Ep 11. Phoenix Rising

Taking place on the space station Babylon 5, the science-fiction television series Babylon 5 follows the stories of the humans and aliens who call the station home and their interactions with each other and the galactic community at large.

In the season 5 episode 11 named Phoenix Rising, tensions are high on Babylon 5 as a mysterious alien race known only as the Hand return to the station. The Hand were last seen in season 3 and have not been heard from since. Their arrival is met with suspicion and fear and Captain John Sheridan, leader of the station, is tasked with negotiating with them.

Meanwhile, Michael Garibaldi, the station's chief of security, is visited by his old friend Wade, who has a shocking proposition for him. Wade presents Garibaldi with a new job opportunity, but the catch is that it goes against everything Garibaldi believes in. Garibaldi must decide whether to remain loyal to his values or to take the job and potentially benefit financially.

As negotiations with the Hand continue, it becomes clear that they are interested in one thing: the telepath Lyta Alexander. Lyta has a complicated history with the station and the government of Earth, and she is understandably reluctant to trust their motives. However, as tensions escalate and secrets are revealed, Lyta begins to see that the Hand may have a greater purpose for her than she ever could have imagined.

Phoenix Rising is an intense episode filled with action, suspense, and political intrigue. As with many episodes of Babylon 5, it raises questions about trust, loyalty, and the fine line between personal values and the greater good. Fans of the series will not want to miss this thrilling addition to season 5.