julien's team discovers a group of animals who have been quietly honing their skills in secret - the Shadow Squad. Led by a mysterious red panda named Sage, the Shadow Squad is made up of a group of animals who are experts in stealth and deception.

Julien and his advisors are impressed with the Shadow Squad's skills and invite them to join their army. At first, it seems like the Shadow Squad is a perfect fit for Julien's team, but when Clover discovers that the group is plotting to overthrow Julien, the lemur king must quickly decide whether to trust his new allies or risk losing everything.

As the episode concludes, Julien's newly formed squad must band together to defend Madagascar from a dangerous foe. With the help of the Shadow Squad and the rest of his team, Julien leads an epic battle that will determine the future of the island.

Overall, "Squad Goals" is an episode of All Hail King Julien that is full of humor, action, and heart. As always, Julien's enthusiasm and determination are infectious, and the show's colorful cast of characters are a joy to watch as they work together to protect their home.