Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021–…): Season 1, Episode 14 - War-Mantle - full transcript
After receiving a mysterious distress call, the Batch tracks it to a secret facility.
We're being hailed. It's… Rex.
Hello, boys. Sorry to cut right
to it, but I could use your help.
What do you need, Captain?
I received a distress
signal from a clone trooper,
but I'm a bit tied up at
the moment to retrieve him.
You want us to recover a reg?
He's an old friend,
and he's in trouble.
I need you to get him out.
Out of what exactly?
Can't talk right now. Sending
you his signal. I'll be in touch.
What was that about?
The distress signal sent by
CC-5576 is originating from Daro,
a terrestrial planet in the Outer Rim with
no known settlements or installations.
What's he doing all
the way out there?
Well, does it matter?
We've gone on missions
before without much intel.
But this would be stretching it.
Rex wouldn't ask us for
help if it wasn't urgent.
Echo's got a point.
May I remind you that we are
in the middle of a job for Cid.
If we deviate, we will
not be compensated.
No money means no food.
Oh, yeah. Tech's got a point.
But Rex's friend is in trouble.
That's more important
than getting paid.
Well, the kid's got a point.
Fine. We'll check things out.
…I don't like it.
The operation is
ahead of schedule.
Good. Ensure every viable
clone is mobilized.
And the Kaminoans?
We have our orders.
Keep an eye on them…
until the time is right.
Mistress Nala Se,
isn't leaving the
facility against protocol?
Your training will
continue elsewhere.
We'll still be
soldiers, won't we?
Of course. That is
what you were made for.
You best hurry. I
will join you later.
The Empire has canceled
all of our contracts.
Our success with the clone
army is known galaxy-wide.
Surely, we will find other clients
who value our scientific advancements.
The Empire is not
like the Republic.
We have empowered them
to our own detriment.
I fear they will destroy us rather
than allow this operation to continue.
We must leave to
ensure our survival.
Gather those essential. I will
arrange for our departure.
Yes, Prime Minister.
We are approaching
Daro's atmosphere.
I'll bring us in low to avoid
any possible tracking scanners.
We're banking a lot on a
clone we don't even know.
Rex trusts him. And I trust Rex.
The signal is coming
from that direction.
The beacon should
be right ahead.
Found it.
So, where's this reg?
We're already too late.
The clone was being hunted.
He was dragged.
That way.
Hang on.
There's something here,
inside that mountain.
- I believe you are right.
-
My scans are being jammed.
You said there was
nothing on this planet.
That data appears
to be inaccurate.
Wrecker, you and Omega
wait on the ship.
Wait, why can't...
Coming here was up for
debate. This isn't.
What is it?
A shuttle landed here.
What exactly is
in that mountain?
Only one way to find out.
This looks like some
sort of military base.
Not one that I've ever heard of.
Come on. Let's
get a closer look.
I'm clocking a couple of commandos
and squads of clone troopers.
And they've updated their armor.
Let me see.
The mountain's
natural composition
makes this base well-fortified
and nearly impenetrable.
This is no longer just
a simple extraction.
Let's get back to the Marauder
and leave word for Rex.
But what about the mission?
We do not know for certain
if CC-5576 is even in there…
Or if he is still alive.
We'd be going in blind
without any reinforcements.
You did that on Skako
Minor when you rescued me.
I'd still be trapped in
that place if you hadn't.
If there's a chance that trooper's
being held against his will,
we have to try to get him out.
It's still your turn.
- I know. I'm thinking.
-
- Wrecker, do you copy?
Yeah, we hear ya.
Did you find the reg?
Not yet.
But we did find an Imperial
base built inside this mountain.
We're going in.
Wait for us!
We'll help.
Negative. Stay on the
ship. You're our backup.
Comms will be jammed once
we're inside, so keep alert.
I'll need to tap into the central
database to pinpoint CC-5576's location.
There are entry points we can access
in the lift shaft. That's our way in.
Get ready to jump.
