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The command staff are caught in a conundrum when Sheridan agrees to give sanctuary to a Narn warship fleeing the Centauri, at the same time that Earthgov attempts to placate the increasingly aggressive Centauri Republic. The Nightwatch begins to expand their influence on the station.
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The command staff are caught in a conundrum when Sheridan agrees to give sanctuary to a Narn warship fleeing the war zone, at the same time that Earthgov attempts to placate the increasingly aggressive Centauri Republic. The Nightwatch begins to expand their influence on the station.
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==Starring==
  
==Starring==
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==Summary==
  
==Summary==
 
===Introduction===
  
===Introduction===
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Captain [[John Sheridan|Sheridan]] oversees a Zeta Squadron [[Starfury]] training run. [[Warren Keffer]] made a mistake and Sheridan makes a point of it. He also notes that some non-humans can withstand g-forces better than humans and it is worth it to get out of the line of fire if alien craft get a better bead on them. The [[Sentri class fighter]] allows the pilot to temporarily black-out while the AI completes a combat manuever.
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Captain [[John Sheridan|Sheridan]] oversees a Zeta Squadron [[Starfury]] training run. [[Warren Keffer]] made a mistake and Sheridan makes a point of it. He also remarks that some non-humans can withstand G-forces better than humans and it is worth it to get out of the line of fire if alien craft get a better bead on them. The [[Sentri class fighter]] allows the pilot to temporarily black-out, while the AI completes a physically straining combat manuever.
   
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On [[Babylon 5]], [[Lennier]] has quick words with [[Vir Cotto]] at a bar, both commiserating at being left out of the momentous and worrying things their superiors are involved in. They agree to meet again, same time tomorrow.
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On [[Babylon 5]], [[Lennier]] has quick words with [[Vir Cotto]] at a bar, both commiserating at being left out of the loop as ambassadorial attachees, mentioning the worrysome nature of it. They agree to reconvene the same time tomorrow.
   
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After the training run, Captain Sheridan entertains a joint audience of [[Drazi]] and [[Pak'ma'ra]] representatives seeking help from [[Centauri]] aggression as they occupy planets at the fringes of [[Narn]] space. The Drazi states that [[Earth Alliance]] is at risk of border skirmishes.
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After the training run, Captain Sheridan entertains a joint session with the [[Drazi]] and [[Pak'ma'ra]] representatives seeking aid from [[Centauri]] aggression, as they occupy planets at the fringes of both [[Narn]] and their space. The Drazi states that [[Earth Alliance]] is also at risk of facing border skirmishes.
   
 
===Act I===
  
===Act I===
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Sheridan confronts Ambassador [[Londo Mollari]] over the aggressive actions of Centauri "presence" but Londo pushes back that his authority ends at Babylon 5. Sheridan seeks [[Michael Garibaldi|Garibaldi]]'s advice as he is his 'closest friend'. Garibaldi states that Londo views the situation as riding a wild horse, he is holding onto the horse to avoid the risk of being killed in a fall. As long as Londo is afraid of the political anarchy that is occuring, he will adhere to the [[Centauri Republic]]'s policy of invasion. They are interrupted by the arrival of [[Frederick Lantze]] from the [[Ministry of Peace]]. Sheridan and Ivanova greet Lantze who is here to investigate the Centauri. Lantze also introduces [[Welles]], his co-director in charge of the [[Nightwatch]].
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Sheridan confronts Ambassador [[Londo Mollari]] over the aggressive actions of Centauri "military presence" but Londo acts offended and pushes back stating that his authority ends at Babylon 5, and that he should beware of getting involved. Sheridan seeks [[Michael Garibaldi|Garibaldi]]'s advice as he is Mollari's 'closest friend'. Garibaldi states that Londo views the situation as ''riding a wild horse''; holding onto the horse to avoid the risk of being thrown off. As long as Londo is afraid of the political conflict that is occuring, he will adhere to the [[Centauri Republic]]'s policy of invasion. They are interrupted by the arrival of [[Frederick Lantze]] from the [[Ministry of Peace]]. Sheridan and Ivanova greet Lantze who is here to investigate the Centauri. Lantze also introduces [[Welles]], his co-director in charge of the [[Nightwatch]].
   
