Ep 5. Fear Never Fixed Anything

The episode starts with all eight sense8 characters feeling a sense of unease. Each character is dealing with their own set of problems, but the one common thread among all of them is fear. They all have something to fear and are trying their best to overcome it.

Lito is dealing with the fear of being outed. He gets a call from his agent who informs him that the paparazzi have gotten wind of his relationship with Hernando. Lito is scared that this will ruin his career and his life, but he knows he can't hide forever. He decides to confront the situation head-on and do a press conference with Hernando by his side.

Will is still reeling from the events of the last episode where he was forced to kill a man. He is terrified of what he's capable of and doesn't know how to deal with his newfound powers. He turns to his friends for support and they all try to help him come to terms with his abilities.

Nomi is struggling with her fear of losing Amanita. She confides in Amanita that she feels like she's not good enough for her and that she's scared Amanita will leave her. Amanita reassures her that she's not going anywhere and that they belong together.

Wolfgang is dealing with the fear of his past catching up with him. He meets with an old acquaintance who informs him that a man he wronged is looking for him. Wolfgang knows he needs to confront this man and make things right, but he's scared of what the consequences might be.

Kala is struggling with the fear of disappointing her family. She's been keeping her relationship with Wolfgang a secret and knows that if she tells them, they will never approve. She confides in Sun and Sun helps her see that she needs to live her own life and make her own choices.

Sun is dealing with the fear of being imprisoned for a crime she didn't commit. She's been working on proving her innocence, but things aren't going well. She confides in the other sense8s and they all vow to help her however they can.

Capheus is still dealing with the fear of the violence in his city. He's been trying to make a difference, but it seems like things are only getting worse. He confides in Riley and she helps him see that he's making a difference, even if it's just a small one.

Riley is dealing with the fear of losing her baby. She's been having nightmares about it and can't shake the feeling that something bad is going to happen. She confides in Will and he helps her see that she needs to stay positive and not let fear control her.

Throughout the episode, all eight sense8s work together to overcome their fears. They support each other and help each other see that they are stronger together than they are alone. By the end of the episode, they all come to the realization that fear never fixed anything and that sometimes, you just have to face your fears head-on.