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Episode 5.01

UK: March 15, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Julian McSwiney

In the aftermath of their victory over the Technos, the Mall Rats let their guard down and two of the captured Technos, Wizard and Stats, escape. Mouse pulls Sammy out of Paradise to tell him the Technos have been defeated but he's not interested. Mega meets with Java who has been confined to her room under guard and announces the success of their plan. Salene, Patch, Dee, and Tai-San are all missing and Lex wants to start searching for them but Amber says it is too early to worry and wants to focus on what to do with the Technos. Elsewhere, Salene is captured by Wizard and Stats who intend to trade her for Ram. The pair approach May at the casino and tell her about the deal they want to make and blindfold her to take her to where they're holding Salene. Lex goes to see Java and demands to know where Tai-San is. Java offers to tell him what she knows if he uses his influence with the Mall Rats to free her. When he refuses, she vows to bring him down by telling the other Mall Rats all about his schemes. Mega works to restore power when it goes out but he can't get past Ram's computer security. Trudy finds a distressed Ebony who tells her Zoot has returned but Ebony is the only one who can see him in the room. May returns to the mall with news that the escaped Technos are holding Salene and will kill her if Ram isn't returned. Mega goes back to the scrap yard to collect Ram but finds only his empty wheelchair — a stranger has already rescued him and taken him to the town of Liberty.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Nick Miller as Pride, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Danny James as Zoot, Jason Gascoigne as Wizard, Frank Brown as Stats, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.02

UK: March 15, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Julian McSwiney

Trudy sees Zoot in a dream, while out on the street, the sighting of the real Zoot is questioned. Despite Ruby's policy against Paradise users, Slade talks her into renting him and Ram a room. Jay asks Ebony for a clarification of her cryptic comments after the lights went off but she provides no answer. Java is unhappy about being confined to her room, but Mega reminds her of the prize awaiting them at the end. Amber reads the tribe a good-bye letter from Dee and Patch before discussing what to do about Salene and Ram. Jay arrives with Mega who explains Ram set the city's power to shut off if a password is not entered at regular intervals. Now the Mall Rats need Ram for both the password and to trade for Salene but Mega then reveals that Ram has gone missing. Lex is out looking for Tai-San when he is accosted by a gang upset with the Reality Space helmets he sold them which no longer work without power. Pride grills May about where Salene is being held before going out on his own to find her. Mouse calls on May to help Sammy who's struggling without Paradise. She tries to interest him in the wonders that can be found in real life but snaps at him when he's not receptive. Trudy tells Amber about Ebony seeing Zoot but Amber assures her that Ebony is either losing it or lying — Zoot isn't coming back. Mega and Java are responsible for the reappearance of Zoot's car and are keen to restore the city's power if they are to going to have to fight off Ram. Slade runs into trouble in the Liberty saloon but handles himself well. Amber tells Jay about Ebony seeing Zoot. Ebony confronts the pair but breaks down and asks Jay not to leave her. Mega works to crack Ram's password and gets Amber's permission to release more of the Technos from custody to secure the hotel from the rioters. Lex confronts Mega confident he knows where Tai-San is. Mega empathises with Lex and shows him a photo of the girl he lost but when Lex leaves, Mega deletes Tai-San's records from his computer.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Nick Miller as Pride, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Danny James as Zoot, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady

Episode 5.03

UK: March 22, 2003
Screenplay by Marie MacNeill
Directed by Julian McSwiney

Ram is conscious in a room above the Liberty saloon but believes he is inside a virtual world. Amber goes to see Jay at the hotel in search of information on Bray. Mega reluctantly gives Jay access to their computer records which reveal to a heartbroken Amber that Bray has been deleted. Siva gets upset by Lex's dream about Tai-San and challenges him to get a divorce to prove how much he cares for her. When Lex goes out to continue his search for Tai-San, Siva tells him she won't guarantee she'll be there when he comes back. Trudy and Mouse try to cheer up Sammy who's still struggling to cope without Paradise. Slade packs up and leaves Liberty but has second thoughts about abandoning Ram and turns back. Word of Zoot's return is spreading through the city, much to Java and Mega's delight who are behind the fraud. Lex gets into a fight with two kids on the street who want an explanation for Zoot's return. Jay goes to Amber to ask for her help to sort out the city but she has no interest in helping him after learning about Bray. May confronts Mega and inquires about Pride's disappearance before accusing him of orchestrating Salene's kidnapping to get his hands on Ram. Ram activates his secret locator beacon hoping it will lead Wizard and Stats to him but Slade finds it and destroys it. Trudy advises Jay not to to let his guilt about his role in the deletions get the better of him. Amber informs Trudy of Bray's death. Trudy wakes to a vision of Zoot.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Nick Miller as Pride, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Jason Gascoigne as Wizard, Frank Brown as Stats, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Danny James as Zoot (uncredited)

Episode 5.04

UK: March 22, 2003
Screenplay by Charles Hodges
Directed by Julian McSwiney

Jack makes his return to the city while searching for Ellie. Chased by a mob of Zoot fanatics, he hides in a garbage bin where he encounters a chatty girl named Gel. Siva helps Lex scour the Technos' records for information on Tai-San but can't find anything. Siva suggests Lex face the fact that she is gone prompting Lex to question the legitimacy of her help. Mouse and the ever-moody Sammy get into another fight. On the way to the mall with Jack, Gel is captured by a trio of street thugs after being lured by a makeup kit. Salene tells Wizard his efforts are futile. Tired of waiting to be rescued, Ram decides to escape on his own and manages to drag himself out to Slade's bike before he is caught. Jay and Mega announce to the Mall Rats that power can be restored but Amber suggests holding off until the Paradise headsets can be collected. Lex is not pleased but is outvoted. Still haunted by Zoot, Ebony asks Jay to take her away from the city. Lex is upset at Siva for not supporting him against the others but goes too far in his criticism of her. Jack gets caught rescuing Gel but manages to set her kidnappers against one other allowing them to escape. Jay opens up to Trudy and tells her about finding Ved's name in the list of the deleted. Mega and Java discuss recruiting Siva. Java says she's not ready yet and Mega wants to give her another dose of Paradise to keep her unstable. Java feeds Ebony's jealousy over Jay and Amber and Ebony confides in her sister that she's seen Zoot — and will spread his message to the world.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Nick Miller as Pride, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Jason Gascoigne as Wizard, Danny James as Zoot

Episode 5.05

UK: March 29, 2003
Screenplay by Joe Boyle
Directed by Julian McSwiney

Sammy is the latest Mall Rat to dream of Zoot. Ram is suffering in the filthy confines of the saloon but gets no sympathy from Slade. Stats tells Wizard that Ram was left at a garbage dump and has since disappeared. Believing Ram likely dead, they now recognise Salene is a liability. Mega is concerned what will happen if Ram is able to find help and comes after them prompting Java to remind him Ram won't be coming after "them". A paranoid Ebony accuses Jay of sleeping with Amber. Lex's continued search for Tai-San doesn't sit will with Siva who suggests Tai-San may not want to be found. Mouse asks Trudy if Zoot has taken their friends and tells her Sammy said Zoot is coming to take his revenge on the Mall Rats. Jay tries to recruit Lex into headset collection duty to take his mind off Tai-San but Lex isn't interested in solving a problem created by the Technos. Trudy commiserates with Amber over their shared loss and reveals that Jay has learned that his brother was also among the deleted. Ram tries to mend fences with Slade and tells him his name is Gabe. Lex's search for Tai-San takes him to Mega who tells Lex that Ram planned to take her with him into cyberspace and that if he can locate Ram he will likely find Tai-San. Jack and Gel arrive at Liberty but must seek refuge from the town's violent streets in a barn. Salene's attempt to escape is short-lived. Amber and Trudy hold a private ceremony to remember Bray. Java lies to Ebony and pretends she can see Zoot too.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Jason Gascoigne as Wizard, Frank Brown as Stats, Danny James as Zoot, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.06