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Meanwhile, Starfury pilots suiting down from off-station activity discuss the occurrence of "the ghost", a spidery form in space. Lt. Keffer approaches a veteran pilot, [[Mitch Harvey]], to question him about the ghost – saying that he saw it too, and that it killed Commander [[Ray Galus|Galus]]. Harvey initially tries to leave thinking Keffer isn't serious, but it's soon apparent he is. He advises Keffer not to go trying to find it.
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Meanwhile, Starfury pilots suiting down from off-station duty discuss the appearance of "the ghost", a spidery form in space. Lt. Keffer approaches a veteran pilot, [[Mitch Harvey]], to inquire about the ghost – saying that he saw it too, and that it killed Commander [[Ray Galus|Galus]]. Harvey initially tries to leave, dismissing Keffer as serious, but it's soon apparent he is. He advises Keffer not to go out trying to find it.
   
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Ivanova comes to pick up Lantze at his quarters, who regales her of tales of [[Earth]] and family. In [[C&C]], a [[G'Quan class heavy cruiser|Narn Heavy Cruiser]] is detected to arrive. Sheridan hails them, and they reply, revealing that they had been in deep space patrol when the Centauri invasion of the Narn Homeworld begun, and had been on the run since. They request for sanctuary on Babylon 5.
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Ivanova comes to pick up Lantze at his quarters, who regales her of tales of [[Earth]] and family. In [[C&C]], a [[G'Quan class heavy cruiser|Narn Heavy Cruiser]] is detected by their sensors. Sheridan hails them, and receiving a reply, revealing that they had been on deep space patrol when the Centauri invasion of the Narn Homeworld begun, and have been on the run since. They ask for sanctuary on Babylon 5.
   
 
===Act II===
  
===Act II===
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Welles visits Ivanova in her quarters. He praises her record, and attempts to establish cooperation from her for the Nightwatch for her own command. She rejects him in the name of loyalty and the ideals of the [[Earth Alliance]]. He leaves, but the offer still stands. In the C&C, G'Kar is delighted to learn from Sheridan that assistance is being extended to the heavy cruiser and Sheridan is likely to extend sanctuary to them.
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Welles visits Ivanova in her quarters. He praises her record, and attempts to establish cooperation from her on behalf of the Nightwatch, in return for her own commanding an EA vessel. She rejects his proposal, in the name of loyalty and the ideals of the [[Earth Alliance]]. He leaves, but leave the offer open of consideration. In the C&C, G'Kar is delighted to learn from Sheridan that they will render assistance to the heavy cruiser and as well as likely to extend sanctuary to them.
   
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Welles meets members of the Nightwatch onboard "informally", but singles out [[Zack Allan]] for not sending in any reports. He hints that any thought could be seditious and it was up to the administration to decide what is seditious or not. Allan admits there was a complaint but not that it was serious. Welles presses him, noting the reports others have made about the inconsequential but, to Welles, significant, grievances of others. Allan is clearly uncomfortable reporting this, but Welles forgives it, saying he shows promise.
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Welles meets members of the Nightwatch onboard "informally", but singles out [[Zack Allan]] for not submitting any reports. He hints that even thoughts could be seditious and it was up to the administration to determine it. Allan admits there was a complaint but not that it was anything serious. Welles presses him, noting the reports others submitted may seem inconsequential but, to Welles, could be significant grievances of others. Allan is clearly uncomfortable acting like this, but Welles forgives it, saying he shows promise.
   
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Harvey later returns to Keffer with a [[data crystal]] of sensor recordings of the ghost, hinting that it gives away a neutrino emission signature, but refusing to get involved any further.
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Harvey later returns to Keffer with a [[data crystal]] of sensor recordings of the ghost, hinting that it gives away a neutrino emission signature, but refuses to get further involved.
   
