JD
James Keziah Delaney
An adventurer believed dead, newly returned to London after twelve years in Africa.
COMPLETE SEASON 1 GUIDE · EPISODE 6 OF 8
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Episode 6
The setup
Chichester follows the paper trail behind the Influence while Brace finally discusses James’s mother. The gunpowder operation is exposed, forcing James to move quickly before Company soldiers arrive.
OPTIONAL REFERENCECharacters, places and useful termsContains story details. Open after watching.
QUICK REMINDER
7 peopleThe only names you need
ZG
Zilpha Geary
James’s married half-sister, with whom he shares a forbidden and troubled bond.
B
Brace
Horace Delaney’s loyal servant, who remains in the Delaney house.
SS
Sir Stuart Strange
The ruthless chairman of the East India Company.
GC
George Chichester
A Sons of Africa lawyer investigating a deadly slave-ship sinking.
LD
Lorna Delaney
An actress who says she secretly married James’s father, Horace.
W
Winter
Helga’s young daughter, who has formed a strange trust with James.
WHILE WATCHING
Recap as you go
Scene stops placed after clear changes in the story. Open only the last scene you have reached.
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AFTER WATCHING
Key story points
Hidden until you finish the episode.
Content note: Graphic violence, blood, strong language, sexual content, racism, slavery, drug use and disturbing themes.