Sheridan clashes with the various member worlds of the Alliance over the Declaration of Principles, and an isolated world asks for the Alliance's help in defending themselves against Raiders. Meanwhile, Garibaldi tries forming an intelligence unit of telepaths.

Two Anla'Shok elders arrive from Minbar with a status report for Delenn, bringing with them two new Ranger recruits. Meanwhile, a Downbelow racketeer makes plans to assassinate Zack, and Garibaldi investigates Lochley's background.