The episode follows several intersecting storylines that set the stage for the second half of the season:
: Oswald Cobblepot is briefly jailed by Maroni for his arrogance in trying to raise taxes on local fishermen without permission.
: Assigned to the asylum's security detail, Gordon investigates a series of brutal electroshock attacks on inmates. This arc introduces Dr. Leslie Thompkins (Morena Baccarin), a key ally and future love interest.
The episode follows several intersecting storylines that set the stage for the second half of the season:
: Oswald Cobblepot is briefly jailed by Maroni for his arrogance in trying to raise taxes on local fishermen without permission.
: Assigned to the asylum's security detail, Gordon investigates a series of brutal electroshock attacks on inmates. This arc introduces Dr. Leslie Thompkins (Morena Baccarin), a key ally and future love interest.