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Ivanova and Lantze complete speaking to the representatives of the [[League of Non-Aligned Worlds]] when G'Kar finds them in the corridors. G'Kar seeks an audience, but Lantze shrugs him off.
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Ivanova and Lantze complete speaking to the representatives of the [[League of Non-Aligned Worlds]] when G'Kar finds them in the corridors. G'Kar seeks an audience, but Lantze shrugs off his request as trivial.
   
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In C&C, Sheridan assures the Narn cruiser that they will protect them when they take their engines off-line. Lantze enters C&C, asking Sheridan to stop conducting fighter exercises and drills against Centauri combat tactics. Ivanova is surprised at this line, and asks his real purpose. He reveals that he was investigating the situation in order to sign a [[Non-Aggression Treaty]] with the Centauri – and build a Human-Centauri alliance before he leaves.
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In C&C, Sheridan assures the captain of the Narn cruiser that they will be protected while at the station, prompting the captain to comply with turning of their engines for repairs. Lantze enters C&C, asking Sheridan to stop conducting fighter exercises and drills against Centauri combat tactics. Ivanova is surprised at this line, and asks about his real purpose. He reveals that his investigation of the situation in order to sign a [[Non-Aggression Treaty]] with the Centauri has proven satisfactory – and that a Human-Centauri alliance will be signed before he leaves.
   
 
===Act III===
  
===Act III===
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A younger officer catches Welles in the lift with some new information.
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A younger officer (Nightwatch member) catches Welles in the lift, revealing some new information.
   
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Meanwhile, Ivanova visits Sheridan in his quarters and presents him with a Christmas gift: a piece of shrapnel from the ''[[Black Star]]''. They are interrupted by a call from Ambassador Mollari, who has learned of the Narn heavy cruiser and demands its surrender to Centauri authority. Ivanova thinks that Welles might have something to do with it. They rush to C&C to inform the Narn cruiser that the Centauri are now aware of their presence. As Sheridan does so, a Centauri battle cruiser jumps in, and Sheridan orders Zeta squadron to surround the Narn Cruiser. Just then, Lantze barges in to berate the captain for jeopardising the incipient Human-Centauri non-aggression pact, but Sheridan notes it's not effective yet and asks him to be escorted out of C&C. Sheridan then warns Ambassador Mollari that he has extended shelter to the Narn cruiser and will be escorting it out of Babylon 5 space. A copy of his call with Mollari is sent to the Centauri cruiser and the station's defense grid is activated. After a tense moment, the Centauri open fire and a skirmish commences. Zeta Squadron and Babylon 5 return fire, giving time for the Narn ship to escape through the jumpgate. The Centauri cruiser overwhelms the station's interceptors and sheers off one of the cargo stabilizers forcing Sheridan to throw the entire arsenal of weapons on to the attacking cruiser.
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Meanwhile, Ivanova visits Sheridan in his quarters and presents him with a Christmas gift - a piece of shrapnel from the ''[[Black Star]]''. They are interrupted by a call from Ambassador Mollari, who has learned of the Narn heavy cruiser and demands its surrender into Centauri custody. Ivanova believes Welles might have something to do with it. They rush to C&C to inform the Narn cruiser that the Centauri are now aware of their presence. As Sheridan does so, a Centauri battle cruiser jumps in, and Sheridan orders Zeta squadron to protect the Narn Cruiser by surrounding it. Just then, Lantze barges in to berate the captain for jeopardising the incipient Human-Centauri non-aggression pact, but Sheridan notes it's not in effect yet and asks him to be escorted out of the C&C. Sheridan then warns Ambassador Mollari that he has extended sanctuary to the Narn cruiser and will be escorting it out of Babylon 5 space, also mentioning it to no longer be a business of Babylon 5 once they have jumped. A copy of his transmission with Mollari is sent to the Centauri cruiser and the station's defense grid is activated. After a tense intermission, the Centauri open fire and an intense, but brief, skirmish commences. Zeta Squadron and the guns of Babylon 5 return fire, giving time for the Narn ship to escape through the jumpgate. The Centauri cruiser overwhelms the station's interceptors and sheers off one of the cargo stabilizers, forcing Sheridan to order a full-out engagement against the attacking cruiser.
   
