Ep 13. The Road Not Taken

After nine seasons of Stargate SG1, fans were treated to a final season that wrapped up many of the show's long-standing storylines. One of the standout episodes of season 10 was "The Road Not Taken," which explored one of the series' central themes: the consequences of our decisions.

The episode begins with SG1 returning from a mission to find that Earth has been attacked by the Ori, a group of ascended beings who believe in a religion that seeks to convert all non-believers. SG1 learns that the Ori have already conquered several other planets in the galaxy, and Earth is next on their list.

In order to save Earth, SG1 must work with an old enemy: the Goa'uld. The Goa'uld are parasitic beings who once ruled the galaxy as gods, but were defeated by the Tau'ri (humans from Earth) and their allies. However, the Goa'uld still have valuable knowledge of the galaxy and its inhabitants.

SG1 soon discovers that the Goa'uld have a device that can transport people to alternative realities. In one of these realities, the Goa'uld were never defeated and continue to rule the galaxy. SG1 decides to use the device to travel to this reality and seek the help of the Goa'uld.

Once in the alternative reality, SG1 meets up with the Goa'uld and discovers that they are indeed more powerful than they were in their own reality. However, the team also discovers that this reality is not as perfect as it seems. The people are oppressed, and the Goa'uld use humans as slaves.

As SG1 works to convince the Goa'uld to help them defeat the Ori, they also begin to question the decisions they have made in their own reality. What if they had made different choices? What if they had allied with the Goa'uld instead of fighting them? Would Earth be better off?

"The Road Not Taken" is one of the most thought-provoking episodes of Stargate SG1, as it raises important questions about the consequences of our decisions and what might have been. It also examines the idea of working with former enemies for a greater good, a theme that is central to the show's overall message.

Overall, "The Road Not Taken" is a powerful episode that serves as a fitting conclusion to Stargate SG1's 10-year run. It delivers on the show's promise of adventure, action, and exploration of the unknown, while also tackling important themes and ideas. Fans will be sure to appreciate this final installment in the Stargate SG1 saga.