1 00:00:05,727 --> 00:00:07,683 McKAY: She used to leave the lights on. 2 00:00:07,847 --> 00:00:10,839 All over the house. Every room. 3 00:00:11,007 --> 00:00:12,281 It drove my father nuts. 4 00:00:13,607 --> 00:00:16,724 For me, it was my brother, only we had no lights. 5 00:00:16,887 --> 00:00:18,878 He used to leave candles burning everywhere. 6 00:00:19,047 --> 00:00:20,082 Well, you know what? 7 00:00:20,247 --> 00:00:23,239 No one wants to hear stories about how poor you were as a child. 8 00:00:23,407 --> 00:00:25,796 We feel as sorry for you as is humanly possible. 9 00:00:25,967 --> 00:00:27,798 Yeah. He burned the house down, you know. 10 00:00:27,967 --> 00:00:29,844 McKAY: My sister was afraid of the dark... 11 00:00:30,007 --> 00:00:32,077 ...used to blame me for leaving the lights on. 12 00:00:32,247 --> 00:00:35,364 Of course, my father believed her. He never sided with me. 13 00:00:35,527 --> 00:00:38,439 We had to live in a tent in the dead of winter for three months. 14 00:00:38,607 --> 00:00:40,757 At least my stories relate to what we’re doing. 15 00:00:40,927 --> 00:00:41,996 Well, so do mine. 16 00:00:42,167 --> 00:00:43,759 We’re trekking all over the city... 17 00:00:43,927 --> 00:00:47,363 ...shutting everything the Ancients activated while they were in control... 18 00:00:47,527 --> 00:00:50,997 ...so that we can stop the power from draining from our one precious ZPM. 19 00:00:51,167 --> 00:00:54,000 - How does that relate to your brother? - If we don’t succeed- 20 00:00:54,167 --> 00:00:56,965 We’re not gonna have to live in a tent in the dead of winter. 21 00:00:57,127 --> 00:00:58,879 It’s a metaphor. 22 00:00:59,047 --> 00:01:01,800 - Dr. McKay. - Mmm. Thank God. 23 00:01:01,967 --> 00:01:05,926 - The control panel. It’s completely shot. - Really? You think so? 24 00:01:06,087 --> 00:01:08,681 I don’t get these Ancients. They’re supposed to be smart. 25 00:01:08,847 --> 00:01:12,078 But why activate something that you don’t need and you’re not using? 26 00:01:12,247 --> 00:01:13,965 Maybe they didn’t have time before... 27 00:01:14,127 --> 00:01:16,561 ...the Replicators that you reprogrammed attacked. 28 00:01:16,727 --> 00:01:19,241 Yes, yes, we all know what happened. 29 00:01:21,127 --> 00:01:23,277 Ah. Voilà. 30 00:01:23,447 --> 00:01:26,837 You’re angry you couldn’t figure out how to override the protocols... 31 00:01:27,007 --> 00:01:29,521 ...that kept us from shutting this place down remotely. 32 00:01:29,687 --> 00:01:30,836 McKAY: Neither could you. - Yes. 33 00:01:31,007 --> 00:01:33,282 But I didn’t bet a month’s pay that I could do it. 34 00:01:33,447 --> 00:01:35,085 Okay, you know what? Look around... 35 00:01:35,247 --> 00:01:38,205 ...see if you could figure out how to turn this place off. 36 00:01:38,367 --> 00:01:40,642 Hey, are you sure you should be going up there? 37 00:01:40,807 --> 00:01:43,275 How else am I gonna find out what this room does, huh? 38 00:01:43,447 --> 00:01:44,926 God forbid there should be anything... 39 00:01:45,087 --> 00:01:47,840 - ... in the Ancient database. - There probably is, we just don’t have- 40 00:01:48,007 --> 00:01:48,996 Oh, here we go. 41 00:01:50,847 --> 00:01:53,680 - Okay, there should be a switch. - What do you think I’m doing? 42 00:01:53,847 --> 00:01:55,200 All right. 43 00:01:56,007 --> 00:01:57,884 All right, double or nothing. 44 00:01:58,047 --> 00:01:59,241 - Oh, you’re on. - All right. 45 00:01:59,407 --> 00:02:01,398 All right, it’s gotta be around here somewhere. 46 00:02:03,000 --> 00:02:09,074 Watch Movies, TV Series and Live Sports Signup Here -> WWW.ADMITME.APP 47 00:02:16,127 --> 00:02:17,845 Rodney, what happened? 48 00:02:20,687 --> 00:02:22,200 I’m not sure. 49 00:02:22,887 --> 00:02:25,162 I think I just lost. 50 00:02:25,447 --> 00:02:27,085 Big time. 51 00:03:28,887 --> 00:03:30,240 As far as I can tell, he’s fine. 52 00:03:30,407 --> 00:03:33,683 I was hit by a mysterious energy pulse. How can that possibly be fine? 53 00:03:33,847 --> 00:03:37,078 I’ve run every test I can. Blood work, MRIs, x-rays... 54 00:03:37,247 --> 00:03:39,556 ...the lot. I’ve found no anomalies in the results. 55 00:03:39,727 --> 00:03:43,322 Once more, mysterious energy pulse. From a device created by the Ancients? 56 00:03:43,487 --> 00:03:45,443 Who knows what I could be in for. 57 00:03:45,647 --> 00:03:48,366 I mean, there’s gross mutation, giantism, invisibility? 58 00:03:48,527 --> 00:03:50,643 That would be cool. I turned into a bug. 59 00:03:51,087 --> 00:03:53,920 Like I said, as far as I can tell, he’s as healthy as a horse. 60 00:03:54,087 --> 00:03:56,396 - I’m clearing you for active duty. - Are you insane? 61 00:03:56,567 --> 00:03:59,127 I need to be under guard. Who knows what I could become. 62 00:03:59,287 --> 00:04:01,005 Could it make him more pleasant? 63 00:04:01,207 --> 00:04:03,004 - Thank you. I’Il keep an eye on him. 64 00:04:03,207 --> 00:04:04,959 Thank you. 65 00:04:06,047 --> 00:04:07,560 Can you still see me? 66 00:04:09,047 --> 00:04:11,845 - What are you saying? - Well, that you were showing off. 67 00:04:13,167 --> 00:04:15,840 Normally, if Dr. Esposito weren’t around... 68 00:04:16,007 --> 00:04:17,963 ...I doubt you would have been reckless. 69 00:04:18,127 --> 00:04:19,196 McKAY: Are you insane? 70 00:04:19,367 --> 00:04:22,564 - Which one’s Esposito? - Oh, the long, dark hair. 71 00:04:22,727 --> 00:04:26,117 - Right, the one with the perfect little- - We’re trying to work here. 72 00:04:26,527 --> 00:04:30,042 - For the record, I was gonna say » smile. » - Sure you were. What have you got? 73 00:04:30,247 --> 00:04:31,316 Nothing. 74 00:04:31,487 --> 00:04:34,206 What you did fried the power conduits leading into the room. 75 00:04:34,367 --> 00:04:35,561 Whatever I did? 76 00:04:35,767 --> 00:04:38,998 Look, up until very recently, this lab was entirely underwater... 77 00:04:39,207 --> 00:04:41,641 ...possibly for 10,000 years. How is that my fault? 78 00:04:41,847 --> 00:04:45,840 - Well, that part of it isn’t. - Okay, that’s it. I’m going for lunch. 79 00:04:46,607 --> 00:04:49,280 How’s he doing? Same old Rodney. 80 00:04:49,447 --> 00:04:52,678 You’re sure? He looks a couple pounds heavier to me. 81 00:04:52,847 --> 00:04:53,836 Ronon. 82 00:04:54,007 --> 00:04:56,043 What? He eats all the time. 83 00:04:56,207 --> 00:04:57,959 It’s not like he exercises. 84 00:04:58,127 --> 00:05:00,004 He’s feeding his unhappiness. 85 00:05:00,167 --> 00:05:03,045 Hello. I’m right here. I can- 86 00:05:07,007 --> 00:05:08,725 I can hear you. 87 00:05:09,007 --> 00:05:10,326 Huh. 88 00:05:13,847 --> 00:05:17,396 For your information, I’m exactly the same weight I’ve been since I got here. 89 00:05:17,567 --> 00:05:20,206 I need to eat regularly, otherwise I become hypoglycemic. 90 00:05:20,367 --> 00:05:22,164 And I am generally a very happy person. 