Ep 3. Teliko
- TV14
- October 18, 1996
- 44 min
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6.6 (3,937)
The X-Files season 4 episode 3, titled "Teliko," takes Mulder and Scully on a journey to investigate a series of mysterious deaths in the African American community.
The episode begins with a man, seemingly healthy, dying suddenly onboard a plane. Mulder and Scully are called in to investigate the man's death and quickly discover that this is not an isolated incident. There have been several similar cases where healthy African American men have died suddenly, and the cause of death is unknown.
As they begin to investigate, they discover that the victims all had one thing in common – they had a strange growth on their bodies. This growth seems to drain the body of its melanin, leaving behind a pale white substance. Mulder and Scully discover that this substance is a defense mechanism used by a creature from Africa called a Teliko.
The Teliko is a creature that feeds on melanin and can take on the appearance of any person it chooses. It is able to move through air ducts and other small spaces, making it difficult to track. Mulder and Scully must work quickly to find the Teliko before it kills again.
Their investigation leads them to a small group of African immigrants who have brought the Teliko to the United States. These immigrants have a personal vendetta against African American men and are using the Teliko as a way to get revenge.
As Mulder and Scully close in on the Teliko and the group of immigrants, they must navigate through a web of lies and deceit to uncover the truth. The Teliko is a powerful creature and will stop at nothing to survive, putting Mulder and Scully's lives in danger.
Overall, "Teliko" is a thrilling and suspenseful episode that tackles serious issues such as discrimination and xenophobia. The acting is excellent, and the storyline is well-written, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats throughout. Fans of The X-Files will not be disappointed with this episode.