With the situation onboard the Destiny dire, General O'Neill and Home World Command orders Col. Young to execute a high-risk plan concocted by the IOA scientists that, in theory, could return the crew to Earth. Col. Young tries to buy more time so that he can consult those on the ship whose lives are at stake. While using the communication stones, Camile Wray is approached by IOA representative Dale Strom (Carlo Rota) who suggests that she steer opinion on the ship in favor of the plan.
Eli and Chloe are allowed to use the communication stones to visit Earth and their loved ones for what may be the last time. Their homecoming is not what they expected and the two try to drink away their worries at a club (featuring Janelle Monae), but are unable to ignore the looming fate of the Destiny that they have left behind.