91 00:05:22,327 --> 00:05:24,557 Colonel Sheppard, have your team report... 92 00:05:24,727 --> 00:05:27,764 ...to the control room immediately. Colonel Sheppard. 93 00:05:32,807 --> 00:05:36,766 We received this transmission six minutes ago from Major Lorne’s team. 94 00:05:36,927 --> 00:05:39,361 Atlantis base, repeat, we are under attack... 95 00:05:39,527 --> 00:05:40,676 ...and cut off from the gate. 96 00:05:40,847 --> 00:05:45,204 I counted at least 20, maybe more. Request backup immediately. 97 00:05:45,367 --> 00:05:48,279 - Where are they? - M72-656. 98 00:05:48,447 --> 00:05:51,245 Have a team of marines meet us in the Jumper Bay. 99 00:06:07,287 --> 00:06:08,766 Dr. Weir. 100 00:06:08,967 --> 00:06:12,562 - Any word? - Not yet. It has only been an hour. 101 00:06:12,727 --> 00:06:15,195 - You wanted to see me? - Yes. I could use your help. 102 00:06:15,367 --> 00:06:18,677 I managed to get power to the console to access the lab’s research logs. 103 00:06:18,887 --> 00:06:19,922 Well, that’s good news. 104 00:06:20,087 --> 00:06:22,521 Well, I’m not so sure. I could use a second opinion. 105 00:06:28,407 --> 00:06:33,322 It seems much of this refers to different elements of human physiology. 106 00:06:36,727 --> 00:06:39,639 It mentions the mutation of base genetic coding? 107 00:06:40,087 --> 00:06:41,406 I realize Dr. Beckett said... 108 00:06:41,567 --> 00:06:45,765 ...that there were no evident effects from Rodney’s exposure to the device. 109 00:06:45,927 --> 00:06:49,363 - It seems- - It’s meant to manipulate human DNA. 110 00:06:50,407 --> 00:06:52,125 Dr. Weir to the Jumper Bay. 111 00:06:52,287 --> 00:06:54,198 The rescue team has returned. 112 00:06:54,447 --> 00:06:55,960 Let’s go. 113 00:06:57,847 --> 00:07:00,361 McKAY: What else could it be? - You’re losing your mind. 114 00:07:00,527 --> 00:07:02,722 I’m telling you, it’s a bit of a coincidence. 115 00:07:02,887 --> 00:07:03,922 Well, then prove it. 116 00:07:04,207 --> 00:07:05,196 Colonel? 117 00:07:05,607 --> 00:07:08,963 - Everyone’s present and accounted for. - How bad is it and who’s been hit? 118 00:07:09,127 --> 00:07:12,039 No one, doc. We’re all fine. Thanks to McKay. 119 00:07:12,207 --> 00:07:14,846 - So he says. - Rodney? 120 00:07:16,487 --> 00:07:19,524 To be honest, I’m not sure. I wasn’t even sure it was me at first. 121 00:07:19,687 --> 00:07:21,598 But the correlation’s impossible to ignore. 122 00:07:21,767 --> 00:07:25,237 I saw Lorne’s team pinned down, the bad guys closing in. I just thought... 123 00:07:25,407 --> 00:07:29,320 ...you know, wouldn’t it be great if all of their weapons jammed at the same time? 124 00:07:32,607 --> 00:07:34,996 The next thing I know, they’re all running away, so- 125 00:07:35,167 --> 00:07:38,125 So you think because you wanted it to happen, it just did? 126 00:07:38,487 --> 00:07:40,239 It was a little more than that. 127 00:07:41,887 --> 00:07:45,402 Okay, you know what? Watch this. I’Il... 128 00:07:45,767 --> 00:07:47,359 Ah! Rodney. 129 00:07:50,487 --> 00:07:52,557 - Rodney. - I find this as disturbing as you do. 130 00:07:52,727 --> 00:07:55,036 Like bloody hell you do. 131 00:07:56,247 --> 00:07:57,919 Put him down. 132 00:08:00,727 --> 00:08:01,762 Oh, God. 133 00:08:03,807 --> 00:08:07,038 Have there been any other instances of this power manifesting itself? 134 00:08:07,207 --> 00:08:08,879 Powers. Plural. 135 00:08:09,047 --> 00:08:12,278 - What can you do besides telekinesis? - Well, super-hearing for one. 136 00:08:12,447 --> 00:08:14,836 I’m not sure, but I may actually be getting smarter. 137 00:08:15,047 --> 00:08:17,436 It’s hard to say because I was smart to start with. 138 00:08:17,607 --> 00:08:20,519 I’ve been having ideas that I don’t think I would’ve thought of. 139 00:08:20,727 --> 00:08:22,843 Does super-ego count as a power? 140 00:08:23,047 --> 00:08:25,277 Oh, finally. Look, keep it coming. 141 00:08:25,447 --> 00:08:27,677 We could also be dealing with a super-appetite. 142 00:08:27,847 --> 00:08:29,678 It’s hard to tell because he ate so much. 143 00:08:29,847 --> 00:08:32,202 - That’s very funny. - My God, he’s eating again? 144 00:08:32,367 --> 00:08:33,641 I have a very active metabolism. 145 00:08:33,807 --> 00:08:35,081 Aye, among other things. 146 00:08:35,247 --> 00:08:37,636 The scans show an increase in synaptic interaction... 147 00:08:37,807 --> 00:08:39,684 ...throughout the sections of his brain. 148 00:08:40,127 --> 00:08:42,766 Much higher than normal human levels. 149 00:08:42,927 --> 00:08:45,919 There was an incident at SGC just over a year ago. 150 00:08:46,087 --> 00:08:49,875 I recall that file. I studied the data. Fascinating. 151 00:08:50,087 --> 00:08:52,043 SG-1 discovered an evolved human in stasis. 152 00:08:52,247 --> 00:08:56,206 He was the result of experimentation by a Goa’uld named Anubis. 153 00:08:56,367 --> 00:09:00,076 He was trying to create a means of artificially accelerating... 154 00:09:00,247 --> 00:09:02,841 ...the human physiology to the point of Ascension. 155 00:09:03,047 --> 00:09:05,436 That device I found must have been an accelerator. 156 00:09:05,607 --> 00:09:07,962 The Ancients developed powers as they evolved. 157 00:09:08,167 --> 00:09:10,761 McKAY: It’s just bad luck we didn’t run into that lab earlier. 158 00:09:11,087 --> 00:09:14,557 Seriously. Me, a superhero. Who would have thought it? 159 00:09:22,367 --> 00:09:24,927 Look, we all agree the Ancients were pretty screwed up. 160 00:09:25,087 --> 00:09:26,361 We do? 161 00:09:26,527 --> 00:09:30,042 Well, the ones I met were arrogant and condescending and not for good reason. 162 00:09:30,207 --> 00:09:32,721 They made giant mistakes and never fixed them. 163 00:09:32,887 --> 00:09:35,845 - They were still human. - Then there were all those crazy rules. 164 00:09:36,007 --> 00:09:39,522 - Those only came after they Ascended. - Whatever. 165 00:09:39,687 --> 00:09:42,440 Maybe this thing doesn’t work on everyone. Who knows? 166 00:09:42,607 --> 00:09:46,316 - But we do know it works on McKay. - It has only been a day. 167 00:09:46,527 --> 00:09:48,961 Assuming it’s safe. To be honest, even if it’s not. 168 00:09:49,127 --> 00:09:51,595 If we get an advantage over Wraiths and Replicators- 169 00:09:51,767 --> 00:09:54,156 John, I agree, this device may have great potential. 170 00:09:54,327 --> 00:09:56,557 With great potential comes great responsibility. 171 00:09:56,767 --> 00:09:58,883 Like other things we have found in this city... 172 00:09:59,047 --> 00:10:01,117 ...it is a very advanced piece of technology. 173 00:10:01,287 --> 00:10:03,278 For all we know, it could be very dangerous. 174 00:10:03,447 --> 00:10:05,881 - I’m just saying- - Yes, you can be next. 175 00:10:06,047 --> 00:10:07,480 - Thank you. - Hmm. 176 00:10:10,047 --> 00:10:12,436 If you’re compiling a list, I’d- 177 00:10:12,607 --> 00:10:15,963 - Could we stay focused, please? - Aye. 178 00:10:19,207 --> 00:10:21,596 Come on, you can’t keep me cooped up in here forever. 