Ep 13. Dead-Stick

Deadliest Catch is a reality television series that follows the dangerous work of commercial crab fishermen in the Bering Sea. In season 13 episode 13, titled "Dead-Stick," the captains and crews of the boats face unforeseen challenges as they continue to search for king crab in the treacherous waters.

As the episode begins, the crews of the Saga and the Cornelia Marie are facing engine trouble that forces them to stop fishing to make repairs. The Saga's hydraulic system is leaking, and the crew must work quickly to prevent it from causing further damage. Meanwhile, the Cornelia Marie's alternator has failed, leaving the boat dead in the water.

Captain Sig Hansen of the Northwestern is having a challenging season, with low crab counts and a crew that is struggling to stay focused. He tells his deck boss, Edgar, that they need to work harder to bring in more crab, but tensions are high as everyone is feeling the pressure to succeed.

The Time Bandit, captained by Andy Hillstrand, is having better luck, with a successful string of pots that brings in a haul of king crab. However, the crew soon realizes that they have too much weight on board, and they must carefully redistribute the crab to prevent the boat from capsizing.

As the boats continue to battle the elements and the unpredictable nature of the crab fishing industry, they also face personal challenges. On the Saga, deckhand Jake Anderson is struggling to balance his work life with his new responsibilities as a father. He reflects on his own troubled relationship with his father and vows to be a better parent to his own child.

Meanwhile, on the Wizard, captain Keith Colburn receives word that his estranged father has passed away. Despite their difficult relationship, Keith decides to honor his father's memory by spreading his ashes in the Bering Sea.

In the final moments of the episode, the crews of the boats face a new challenge as a massive storm front approaches. They must work quickly to secure their gear and prepare for the worst as they navigate the dangerous waters of the Bering Sea.

"Dead-Stick" is a tense and emotional episode that showcases the dangers and hardships that the crab fishermen face on a daily basis. With unexpected engine troubles, personal struggles, and a looming storm, the crews must rely on their skills and determination to survive and make a successful catch.