Dr. Jackson, colonel.
General.
The message I got was pretty vague.
There was atransmission we got from the tok'ra.
They say who was coming?
No.
Th ey say why?
No, sir.
Now, see, I—— that's rude.
I hate that.
Voice on intercom: Receiving tok'ra idc.
Opening the Iris.
In fact, the tok'ra are starting
to annoy me in general.
Sir?
Don't get me wrong, Carter,
your dad's great.
I love him like a brother,
but it's justthat every time they show up,
it seems like there's kinds of—...
Yep, that looks like trouble to me.
The high council of tok'ra
sends its greetings.
Welcome. I'm general Hammond.
Colonel O'Neill, Dr. Jackson,
major Carter, and Teal'c.
This is marnon.
You may call me anise.
Anise.
It means noble strength.
Um, I'm Daniel. It means, uh...
God is myjudge.
I'm Jack. It means...
What's in the box?
These armbands were recently discovered
among some ancient ruins on a remote planet.
I don't recognize the symbols. May I?
The language belongs to a race
called the atoneeks.
Their existence and demise
predates the Goa'uld.
Atoneeks. I think jolinar knew about these.
They're supposed to give the wearer
incredible speed and strength, right?
Yes. Many thought it was just a myth.
Still, the Goa'uld and the tok'ra
have both sought these devices
for some time.
Obviously not a myth.
The tok'ra were very excited
when I found them.
You foundthem?
My area of expertise
is ancient cultures.
Oh, mine, too.
Yes, I know.
We hope the devices
will provide our operatives
with a great new physical advantage
in the fight againstthe Goa'uld.
However...
They don't work for you.
Our top scientific minds
have researched the technology
at length.
To the best of our knowledge,
the devices should work.
However, something causes them
to rej ect the tok'ra physiology.
You're symbiote.
That is a likely assumption.
Then the device will most likely
be ineffective on me as well.
Yes, which is why I brought only 3.
Uh, I still have a protein marker
left by jolinar.
Hopefully, that will have no effect.
Incredible speed and strength.
In fact, according to the inscriptions,
they should greatly increase
all of your natural abilities.
That's kin da cool.
In the interests of the tok'ra/human
alliance,
I expected you would cooperate.
Couldn't we take some time to learn a little more
about these things?
Perhaps major Carter and Dr. Jackson—...
I had hoped to begin human trial experiments
immediately.
What's the rush?
If you are not willing to trust us
and participate,
iwill find human subjects
on another planet.
Fine.
Host: Colonel, please forgive
the scientist anise.
She has worked very hard for this.
I assure you, every safety precaution
will be taken.
Anise: What is your answer?
This is atok'ra biosensor.
It will monitor
every aspect of your physiological condition.
Whoa!
It will transmit readings to this device
where they will be recorded
for the duration of the experiment.
Ready?
As I'll ever be.
What's that mean?
The device is working.
I don't feel like leaping any tall buildings.
Anise: It may take time
for the device to adjust to your body.
We believe it was designed this way
to gradually give you a chance
to adapt to your new abilities.
In the meantime, feel free to move around
and interact with your environment
as you normally would.
The biosensor will transmit readings
over a significant distance.
Do you still feel no effects from the armband, O'Neill?
No, and you know something?
I'm starting to think this thing's a crock.
Come on, Teal'c, bring it!
You're going easy.
I am attempting to make
physical contact with you, O'Neill,
because you're a boxer with great proficiency today.
Really? I feel a little stiff.
Uhh!
Teal'c?
So, are you feeling any better?
I will be fine, Dr. Fraiser.
Teal'c, I'm really sorry.
You are not.
He's right about that.
Please squeeze this.
What is it?
It will measure your strength.
Your strength is 5 times that of a normal human.
So, no increase then, eh?
Physiology remains otherwise normal.
Well, I, uh—— I feel good.
And, uh, you seem to have developed
a bit of a sweet tooth.
Anise: Your metabolism is increasing
to match the energy your body now requires.
You were going to show me how to read this thing.
I will. First, it is time to increase
the number of subjects in the experiment.
I don't really feel any different.
Just wait.
Hey.
Notice anything yet?
You're eating a lot.
Hmm. Give ittime.
Did you just read that?
I guess.
I don't suppose there's another book around
that explains this book.
What reason did hobbs give
for the fall of the civilization?
Failing agricultural infrastructure.
Jack, that's unbelievable.
Hey, it's just theory.
Want me to read to you?
Sam?
Yeah?
What are you doing?
Oh, I'm just running a fewtests
on the material the armband's made of.
Ah! It's a little dark, don't you think?
Is it?