179 00:10:21,767 --> 00:10:24,998 You might not be sick but what’s happening here is far from normal. 180 00:10:25,167 --> 00:10:28,364 Exactly. So let me go out and start using my powers to do some good. 181 00:10:28,527 --> 00:10:30,279 Ooh. Are you going to finish that? 182 00:10:31,887 --> 00:10:33,036 I’m serious. 183 00:10:33,647 --> 00:10:36,161 We have no idea of the extent of your genetic mutation. 184 00:10:36,327 --> 00:10:39,763 Mutation has negative connotations. Advancement is more like it. 185 00:10:39,927 --> 00:10:43,283 - Until we know what’s going on here- - Carson, I’m still me. 186 00:10:43,447 --> 00:10:46,883 Anyway, it’s not like you or these guys could stop me from leaving anyways. 187 00:10:47,047 --> 00:10:48,878 No, but I could. 188 00:10:49,727 --> 00:10:51,558 Oh, you care to put that to a test? 189 00:10:52,927 --> 00:10:56,237 - Do you? - Well, no, not really. 190 00:10:56,407 --> 00:10:59,365 Anyways, as I said, you’re fine to go about your daily duties... 191 00:10:59,527 --> 00:11:01,404 ...as long as you have someone with you. 192 00:11:01,567 --> 00:11:05,401 Check in every couple of hours. Yes, yes. Bye-bye. 193 00:11:06,927 --> 00:11:09,122 - Uh- - You know, we could be a team. 194 00:11:09,287 --> 00:11:10,925 - You could be my sidekick. - Sidekick? 195 00:11:11,087 --> 00:11:13,396 It’d be Batman and Ronon. Has a nice ring to it. 196 00:11:13,567 --> 00:11:15,797 Keep eating and it’s gonna be more like Fatman. 197 00:11:16,007 --> 00:11:17,156 McKAY: I’m warning you. 198 00:11:17,327 --> 00:11:21,161 You’Il be bored out of your mind, unless you find advanced physics to be- 199 00:11:21,327 --> 00:11:23,204 - Really? - What? 200 00:11:23,407 --> 00:11:25,238 What, you think so? Heh. 201 00:11:25,407 --> 00:11:26,635 Hey, she thinks I’m hot. 202 00:11:27,967 --> 00:11:28,956 I didn’t say anything. 203 00:11:29,127 --> 00:11:30,480 McKAY: No, no, I was sure that you- 204 00:11:30,687 --> 00:11:32,405 Of course. No, I should have known. 205 00:11:32,567 --> 00:11:33,966 She meant you. 206 00:11:34,127 --> 00:11:36,402 I don’t know what you’re talking about. 207 00:11:38,287 --> 00:11:40,005 McKay, she didn’t say a word. 208 00:11:41,407 --> 00:11:43,841 Oh, my God, I can read minds. 209 00:11:44,487 --> 00:11:47,524 Oh. This is cool. 210 00:11:48,127 --> 00:11:49,196 No, it isn’t. 211 00:11:53,847 --> 00:11:55,997 Oh, I’m fine. No, yes, and it doesn’t. 212 00:11:56,207 --> 00:11:58,084 - What? - I can read your mind. Everyone’s. 213 00:11:58,247 --> 00:12:00,238 It was cool for the first 10 seconds there. 214 00:12:00,407 --> 00:12:03,763 I’m finding it disturbing, so I’m trying to tune it out as much as I can. 215 00:12:03,927 --> 00:12:07,636 Well, sort of. I wanted to get your permission to access the control chair. 216 00:12:07,847 --> 00:12:12,284 I’ve got ideas for maximizing ZPM by reconfiguring the city’s power systems. 217 00:12:12,487 --> 00:12:14,557 It’s complicated to explain, but trust me... 218 00:12:14,727 --> 00:12:16,763 ...you are gonna be happy with the results. 219 00:12:17,047 --> 00:12:19,766 Élizabeth, I know. You have every right not to trust me... 220 00:12:19,927 --> 00:12:22,760 ...but I promise you. I’m gonna make things much better. Okay? 221 00:12:22,927 --> 00:12:25,043 Good. She wants you to shoot me if you think... 222 00:12:25,207 --> 00:12:28,244 ...that I might be trying to take over the city for evil purposes. 223 00:12:28,447 --> 00:12:32,440 I’m kidding. That was a joke. That’s- Is your weapon set to stun? 224 00:12:32,647 --> 00:12:33,636 Wait, never mind. 225 00:12:34,967 --> 00:12:37,117 There. Did it myself. To the chair room. Ronon. 226 00:12:38,607 --> 00:12:41,167 - Can I shoot him now? - I can hear you. 227 00:12:41,327 --> 00:12:43,158 She wants you to keep a close eye on me. 228 00:12:43,327 --> 00:12:45,682 Come on, let’s go. Chop, chop. Much to do. 229 00:12:45,847 --> 00:12:49,396 I will send a science team down to supervise. 230 00:13:06,887 --> 00:13:09,401 - What the hell is he doing? - Don’t ask me. 231 00:13:10,287 --> 00:13:11,481 Actually, I wasn’t. 232 00:13:12,487 --> 00:13:13,602 I have no idea. 233 00:13:14,847 --> 00:13:17,122 Rodney, you are affecting power all over the city. 234 00:13:17,287 --> 00:13:19,847 I know. Awesome, isn’t it? 235 00:13:20,007 --> 00:13:23,363 - No. I can’t work. - It’s just temporary. 236 00:13:23,527 --> 00:13:27,156 I’m trying to determine if that device did any permanent damage to you. 237 00:13:27,327 --> 00:13:30,000 Quite frankly, given your usually rampant hypochondria... 238 00:13:30,167 --> 00:13:32,806 - ... I’m surprised you don’t seem to care. - You’re jealous. 239 00:13:33,007 --> 00:13:34,326 That is ridiculous. 240 00:13:34,487 --> 00:13:37,604 You should be working with me trying to figure out what’s happening. 241 00:13:37,767 --> 00:13:39,837 Instead, you’re burying your head in the sand. 242 00:13:40,007 --> 00:13:41,042 That is not true. 243 00:13:41,207 --> 00:13:44,119 My head, which happens to be housing my ever evolving brain... 244 00:13:44,287 --> 00:13:46,926 ...is being better utilized here doing important things... 245 00:13:47,087 --> 00:13:49,237 ...that will affect everybody. 246 00:13:55,087 --> 00:13:59,603 He tries to hide it, but deep down, I’m the wind beneath his wings. 247 00:14:02,007 --> 00:14:03,759 Well, how’s it coming? 248 00:14:03,927 --> 00:14:06,282 Actually, I think I’m just getting to the good bit. 249 00:14:06,447 --> 00:14:10,122 Don’t you hate it when people interrupt right when things are getting good? 250 00:14:13,567 --> 00:14:17,003 I know McKay is some super-genius now... 251 00:14:17,167 --> 00:14:20,284 ...but I find the flickering lights incredibly unnerving. 252 00:14:20,447 --> 00:14:23,996 Dr. Coleman has, however reluctantly, admitted... 253 00:14:24,167 --> 00:14:27,443 ...it does seem as if Rodney’s improving the city’s power system. 254 00:14:27,607 --> 00:14:29,006 Whatever. 255 00:14:29,167 --> 00:14:31,044 Anyway, you were saying? 256 00:14:32,407 --> 00:14:36,320 Well, we know the Ancients evolved physiologically to a certain point... 257 00:14:36,487 --> 00:14:39,445 ...where they could transform into a state of pure energy. 258 00:14:39,647 --> 00:14:41,205 Ancient History 101. 259 00:14:41,367 --> 00:14:44,439 Yes, we also know that not all of them managed to get there. 260 00:14:45,287 --> 00:14:47,482 Are you saying some needed a kick in the pants? 261 00:14:47,687 --> 00:14:49,405 So to speak. 262 00:14:49,967 --> 00:14:53,403 This machine was not meant to help them fight the war against the Wraith... 263 00:14:53,567 --> 00:14:55,523 ...but rather to help them escape it. 264 00:14:57,407 --> 00:14:58,556 An Ascension machine? 