Harbinger

Episode Summary & Review

Summary

Lt. Reed and MACO leader Maj. Hayes feud over training drills which disrupts Archer and Phlox’s investigation of a rescued alien near a spatial anomaly. The dying alien refuses to disclose his motives for exploring the anomaly. As Archer tries to unravel the mystery surrounding the alien, long simmering feelings explode between Reed and Hayes. Trip’s interest in a pretty MACO corporal sparks a heated exchange with T’Pol, who eventually confesses her feelings for Trip.

Our Take

A mixed bag that mostly works because the crew drama finally boils over. The Reed and Hayes fistfight feels earned after weeks of tension, and the Trip and T’Pol storyline pays off in a way fans have been waiting for. The dying alien mystery is thin filler by comparison. Worth watching for the character stuff, just don’t expect much from the B plot.