Ep 3. Runner

In Stargate Atlantis season 2 episode 3, titled "Runner," the Atlantis team receives a distress signal from a fellow Athosian, named Ronon Dex. The team discovers that Ronon has become a runner, constantly on the move to evade the Wraith who have been hunting him for the past seven years.

The Atlantis team brings Ronon back to the city, but tensions rise when Ronon's stubbornness and independence put himself and other team members in danger. With the help of Dr. Beckett, the team attempts to remove a tracking device which the Wraith implanted in Ronon and help him integrate into Atlantis' society.

Meanwhile, Ronon's past is revealed through a series of flashbacks. The audience learns about his home planet, his people, and how the Wraith destroyed everything he held dear. The flashbacks also show Ronon's fierce determination and survival skills, explaining how he managed to survive on the run for so long.

As the team tries to help Ronon, they also must deal with a new threat; a Wraith cruiser is heading straight towards Atlantis. Ronon, feeling indebted to the team, decides to re-join the fight against the Wraith and help Atlantis defend itself.

While dealing with the Wraith threat, Ronon's character is further explored as he struggles with trust, loyalty, and his inner demons. Team members Sheppard, McKay, and Teyla also struggle with their own personal demons, making for an even more complex storyline.

The episode ends with a thrilling and action-packed battle between Atlantis and the Wraith cruiser, ultimately leaving the audience wondering what will happen to Ronon in the future.

Overall, "Runner" is a well-crafted episode with an intense and emotional storyline, introducing a new and dynamic character in Ronon Dex. The episode is successful in exploring each character's personal struggles while also advancing the overall plot of the show.