265 00:14:58,727 --> 00:15:01,400 Like the one the Goa’uld tried to create in the Milky Way. 266 00:15:03,367 --> 00:15:05,676 Are you saying McKay’s going to Ascend? 267 00:15:06,887 --> 00:15:10,402 Well, there’s a whole lot more to Ascension than being physically evolved. 268 00:15:10,607 --> 00:15:14,646 Believe me, after spending six months with a bunch of pansy wannabes, I know. 269 00:15:14,807 --> 00:15:19,358 - What does this mean for McKay? - Like I said, just getting to the good bit. 270 00:15:20,607 --> 00:15:22,518 Then I’Il leave you to it. 271 00:15:24,207 --> 00:15:25,196 John, wait. 272 00:15:26,847 --> 00:15:29,202 We need to talk to Rodney right away. 273 00:15:34,607 --> 00:15:38,361 You can all relax. I’Il have us back online in two minutes. 274 00:15:38,527 --> 00:15:40,563 We need to talk to you. 275 00:15:40,927 --> 00:15:42,997 What do you mean I’m gonna die? 276 00:15:43,647 --> 00:15:45,478 I’m not sick. I feel great. Never better. 277 00:15:45,687 --> 00:15:49,475 - That Ancient device- - Has accelerated my evolution. 278 00:15:49,647 --> 00:15:52,036 I’Il reach a point where I’m capable of Ascension... 279 00:15:52,207 --> 00:15:55,244 ...but Ascension takes more than that. There’s a mental component. 280 00:15:55,447 --> 00:15:59,998 I need to know how to make it happen which I don’t yet. 281 00:16:00,807 --> 00:16:01,842 I’m getting smarter. 282 00:16:02,047 --> 00:16:05,722 It’s a good assumption I’Il be able to figure it out. It’s not as easy at that. 283 00:16:05,887 --> 00:16:08,447 Well, even if I don’t so I stay a highly evolved human. 284 00:16:08,607 --> 00:16:10,882 I don’t have to Ascend. It’s a choice, right? 285 00:16:11,087 --> 00:16:12,884 McKAY: No? What do you mean, no? 286 00:16:13,087 --> 00:16:15,760 That stupid Ancient device doesn’t work properly, does it? 287 00:16:16,367 --> 00:16:21,157 It’s set in motion a series of mutations that’Il result in death if I don’t Ascend? 288 00:16:21,367 --> 00:16:23,278 There is something easier about this. 289 00:16:23,447 --> 00:16:24,960 McKAY: The Ancients didn’t put it into use. 290 00:16:25,727 --> 00:16:30,243 It’s just one more in long line of abysmal over-ambitious failures. 291 00:16:30,407 --> 00:16:32,762 Oh, God. I’m a dead man. 292 00:16:32,967 --> 00:16:34,639 - Dr. McKay. - Yes. Yes, I just- 293 00:16:34,807 --> 00:16:38,766 It’s because I stopped in the middle. I will fix it. Just give me a second here. 294 00:16:43,567 --> 00:16:44,761 That’s it. 295 00:16:47,487 --> 00:16:50,081 There’s time left. There’s a way to reverse the process. 296 00:16:50,247 --> 00:16:52,078 Where’s Zelenka? What has he been doing? 297 00:16:52,287 --> 00:16:53,800 We have massive power surges. 298 00:16:53,967 --> 00:16:57,118 - Shutdown protocols are not responding. - Damn it. 299 00:17:11,887 --> 00:17:15,323 Come on, Radek. Come on. He’s not breathing. We need to intubate. 300 00:17:15,527 --> 00:17:17,358 Start an IV, wide open. 301 00:17:17,567 --> 00:17:19,637 Get that monitor set up. 302 00:17:20,607 --> 00:17:23,758 Right, on my count. One, two, three. 303 00:17:25,487 --> 00:17:26,476 Radek. 304 00:17:26,647 --> 00:17:28,239 Get the leads hooked up, please. 305 00:17:28,847 --> 00:17:30,280 He’s in V-tach, prepare to defib. 306 00:17:32,247 --> 00:17:33,475 - Clear. - Move. 307 00:17:33,647 --> 00:17:34,921 Rodney, the man is dying. 308 00:17:35,087 --> 00:17:37,362 No. Just give me a second. I know. 309 00:18:00,527 --> 00:18:02,085 Heart rate’s good. 310 00:18:02,887 --> 00:18:04,878 Breathing’s steady. 311 00:18:06,447 --> 00:18:08,039 Pulse is good. 312 00:18:12,927 --> 00:18:15,157 Radek, are you okay? 313 00:18:17,007 --> 00:18:18,156 What happened? 314 00:18:34,287 --> 00:18:37,006 Rodney. - Hold on. 315 00:18:38,447 --> 00:18:39,596 I see you’ve been busy. 316 00:18:41,247 --> 00:18:42,999 I invented a new math. 317 00:18:43,167 --> 00:18:44,156 Really? 318 00:18:44,327 --> 00:18:47,319 It’s gonna change the human understanding of the universe. 319 00:18:47,487 --> 00:18:49,364 How is Zelenka? 320 00:18:49,527 --> 00:18:51,358 Uh- You need to ask? 321 00:18:51,527 --> 00:18:53,245 I’m blocking out people’s thoughts. 322 00:18:53,407 --> 00:18:57,036 It was becoming too overwhelming. I was- I wasn’t able to think. 323 00:18:57,807 --> 00:18:58,796 Rodney. 324 00:18:58,967 --> 00:19:00,559 I know what you’re gonna say. 325 00:19:00,727 --> 00:19:02,683 Oh, no. Just intuition, I swear. 326 00:19:03,207 --> 00:19:04,242 I just- 327 00:19:04,407 --> 00:19:08,002 I tried to fix the Ancient device, but it wasn’t meant to reverse the process. 328 00:19:08,167 --> 00:19:11,239 Once the mutation has started, it cannot be stopped. 329 00:19:11,607 --> 00:19:13,518 Actually... 330 00:19:15,567 --> 00:19:20,846 ...I was gonna say, if you want any help in understanding Ascension... 331 00:19:21,767 --> 00:19:23,997 Oh. Uh... 332 00:19:24,207 --> 00:19:26,767 I’ve already re-read everything I could in the database. 333 00:19:26,967 --> 00:19:29,845 Yeah, it’s not exactly a clear-cut set of instructions, is it? 334 00:19:30,007 --> 00:19:33,363 No, and to be honest, I’ve never been big on the whole idea of Ascending. 335 00:19:33,567 --> 00:19:35,603 There’s too many rules. You know, I- 336 00:19:35,767 --> 00:19:40,557 To me, life is about working towards achievement. Discovering things- 337 00:19:40,727 --> 00:19:43,639 - Getting credit for it. - Once you know it all, what do you do? 338 00:19:43,807 --> 00:19:47,686 I don’t know. I don’t think that Ascension necessarily means the end. 339 00:19:47,887 --> 00:19:50,481 Yeah, see, never been big on leaps of faith either. 340 00:19:50,647 --> 00:19:53,480 There was a part of me that knew this was too good to be true. 341 00:19:53,647 --> 00:19:57,925 Nothing this great could ever happen to me without really bad consequences. 342 00:19:59,127 --> 00:20:03,040 Anyway, I have come to terms with that. I just wanna get as much done... 343 00:20:03,207 --> 00:20:06,756 ...and not waste my time on mumbo jumbo I’m not gonna understand. 344 00:20:07,407 --> 00:20:11,844 Oh, I’ve come up with a way for increasing the Daedalus’ shield power. 345 00:20:12,007 --> 00:20:15,682 Tell Hermiod to give me a call if he needs help understanding the base code. 346 00:20:15,847 --> 00:20:17,565 I’m sure Colonel Caldwell will be thrilled. 347 00:20:20,927 --> 00:20:24,476 Look, Rodney, I’m not gonna try to convince you... 348 00:20:24,647 --> 00:20:28,606 ...that Ascension is right for you or even possible for that matter. 349 00:20:28,767 --> 00:20:32,601 But I wonder if you have considered the fact that... 350 00:20:32,767 --> 00:20:34,678 ...if you did somehow manage to Ascend... 351 00:20:34,847 --> 00:20:39,159 ...you can always theoretically retake human form. 352 00:20:41,487 --> 00:20:43,239 Why didn’t I think of that? 353 00:20:43,487 --> 00:20:45,796 I don’t think it’s gonna work. - Had this shipped. 