Star Wars: The Bad Batch

Howzer, I'm approaching with the Senator. What's your status?

All clear up top.

Greer, is the interior secure?

Affirmative. We're standing by.

Copy that. Stay alert.

I'm not certain it was wise to come out of hiding, Senator.

It is not safe for us here.

We're not safe anywhere, GS-8.

We must continue on.

I suppose so.

Don't worry. My team is in position.

Right this way.

Sorry we're late. I had to take a few extra precautions.

Of course.

Senator Singh, thank you for meeting with me.

Please, have a seat.

I'll leave you to it.

I must apologize for all the secrecy.

Unfortunately, it is a necessity.

I must say your request was unexpected.

Seeing as how our planets were on opposite sides during the Clone War.

I believe we are now united in wanting the same things.

The Separatist Senate may not exist any longer,

but our desire for true independence has not faded.

That is a growing sentiment among my people as well.

There are whispers.

The Emperor is concerned that planets and systems may unite and oppose him.

That will be difficult to do.

With no unifying leaders on our side, we're at a disadvantage.

Yes, but the Emperor needs to be cautious.

Public opinion could turn on him quickly.

He cannot just strike out at us openly.

Such limitations haven't stopped them from occupying planets, including my own.

But I would do anything for my people. For Raxus.

What are you suggesting?

Samson, report.

Cold. But quiet.

Greer.

Greer, come in.

Rex, Greer's not responding. Check the kitchen.

Intruder! Protect the Senators!

- - Everyone down!

The assailant's gone underground. We're in pursuit.

We've got eyes on him. He's heading for the southern maintenance tower.

On it.

I got him.

It's one of those shadows we keep running into.

We secured the assassin.

But I'd advise you and Singh to keep a lower profile until we know more.

If I get any intel out of him, I'll let you know.

Understood. Thank you, Rex.

You think he'll cooperate?

I wouldn't count on it, but we have to try.

We recovered this from his gear.

It's a data puck. Highly encrypted.

Have Fireball find out what's on it when we get back to base camp.

Did you extract the device?

The electro capsule was implanted in one of his teeth. Just like you said.

His identifying number's been wiped too.

What exactly did the Empire do to him?

What's your name, trooper?

Listen, no matter what they did to you,

no matter what you've done, you're still a clone.

Still one of us.

I can help you, but we need answers.

Why have I been activated?

One of the other operatives has gone dark.

His internal homing device remains intact. So, we know he's alive.

My orders?

He's been compromised. Track him down and neutralize him.

We know there are others like you.

Where are you based? Coruscant? Daro?

Tantiss?

Oh, yeah, we know about Tantiss. And the clones imprisoned there.

Were you one of them?

Tell us where it is.

You need to push him harder.

Rex.

His data puck was a target register.

Who was he after?

Senator Singh.

But that wasn't the only person on his list.

Contact Echo and Hunter. We need to let them know.

We should bring them here.

No. No. I-I don't want to involve them in this.

It's too late for that.

Crosshair is with them. This is our chance to question him.

Echo's already done that.

But we haven't.

He knows more than he's saying.

If you want to locate Tantiss, then we need him to talk.

So, where exactly are we headed?

It's a base of sorts.

I thought your rendezvous with Gregor was top priority.

Yeah, well, I'll pick him up after dropping you lot off.

Any idea why Rex wants us there so urgently?

He didn't say. But it must be important.

They don't look happy to see us.

Just like old times, huh?

Thanks for coming.

Good to see you, Rex.

Wish I felt the same.

I have unfinished business with this one.

Remember me?

Surprised I'm alive?

Most of my squad from Ryloth is dead because of you.

Easy, Howzer.

I know you two have history. But we're all on the same side now.

Why'd you call us here, Captain?

We have something to show you. Follow me.

Omega!

I was planning on giving you this after I made a few more modifications.

But, uh, now's as good a time as any.

An energy crossbow. Where did you get it?

Well, I've made a few interesting contacts across the galaxy.

It's perfect.

Thank you, Echo.

Well, I won't be gone long.

You better head inside and, uh, keep them in line.