Warehouse 13 season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In Washington D.C., Agent Bering from the Secret Service coordinates security for a museum event. When an ancient Aztec blood stone causes chaos, Bering and Agent Lattimer are drawn into the mysterious world of Warehouse 13, a storage facility for supernatural artifacts. Their first mission involves investigating a student, Cody Thomas, whose violent behavior is linked to an artifact. The investigation leads them to a confrontation at a party, where Cody's godmother, Lorna Soliday, is under the artifact's influence. Successfully neutralizing the threat, Bering decides to stay with Warehouse 13, accepting her new role alongside Lattimer.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Scene 1: Introduction at the Nation's Capital - The scene opens in Washington, D.C., where a group is being shown around the city's attractions, with a special emphasis on the dinosaur exhibits. - Agent Bering meets with Chet Greenfield, who apologizes for being late. ### Scene 2: Secret Service and Museum Preparations - Bering and Greenfield discuss security details for an upcoming event at the museum. - They agree to start in the main hall and Greenfield insists on Bering's presence to avoid chain-of-command confusion. ### Scene 3: Museum Arrangements and Encounter with Gordon Letanik - Bering instructs the rearrangement of artifacts in the museum, emphasizing safety and proper display. - She meets Gordon Letanik, who is cleaning an Aztec blood stone, a central artifact in the museum. ### Scene 4: Secret Service Briefing and Tension - Bering and other agents discuss security protocols for the President's visit, with disagreements over the procedure. - Agent Lattimer expresses concern about something being off at the event. ### Scene 5: Presidential Arrival and Chaos Unfolds - The President's arrival is imminent, but Lattimer senses danger and delays the entrance. - A heated situation unfolds with Gordon Letanik holding a knife and a mysterious artifact involved. ### Scene 6: Aftermath and Suspension - In the aftermath, Bering is commended, while Lattimer faces suspension over the incident involving the blood stone. - Lattimer is approached by Mrs. Frederic, offering him a new assignment related to Warehouse 13. ### Scene 7: Arrival at Warehouse 13 - Lattimer and Bering, both reassigned, arrive at Warehouse 13, greeted by Dr. Artie Nielson. - They are introduced to the concept of Warehouse 13, a storage facility for mysterious and supernatural artifacts. ### Scene 8: Adjusting to Warehouse 13 - Lattimer and Bering struggle to adjust to the bizarre nature of Warehouse 13 and its mission. - Artie explains the importance of their new roles in protecting dangerous artifacts from causing harm. ### Scene 9: First Assignment and Exploration - Lattimer and Bering receive their first assignment involving a student, Cody Thomas, who exhibited violent behavior linked to an artifact. - They investigate Cody's background, including his relationship with his girlfriend Emily and his godmother Lorna Soliday. ### Scene 10: Confrontation and Resolution - The investigation leads to a confrontation at a party, where Soliday is revealed to be influenced by an artifact, causing her to act violently. - Lattimer and Bering manage to neutralize the situation and secure the artifact, demonstrating their effectiveness as a team. ### Scene 11: Decision and Commitment - In the final scene, Bering is given the choice to return to D.C. or stay with Warehouse 13. - She chooses to stay, solidifying her commitment to the Warehouse and her partnership with Lattimer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Agent Bering?

Agent Bering is a member of the Secret Service.

What is the significance of the Aztec blood stone?

The Aztec blood stone is a central artifact in the museum, associated with virgin sacrifices.

Why does Agent Bering want to rearrange artifacts in the museum?

Agent Bering wants to rearrange artifacts for safety and proper display.

What is the disagreement among the Secret Service agents about?

The disagreement is over the security protocols for the President's visit.

Who is Gordon Letanik?

Gordon Letanik is a character involved in the museum event, seen cleaning the Aztec blood stone.

What role does Agent Lattimer play?

Agent Lattimer is concerned about the safety of the event and senses something off.

What happens during the President's arrival at the museum?

The President's arrival is delayed due to a sensed danger, leading to a tense situation with a knife and an artifact.

What is the aftermath of the museum incident?

Agent Bering is commended, while Lattimer faces suspension over the incident.

What is Warehouse 13?

Warehouse 13 is a storage facility for mysterious and supernatural artifacts.

Who is Dr. Artie Nielson?

Dr. Artie Nielson is a character who greets Lattimer and Bering at Warehouse 13 and explains its purpose.

What is the first assignment for Lattimer and Bering at Warehouse 13?

Their first assignment involves investigating a student named Cody Thomas, who exhibited violent behavior linked to an artifact.

Who is Lorna Soliday?

Lorna Soliday is Cody Thomas' godmother, involved in the final confrontation where she is influenced by an artifact.

How is the situation at the party resolved?

Lattimer and Bering neutralize the situation by securing the artifact influencing Lorna Soliday.

What choice does Agent Bering face at the end?

Agent Bering must choose between returning to D.C. or staying with Warehouse 13.

What does Agent Bering decide?

Agent Bering decides to stay with Warehouse 13.

Warehouse 13 season 1 episode 1

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