354 00:20:45,967 --> 00:20:48,879 The Ancient device used to measure a person’s synaptic activity. 355 00:20:49,047 --> 00:20:53,040 More than that, the brain’s evolutionary level. It’s basically an Ascendometer. 356 00:20:53,207 --> 00:20:55,118 I don’t think we’re going about this right. 357 00:20:55,287 --> 00:20:58,518 If you’re a highly evolved super-genius, put up your hand. 358 00:20:58,727 --> 00:21:00,206 Oh. 359 00:21:00,407 --> 00:21:02,523 From everything I read about the subject area- 360 00:21:02,727 --> 00:21:07,118 When you get down to it, even mental states are actually only physical states. 361 00:21:07,287 --> 00:21:10,916 - The brain is a chemical supercomputer. - I suppose an incredibly complex- 362 00:21:11,127 --> 00:21:12,958 « Yes » is all you need to say, my friend. 363 00:21:13,127 --> 00:21:17,086 Look, the universe may seem mystical to those without understanding... 364 00:21:17,247 --> 00:21:20,603 ...when, in truth, anything and everything can be quantified. 365 00:21:20,767 --> 00:21:23,759 All that hocus-pocus stuff is just a way of getting the brain... 366 00:21:23,927 --> 00:21:28,364 ...into the proper electrochemical state to allow the final physical evolution... 367 00:21:28,567 --> 00:21:32,082 ...at which point, the matter that makes up this body will turn into pure energy. 368 00:21:32,247 --> 00:21:38,038 Oh. What mere mortals would refer to as the Mystery of Ascension... 369 00:21:38,247 --> 00:21:41,000 ...is just a scientific process. Just protons and electrons. 370 00:21:41,167 --> 00:21:42,919 - Protons and electrons. - If you say so. 371 00:21:43,087 --> 00:21:44,998 Now, if you don’t mind, can we..? 372 00:21:47,487 --> 00:21:48,886 Ah. 373 00:21:50,087 --> 00:21:53,966 Now, based on what I’ve extrapolated from the Ancient research... 374 00:21:54,167 --> 00:21:58,001 ...I’ve set measurable parameters for achieving the proper mental state. 375 00:21:58,167 --> 00:22:01,842 Once I reach 96 percent synaptic connection as measured by this device... 376 00:22:02,007 --> 00:22:06,956 ...all I need to do is maintain an E.E.G. frequency of 0,1 to 0,9 hertz and presto. 377 00:22:08,287 --> 00:22:10,164 I rise to a higher plane of existence. 378 00:22:10,647 --> 00:22:14,686 Okay, let’s assume for one completely insane moment that you are right. 379 00:22:15,087 --> 00:22:18,204 Those frequencies are associated with near-comatose patients. 380 00:22:18,407 --> 00:22:21,843 No one who’s actually awake can will themselves anywhere close to that... 381 00:22:22,007 --> 00:22:25,556 - ... no matter how relaxed they are. - No unevolved person. 382 00:22:26,047 --> 00:22:28,561 - Give it a rest, Rodney. - Just turn it on. 383 00:22:32,287 --> 00:22:34,755 Your synaptic activity is high, over 60 percent. 384 00:22:34,927 --> 00:22:37,395 I don’t have much time left. By my calculations... 385 00:22:37,567 --> 00:22:41,321 ...when I reach 96 percent, I either Ascend or die. Now, what’s my E.E. G? 386 00:22:41,527 --> 00:22:45,520 Twenty-nine hertz, which is average for someone in a heightened wakeful state. 387 00:22:45,727 --> 00:22:49,356 Okay, so I just need to clear my mind and relax. 388 00:22:51,727 --> 00:22:53,160 - What’s it at now? - Thirty. 389 00:22:53,367 --> 00:22:55,597 What? You must have me hooked up wrong. 390 00:22:55,807 --> 00:22:58,924 No, I didn’t, thank you very much. We’re getting a clear reading. 391 00:22:59,127 --> 00:23:02,278 Rodney, the Ancients that eventually learned to Ascend... 392 00:23:02,447 --> 00:23:05,245 ...dedicated their entire lives preparing for this moment. 393 00:23:05,407 --> 00:23:07,159 This will work. I need some more time. 394 00:23:07,327 --> 00:23:11,036 Now stop talking so much. You’re a ripple in my pond. 395 00:23:16,647 --> 00:23:20,481 I think he’s having a hard time accepting this can’t be solved with science... 396 00:23:20,647 --> 00:23:22,763 ...no matter how brilliant he is. 397 00:23:22,927 --> 00:23:24,645 Know what he needs? 398 00:23:25,047 --> 00:23:27,083 He needs to » release his burden. » 399 00:23:28,167 --> 00:23:30,237 Yeah, well, you know McKay. 400 00:23:31,127 --> 00:23:33,197 Maybe Dr. Heightmeyer can help. 401 00:23:33,567 --> 00:23:35,956 Actually, I was thinking more along the lines of you. 402 00:23:36,407 --> 00:23:37,806 - Me? - Mm-hm. 403 00:23:38,127 --> 00:23:41,324 You lived with the Ancients for six months on the brink of Ascension. 404 00:23:41,487 --> 00:23:44,365 You helped them face their fears and finally Ascend. 405 00:23:44,527 --> 00:23:46,802 I fought a scary monster. That’s what I do best. 406 00:23:47,327 --> 00:23:50,842 And for Rodney, I’m sure this seems like a pretty scary monster. 407 00:23:55,967 --> 00:23:58,527 I don’t think this is gonna work with you hooked up. 408 00:23:58,687 --> 00:24:00,325 How am I gonna know if it’s working? 409 00:24:00,487 --> 00:24:03,797 You’re teaching me how to meditate. Not exactly good odds to start with. 410 00:24:03,967 --> 00:24:05,958 I realize that. 411 00:24:06,127 --> 00:24:09,881 Truth is, I was never really very good at this myself. 412 00:24:10,047 --> 00:24:12,845 - So why am I here? - Élizabeth made me. 413 00:24:13,007 --> 00:24:16,966 - Oh, yeah? Me too. - I was with Ancients for six months. 414 00:24:17,127 --> 00:24:19,846 Maybe I picked up something that might be able to help you. 415 00:24:22,247 --> 00:24:26,206 First thing I think you need to come to terms with is... 416 00:24:26,367 --> 00:24:27,880 ...this is not a means to an end. 417 00:24:28,047 --> 00:24:31,084 - What? Well, of course it is. - No, no, you can’t do that. 418 00:24:31,247 --> 00:24:34,956 You can’t think you’re gonna Ascend and retake human form, and be done with it. 419 00:24:35,127 --> 00:24:37,357 That is exactly what I’m trying to do. 420 00:24:37,527 --> 00:24:41,281 Look, from what I understand, dishonesty is not gonna help the process. 421 00:24:41,967 --> 00:24:44,527 - Good point. - While we’re at it, my knees kill me. 422 00:24:44,687 --> 00:24:47,804 - How does anyone relax like this? - Find a position that works. 423 00:24:48,447 --> 00:24:50,961 All right. Okay. 424 00:24:51,127 --> 00:24:52,526 Fine. 425 00:24:52,687 --> 00:24:54,120 Now... 426 00:24:54,287 --> 00:24:57,165 ...I want you to become aware of your breaths... 427 00:24:57,327 --> 00:25:00,080 ...going in and out of your body. 428 00:25:00,287 --> 00:25:01,766 In... 429 00:25:01,927 --> 00:25:03,599 ...and out. 430 00:25:03,807 --> 00:25:05,479 Do it without talking. 431 00:25:06,607 --> 00:25:08,404 Oh, right. 432 00:25:09,207 --> 00:25:10,435 Now... 433 00:25:10,927 --> 00:25:14,124 ...I want you to think about the things that you worry about the most. 434 00:25:14,327 --> 00:25:16,761 - You mean like death? - There’s no talking. 435 00:25:18,167 --> 00:25:20,556 Think of anything that makes you anxious. 436 00:25:21,087 --> 00:25:22,725 Oh, God, there’s so many things. 