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The Centauri cruiser is critically damaged by the counter attack by Babylon 5 and Zeta Squadron as the Narn cruiser leaves the battle. Before they can scramble medical ships to the crippled cruiser, Sheridan watches in horror as the cruiser explodes from the damage they sustained in the fight.
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The Centauri cruiser is critically damaged by the defense grid attack of Babylon 5 and Zeta Squadron as the Narn cruiser leaves the battlefield. Before they can scramble medical ships to the crippled cruiser, Sheridan watches in horror as the cruiser explodes from the damage sustained in the fight.
   
 
===Act IV===
  
===Act IV===
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Lantze and Welles confront Sheridan for destroying a Centauri ship. Sheridan defends his actions as the Centauri fired first and states he has an obligation to protect the station, and give assistance to the Narn cruiser, citing [[General Order 47]] to assist any vessel not in direct conflict with [[Earthforce]]. Lantze counters that his actions provoked the Centauri to accuse Babylon 5 of moving to a pro-Narn position. Welles intervenes just then, saying that the Joint Chiefs support Sheridan's act, but also points out that they should have been informed of the sanctuary request immediately. Lantze says that the Centauri are willing to accept an apology in exchange for the loss of the [[Primus class battlecruiser]], but Sheridan opposes it. Then, Welles threatens to replace him if he doesn't do it in a meeting with various ambassadors due in an hour.
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Lantze and Welles confront Sheridan for destroying a Centauri ship, relaying the Centauri furious reaction to the cruiser's destruction. Sheridan defends his actions as the Centauri fired first and states he has an obligation to protect the station, and the causes for rendering assistance to the Narn cruiser, citing [[General Order 47]] to assist any vessel not in direct conflict with [[Earthforce]]. Lantze counters that his actions provoked the Centauri, accusing him and Babylon 5 of moving from neutrality to a pro-Narn position. Welles intervenes just then, saying that the Joint Chiefs support Sheridan's actions as proper, but also points out that they should have been informed of the sanctuary request immediately, which could have enabled them to avoid the escalation, leading up to the incident, but Sheridan rejects the idea of Centauri co-operation. Lantze says that the Centauri are willing to accept an apology in exchange for the loss of the [[Primus class battlecruiser]], but Sheridan initially opposes it. Then, Welles threatens to replace him if he doesn't do it in a meeting with various ambassadors due in an hour.
   
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Sheridan changes to his formal uniform and practices his apology speech but relishes the thought of admitting his pride in his actions. Meanwhile, at the Ambassadorial meeting in Hydroponics, Ivanova spots a hiding G'Kar who wishes to publicly express his support for Sheridan.
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Sheridan changes to his formal uniform and practices his apology speech but relishes the thought of admitting his pride in his actions, prompting him to accuse the Centauri of their own faults in the incident. Meanwhile, at the Ambassadorial meeting in Hydroponics, Ivanova spots a hiding G'Kar who wishes to publicly express his support for Sheridan.
   
 
Lt. Keffer, meanwhile, is in space looking for the ghost and its neutrino emissions. Finally, he sights the Shadow Vessel. He begins recording it. He attaches a homing beacon to the recording and ejects it before the Shadow ship fires on his Starfury, destroying it.
  
Lt. Keffer, meanwhile, is in space looking for the ghost and its neutrino emissions. Finally, he sights the Shadow Vessel. He begins recording it. He attaches a homing beacon to the recording and ejects it before the Shadow ship fires on his Starfury, destroying it.
   
