Survivors: 47,858

Air Date: August 19, 2005

Part 1 of two. Starbuck and Helo reunite with Roslin, who considers executing pregnant Cylon Sharon, while Apollo tangles with Zarek and his sinister sidekick (James Remar). Aboard Galactica, a brooding Adama revamps his officer corps by replacing his wayward son with “Catman” Birch (Ben Ayres).

Episode Recap

President Roslin's fragile coalition is put to the test and Adama continues to struggle with the betrayal of his son. Starbuck, Helo, and Boomer return from Caprica and set out for Kobol to find the tomb of Athena.

Additional Notes

• In early versions of the script, Billy died on the surface of Kobol. The writers had planned a pivotal role for Elosha later in the season.

• The survivor count increases now that Helo has rejoined the fleet.

• There are 47,858 Survivors.