The latest episode of the Impulse television series, titled “Fight or Flight”, takes us on a macabre journey through the bizarre world of teleporters. With a generous sprinkling of the absurd and a heaping dose of existential dread, this episode will leave you questioning the very fabric of reality. Or, at the very least, giggling uncomfortably.
Our protagonist Henry, the unwitting teleporter, finds herself in quite the predicament. She’s teleporting in her sleep, blurring the lines between dreams and reality. But hey, if energy equals matter and dreams are energy, then by the transitive property, Henry’s sneakers must be real, right? It’s just basic science.
Enter Nikolai, Henry’s self-sacrificing mentor who’s practically a messianic figure. He’s teaching her to use her powers for good, all while knowing she’ll probably betray him in the end. Talk about a thankless job. Meanwhile, Townes regales Jenna with a heartwarming tale of child protection services gone horribly wrong. Apparently, a woman pushed her adopted kid down a well, inspiring the horror flick “The Ring”. Family bonding at its finest.
Henry’s teleportation skills seem to be both a blessing and a curse. She can zip away from her troubles, only to find herself right back in the thick of them. Hungry? Teleport away from Nikolai, only to end up having lunch with him. Trying to escape dear old dad? Teleport from his house, then chase him in your dreams. It’s like a cosmic game of whack-a-mole.
The incredible scope of Henry’s powers is mind-boggling. She could teleport to India in a jiffy, or pop over to Reston, New York for a quick visit. The world is her oyster, and she’s got the ultimate get-out-of-jail-free card. But with great power comes great responsibility, and Nikolai is quick to remind Henry that her actions have consequences. Even her dreams can become reality, which is a terrifying thought for those of us who have dreamt of showing up to work naked.
Henry’s not the only one with a special sanctuary. Dominic retreats to his laboratory bed, suggesting a childhood spent as a human guinea pig. Nikolai finds solace at his piano, a reminder of the church bombing that changed his life. It’s like a twisted version of “home is where the heart is”.
As the episode delves deeper into the morbid, we’re treated to musings on death, resurrection, and choosing one’s path. But fear not, this world’s death is not the end! Unless, of course, you’re a teleporter being experimented on by a sinister multinational corporation. Then, it might be lights out for good.
Speaking of corporations, the episode ends with the reveal that there are more teleporters out there, ripe for the experimenting. Ethics be damned, there’s science to be done! It’s a chilling reminder that in the world of Impulse, imagination and morality don’t always go hand in hand.
All in all, “Fight or Flight” is a wild ride that’ll have you questioning your sanity and maybe even your own dreams. Just remember, if you ever find yourself teleporting uncontrollably, try to avoid any hungry wells. And if you happen to run into Billie Eilish, ask her how that crown is working out for her.