Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 1 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The team grapples with hyperspace delay due to hyperdrive issues and deals with a distressed creature named Ruby. After a brief confrontation over unequal payment for their job, Captain Rex arrives, sharing his covert life post-war and expressing concerns over the team's inhibitor chips. On Bracca, they face the Scrapper Guild and a transformed Wrecker, whose activated chip turns him against his allies. After a tense battle, they successfully remove Wrecker's chip. Rex offers them a new path, but they prioritize their own journey, ending with an alert to the Empire

Full Episode S01E07 Recap

### Arrival in Space and the Hyperdrive Issue - The team discusses the time needed to enter hyperspace, dependent on Echo fixing the hyperdrive. - Ruby, a creature they've acquired, is distressed by the situation. Wrecker and Tech engage in banter about naming it. ### The Rhokai and the Lizard - They acknowledge stealing from the Rhokai, though they justify it as intercepting the lizard first stolen by the Rhokai. - Chaos ensues when Ruby gets loose, causing panic until the hyperdrive comes online. ### Payment and Debts - Discussion about payment for the job, revealing disparities in the agreed amounts. - They are reminded of a debt they owe, including various expenses like docking fees and rations. - A humorous moment arises over Mantell Mix, a favored snack, and its cost. ### Arrival of Captain Rex - Captain Rex, a familiar face, arrives, surprising the group. - Rex shares his low-profile life post-war, benefiting from being presumed dead. - He found the team through Trace and Rafa Martez and is introduced to Omega, a unique clone. ### Concerns Over Inhibitor Chips - Rex expresses concern about the team's inhibitor chips, calling them ticking time bombs. - A plan to remove the chips is discussed, leading to a decision to meet Rex on Bracca. ### Journey to Bracca and Inhibitor Chip Removal - On Bracca, a junk planet, they aim to use a Jedi cruiser for the chip removal. - Tension arises from the presence of the Scrapper Guild and the dangerous journey to the medical bay. - Wrecker experiences headaches, hinting at chip-related issues. ### Wrecker's Transformation and Chip Removal - Wrecker's chip activates, causing him to turn against the team. - A tense and emotional confrontation follows, with Omega trying to reach out to Wrecker. - Successfully removing Wrecker's chip, they face the reality of their situation and the need to remove all chips. ### Farewell to Rex and Future Uncertainties - Rex offers the team a chance to join him, but Hunter prioritizes Omega and the squad's needs. - There's an acknowledgment of the changed world and the need to find their place in it. - The episode ends with a looming threat as intruders are reported on the Jedi Cruiser, alerting the Empire.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was the team discussing hyperspace?

They were waiting for Echo to fix the hyperdrive.

What is Ruby?

Ruby is a creature the team has with them, causing distress in the situation.

What did the team steal?

They stole a lizard, which was initially stolen by the Rhokai.

Who arrived unexpectedly in this episode?

Captain Rex, a familiar clone, arrived unexpectedly.

How did Rex find the team?

Rex found them through Trace and Rafa Martez.

Who is Omega?

Omega is a unique clone who is part of the team.

What is Rex's concern for the team?

Rex is concerned about the team's inhibitor chips, considering them dangerous.

Where do they go to remove the inhibitor chips?

They go to Bracca, a junk planet, to use a Jedi cruiser for chip removal.

What happens to Wrecker?

Wrecker's inhibitor chip activates, turning him against his team.

How is Wrecker's situation resolved?

His inhibitor chip is successfully removed after a confrontation.

What does Rex propose to the team?

Rex offers the team a chance to join him in his endeavors.

What is Hunter's priority?

Hunter prioritizes Omega and the squad's needs over joining Rex.

How does the episode end?

The episode ends with the Scrapper Guild reporting intruders on the Jedi Cruiser to the Empire.

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