437 00:25:22,887 --> 00:25:24,605 Not talking happens to be one of them. 438 00:25:24,807 --> 00:25:26,126 Deal with it. 439 00:25:27,487 --> 00:25:28,886 Now... 440 00:25:29,767 --> 00:25:32,520 ...imagine yourself sitting on a Ferris wheel. 441 00:25:32,687 --> 00:25:33,676 What? 442 00:25:33,847 --> 00:25:36,964 I didn’t pay much attention to what the Ancients were teaching me. 443 00:25:37,487 --> 00:25:40,126 I liked Ferris wheels, so that’s what I thought about. 444 00:25:40,327 --> 00:25:44,206 And the fact that the woman teaching me how to meditate was... 445 00:25:44,367 --> 00:25:45,356 ...very attractive. 446 00:25:45,567 --> 00:25:48,286 Why am I not surprised you didn’t Ascend? Okay, look... 447 00:25:48,447 --> 00:25:51,086 ...I’m a busy man, you’re a busy man, we’re both busy men. 448 00:25:51,247 --> 00:25:54,364 Just relax, all right? I’m gonna try to remember what the woman taught me. 449 00:25:56,047 --> 00:25:57,321 All right. 450 00:25:59,287 --> 00:26:00,436 Now... 451 00:26:00,887 --> 00:26:04,562 ...there’s a dark storm swirling around your head. 452 00:26:04,727 --> 00:26:07,195 - How’s that comforting? - I’m getting there. 453 00:26:08,167 --> 00:26:10,806 I just thought of a brilliant adjunct to the chaos theory. 454 00:26:11,007 --> 00:26:12,406 McKay. 455 00:26:13,247 --> 00:26:15,124 Letting it go, letting it go. 456 00:26:15,287 --> 00:26:19,917 Now, the sky is clearing. All your troubles are fading away. 457 00:26:20,327 --> 00:26:22,795 Bright blue sky. I am there. 458 00:26:27,927 --> 00:26:29,804 - How am I doing? - Don’t think that way. 459 00:26:30,007 --> 00:26:32,043 Forget it. Look, this is never gonna work. 460 00:26:32,207 --> 00:26:34,516 - What’s wrong now? - I realized why light behaves... 461 00:26:34,727 --> 00:26:36,160 ...as both particles and waves. 462 00:26:36,327 --> 00:26:40,115 - Rodney, if you don’t try to do this- - I know. I don’t have much time left. 463 00:26:48,767 --> 00:26:51,201 - Hey. - Just a second. 464 00:27:01,447 --> 00:27:02,721 What are you doing? 465 00:27:02,927 --> 00:27:05,964 There are 50 simulations to run, but the computers can’t keep up. 466 00:27:06,167 --> 00:27:09,398 I’ve figured out how to make them run 10 times faster... 467 00:27:09,567 --> 00:27:11,558 ...but I haven’t had time to stop and do it. 468 00:27:11,727 --> 00:27:15,322 Oh. I’ve uploaded the virtual prototype for a hyperspace generator... 469 00:27:15,487 --> 00:27:17,557 ...for the Puddle Jumpers into the database. 470 00:27:17,727 --> 00:27:19,080 Well, that sounds great. 471 00:27:21,167 --> 00:27:24,443 Are you sure that this is how you want to- 472 00:27:24,647 --> 00:27:28,162 Spend my last couple of days alive? Don’t have much choice, do I? 473 00:27:28,367 --> 00:27:31,040 Rodney, I think it’s very decent and noble of you... 474 00:27:31,207 --> 00:27:33,801 ...to wanna leave a scientific contribution behind... 475 00:27:33,967 --> 00:27:37,755 ...but I still believe there’s a chance you can Ascend if you put your mind to it. 476 00:27:37,927 --> 00:27:40,521 We both know that is a waste of time. You could do it- 477 00:27:40,687 --> 00:27:43,963 I don’t know if I could but you are certainly selling yourself short... 478 00:27:44,127 --> 00:27:45,958 ...by not even trying. 479 00:27:46,167 --> 00:27:49,079 To be honest, I don’t have the first clue where to start. 480 00:27:49,287 --> 00:27:51,084 - Stop thinking. - I don’t understand. 481 00:27:51,247 --> 00:27:54,045 One of the biggest things that holds people back is... 482 00:27:54,207 --> 00:27:56,846 ...that somewhere, deep down... 483 00:27:57,007 --> 00:27:58,998 ...they believe they’re not deserving. 484 00:27:59,807 --> 00:28:01,445 You have to... 485 00:28:02,327 --> 00:28:03,521 ...release your burden. 486 00:28:03,727 --> 00:28:05,638 - Oh, please. - I know spirituality to you... 487 00:28:05,807 --> 00:28:09,243 ...is a load of mumbo jumbo but it helps people find peace with themselves. 488 00:28:09,447 --> 00:28:11,597 - But you have to believe. - Not about religion. 489 00:28:11,807 --> 00:28:15,243 I’m talking about shedding yourself of guilt, of anger, of ill feeling... 490 00:28:15,407 --> 00:28:18,205 ...of anything that makes you feel shame. 491 00:28:18,767 --> 00:28:22,157 And then you can focus all of your energy on Ascending. 492 00:28:23,127 --> 00:28:25,687 What you’re telling me is that I don’t think I’m worthy? 493 00:28:25,887 --> 00:28:29,675 Rodney, I don’t know what you truly believe about yourself. 494 00:28:30,567 --> 00:28:33,206 For all I know, you use your intelligence to compensate... 495 00:28:33,367 --> 00:28:36,962 ...to make yourself feel better for other things you think you may lack. 496 00:28:37,567 --> 00:28:39,444 - Like what? - That I can’t tell you. 497 00:28:40,447 --> 00:28:42,915 But maybe you could start reading your own mind? 498 00:28:59,447 --> 00:29:02,564 I don’t care what you’re gonna say. I’m gonna keep working on this. 499 00:29:02,727 --> 00:29:04,080 Well, I appreciate that. 500 00:29:05,087 --> 00:29:09,285 I mean, you saved my life, so the least I can do is try to save yours. 501 00:29:09,447 --> 00:29:11,005 Radek... 502 00:29:11,927 --> 00:29:13,679 ...I think it’s safe to say that... 503 00:29:13,847 --> 00:29:18,637 ...I am, at times, a petty, vindictive, even jealous man. 504 00:29:19,447 --> 00:29:22,245 I supplement my own anxieties or feelings of inadequacy... 505 00:29:22,407 --> 00:29:26,719 ...by creating a bubble of hostility around myself. 506 00:29:26,887 --> 00:29:28,718 I know that you, more than anyone else... 507 00:29:28,887 --> 00:29:31,162 ...have had to bear the brunt of that hostility. 508 00:29:31,327 --> 00:29:35,115 - Rodney, you don’t have to- - Actually, I do. Here’s the thing. 509 00:29:36,767 --> 00:29:38,485 You’re a brilliant scientist... 510 00:29:38,647 --> 00:29:40,603 ...and a decent human being. 511 00:29:40,807 --> 00:29:43,367 I mean, you should not have had to endure the kind of... 512 00:29:43,527 --> 00:29:46,405 ...abuse that you’ve taken from me in the past few years. 513 00:29:47,047 --> 00:29:50,722 I hope you can forgive me for all the things I’ve said and done to you. 514 00:29:50,887 --> 00:29:53,082 You deserve much better than that. 515 00:29:54,567 --> 00:29:56,683 And so I wanted you to know that. 516 00:29:59,247 --> 00:30:00,680 Yes. 517 00:30:14,487 --> 00:30:16,159 - Rodney. - Mind if I come in? 518 00:30:16,327 --> 00:30:18,283 - Shouldn’t you be-? - Hope you don’t mind. 519 00:30:23,447 --> 00:30:25,358 I was talking with Halling, he mentioned... 520 00:30:25,527 --> 00:30:27,995 ...it was the anniversary of the death of your father. 521 00:30:28,207 --> 00:30:29,322 He did? 522 00:30:29,487 --> 00:30:31,796 Okay, I might have asked a few pointed questions... 