Ow, that's bright.
Yeah. Lights were out.
I came in, and I didn't even realize.
Fraiser: Well, it looks normal to me.
I could see in the dark
as well as if the lightwas on.
You're running a slighttemperature.
Anise is monitoring our vitals.
Yes, I know.
You don't trust her biosensors?
No, I'm sure her technology
is very advanced and very accurate.
So you don't trust her?
I'd like to run a full blood screen.
Very good.
I'm not even sweating.
In fact, ithinkthat thing's slowing me down.
Squeeze this.
Sorry.
I mean, it's the most unbelievable,
incredible thing I've ever experienced.
I mean, I've cross—referenced
the symbols on the armband
against every written language on earth
in an hour.
What did you find?
Well, nothing, but you see, the point is,
I can read really fast.
Here are my notes on the atoneeks.
I thought you might be interested.
You write in a notebook?
My host Freya enjoys
the tactile sensation of handwriting.
The inscription says
with great power comes great responsibility.
And the ability to effect great consequences.
You haven't speculated in here
on whythe atoneek became extinct.
No. My primary concern up until now
was finding the armbands
and then determining how they worked.
What does that mean?
Anise: I believe all the armbands
have now reached their maximum potential.
Anise, can I see you for a moment?
They all have significantly raised body temperatures.
They are in no danger.
I disagree. Their symptoms are indicative
of the presence of avirus.
Anise: You are correct. My biodata indicates
the armband released avirus
into their systems.
Doesn't that concern you?
Anise: It must be howthe technology
accesses the human physiology.
It took a different amount of time
in each individual
because of each subject's
unique reaction to the virus.
Fraiser: That's all speculation.
Major Carter's blood work
showed a dangerous amount of adrenaline in her system.
I objectto the interference in my experiment.
I objectto being kept in the dark
about the condition of people
whose health I am responsible for.
Are you suggesting I would risktheir health?
Doctor, we're seeing
some really interesting results.
Are you saying that we should
discontinue the experiment?
Until we know more
about the physical effects of this virus, yes.
I say we remove the armbands
and we run more tests to make sure
that these changes aren't permanent or damaging.
General.
No, I'm sorry.
If there's one thing I've learned in my time here, it's that
there's nothing wrong with a little prudence
when dealing with alien devices.
Based on Dr. Fraiser's recommendation,
I've decided to stop the experimenttemporarily.
What? Why?
Hammond: We'd like to get a better read
on exactly what these things are really doing to you.
General.
I'd rather not do that, sir.
Fraiser: I think the armbands may be having
a narcotic—like effect.
Wearing them may become addictive.
It's just one of the things that I would like to rule out.
Please, take the armbands off.
But—...
Are you refusing to comply
with a direct order?
Uh, a little problem here, sir.
Colonel?
Having a hard time complying.
We have tried everything
short of surgically removing their arms.
We'll hold that option in reserve.
You must admit
the positive effect is astonishing.
As long as there's no downside.
There is no evidence of any downside.
Yet.
Find away to getthose armbands off my people.
O'n eill: Teal'c, how much do I have on here?
It appears to be
approximately
really?
Not bad.
Are you not concern ed because the armband cannot be removed?
Nope. this thing's great.
We will not resume our duties as sg—I
as long as this experiment continues.
Yeah, well... I'm gonna have to
have a little chat with Hammond about that.
I mean, we should be using these things.
Hey.
What are you working on?
I'm writing a book
on wormhole physics,
butthis damn computer
isn't fast enough.
When the buffer's full,
I have to wait
for it to catch up
you know, we really could use your help
you just don't get it, Janet.
I don't want to take it off.
Ok. I realize they're making you feel really good—...
Look,
I have written athousand—page book
in under 2 hours.
This is something I've been dying to do,
but I haven't had the time.
Sam. Janet.
Absolutely not.
Oh, come on, general, why did we
putthese things on in the first place?
We still aren't sure what the long—term effects will be.
We shouldn't be sitting around wasting this stuff.
We ought to be out kicking some Goa'uld butt.
I mean, look atthis.
Sorry about that, general.
Colonel, I'm concern ed that you aren't
in full control of your new abilities.
Well, you may be right about that.
It's just so damn exciting, sir.
I'm sure it is.
And even if we're not in total control,
shouldn't we be out there doing the damage
instead of in your office?
I'm concerned for your well—being, colonel.
And I appreciate it, and you're the boss.
Whatever you say goes. I just want you to know
that we're here for you, ready to go.
Just——just say th e word.
Thank you.
Seriously. Say it. Say the word.
Dismissed.
We can be ready in 3 seconds.
Colonel.