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While on the public shuttle to the meeting, Sheridan spots a bomb on the train. He is quick enough to activate an emergency override on the doors to jump out over hydroponics. The ambassadors watch in horror overhead, and Delenn begs Kosh to act. Kosh exits from his encounter suit, emerges as a glowing angel, catches the falling Sheridan and safely returns him to ground.
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While on the public shuttle to the meeting, Sheridan spots a bomb on the train after a Centauri recently has gone off. He is quick enough to activate the emergency override on the doors to jump out over hydroponics. The ambassadors watch in horror overhead as he falls, and Delenn begs Kosh to act. Kosh exits from his encounter suit, emerging as a glowing angel (perceived accordingly to their mythos), catches the falling Sheridan and safely returns him to ground.
   
 
===Act V===
  
===Act V===
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Sheridan is recovering in his quarters when Delenn checks up on him. He expresses that everyone has been talking about the incident but saw Kosh as a different being of light. Delenn reveals that the Vorlons have been guiding the various younger races as angels but warns that Kosh's actions may have gained the attention of the Shadows.
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Sheridan is later recovering in his quarters, when Delenn enters to check up on him. He expresses that everyone has been talking about the incident perceiving Kosh as a being of light. Delenn reveals that the Vorlons have been guiding the various younger races as angels, but warns that Kosh's actions may have gained the unwanted attention of the Shadows.
   
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Elsewhere at the bar, a Drazi asks Ambassador Mollari what he saw, to which he replies nothing and walks away.
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Elsewhere at the bar, a Drazi asks Ambassador Mollari about what he saw, to which he replies nothing and walks away.
   
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A few days later, the Earth Alliance-Centauri [[Non-Aggression Treaty]] is announced, and the Centauri further expand their "presence" to more of the Non-Aligned Worlds. Allan witnesses the shopkeeper being arrested for sedition and their shopfront closed by decree of the Nightwatch. Finally, Keffer's homing beacon is found by ISN, publicly revealing the existence of the Shadows to the broader galaxy.
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A few days later, the signing of the Earth Alliance-Centauri [[Non-Aggression Treaty]] is announced, and leaving the Centauri to further expand their "presence" accross space. Allan witnesses the shopkeeper being arrested for allegations of sedition and the shopfront is closed by decree of the Nightwatch. Finally, Keffer's homing beacon is found by ISN, publicly revealing the existence of the Shadows to the broader galaxy.
   
 
==Memorable Quotes==
  
==Memorable Quotes==

Revision as of 11:43, 27 April 2021

The command staff are caught in a conundrum when Sheridan agrees to give sanctuary to a Narn warship fleeing the war zone, at the same time that Earthgov attempts to placate the increasingly aggressive Centauri Republic. The Nightwatch begins to expand their influence on the station.


Starring

Regular Cast

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Featuring

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Summary

Introduction

Captain Sheridan oversees a Zeta Squadron Starfury training run. Warren Keffer made a mistake and Sheridan makes a point of it. He also remarks that some non-humans can withstand G-forces better than humans and it is worth it to get out of the line of fire if alien craft get a better bead on them. The Sentri class fighter allows the pilot to temporarily black-out, while the AI completes a physically straining combat manuever.

On Babylon 5, Lennier has quick words with Vir Cotto at a bar, both commiserating at being left out of the loop as ambassadorial attachees, mentioning the worrysome nature of it. They agree to reconvene the same time tomorrow.

After the training run, Captain Sheridan entertains a joint session with the Drazi and Pak'ma'ra representatives seeking aid from Centauri aggression, as they occupy planets at the fringes of both Narn and their space. The Drazi states that Earth Alliance is also at risk of facing border skirmishes.

Act I

Sheridan confronts Ambassador Londo Mollari over the aggressive actions of Centauri "military presence" but Londo acts offended and pushes back stating that his authority ends at Babylon 5, and that he should beware of getting involved. Sheridan seeks Garibaldi's advice as he is Mollari's 'closest friend'. Garibaldi states that Londo views the situation as riding a wild horse; holding onto the horse to avoid the risk of being thrown off. As long as Londo is afraid of the political conflict that is occuring, he will adhere to the Centauri Republic's policy of invasion. They are interrupted by the arrival of Frederick Lantze from the Ministry of Peace. Sheridan and Ivanova greet Lantze who is here to investigate the Centauri. Lantze also introduces Welles, his co-director in charge of the Nightwatch.

