Shifting Sands | [s5e5]

Abby and Kane remain in the valley. Abby discovers that the prisoners are suffering from a mysterious ailment—clusters of tumors likely caused by mining radiation—and is tasked with finding a cure. Key Character Dynamics

Indra provides a rare moment of emotional depth, challenging Octavia’s belief that "love is weakness" by admitting her own love for the young queen.

This guide covers , the fifth episode of the fifth season of The 100 . In this episode, tensions boil over as Wonkru attempts to cross the desert to Reach Eden, while Raven and Murphy navigate a dangerous situation aboard the Eligius IV mothership. Plot Summary [S5E5] Shifting Sands

Madi’s status as a natural Nightblood becomes a central point of tension, as Clarke desperately tries to keep her hidden from Octavia to prevent her from being seen as a threat to the throne. Essential Trivia & Production Original Air Date: May 22, 2018.

On the mothership, McCreary tortures Raven for the flight codes she locked. Meanwhile, Murphy is brought in to motivate her. Miles Shaw (Lt. Shaw) reveals he is not as loyal to Diyoza as he seems, eventually helping Raven and Murphy by faking an escape to protect them from further harm. Abby and Kane remain in the valley

Octavia leads Wonkru toward Shallow Valley, ignoring Clarke’s warnings about the "Shifting Sands." The group is soon attacked by glass-storms and parasitic desert worms that burrow into the skin, leading to a gruesome medical crisis that forces Octavia to briefly rely on Clarke’s expertise.

McCreary is seen playing a "Dead Man's Hand" (Aces and 8s), hinting at the lethal nature of the upcoming conflict between the prisoners and Wonkru. This guide covers , the fifth episode of

Octavia's transformation into "Blodreina" is in full swing. She refuses to yield leadership to Clarke, viewing any hesitation or concern for life as a weakness.