Colonel! Heck, we're ready!
Jack, please,
just getthe hell out of my office.
Yes, sir.
Hey, siler.
Crap.
This is ridiculous. It was an accident.
Siler has a broken arm and a concussion.
He'll pull through.
I sent flowers.
You have to admit, it's a little scary.
I mean I feel like I could do anything.
Well, all I know is I'm gonna starve to death.
I don't know about you guys,
buti am having some serious protein cravings.
Steak.
I could go for that.
Big, red juicy meat.
O'Malley's in town.
Let's go.
Let's eat.
How high do you think that fence was?
20, 25 feet?
I'd say more like 30.
What can I get you?
Uh...
3 of the biggest steaks you've got
with everything—— rare—...
Baked potato.
You got it.
Excuse me. That was for me.
Jackson: Yeah, I'm gonna have 3 as well.
4.4 is good. Yeah.
Me, too, and French fries with mine.
Oh, and a diet soda.
I like the taste better.
So, has it occurred to anyone
that we're defying a direct order?
Well, it's not like we haven't
defied orders before.
Well, yeah, but that was to save earth.
Earth, steaks. There's a difference?
We'll be back before anyone knows we're gone.
Howthe hell did you do that?
You wanna go double or nothing?
No. I think I'll cut my losses.
Smart move.
What are you laughing at, you geek?
Geek?
Excuse me?
Let it go.
No. Notthis time.
Yeah, what are you gonna do?
Well, this is a cliche.
Right, ok.
I thought the devices
were supposed to enhance them physically,
not make them stupid.
You'd have to ask anise aboutthat, sir.
All I can tell you is that their erratic behavior
could be explained
by the increase in various hormone levels.
You could almost describe it as a sort of intoxication.
My concern is how do we contain them
if they are that strong and that fast?
The concern is greater than that, sir.
Blood tests show early indication
of multiple organ failure.
The human body wasn't meant to be putthrough this.
Are you saying they'll die
if we don't get these things off them?
I believe the key is the virus
the armband is used as an intermediary.
There's no magic pill that'll combat a virus,
but there are a few treatments we could try.
But that's no guarantee?
No, sir.
Than k you, doctor.
Can you explain to me why several witnesses
put you people
at a restaurant in town last night?
Sir—— sir,
I can't tell you how—...
I can explain that.
No, I can't.
We were very hungry, sir.
The report says there was a brawl.
More of a scuffle, sir.
You're lucky you didn't kill any of those men.
No. We were very careful aboutthat, general.
What am I supposed to do with you people?
General, I can't tell you how sorry we are,
but Carter wanted a steak.
Actually, it was your idea...
My point is,
sir. General...
The fact that we were defying orders
didn't even occur to us
until we were actually defying.
It's like the armbands are having an effect
on our ability to make rational choices.
General Hammond, I have received a message
from the tok'ra high council.
What?
I reported the progress of the experiment
andthey have made a suggestion.
Regarding?
The high council would like to forward
the idea of putting sg—I's
new skills into practical use.
Yes! Sir.
What are they suggesting?
We have just received new information
regarding a new class of battleship
that apophis is building.
Just received?
Our internal attempt at sabotage has already failed.
However, based on our intelligence,
a special covert team could—...
You've known all along.
Excuse me?
This was the point, wasn't it?
Freya: General, I assure you—...
I assure you, I've been atthis a long time,
and I know damn well when I'm being manipulated.
I realize howthis must look.
However, in the interests
of th e tok'ra—earth alliance—...
Don't give me that load of bunk.
Right now, I don'tthinkthe tok'ra
have my people's best interest in mind.
General, if you believe anything, believe this.
If apophis is allowed
to complete this battleship,
it will assure his dominance
over the Goa'uld,
your planet, and the rest of this galaxy.
Anise: I am sure the high council
will be disappointed.
I have downloaded everything we know
about the battleship's construction
into your base computer.
Hopefully, you will review it and change your mind.
General, if I may—...
No, you may not.
Take them back to the lock—up.
For what it's worth,
I'm ordering you to cooperate.
Dismissed.
Let's have a look.
So, you think we have a problem here?
This new vessel has several advancements
over the Goa'uld mother ships
we have previously engaged in battle.
We must stop its completion.
I can't sendthe rest of sg—I on such a dangerous mission
knowing their judgment is impaired.
I will go alone, then.
According to the tok'ra intelligence,
the gate on that planet is heavily guarded.
I doubtvery much even you could make itthrough.
We must not allow apophis to complete this vessel.
Let's say I agree, Teal'c.
Prove to me it isn't a suicide mission.