UK: March 29, 2003
Screenplay by Tony Osborn
Directed by Julian McSwiney

Slade brings Ram a wheelchair but it is not up to Ram's exacting standards and he refuses to use it. After narrowly avoiding detection when the barn is searched, Jack leaves Gel to find food. Amber reports that the tribal leaders are demanding the power be turned back on. Ebony tells Siva the Mall Rats' days are numbered — the chaos is coming again and this time she and her sisters will rule. Siva breaks into Lex's "love nest" and finds it full of Paradise headsets. Jay and Ebony break up. Lex's search for Ram leads him to a tribe of jokers who will only answer his questions if he can answer a series of riddles. Amber wants to tell the tribe leaders the power will be restored when the headsets are returned but Jay wants to play for time. Mouse is pleased by May's return but is upset when May tells her Salene might be gone for good. Ridiculed for not being able to solve a puzzle, Lex threatens to burn down the tribe's supply tent if they don't give him answers. Amber addresses the tribe leaders. She asks for a few days to collect the Paradise gear but is forced to capitulate to their angry demands. Afterwards, Amber accuses Ebony of telling the city leaders they are stalling and blames her for the Zoot campaign but Ebony assures her Zoot has really come back. Amber admits to Jay she is scarred by the growing Zoot madness in the city and is concerned all of their progress has been for naught. They kiss but Amber regrets it immediately and tells him she can never be with him because the "Bray issue" will always be there. Jack is caught stealing a horse and his captors find Gel in the barn. Ram gets into the wheelchair and is ready to seek his revenge.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Todd Emerson as Riddler, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Maria Penny as Jet (uncredited)

Episode 5.07

UK: April 05, 2003
Screenplay by James Wyllie, Harry Duffin
Directed by Julian McSwiney

Lex and Slade rescue Gel from her captors at the barn. Mega is worried Jay's private life is interfering in business. May confronts Mega at the mall and threatens to come after him if anything happens to Pride. Salene has words with one of her captors, Wizard, who informs her Ram has gone missing which is bad news for her. Java assures Ebony she saw Zoot and he wants them to work together. Jay is disappointed with how things have turned out since Ram's defeat and tells Trudy that Amber has rejected him because of his role in Bray's death. After returning to Ruby's Saloon, Gel tells Lex and Slade about Jack's plan to steal a horse and the trio are able to locate and rescue him as well. Ram makes a list of those he wants to take revenge on and top of his list are Mega and Jay. Mega restores power to the city. Lex tells Slade he is hunting Ram but despite Slade recognising Lex's description, Slade doesn't reveal Ram's whereabouts. Trudy makes Jay dinner to cheer him up and the two begin to grow closer. Slade tells Ram he's a wanted man. Ram tries to play dumb but offers to make it worth Slade's while to keep quiet. May locates Salene's kidnappers after seeing Stats at the casino. She explains to them the Mall Rats will never turn over Ram and tells them they can't release Salene — she's ruthless and will have them hunted down like dogs — their only option is to kill her. Pride overhears and comes rushing in. He manages to fight off Stats but is zapped by Wizard. Pride's dying words are to May asking her to promise to tell Salene he loves her. Ebony frees Java from the hotel and the three sisters are reunited.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Nick Miller as Pride, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Jason Gascoigne as Wizard, Frank Brown as Stats

Episode 5.08

UK: April 05, 2003
Screenplay by Harry Duffin
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr

Stats stops working with Wizard after his deletion of Pride. Ebony leads her sisters to their new headquarters at their old high school — the place where she first saw Zoot. Salene wires up her cell door to an electrical line and is able to escape when Wizard is incapacitated. A chipper Trudy is making breakfast when Jack returns with Lex and Gel. Salene's return adds to the celebratory mood but word of Ebony and her sisters teaming up is cause for concern. The Mall Rats believe Ebony is behind Zoot's return and Mega asks Amber to address the city on CityNet to expose the con. Ebony tells her sisters Zoot has asked her to marry him. Siva is wary but Java encourages her to go along explaining Zoot is the most powerful force the city has known and Ebony's marriage will ensure her a place of power. Trudy inquires about Amber's feeling for Jay but Amber insists they can't be together. Lex tells Jay he thinks Slade is hiding something but Jay is not interested in helping given everything else they have to do in the city. The Mall Rats are awaiting Amber's addresses to the city when a sullen May enters the mall to announce Pride's death but she doesn't pass on Pride last words to Salene. Java officiates over Ebony's wedding to Zoot. Amber's broadcast to the city is interrupted by a message from Zoot announcing his return.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Nick Miller as Pride, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Jason Gascoigne as Wizard, Frank Brown as Stats, Beth Chote as Urchin, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double / Darryl

