Ep 1. Whiskey Tango Foxtrot

In NCIS Season 11 Episode 1, titled "Whiskey Tango Foxtrot," the team is back and ready to investigate a deadly bombing at a Marine Corps charity race. The episode begins with Gibbs and his team enjoying themselves at the charity race, where there are active duty and retired Marines and families running. Everything is going well until a bomb goes off and the aftermath is terrible. Many people get hurt, and some die, including a member of the team.

The NCIS team is called to the scene to investigate the bombing. The team members, including Agent Gibbs (Mark Harmon), Tony DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly), and Ziva David (Cote de Pablo), work tirelessly to track down the person responsible for the bombing. They are joined by new member, NSA analyst Ellie Bishop (Emily Wickersham), who is there to assist them in this complex investigation.

As they begin their investigation, they discover a strange connection between the bombing and a group of Marines who were recently deployed to Afghanistan. This leads them to the discovery of a possible terrorist threat on US soil. As they race against time to prevent further attacks, they must also deal with the grief of losing one of their own and the emotional toll it takes on each of them.

Throughout the episode, we see the characters struggle with their emotions, especially Gibbs. He is visibly shaken by the death of his colleague and friend, and this affects the way he approaches the investigation. We also see how the team must pull together to support one another during this difficult time.

As the investigation progresses, it becomes clear that there are deeper and more sinister forces at play. The investigation takes the team all over the city as they follow leads and question suspects. They also work closely with other law enforcement agencies to piece together the puzzle. The tension builds as the clock ticks down, and through it all, the team's determination to bring those responsible to justice never wavers.

In the end, the team successfully tracks down the culprit and prevents any further attacks. Although the case is closed, the team members are forever changed by the experience. The episode ends with the team reflecting on what they have been through and how they will move forward.

Overall, "Whiskey Tango Foxtrot" is an intense and emotional episode that showcases the skill and teamwork of the NCIS team. It highlights the impact that terrorism and violence can have on individuals and communities, but also shows the resilience and determination of those who work to bring justice to those affected by such tragedies.