Anything?
This encryption's new.
This might take a while.
This doesn't make any sense.
The muster report lists 50 clone
commandos and 1,000 TK troopers.
TK trooper?
I'm not familiar with
that designation.
How much longer?
Almost got it.
Found him. Cellblock
25, four levels down.
Hey, newbie, how about you
be useful? Get me some food.
Quiet, traitor!
That's Captain Traitor.
Insubordinate plebe.
Are you CC-5576?
That depends. Who's askin'?
Rex sent us.
In that case, the name's
Gregor. Now let's move out.
They're gathered for inspection.
There's no way past 'em.
If we can't reach the lifts,
we can't get out of here.
I can redirect them.
Armor like that, I take
it you're CCs like me?
CT-99s.
If you ask me, it's the ones who want
to stay here who are really defective.
What was your assignment?
- I was an instructor...
-
What's going on, Tech?
I keyed a Code-16 to
redirect their forces.
I don't know what happened.
Clone codes don't work here. You
just triggered a security alert.
Intruders on level six!
Is there another
way off this base?
Only one way out. Up.
Look at this.
These are not clone troopers.
That's what I've been
trying to tell you.
These are our replacements.
If you can believe that.
Are you sure you know
where you're going?
Hey, I'm the one who
escaped here before.
And you were captured.
After I made it out.
I thought you said you
trained these guys?
I didn't teach them everything. That
wouldn't be very smart, would it?
We need an authorization code.
Got it.
These new troopers, what do you
mean they're our replacements?
Well, we clones are soldiers of
a Republic that doesn't exist.
These recruits come from
all over the galaxy.
They swear loyalty
to the Empire.
They're not as skilled, but
there's an endless supply of 'em.
Numbers aren't everything.
You were saying?
We'll, uh, take a detour.
How can you be so relaxed?
Oh, I'm preparing. I'm
chargin' up before I charge in.
We should've heard from them by
now. What if something went wrong?
I'm sure they got
everything under control.
Hunter!
How bad?
Ha! Don't worry about
me. This is nothing.
I got blown up
once and survived.
They have all access points to
the central ring blocked off.
There. Those pipes
are reactor conduits.
And?
Well, they should lead to the main
reactor's external exhaust port.
That is our path to the outside.
The exhaust vent's
halfway up the mountain.
We can't survive that jump.
No, but we would be
able to signal our ship.
How did you even end
up in this place?
I was sent here with
other commandos,
and quickly realized
I wanted out.
It turns out the Empire doesn't
take too kindly to desertion.
Yeah, no kidding.
Wrecker, Omega, come in.
- It's them!
-
We read you, Hunter.
We have the target, but
we ran into some trouble.
- We need a pickup.
- On our way!
They're escaping through
the reactor port!
Glad we're not going that way.
We are on approach!
We see you.
Keep it steady, kid.
I'll do my best.
Little closer!
Come on!
I can't hold it!
That is sufficient.
I'll take it from here.
Wrecker, get on the tail gun.
Shields are down.
We're losing power!
Gonky, we need you!
It's working! Systems
are back online.
We're coming back
around. Be ready!
Jump!
Hunter!
Multiple system failures!
We cannot take many more hits!
Get the ship out of here.
I'll find another way back.
Negative. The odds of escape
are not in your favor.
Go, Tech! That's an order!
No! Turn around! We
have to go back for him!
Hunter, tell them to come
back! Order them to come back!
Sorry, kid. I can't do that.
Admiral, what can I do for you?
I am disappointed,
Prime Minister.
You promised the Empire
your full cooperation.
That is what I have given.
Mmm.
A disturbing matter has been
brought to my attention.
Your Chief Scientist was gathering
medical personnel to flee Kamino.
This is most surprising.
I will ensure a
proper punishment.
While I never found your clone
troopers to be overly impressive,
I do believe you will be of
great service to the Empire.
A scientist, I have use for.
A politician, I do not.
I'm afraid your services
are no longer needed.