Episode 5.09

UK: April 12, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr

The Mall Rats lay Pride to rest in a forrest meadow while Ebony and her sisters spread chaos throughout the city. Ram is underwhelmed by the box of computer parts Slade brings him and sends him out for more RAM. Amber blames herself for Pride's death for not supporting his efforts to get Salene back. Mega holds Stats captive and explains his approach to empire building. Salene thanks May for her efforts to free her. The Mall Rats watch Ebony cruising through the city and Salene faints. Gel tries to cheer up the kids but Mouse isn't ready for a fashion parade. Ebony sets up a prison camp at the zoo. Siva is concerned for Ebony but Java is thrilled with how things are progressing and is amused that Ebony is finally with a guy who can't dump her. Lex recruits Jay and Jack to join him on a reconnaissance mission to locate the sisters' new base. Mega tells May he knows she wanted Wizard to kill Salene. In an effort to reach out to May, Salene shares with her that Pride asked her to marry him before the attack on the Technos but May coldly responds by telling her that marriage wasn't in Pride's nature. Lex, Jay and Jack's search takes them to the zoo where they are chased off by Ebony's followers. Salene tells Amber she has decided to return Pride's amulet to the Eco tribe and asks her to go with her. Mega shows May a video of Stats recounting May's instructions to delete Salene.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double/Darryl, Frank Brown as Stats, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.10

UK: April 12, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr

May agrees to keep Mega informed on the Mall Rats activities. Trudy and Salene depart the mall to return Pride's amulet to the Ecos. Ram sends Slade out in search of more specialised computer equipment. Gel asks Trudy about her relationship with Zoot and suggests she should "go" for Jay but wants Lex for herself. Jack concludes that the Zoot appearances are being accomplished with holograms. May reports back to Mega that Jack is on to them but with no proof, Mega is unconcerned and decides to take care of Jack himself. Ebony recruits a new head jailer for the zoo and has decided that all her senior ranks will be filled by girls — she will not have any untrustworthy guys in positions of power. Sammy plays a prank on Trudy by dressing up like Zoot. Trudy tells Jay about Brady being Zoot's daughter and about her time with the Chosen. Eavesdropping, May hears Jay tell Trudy that Jack has found out where the Zoot hologram is being projected from. After researching Jack, Mega identifies him as a potential threat. Ruby drops in on Ram to collect the rent but he dismisses her by telling her money is Slade's department. Slade is captured by Ebony and her goons and locked up at the zoo. Ebony is amused by his wit and wants him as a slave back at the school but Slade is able to fight off his guards and escape. On the hunt for the hologram projectors, Jack, Lex and Jay are separated when they are attacked and Jack comes face-to-face with Zoot.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double/Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady

Episode 5.11

UK: April 19, 2003
Screenplay by Tony Osborn
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr

Jay and Lex escape from their pursuers and return to the building where they find Jack who is shaken after his altercation with Zoot. Ebony plays games with two of her captives before releasing them. Amber and Salene rejoin the Ecos and bring news of Pride's death. At the mall, Sammy frightens the others with a scary story about Zoot's spirit returning to take revenge. Hawk accepts Pride's talisman from Salene who asks him to hold a special Eco ceremony to set Pride's spirit free. Ruby brings Ram some books and cautions him about letting his anger and revenge control him. After hearing Sammy's story, Mouse barricades herself in her room before joining Sammy on a ghost hunt. Trudy shares with Jay her fear of losing Brady again. Lex is eager to deal with the "three witches" and Jay informs him he has sent two scouts to find the girls. Ruby asks Slade why he's taken an interest in Gabe. Mouse and Sammy encounter Zoot and Sammy is able to take a photo of him but drops his camera while fleeing. Hawk tells Amber he has come to think of her as the Storm Crow, bringing trouble every time she returns. Hawk asks her to stay with the Ecos but she tells him she belongs in the city, keeping the dream alive. Hawk suggests it is Jay she is interested in, not "the dream" and tells her she won't be welcome back if she leaves them again. Her decision made, Amber gives him her amulet. Slade brings Ram a pair of crutches so he can try to walk. Mega is pleased to learn Jack believes he saw Zoot and reassures an unhappy May that she only has to stay with the Mall Rats a little while longer. Ebony captures Jay's spies and sends them to the zoo where she threatens to feed them to the lions if they don't tell her who sent them. Trudy has nightmare of Zoot taking Brady. Jay comes to comfort her and they kiss.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double/Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Sam Kelly as Hawk, Leo Brettkelly-Chalmers as Kip

