Ep 3. Dark Clouds

In Cleverman season 2 episode 3, titled "Dark Clouds," tensions between the Hairies and humans continue to escalate. Koen faces difficult decisions as he navigates his new role as the Cleverman. Meanwhile, Slade's mission to capture the rogue Hairies takes a dangerous turn.

As tensions rise within the Hairies' community, Koen struggles to keep the peace. His sister, Waruu, pushes him to take a more aggressive stance against the humans, while his lover, Nerida, urges him to find a peaceful solution. Koen is torn between his loyalty to his people and his desire for a peaceful coexistence with the humans.

The threat of the Containment Authority, who are hellbent on capturing and experimenting on Hairies, looms over everyone. Slade, a member of the CA, continues his search for the rogue Hairies wreaking havoc on the city. But when he discovers that his own daughter has been secretly harboring Hairies, he must confront his loyalty to the CA and his love for his family.

Meanwhile, a mysterious figure known only as "The Dark Cloud" begins to make their presence known. This ominous new player seems to have their sights set on the Hairies, and Koen must find out who they are and what they want before it's too late.

In addition to the political and social tension, the episode also explores the personal relationships between the characters. Waruu's jealousy over Koen and Nerida's relationship begins to consume him, causing rifts in their already fragile family dynamic. Meanwhile, Djukara struggles to reconcile with his estranged son, Maliyan, who has allied himself with a dangerous group of humans.

As the season continues, the stakes only get higher and the tensions between the Hairies and humans reach a boiling point. In "Dark Clouds," the characters must grapple with issues of loyalty, family, and identity as they navigate a world on the brink of war.