Ep 1. Impact

As John Nolan (played by Nathan Fillion) returns for a second season as The Rookie, the show picks up after the events of season one finale, where Nolan found himself in a dangerous situation with criminals who wanted to take revenge on him. In the season two premiere episode, titled "Impact," Nolan is still dealing with the aftermath of the incident, both physically and mentally.

At the beginning of the episode, Nolan has returned to work but is struggling to regain the confidence and respect of his fellow officers. He feels like an outsider because he is older than his peers and because of the events of the previous season. However, Nolan is determined to prove himself and show that he belongs in the LAPD.

As Nolan tries to get back to his routine, a major earthquake strikes Los Angeles, causing chaos and destruction throughout the city. This disaster pushes Nolan and his colleagues to their limits as they try to help citizens in need while dealing with their own personal struggles.

Despite the chaos caused by the earthquake, Nolan and his team still have to perform their duties as police officers. Their first task is to rescue people who are trapped in rubble and ensure that the public is safe. However, as they carry out these tasks, they soon discover that looters are taking advantage of the chaos to commit crimes. Nolan and his team have to act fast to stop the looters and prevent further damage to the city.

As the episode progresses, Nolan and his colleagues also deal with their own personal issues. Angela (played by Alyssa Diaz), one of Nolan's fellow officers and close friends, is struggling to cope with the aftermath of the earthquake. Meanwhile, Tim (played by Eric Winter), another officer, is dealing with a personal crisis that could jeopardize his career.

The episode also introduces new characters who will play important roles in the upcoming season. Detective Nyla Harper (played by Mekia Cox) is introduced as a no-nonsense officer who will stop at nothing to get the job done. Meanwhile, Eric Ryan (played by Shawn Ashmore) is a seasoned officer who gets paired up with Nolan and quickly becomes his mentor.

Overall, the premiere episode of The Rookie season two, titled "Impact," sets the stage for what promises to be a high-stakes, action-packed season. The earthquake serves as a catalyst for the characters' personal journeys, driving them to confront their fears and insecurities. As they work together to navigate the aftermath of the disaster, Nolan and his colleagues are forced to step up and prove that they have what it takes to be heroes in a time of crisis.