Episode 5.12

UK: April 19, 2003
Screenplay by Tony Osborn
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr

Trudy and Jay decide to keep their relationship a secret. The Mall Rats are left a note threatening death to Zoot's killer but Lex isn't worried. Amber offers Salene encouragement when she doubts her ability to cope on her own after losing Pride. Jack is excited to learn Sammy photographed Zoot and the pair go out to retrieve his camera. Java meets with Mega and asks him to get the Mall Rats off her and her sisters' backs. Mega tells her to frighten the scouts she captured and send them back to the mall. Jack examines Sammy's photo of Zoot and finds a revealing tattoo. Amber admits to Salene that she wants to be with Jay and Salene encourages her to tell Jay. Java arranges for Zoot to appear at the zoo and scare the spies. Jack discovers the truth about Zoot — he is both a hologram and a double. He takes his evidence to Mega who suggests Ram is behind it but wants more evidence — namely Ram. When Jack leaves, Mega call in Darryl, the Zoot double, and tells him to get rid of his tattoo. Ruby and Slade get to know one another over a a bottle of wine but are interrupted by Ram falling off his crutches. Jay's spies return to the mall with news that Ebony wants a meeting.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double/Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Leo Brettkelly-Chalmers as Kip

Episode 5.13

UK: April 26, 2003
Screenplay by Charles Hodges
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr

Slade tells Ruby to consider their night together a one-off and tells him she's okay with that. The Mall Rats prepare for their meeting with Ebony but May reports everything back to Mega. Slade apologises to Ruby if he offended her and the pair are surprised when Gabe makes his way down into the bar. Jay and Ebony's groups face off in the street. Java dismisses Jack's photo of Zoot as a fake but her supporters back down as the Mall Rats advance on them. Java activates a hologram of Zoot causing Jay's army to scatter. Gel tries to give Mouse and Sammy makeovers but overloads the mall's power causing Jack and Trudy to panic. Jay and Lex return to the mall frustrated at having been so close to bringing down Ebony. Jack goes to Mega for help to correlate appearances of Zoot with power outages but they run into a message on the computer from Ram. Salene and Amber stop at Pride's grave on the way back to the city. Lex goes to Liberty on unfinished business but is spotted by Slade who manages to get Ram out of the saloon before Lex arrives. May is losing it but Mega talks her into continuing her spying and offers to help her overcome her emotions. After talking with Slade, Lex leaves the saloon but not before noticing Ram's crutches in the corner. Trudy is surprised by Amber's return to the mall but even more so by her news that she has changed her mind about Jay. Lex sneaks back into the saloon to confront Ram.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double / Darryl

