Ep 16. Gun-Shy

In Maverick season 2 episode 16 titled "Gun-Shy," Bret Maverick, the charming gambler, and his friend Bart become entangled in a high-stakes game of poker at the local saloon. However, things take a dark turn when a notorious gunslinger named Hands Hunter walks into the saloon and threatens to kill everyone in it.

This episode is a classic Western tale of bluff and bravado, as Maverick and Hunter face off against each other in a tense stand-off. Maverick's quick wit and cunning are put to the test as he tries to figure out a way to outsmart Hunter and get out of the saloon alive. Meanwhile, Bart tries to keep a cool head and support Maverick as best he can, while also being mindful of his own safety.

As the game of poker continues, more and more people become involved in the showdown between Maverick and Hunter. Some are trying to help Maverick, while others are looking to take advantage of the chaos to make their own fortune. The tension in the saloon grows ever higher as the two men circle each other, eyeing each other warily and waiting for the slightest misstep.

With each passing moment, Maverick's situation becomes more and more dire. He is forced to think quickly and use all of his cunning to outsmart Hunter and keep himself and his friends alive. There are moments of humor and lightheartedness, but also moments of intense drama and danger as the stakes of the game continue to escalate.

Ultimately, the fate of Maverick and his friends rests on the outcome of their high-stakes game against Hunter. Will Maverick be able to bluff his way out of danger, or will Hunter prove to be too formidable for him to overcome? The answer lies in the thrilling climax of "Gun-Shy," a classic episode of a Western series that has endured for decades.