I figured you'd show up.
I was hoping for the whole
squad, but you'll do.
Hello, boys. Sorry to cut right
to it, but I could use your help.
What do you need, Captain?
I received a distress
signal from a clone trooper,
but I'm a bit tied up at
the moment to retrieve him.
You want us to recover a reg?
He's an old friend,
and he's in trouble.
I need you to get him out.
Out of what exactly?
Can't talk right now. Sending
you his signal. I'll be in touch.
What was that about?
The distress signal sent by
CC-5576 is originating from Daro,
a terrestrial planet in the Outer Rim with
no known settlements or installations.
What's he doing all
the way out there?
Well, does it matter?
We've gone on missions
before without much intel.
But this would be stretching it.
Rex wouldn't ask us for
help if it wasn't urgent.
Echo's got a point.
May I remind you that we are
in the middle of a job for Cid.
If we deviate, we will
not be compensated.
No money means no food.
Oh, yeah. Tech's got a point.
But Rex's friend is in trouble.
That's more important
than getting paid.
Well, the kid's got a point.
Fine. We'll check things out.
…I don't like it.
The operation is
ahead of schedule.
Good. Ensure every viable
clone is mobilized.
And the Kaminoans?
We have our orders.
Keep an eye on them…
until the time is right.
Mistress Nala Se,
isn't leaving the
facility against protocol?
Your training will
continue elsewhere.
We'll still be
soldiers, won't we?
Of course. That is
what you were made for.
You best hurry. I
will join you later.
The Empire has canceled
all of our contracts.
Our success with the clone
army is known galaxy-wide.
Surely, we will find other clients
who value our scientific advancements.
The Empire is not
like the Republic.
We have empowered them
to our own detriment.
I fear they will destroy us rather
than allow this operation to continue.
We must leave to
ensure our survival.
Gather those essential. I will
arrange for our departure.
Yes, Prime Minister.
We are approaching
Daro's atmosphere.
I'll bring us in low to avoid
any possible tracking scanners.
We're banking a lot on a
clone we don't even know.
Rex trusts him. And I trust Rex.
The signal is coming
from that direction.
The beacon should
be right ahead.
Found it.
So, where's this reg?
We're already too late.
The clone was being hunted.
He was dragged.
That way.
Hang on.
There's something here,
inside that mountain.
- I believe you are right.
-
My scans are being jammed.
You said there was
nothing on this planet.
That data appears
to be inaccurate.
Wrecker, you and Omega
wait on the ship.
Wait, why can't...
Coming here was up for
debate. This isn't.
What is it?
A shuttle landed here.
What exactly is
in that mountain?
Only one way to find out.
This looks like some
sort of military base.
Not one that I've ever heard of.
Come on. Let's
get a closer look.
I'm clocking a couple of commandos
and squads of clone troopers.
And they've updated their armor.
Let me see.
The mountain's
natural composition
makes this base well-fortified
and nearly impenetrable.
This is no longer just
a simple extraction.
Let's get back to the Marauder
and leave word for Rex.
But what about the mission?
We do not know for certain
if CC-5576 is even in there…
Or if he is still alive.
We'd be going in blind
without any reinforcements.
You did that on Skako
Minor when you rescued me.
I'd still be trapped in
that place if you hadn't.
If there's a chance that trooper's
being held against his will,
we have to try to get him out.
It's still your turn.
- I know. I'm thinking.
-
- Wrecker, do you copy?
Yeah, we hear ya.
Did you find the reg?
Not yet.
But we did find an Imperial
base built inside this mountain.
We're going in.
Wait for us!
We'll help.
Negative. Stay on the
ship. You're our backup.
Comms will be jammed once
we're inside, so keep alert.
I'll need to tap into the central
database to pinpoint CC-5576's location.
There are entry points we can access
in the lift shaft. That's our way in.
Get ready to jump.
Anything?
This encryption's new.
This might take a while.
This doesn't make any sense.