523 00:30:31,967 --> 00:30:34,800 ...but I just thought it would be nice if- 524 00:30:35,847 --> 00:30:37,326 What I mean is... 525 00:30:37,967 --> 00:30:41,960 ...I would be honored if you let me share the memorial tea ceremony with you. 526 00:30:43,287 --> 00:30:46,802 I don’t know if it’s wrong to do it early but I may not be around next week. 527 00:30:46,967 --> 00:30:50,846 Anyway, I understand it’s something you’re not supposed to do alone. 528 00:30:52,407 --> 00:30:54,318 Thank you, Rodney. 529 00:30:55,207 --> 00:30:57,402 No, no, no, no. I know exactly what to do. 530 00:30:57,567 --> 00:31:00,365 You are the one who has lost a loved one. I will serve you. 531 00:31:04,207 --> 00:31:08,644 Hey, buddy. Pal. I’ve been looking all over for you. 532 00:31:08,807 --> 00:31:11,002 - Checked the gym, the mess. - Wasn’t there. 533 00:31:11,167 --> 00:31:13,806 No, you weren’t. Usually one of those is a good bet. 534 00:31:13,967 --> 00:31:17,676 So where are you off to? Shooting range, a little target practice? 535 00:31:17,847 --> 00:31:21,317 - I don’t need practice. - Oh, no, no, of course you don’t. 536 00:31:21,727 --> 00:31:25,037 I don’t know how much time I have left, so I’m gonna cut to the chase... 537 00:31:25,207 --> 00:31:27,357 ...ask you a rather personal question. 538 00:31:27,767 --> 00:31:30,600 Hopefully, you won’t just hit me in the face. 539 00:31:31,367 --> 00:31:33,039 Asking away. 540 00:31:33,687 --> 00:31:34,802 Those... 541 00:31:34,967 --> 00:31:37,686 ...scars on your back from your encounters with the Wraith? 542 00:31:37,847 --> 00:31:39,803 You know, with the tracking device? 543 00:31:41,127 --> 00:31:44,802 Are those like a badge of honor for you, or are they just... 544 00:31:44,967 --> 00:31:48,039 ...a constant reminder of something you’d rather forget? 545 00:31:48,607 --> 00:31:51,326 I mean, I know it’s none of my business. I just- 546 00:31:52,407 --> 00:31:54,921 I try not to let things I can’t change bother me. 547 00:31:57,847 --> 00:31:58,962 That’s very healthy. 548 00:32:16,167 --> 00:32:18,044 I hope you don’t mind. 549 00:32:18,607 --> 00:32:19,801 I just healed them. 550 00:32:34,407 --> 00:32:36,637 You’re still trying to find a way out of this? 551 00:32:36,847 --> 00:32:38,200 You think I’m gonna give up? 552 00:32:38,527 --> 00:32:42,566 The Ancients that experimented with that device either Ascended or died. 553 00:32:42,727 --> 00:32:45,878 Most of them the latter, which is why it did not get put into use- 554 00:32:46,047 --> 00:32:48,402 Like you said, there were exceptions. 555 00:32:48,567 --> 00:32:51,400 This will all be over soon and you can get back to real work. 556 00:32:51,607 --> 00:32:53,006 Rodney. Don’t. 557 00:32:53,167 --> 00:32:58,878 No, no, no. I’m not fishing for sympathy. I just wanted to give you that. 558 00:32:59,487 --> 00:33:03,639 - What have you invented now? - Oh, nothing. That’s a book. 559 00:33:03,847 --> 00:33:06,566 - About what? - You. 560 00:33:06,767 --> 00:33:09,122 You’ve taken a lot of crap as the leader. 561 00:33:09,287 --> 00:33:12,324 I thought someone should leave a record of the things you’ve done. 562 00:33:12,487 --> 00:33:14,239 Everything you’ve done right. 563 00:33:15,727 --> 00:33:18,321 Everything I do is on record for review. 564 00:33:18,527 --> 00:33:21,963 Yes, I know. I thought I’d have a unique perspective... 565 00:33:22,127 --> 00:33:23,765 ...other people might benefit from. 566 00:33:23,927 --> 00:33:27,602 You know, I actually took the liberty of doing some research into your past... 567 00:33:27,807 --> 00:33:30,799 ...and included that as well. I’m sorry if I’m not a good writer. 568 00:33:31,007 --> 00:33:35,080 It might be a bit overly maudlin in places. 569 00:33:37,007 --> 00:33:39,805 Rodney, this is 500 pages long. When did you-? 570 00:33:39,967 --> 00:33:42,401 Anyway, that’s all. 571 00:33:43,287 --> 00:33:44,766 Right. 572 00:33:50,287 --> 00:33:53,006 - What’s it down to? - That’s not important. 573 00:33:53,167 --> 00:33:54,566 What? 574 00:33:55,047 --> 00:33:57,163 Of course it is. It’s got to- 575 00:33:57,327 --> 00:34:00,956 - What, 17 hertz? It’s not even close. - Well, it’s closer than you’ve ever been. 576 00:34:01,127 --> 00:34:02,879 Oh, forget it. 577 00:34:03,527 --> 00:34:06,803 Look, if you have to keep asking, you’re obviously not getting it. 578 00:34:06,967 --> 00:34:08,286 This is about letting go. 579 00:34:08,447 --> 00:34:10,278 I don’t know how to do that, okay? 580 00:34:10,487 --> 00:34:12,603 I’m me. I don’t know how not to be me. 581 00:34:14,287 --> 00:34:16,357 Look, thank you for all of your help. 582 00:34:16,847 --> 00:34:19,077 I think in the grand scheme of things, we’re- 583 00:34:19,247 --> 00:34:20,919 We’re good, aren’t we? 584 00:34:22,087 --> 00:34:23,918 Of course. 585 00:34:24,687 --> 00:34:27,326 If it’s not much trouble, I’d like you to read my eulogy. 586 00:34:27,527 --> 00:34:29,438 I refuse to discuss that. 587 00:34:29,607 --> 00:34:32,917 Just keep it simple. Make up a few nice things. 588 00:34:33,087 --> 00:34:34,679 I’d like my sister to be there. 589 00:34:34,847 --> 00:34:36,883 And- You should know that I told Beckett... 590 00:34:37,047 --> 00:34:39,197 ...that he should definitely do a full autopsy. 591 00:34:39,407 --> 00:34:41,796 He can use my body for any kind of experimentation... 592 00:34:41,967 --> 00:34:45,676 ...that might prove helpful. And- Oh, then I’d like to be cremated. 593 00:34:45,887 --> 00:34:50,085 I’d like my ashes to be thrown out into space from the Jumper so- 594 00:34:51,407 --> 00:34:52,681 Rodney! 595 00:34:58,327 --> 00:35:00,841 Medical team to my quarters. 596 00:35:02,127 --> 00:35:06,040 The synaptic activity in your brain has reached over 90 percent. 597 00:35:06,207 --> 00:35:10,166 I don’t know why, but it seems the more pervasive, evolved state of the cortex... 598 00:35:10,327 --> 00:35:12,602 ...is causing lapses in the lower brain function. 599 00:35:12,807 --> 00:35:16,720 It’s almost as if your body is losing its natural ability to keep itself alive. 600 00:35:16,887 --> 00:35:18,718 When Ascension occurs naturally... 601 00:35:18,887 --> 00:35:21,765 ...the physical body’s no longer necessary in the final stages. 602 00:35:21,927 --> 00:35:24,236 Rodney, I don’t know how much more you can take. 603 00:35:25,327 --> 00:35:26,601 About six percent. 604 00:35:27,087 --> 00:35:28,805 There must be something we can do. 605 00:35:29,247 --> 00:35:30,600 McKAY: It’s okay. 606 00:35:30,927 --> 00:35:32,121 You know... 607 00:35:32,287 --> 00:35:35,643 ...I’m actually feeling a sense of peace. 608 00:35:36,447 --> 00:35:38,881 Interspersed with moments of sheer terror, of course. 609 00:35:39,327 --> 00:35:43,366 Rodney, as far as this Ascension thing... 610 00:35:43,687 --> 00:35:47,316 ...I know you didn’t have much success. But at this point... 611 00:35:47,567 --> 00:35:49,523 ...what have you got to lose? 612 00:35:49,687 --> 00:35:52,918 - May as well go out fighting, huh? - Absolutely. 