With the Star Runner on a collision course with an uncharted planet, it is Zandie who has the answer that saves the ship. The planet appears to be habitable and so the crew launch probes which are mysteriously lost. Annoyed that Cyriax appears to have not listened to the crews wishes, Zandie and Degenhardt decide to fight for what they believe in.

Tensions build as Tane and Leonella try to hide their relationship. Zandie, Degenhardt and Leonella lock themselves in the dorm, demanding to be allowed more of an equal say in how things are run on Star Runner. When Tane fails a flight test, Cyriax gives him an ultimatum; shape up or stand down.