Episode 5.14

UK: April 26, 2003
Screenplay by Charles Hodges
Directed by Costa Botes

Lex demands to know from Ram who is behind the Zoot appearances and where Tai-San is but Ram has no knowledge of either. The confrontation ends when Ruby knocks out Lex from behind. Trudy tells Jay that Amber has returned but doesn't tell him about Amber wanting to be with him. Lex regains consciousness and tells Ruby and Slade that Gabe is really Ram, the ex-leader of the Technos and the creator of Paradise. Slade refuses to turn Ram over to Lex, insisting he alone will decide what happens to Ram — and Lex. Ebony tells Siva about her latest message from Zoot but questions why Zoot is waiting to act. Living on the street, Ellie is accosted by two thugs. She is rescued by some Zoot fanatics but confounds them by not knowing who Zoot is. Trudy's jealousy emerges when she finds Amber and Jay catching up on recent events. Siva voices her concerns to Java about Ebony's mental state. Ellie is brought back to the school where Siva recognises her from her attempt on Ebony's life and Java orders she be locked up. Ebony questions Ellie about who sent her but Ellie doesn't remember who Ebony is either and Java is forced to intervene to save her life. While discussing May's odd behaviour, Salene tells Trudy she is excited about Jay and Amber being back together. Slade decides to leave Liberty with Ram but Ruby has second thoughts and allows them to stay. When Ebony questions why Zoot sent her Ellie, Siva tries to encourage her to think for herself and not rely on Zoot. Java spikes Ebony's drink and puts a Reality Space headset on her while she is sleeping so she can interact with Zoot. Amber tells Jay that she wants them to be together.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Stephen Tamarapa as Zoot Commander (uncredited)

Note: Jennyfer Jewell finally returns despite being credited from 5.01

Episode 5.15

UK: May 03, 2003
Screenplay by Dan Wicksman
Directed by Costa Botes

Java controls Ebony's Reality Space experience with Zoot who tells her he will return "when the shadow comes at noon". Ram tells Slade he wants Lex deleted but Slade won't consider it. Ellie wanders into Ebony's room and gets an earful from Java. Trudy asks Jay about the state of their relationship but he is too distracted to give her proper attention but assures her they are okay. May flirts with Jack to learn what he's doing and reports back to Mega that Jack is digging into the holograms. Amber tells Trudy she poured her heart out to Jay who didn't respond but Trudy is dismissive of her not wanting to deal with the issue. Lex wakes up to find himself chained to the bed by Ruby. When Amber apologises to Trudy for unloading her troubles on her, Trudy tries to explain about her and Jay but Amber stops her. Zoot double Darryl wants a bigger role in Mega's plans and Mega assures him his time is coming. Ruby and Lex get to know one another but she doesn't fall for his charms. Gel, Mouse and Sammy earn Trudy's wrath when they make a mess of the kitchen. Mega wants Jack taken care of before he becomes a problem and Java has the perfect candidate to get into the mall to take him out. Trudy accuses Jay of using her while Amber was away but Jay calms her down and explains she is the one he wants. Amber corners Jay to discuss their relationship but is irritated by his refusal to deal with the subject and walks out.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Danny James as Zoot, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega

Episode 5.16

UK: May 03, 2003
Screenplay by Marie MacNeill
Directed by Costa Botes

Slade goes to the city leaving Ruby to watch Ram and Lex. Amber is devastated when she walks in on Trudy and Jay in bed. Ram hobbles into Lex's room and tries to suffocate him but Ruby intervenes. Trudy, crushed for hurting her best friend, tries to explain to Amber but she doesn't want to hear it. Lex escapes from his handcuffs and goes after Ram but Ruby convinces him not to kill him, although Lex warns Ram that his time is coming. Siva voices doubts about Zoot's return to Ebony causing Ebony to remind her about what happens to doubters. Java tells Mega their plan is on course, except for Jack, but she has a plan for him. Amber accuses Trudy of waiting for her to leave to go behind her back with Jay leading to an exchange of words, and blows, that Salene must break up. May reports to Mega that the Mall Rats are starting to fight among themselves. May questions Mega about his plans but he's not willing to divulge those secrets. Salene apologises to Trudy for advising Amber to pursue Jay. Gel gives Mouse a makeover but she doesn't get the reaction she hoped for from Sammy. Java works with Ellie to help her remember her relationship with Jack. Slade gets a good sampling of the Zoot-related goings on in the city and locates Ebony and her sister' HQ. Amber challenges Jay to tell her he doesn't have feelings for her. Java informs Ebony that Ellie will be their secret weapon to destroy the Mall Rats.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Stephen Tamarapa as Zoot Commander