613 00:35:54,487 --> 00:35:56,125 Hook me up. 614 00:35:59,647 --> 00:36:01,160 McKAY: Carson. 615 00:36:02,127 --> 00:36:03,685 Thank you. 616 00:36:04,327 --> 00:36:06,124 Thank you for everything. 617 00:36:07,647 --> 00:36:09,956 I only wish I could have done more, my friend. 618 00:36:21,807 --> 00:36:23,240 Clear blue skies. 619 00:36:24,247 --> 00:36:26,203 All my troubles... 620 00:36:26,367 --> 00:36:28,562 ...just drifting away. 621 00:36:29,127 --> 00:36:32,642 Okay. Stop talking now. 622 00:36:35,527 --> 00:36:37,961 Rodney, you’re a good person. 623 00:36:38,767 --> 00:36:39,995 Know that we love you. 624 00:36:41,887 --> 00:36:43,605 You love me? 625 00:36:44,927 --> 00:36:46,838 Really? All of you? 626 00:36:47,007 --> 00:36:50,238 In the way a friend feels about another friend. 627 00:36:50,447 --> 00:36:53,120 You’re just saying that because I’m gonna die. 628 00:36:53,807 --> 00:36:55,638 Oh, God. I can’t believe I’m gonna die. 629 00:36:55,807 --> 00:36:58,719 All right, just back to the blue skies. Let your thoughts go. 630 00:36:59,247 --> 00:37:02,762 Concentrate on your breathing. 631 00:37:09,847 --> 00:37:10,916 Oh, my God. 632 00:37:20,687 --> 00:37:22,678 He’s not breathing. Get him on a ventilator. 633 00:37:22,887 --> 00:37:25,276 - Carson, he gave us orders- You don’t understand. 634 00:37:25,487 --> 00:37:27,478 He just told me how to save him. 635 00:37:29,047 --> 00:37:31,277 We’re en route. His pulse is weak. Are you ready? 636 00:37:31,487 --> 00:37:33,125 We will be. 637 00:37:35,047 --> 00:37:36,196 Almost. 638 00:37:43,247 --> 00:37:44,805 Right. 639 00:37:47,767 --> 00:37:49,723 Hurry, he can’t breathe on his own. 640 00:37:53,447 --> 00:37:55,165 Okay, stand back. 641 00:38:06,327 --> 00:38:07,919 Rodney? 642 00:38:08,087 --> 00:38:09,918 - It worked. - Did it? 643 00:38:10,087 --> 00:38:12,806 - Well, I’m alive, aren’t I? Sounds like him. 644 00:38:12,967 --> 00:38:14,605 McKAY: Yes, yes. 645 00:38:14,807 --> 00:38:16,923 I can’t hear one of your thoughts. 646 00:38:17,967 --> 00:38:20,037 Telekinesis is gone. 647 00:38:20,367 --> 00:38:23,040 I’m still smart, I think. 648 00:38:23,207 --> 00:38:24,322 Yes. 649 00:38:24,487 --> 00:38:26,603 Yes, I’m me. I’m my old self. 650 00:38:26,807 --> 00:38:28,399 - Are you certain? McKAY: Yeah, I’m alive. 651 00:38:28,607 --> 00:38:31,758 I feel great. I feel, uh- Um, hungry? 652 00:38:31,927 --> 00:38:32,916 Oh, he’s fine. 653 00:38:33,087 --> 00:38:34,679 And you said it was impossible. 654 00:38:34,847 --> 00:38:36,326 McKAY: The answer just came to me. 655 00:38:36,487 --> 00:38:40,765 I was floating in this black emptiness and the answer came out of nowhere. 656 00:38:40,927 --> 00:38:43,361 Look, the device was designed to manipulate your DNA. 657 00:38:43,567 --> 00:38:46,559 It couldn’t reverse the process, everyone’s DNA is different. 658 00:38:46,727 --> 00:38:48,683 It makes changes that causes the DNA... 659 00:38:48,847 --> 00:38:51,964 ...to evolve in ways specific to your own unique physiology. 660 00:38:52,167 --> 00:38:55,637 To manipulate the DNA, the program required a precise reference point. 661 00:38:55,847 --> 00:38:59,078 I keep blood samples from the Atlantis team members for comparisons. 662 00:38:59,687 --> 00:39:02,076 I don’t understand what any of you are talking about. 663 00:39:02,247 --> 00:39:04,920 - What- - It’s good to have you back, buddy. 664 00:39:05,087 --> 00:39:07,237 - Mmm! - Yes, well, it’s good to be back. 665 00:39:07,407 --> 00:39:08,840 Yeah. 666 00:39:16,687 --> 00:39:19,724 - Hey, how are you feeling? - Terrible. 667 00:39:19,887 --> 00:39:23,004 - Should I get Carson? - No, no, no, physically I’m fine... 668 00:39:23,167 --> 00:39:24,964 ...but this just doesn’t make any sense. 669 00:39:25,127 --> 00:39:27,197 I can’t figure out any of these equations. 670 00:39:27,367 --> 00:39:29,927 The algorithms are complete gibberish. This is torture. 671 00:39:30,127 --> 00:39:32,880 I can clearly remember exactly how important this all is... 672 00:39:33,047 --> 00:39:35,641 ...but I cannot figure out why or how. 673 00:39:35,807 --> 00:39:38,241 Well, I just dropped by to show you this. 674 00:39:39,287 --> 00:39:41,881 Your EEG readings from your last meditation. 675 00:39:46,287 --> 00:39:48,039 Oh, my God. 676 00:39:48,447 --> 00:39:50,517 It’s 0,03 hertz. I mean, I did it. 677 00:39:50,687 --> 00:39:53,406 I mean, I was in the zone. I could have actually Ascended. 678 00:39:54,407 --> 00:39:57,160 You said you were floating in a big empty space. 679 00:39:57,327 --> 00:39:59,602 When the idea of how to save yourself came to you. 680 00:39:59,767 --> 00:40:02,327 I thought about how hard it is to rid oneself of ego. 681 00:40:02,487 --> 00:40:06,719 That existence without the individuality of consciousness would be pointless- 682 00:40:07,047 --> 00:40:09,800 Ooh. That’s probably what gave me the idea... 683 00:40:09,967 --> 00:40:11,923 ...to reprogram the device with my old DNA. 684 00:40:12,127 --> 00:40:14,482 - Yeah, I thought so. - Yeah, well, you know what? 685 00:40:14,647 --> 00:40:18,037 I don’t care if you don’t think I was capable. I never wanted to do it. 686 00:40:18,207 --> 00:40:20,482 I am very happy with who I am. 687 00:40:20,767 --> 00:40:23,156 - And you love me. - Hmm? 688 00:40:23,407 --> 00:40:24,476 What? I never- 689 00:40:24,687 --> 00:40:27,485 You so did. I may not understand this new math I created... 690 00:40:27,687 --> 00:40:29,962 ...but I remember that you said you love me. 691 00:40:30,167 --> 00:40:31,839 Actually, I said,« ou »?We love you. » 692 00:40:32,007 --> 00:40:34,475 You were saying that because you thought I was dying? 693 00:40:34,647 --> 00:40:36,922 - No, I said it because- - See? You love me. 694 00:40:37,127 --> 00:40:39,595 It’s true. You’ve said it. Now I know. I suspected it. 695 00:40:39,767 --> 00:40:41,997 In fact, I’ve always noticed that there’s been... 696 00:40:42,167 --> 00:40:45,000 ...an indefinable and yet magical chemistry between us... 697 00:40:45,167 --> 00:40:47,237 - ... that I think I covered in Chapter 10. - Hmm. 698 00:40:47,407 --> 00:40:49,204 - Rodney. - Have you had lunch yet? 699 00:40:49,407 --> 00:40:51,045 - Yes. - Mid-afternoon snack, then? 700 00:40:52,087 --> 00:40:53,884 - I will keep you company. - Ah. 701 00:40:54,047 --> 00:40:55,844 Now, is Sheppard still bugging you... 702 00:40:56,007 --> 00:40:58,441 ...to let him use the device to turn into a superhero? 703 00:40:58,607 --> 00:40:59,596 - Oh, yes. - Hmm. 704 00:40:59,767 --> 00:41:03,123 Despite the fact that the database states its effects are unpredictable. 705 00:41:03,287 --> 00:41:06,962 That I’m lucky I wasn’t instantly melted down into a pool of protoplasm. 706 00:41:07,127 --> 00:41:08,879 - Yes. - Huh. 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