Meanwhile, Starfury pilots suiting down from off-station duty discuss the appearance of "the ghost", a spidery form in space. Lt. Keffer approaches a veteran pilot, Mitch Harvey, to inquire about the ghost – saying that he saw it too, and that it killed Commander Galus. Harvey initially tries to leave, dismissing Keffer as serious, but it's soon apparent he is. He advises Keffer not to go out trying to find it.

Ivanova comes to pick up Lantze at his quarters, who regales her of tales of Earth and family. In C&C, a Narn Heavy Cruiser is detected by their sensors. Sheridan hails them, and receiving a reply, revealing that they had been on deep space patrol when the Centauri invasion of the Narn Homeworld begun, and have been on the run since. They ask for sanctuary on Babylon 5.

Act II

Welles visits Ivanova in her quarters. He praises her record, and attempts to establish cooperation from her on behalf of the Nightwatch, in return for her own commanding an EA vessel. She rejects his proposal, in the name of loyalty and the ideals of the Earth Alliance. He leaves, but leave the offer open of consideration. In the C&C, G'Kar is delighted to learn from Sheridan that they will render assistance to the heavy cruiser and as well as likely to extend sanctuary to them.

Welles meets members of the Nightwatch onboard "informally", but singles out Zack Allan for not submitting any reports. He hints that even thoughts could be seditious and it was up to the administration to determine it. Allan admits there was a complaint but not that it was anything serious. Welles presses him, noting the reports others submitted may seem inconsequential but, to Welles, could be significant grievances of others. Allan is clearly uncomfortable acting like this, but Welles forgives it, saying he shows promise.

Harvey later returns to Keffer with a data crystal of sensor recordings of the ghost, hinting that it gives away a neutrino emission signature, but refuses to get further involved.

Ivanova and Lantze complete speaking to the representatives of the League of Non-Aligned Worlds when G'Kar finds them in the corridors. G'Kar seeks an audience, but Lantze shrugs off his request as trivial.

In C&C, Sheridan assures the captain of the Narn cruiser that they will be protected while at the station, prompting the captain to comply with turning of their engines for repairs. Lantze enters C&C, asking Sheridan to stop conducting fighter exercises and drills against Centauri combat tactics. Ivanova is surprised at this line, and asks about his real purpose. He reveals that his investigation of the situation in order to sign a Non-Aggression Treaty with the Centauri has proven satisfactory – and that a Human-Centauri alliance will be signed before he leaves.

Act III

A younger officer (Nightwatch member) catches Welles in the lift, revealing some new information.

Meanwhile, Ivanova visits Sheridan in his quarters and presents him with a Christmas gift - a piece of shrapnel from the Black Star. They are interrupted by a call from Ambassador Mollari, who has learned of the Narn heavy cruiser and demands its surrender into Centauri custody. Ivanova believes Welles might have something to do with it. They rush to C&C to inform the Narn cruiser that the Centauri are now aware of their presence. As Sheridan does so, a Centauri battle cruiser jumps in, and Sheridan orders Zeta squadron to protect the Narn Cruiser by surrounding it. Just then, Lantze barges in to berate the captain for jeopardising the incipient Human-Centauri non-aggression pact, but Sheridan notes it's not in effect yet and asks him to be escorted out of the C&C. Sheridan then warns Ambassador Mollari that he has extended sanctuary to the Narn cruiser and will be escorting it out of Babylon 5 space, also mentioning it to no longer be a business of Babylon 5 once they have jumped. A copy of his transmission with Mollari is sent to the Centauri cruiser and the station's defense grid is activated. After a tense intermission, the Centauri open fire and an intense, but brief, skirmish commences. Zeta Squadron and the guns of Babylon 5 return fire, giving time for the Narn ship to escape through the jumpgate. The Centauri cruiser overwhelms the station's interceptors and sheers off one of the cargo stabilizers, forcing Sheridan to order a full-out engagement against the attacking cruiser.