Episode 5.17

UK: May 10, 2003
Screenplay by Joe Boyle
Directed by Costa Botes

Ruby continues to be immune to Lex's charms and Slade returns with news of the breakdown in the city and Zoot's anticipated return. Lex reveals that Ram is married to Ebony. Jay assures Trudy he is committed to their relationship. May tells Mega that the mood in the mall is unchanged and no one is taking Jack's talk of Zoot seriously. Mega is encouraged about what it means for Zoot's return and Darryl promises a big surprise. Gel mistakenly offers to give Amber a makeover to help her with Jay. Jack realises that Zoot's return is being timed to coincide with a solar eclipse. Jay offers to leave the mall if it would make things easier for Trudy. Ram is immensely amused to discover Lex can't spell prompting Lex to challenge him to an arm wrestle. Ram wins and for a brief time manages to walk without his crutches. Java offers to reunite Ellie with Jack and the rest of her friends and delivers Ellie to the mall along with a bag supposedly containing some of her old clothes. Siva doesn't like Java's plan to get rid of the Mall Rats and appeals to Ebony to stop her. Ebony wants to detonate the bomb Ellie is carrying in her bag but Java decides to give the Mall Rats a little time to enjoy their last meal. Ellie is welcomed back by her friends but she doesn't remember anyone except Jack. Lex is still convinced Ram is working with Ebony but Ram mockingly illustrates the absurdity of the allegation. Ellie tells Jack about being dropped off by a girl in a police car raising his immediate suspicions. He grabs the bag Ellie came with and runs up to the roof as Java arms the bomb. Briefly interrupted by Mega, Ebony detonates the bomb just as Jack tosses it off the roof.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double/Darryl

Episode 5.18

UK: May 10, 2003
Screenplay by Harry Duffin
Directed by Costa Botes

Jack escapes the explosion unhurt. Mega is upset with Java for detonating the bomb which raises Ebony and Siva's curiosity about their sister's involvement with Mega. Working with the Mall Rats to stop Zoot's resurrection, Mega decides it would be best to send Amber into the city to spread their message. An angry May barges in on Mega upset that she could have been killed by the bomb but Mega is unsympathetic and sends her back to the mall to keep an eye on Jay. Lex and Ram go into the city to witness Zoot's return. Sammy's concerns about Zoot's return scares Mouse but his willingness to believe is what concerns Jack. Siva tries to convince Ebony that Zoot is dead and not coming back but Ebony insists he will return. Siva's warning to Ebony that Java is working with Mega to manipulate her also falls on deaf ears. Zoot double Darryl is sick with pre-show nerves and is worried he can't go through with it. Java tells Siva that Mega will be cut out when her plan is complete while Siva shares her concern over losing Ebony to "crazy space". Amber tries to appeal to the city's kids as the eclipse begins but no one listens and she is knocked down in the rush. Lex and Ram watch as Ebony addresses the crowd and introduces as Zoot. Afterwards, Mega zaps Darryl in front of Ebony when he insists on a curtain call.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Joseph Crawford as Zoot's Double/Darryl

Episode 5.19

UK: May 17, 2003
Screenplay by Tony Osborn
Directed by Costa Botes

Siva tries to convince Ebony that Zoot was just a kid in disguise but Java has her well under her control. Ram is spotted by the assembled crowd and is nearly pulled out of the truck he is in before Lex manages to get it started allowing them to escape back to Liberty. Amber is brought back to the mall unconscious and the Mall Rats hurry to secure their home. Mega is unconcerned about wasting Darryl and orders Java to increase Ebony's Paradise dosage to keep her under control. Java gets Ebony to believe Zoot is alive despite Siva's efforts to the contrary. Jay leaves Amber's side to go see Mega for help with mall security. Mega won't help but tells Jay about the rumour that Ram was in the city. Slade observes Darryl's body being taken out of the school and disposed of. Jack turns his attention to finding out the identity of the Zoot double and Ellie suggests they investigate like they used to. Mega isn't worried when May reports on their investigation and he promises her they won't find Darryl. Java intensifies Ebony's Paradise program and has virtual Zoot warn her that unbelievers will try to trick her. When Siva does try to convince Ebony it's all been a trick, she plays right into Java's hand and Ebony retorts that she was what Zoot warned her about. Jay devises a plan to seal off their sector of the city and cut off all supplies and services to those on the outside. Trudy discovers Amber unconscious on the floor of her room.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Joseph Crawford as Darryl

