Ep 6. Black Ulysses

Black Ulysses, the sixth episode of The Young Riders season 1, continues to follow the adventures of Pony Express riders as they brave the treacherous terrain and dangerous situations in the Wild West of the 1860s.

In this episode, the focus is on the character of Ike McSwain, a mute rider who communicates through sign language. Ike is given the task of escorting a former slave named Josiah, who was once owned by a wealthy Confederate officer also known as Black Ulysses. Josiah is on a mission to reunite with his family, who are also former slaves, and are being held by Black Ulysses.

As Ike and Josiah journey through the wilderness, they face numerous challenges, including attacks from a group of rogue soldiers led by Black Ulysses himself. Ike's bravery and resourcefulness are put to the test as he tries to protect Josiah from the dangers of the road, while also trying to outsmart their pursuers and complete their mission.

Meanwhile, the other members of the Pony Express team also have their own issues to deal with. Teaspoon, the grizzled veteran rider and team leader, struggles with his own past as a slave owner, while trying to keep the young and impulsive riders in check. Lou, the only female rider, finds her own loyalties tested as she tries to balance her affection for fellow rider Kid with her sense of duty to the team.

Through it all, the riders must rely on their own courage and ingenuity to save Josiah and complete their mission. Black Ulysses is a tense and action-packed episode that explores issues of race, slavery, and loyalty in a historically accurate and engaging manner. Fans of westerns and adventure stories will not be disappointed by this exciting installment of The Young Riders.