The Centauri cruiser is critically damaged by the defense grid attack of Babylon 5 and Zeta Squadron as the Narn cruiser leaves the battlefield. Before they can scramble medical ships to the crippled cruiser, Sheridan watches in horror as the cruiser explodes from the damage sustained in the fight.

Act IV

Lantze and Welles confront Sheridan for destroying a Centauri ship, relaying the Centauri furious reaction to the cruiser's destruction. Sheridan defends his actions as the Centauri fired first and states he has an obligation to protect the station, and the causes for rendering assistance to the Narn cruiser, citing General Order 47 to assist any vessel not in direct conflict with Earthforce. Lantze counters that his actions provoked the Centauri, accusing him and Babylon 5 of moving from neutrality to a pro-Narn position. Welles intervenes just then, saying that the Joint Chiefs support Sheridan's actions as proper, but also points out that they should have been informed of the sanctuary request immediately, which could have enabled them to avoid the escalation, leading up to the incident, but Sheridan rejects the idea of Centauri co-operation. Lantze says that the Centauri are willing to accept an apology in exchange for the loss of the Primus class battlecruiser, but Sheridan initially opposes it. Then, Welles threatens to replace him if he doesn't do it in a meeting with various ambassadors due in an hour.

Sheridan changes to his formal uniform and practices his apology speech but relishes the thought of admitting his pride in his actions, prompting him to accuse the Centauri of their own faults in the incident. Meanwhile, at the Ambassadorial meeting in Hydroponics, Ivanova spots a hiding G'Kar who wishes to publicly express his support for Sheridan.

Lt. Keffer, meanwhile, is in space looking for the ghost and its neutrino emissions. Finally, he sights the Shadow Vessel. He begins recording it. He attaches a homing beacon to the recording and ejects it before the Shadow ship fires on his Starfury, destroying it.

While on the public shuttle to the meeting, Sheridan spots a bomb on the train after a Centauri recently has gone off. He is quick enough to activate the emergency override on the doors to jump out over hydroponics. The ambassadors watch in horror overhead as he falls, and Delenn begs Kosh to act. Kosh exits from his encounter suit, emerging as a glowing angel (perceived accordingly to their mythos), catches the falling Sheridan and safely returns him to ground.

Act V

Sheridan is later recovering in his quarters, when Delenn enters to check up on him. He expresses that everyone has been talking about the incident perceiving Kosh as a being of light. Delenn reveals that the Vorlons have been guiding the various younger races as angels, but warns that Kosh's actions may have gained the unwanted attention of the Shadows.

Elsewhere at the bar, a Drazi asks Ambassador Mollari about what he saw, to which he replies nothing and walks away.

A few days later, the signing of the Earth Alliance-Centauri Non-Aggression Treaty is announced, and leaving the Centauri to further expand their "presence" accross space. Allan witnesses the shopkeeper being arrested for allegations of sedition and the shopfront is closed by decree of the Nightwatch. Finally, Keffer's homing beacon is found by ISN, publicly revealing the existence of the Shadows to the broader galaxy.

Memorable Quotes

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"Before I leave here, there will be an Earth-Centauri alliance that will guarantee peace for Earth. We will, at last know peace in our time."

– Frederick Lantze


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"Apologize for doing my job, like hell"

– Captain Sheridan to Mr. Lantze


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"I apologize. I'm…sorry. I'm sorry we had to defend ourselves against an unwarranted attack. I'm sorry that your crew was stupid enough to fire on a station filled with a quarter million civilians, including your own people. And I'm sorry I waited as long as I did before I blew them all straight to hell! As with everything else, it's the thought that counts."

– Captain John Sheridan, practicing his "apology" in the mirror


References

DVD Release

This episode, along with the other 21 from Season 2 have been released on DVD with extensive Special features.

External Links

Episode guide page for The Fall of Night at the Lurker's Guide

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