Carter: The gate will be heavily guarded,
but we should be able to handle it.
Wormhole physics dictate that you exit
at the same velocity that you enter.
So they'll never know what hit 'em.
Exactly. The facility, however,
will be more of a challenge.
Can't we just zip in, plant c4, and zip out?
Won't do it, sir. The power core of the ship
is completely sealed in trinium.
That's what we have to take out.
Now, hang on. The power core is linked
directly to some kind of liquid cooling system
that's based in the facility.
These pipes here lead into it.
So we zip in, blow the pipes, and zip out?
The core will overheat and explode.
The only problem is there are force shields
protecting this restricted area.
So?
So...
I see your point.
The Goa'uld force shields
operate on a frequency oscillation principle.
If we were moving fast enough,
theoretically, we should be able
to see the oscillation interval
and run rightthrough.
We'll need snacks.
Uhh!
Uhh! Uhh!
Let's go!
O'Neill!
Not this time, Teal'c.
Gate's open, sir.
Shut her down! Get the blast doors open!
I can't, sir.
I'm locked out of the system.
Medical team to the control room!
Lead Jaffa: Onak kree!
It takes 2 guys to carry that?
Weapons grade naquadah is extremely dense.
Sir, do you realize how many naquadah reactors
a single bar like that could power?
No.
A lot.
I'll get it. Meetyou back here.
Whoa, sir, is it hot?
A little bit. You all right?
Fine.
The force shield
should be somewhere around here.
Heads up!
Whoa!
5 minutes.
Right. After the cooling system goes down,
it should take about 10 minutes
for the power core to go critical.
That gives us
to get back to the gate.
Whatever!
Carter: Did you get the naquadah?
It's here in the pack.
Great. Let's go!
Uh, actually, this is, uh...
This is getting kinda heavy.
Daniel?
What's going on?
I can't move.
The armbands are going to come off on their own?
The last bits of data
transmitted from their biosensors
before they stepped through the Stargate
indicate traces of an antibody.
To the virus, that allowed the devices
to enhance their speed and strength.
Anise: I'm afraid we've solved the mystery
of the atoneeks' extinction.
How so?
The armbands only work for a limited time, sir.
Anise: Once the immunity spread
among the atoneek warriors,
the armbands would be useless.
I guess they never solved the problem.
Which means sg—I is likely out there on a planet
full of heavily armed Jaffa with an advantage
that could disappear at anytime?
Yes, sir.
Freya: General, for what it's worth,
anise and I are sorry.
We were not aware of the mission
prior to our arrival here.
Anise: I do hope sg—I
returns safely.
Halt! Kree!
All right. You got us.
Don't "kree."
Unh. Unh. Unh.
It seems my assistance was required after all.
Yes, thank you.
Unh.
You passed out,
and your armband came off.
All right. Talk later. We gotta move.
Teal'c, get Daniel outta here, back through the gate.
Carter, you're with me.
Unh! Unh! Ooh!
Carter?
Unh.
Where are they?
They should have been right behind us.
Continue on, Daniel Jackson.
Sir?
Colonel?
Unh!
Should've brought more snacks.
I don't think that would've helped.
1:56.
Sir, you've gotta get outta here.
So do you.
I am not leaving, Daniel Jackson.
Well, I'm not suggesting we should.
There is no way in there to help them.
No.
Unh.
10 minutes after that c4 goes,
this whole mountain is gonna explode.
I am aware of that.
So th e fact that we're staying
is based on a completely informed decision.
It is.
Yeah, just making sure.
Carter: Sir.
Sir, there's no time.
Here goes.
Did you see that?
Let's go.
Carter, forget that. Leave it!
The shield is down.
Come on, let's go. Move, move, move!
I thought itold you guys
to get back to that gate.
Yeah. Teal'c wouldn't leave.
Less than a minute.
Get down!
Oh! Oh!
Just remember. I retired.
You wanted me back.
Hammond: Colonel, are you all ok?
Think so.
Will be.
I am very well, general Hammond.
What happened?
The damn armbands fell off is what happened.
Anise: I am sorry.
Were you successful in destroying the ship?
Indeed, we were, general Hammond.
Good. Report to the infirmary.
Uh, general, sir...
About the obviously impen ding court—martials, I'd like—...
You were all under the influence
of an alien technology, colonel.
That's a pretty solid defense.
Even so, I—...
I'm sorry.
Me, too.
Me three.
I have no need to apologize.
Teal'c was actually following orders.
Of course he was.
You left the armbands behind.
We had otherthings on our mind.
Understandable. Colonel?
Freya: Anise and I both hope
we can work together again in the future.
Both of you?
Can't wait for that.