Ep 7. Down the Mississippi

As the name suggests, Z Nation's season 2 episode 7 takes the survivors down the mighty Mississippi River. The team splits up into two groups, with Warren and Murphy leading one, and Doc and 10k leading the other. Their main aim is to reach Newmerica, a safe haven that is said to be located somewhere along the Mississippi.

The journey from North Dakota to the present location wasn't easy, and things get even tougher on the river. The episode starts with Warren's group trying to navigate their boat through a massive swarm of zombies that are swimming towards them. The situation looks hopeless, with Warren suggesting that they abandon the boat and swim ashore. However, Murphy, being immune to zombie bites, comes up with another plan; he ties himself to a rope and jumps into the water to act as a zombie bait. The plan works, and the swarm follows him, allowing the boat to move past them.

Meanwhile, Doc and 10k's group has a different but equally challenging situation as they come across a group of bandits who have set up a toll booth on the river. The bandits demand a toll for passage, but Doc and 10k know that they have nothing to offer. They try to negotiate but end up being held at gunpoint by the bandits. In a surprising turn of events, a mysterious woman appears and offers to pay the toll in exchange for passage. The woman, named Vasquez, is a former member of the Mexican military and says that she too is trying to reach Newmerica. Doc and 10k agree to team up with her, realizing that Vasquez could help them take down the bandits if things go south.

As the two groups continue down the river, they encounter various obstacles, including zombie-infested towns, a massive tornado, and even a group of survivalists who have taken over an army boat. The tornado scene, in particular, is visually stunning, with the survivors struggling to pilot their boat through a fierce windstorm while being pelted by flying debris. The scene serves as a reminder that, even in the zombie apocalypse, the survivors still have to deal with Mother Nature's wrath.

As the group inches closer to Newmerica, things take a gruesome turn. They discover that the town has been overrun by a new type of zombie, which is far more intelligent than the previous variety. These zombies can use tools, camouflage themselves, and even plan ambushes. The survivors soon realize that they are in way over their heads and that they need to come up with a plan if they have any chance of making it out alive.

'Z Nation' has always been known for its over-the-top action and humor, but episode 7 of season 2 takes a more serious tone. There are fewer jokes and less of a sense of invincibility among the survivors. The episode serves as a reminder that, even though they have come a long way, the survivors are still vulnerable and at the mercy of the zombie apocalypse.

In conclusion, 'Down the Mississippi' is an action-packed episode that takes the survivors into unknown territory. It highlights their struggles and the harsh realities of what they must face to survive. It's a solid addition to the series and sets up an exciting path towards the season finale.