The muster report lists 50 clone
commandos and 1,000 TK troopers.
TK trooper?
I'm not familiar with
that designation.
How much longer?
Almost got it.
Found him. Cellblock
25, four levels down.
Hey, newbie, how about you
be useful? Get me some food.
Quiet, traitor!
That's Captain Traitor.
Insubordinate plebe.
Are you CC-5576?
That depends. Who's askin'?
Rex sent us.
In that case, the name's
Gregor. Now let's move out.
They're gathered for inspection.
There's no way past 'em.
If we can't reach the lifts,
we can't get out of here.
I can redirect them.
Armor like that, I take
it you're CCs like me?
CT-99s.
If you ask me, it's the ones who want
to stay here who are really defective.
What was your assignment?
- I was an instructor...
-
What's going on, Tech?
I keyed a Code-16 to
redirect their forces.
I don't know what happened.
Clone codes don't work here. You
just triggered a security alert.
Intruders on level six!
Is there another
way off this base?
Only one way out. Up.
Look at this.
These are not clone troopers.
That's what I've been
trying to tell you.
These are our replacements.
If you can believe that.
Are you sure you know
where you're going?
Hey, I'm the one who
escaped here before.
And you were captured.
After I made it out.
I thought you said you
trained these guys?
I didn't teach them everything. That
wouldn't be very smart, would it?
We need an authorization code.
Got it.
These new troopers, what do you
mean they're our replacements?
Well, we clones are soldiers of
a Republic that doesn't exist.
These recruits come from
all over the galaxy.
They swear loyalty
to the Empire.
They're not as skilled, but
there's an endless supply of 'em.
Numbers aren't everything.
You were saying?
We'll, uh, take a detour.
How can you be so relaxed?
Oh, I'm preparing. I'm
chargin' up before I charge in.
We should've heard from them by
now. What if something went wrong?
I'm sure they got
everything under control.
Hunter!
How bad?
Ha! Don't worry about
me. This is nothing.
I got blown up
once and survived.
They have all access points to
the central ring blocked off.
There. Those pipes
are reactor conduits.
And?
Well, they should lead to the main
reactor's external exhaust port.
That is our path to the outside.
The exhaust vent's
halfway up the mountain.
We can't survive that jump.
No, but we would be
able to signal our ship.
How did you even end
up in this place?
I was sent here with
other commandos,
and quickly realized
I wanted out.
It turns out the Empire doesn't
take too kindly to desertion.
Yeah, no kidding.
Wrecker, Omega, come in.
- It's them!
-
We read you, Hunter.
We have the target, but
we ran into some trouble.
- We need a pickup.
- On our way!
They're escaping through
the reactor port!
Glad we're not going that way.
We are on approach!
We see you.
Keep it steady, kid.
I'll do my best.
Little closer!
Come on!
I can't hold it!
That is sufficient.
I'll take it from here.
Wrecker, get on the tail gun.
Shields are down.
We're losing power!
Gonky, we need you!
It's working! Systems
are back online.
We're coming back
around. Be ready!
Jump!
Hunter!
Multiple system failures!
We cannot take many more hits!
Get the ship out of here.
I'll find another way back.
Negative. The odds of escape
are not in your favor.
Go, Tech! That's an order!
No! Turn around! We
have to go back for him!
Hunter, tell them to come
back! Order them to come back!
Sorry, kid. I can't do that.
Admiral, what can I do for you?
I am disappointed,
Prime Minister.
You promised the Empire
your full cooperation.
That is what I have given.
Mmm.
A disturbing matter has been
brought to my attention.
Your Chief Scientist was gathering
medical personnel to flee Kamino.
This is most surprising.
I will ensure a
proper punishment.
While I never found your clone
troopers to be overly impressive,
I do believe you will be of
great service to the Empire.
A scientist, I have use for.
A politician, I do not.
I'm afraid your services
are no longer needed.
I figured you'd show up.
I was hoping for the whole
squad, but you'll do.