Ep 17. Close Encounters

In Limitless season 1 episode 17, titled 'Close Encounters', we see Brian, who has been on a case with Rebecca searching for a missing person, stumble upon a mysterious compound in the middle of nowhere. The compound is surrounded by a force field and upon further investigation, they find that the missing person they were searching for is being held captive there. Brian manages to free the captive, but in the process, the force field gets activated and Brian is trapped inside the compound.

Brian soon realizes that the compound is not just a regular one and that the people who maintain it have a secret agenda. They are working on a project where humans and extra-terrestrial beings are being fused together to create a new species. The project has been successful to some extent, but the results are not stable, and many of the test subjects die as a result of the experiment.

As Brian tries to find a way to escape, he comes across one of the test subjects who is still alive. She is a product of the experiment and has some unique abilities, such as telekinesis and enhanced senses. The test subject helps Brian learn more about the project and how to escape the compound.

Meanwhile, Rebecca is trying to figure out how to get Brian out. She is aided by two members of Brian's inner circle who also happen to be FBI agents. They manage to locate the compound and Rebecca comes up with a plan to rescue Brian.

As the plan goes into action, Brian is caught by the compound's security team, and they prepare to experiment on him as well. But with the help of the test subject and his newfound abilities, Brian manages to escape and reunites with Rebecca and their team.

The episode ends with Brian and Rebecca discussing the implications of the project and how it could change the world if the technology was made public. They both agree that it's best to keep it a secret for now.

Overall, 'Close Encounters' is a thrilling episode filled with action, suspense, and some sci-fi elements. The episode explores the dangers of unethical scientific experimentation and the consequences it can have on society. It also showcases Brian's expanding abilities and how he can use them to his advantage in the field. It's a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who enjoys a good sci-fi story.