Episode 5.20

UK: May 17, 2003
Screenplay by Charles Hodges
Directed by Costa Botes

Jay won't leave Amber's bedside as she lays unconscious. A group of Ebony's followers are evicted from the sector by Mega's men but Java leads her people in an assault on the checkpoint. Mega offers no support to his desperate defenders who are quickly overrun. Brady spits up on Gel much to Sammy's amusement and an increasingly gloomy Salene bites her head off when she asks for help with the babies. After the breach of the security fence, Mega suggest to Jay they build an electrified one. Siva and Java continue to fight over Ebony but Java makes it physical and reminds Siva she is the junior partner. Jack turns down a dinner invitation from Gel. While sharing a drink to drown their sorrows, May finally decides to tell Salene Pride's dying words but when Salene gets upset for not being told sooner, May chooses to tell her Pride's last words were "I love you May". Ruby once again turns down Lex's proposition. Java and Mega discuss his plan to expand the security fence while she makes the outside a scary place — a difficult task given Ebony's downtrodden appearance of late. Mega suggests she take over from her sister and gives her that task of dealing with the problem. Amber comes around much to the pleasure of Jay and Trudy. Slade sneaks in to see Ebony at the hotel. He tells her she is being taken for a ride but has to retreat when Siva comes into the room.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Dylan Anderson as Lieutenant, Phillip Braithwaite as Zootist No. 1, Renae Wetere as Food Trader

Episode 5.21

UK: May 24, 2003
Screenplay by Marie MacNeill
Directed by Murray Keane

Ebony denies there was anyone in her room with her when Siva questions her. As chaos rages outside the mall, Salene is drinking and is unhelpful when Mouse comes to her having had a bad dream. Java tells Siva they need to convince Ebony that she only imagined Zoot being killed but Siva doesn't want to be a part of the deception prompting Java to tell her she can take her chances on the street. Ellie is forced to intervene when she finds Gel telling Jack that she dreamt about him. Jay comes to the aid of a girl being roughed up by Mega's men and discovers that Mega is now tattooing barcodes on the kids' arms. Jay is outraged but Mega convinces him it is for the kids' own protection. Java takes her concerns about Siva to Mega who remains unconcerned so long as Java keeps her onboard and Ebony continues to receive her regular dose of Paradise. Jack lies to Ellie when she inquires about the state of their relationship. When he finally tells her the truth she surprises him by wanting to consummate their relationship. Slade returns to the Saloon with more computer gear for Ram and finally tells him his grand plan on the promise he keep it a secret. Mouse finds Salene's stash of empty bottles and confronts her about her drinking. Mega's men barge into the mall to give out new work assignments and Sammy is first on their list. Knowing Ruby is pining for Slade, Lex tells her Slade has the hots for Ebony. May is frustrated at having to go back to work in the mines but Mega is deaf to her issues and asks her to spy on Siva, showing her Stat's testimony video again to get her to cooperate. Ruby tells Lex if he wants to impress her he should tell his Mall Rat friends about Mega's con and calls him a coward for not going back to the city. Slade returns to the school to see Ebony who is waiting for him. Amber is angered to learn from Jay and Trudy that Mega wants to brand them all with IDs.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady

Episode 5.22

UK: May 24, 2003
Screenplay by Dan Wicksman
Directed by Murray Keane

Siva catches Slade outside Ebony's window. May spies on them as Slade tells her he's there to help Ebony. Jack and Ellie are discussing their night together when Sammy runs in looking to escape his work detail. Ram continues to make slow progress on Slade's project. Java rounds up the prisoners at the zoo and delivers them to Mega to be his new troops. Lex dons a disguise and heads into the city to expose Mega. Ebony's mind begins to clear but she confronts the wrong sister and mistakenly accuses Siva of lying to her. Amber challenges Jay on how much he actually knows about what Mega is doing and questions if they are on the right side of the fence. Siva stops Slade on the street wanting to know why he cares what happens to Ebony. Still avoiding work, Sammy is finally caught while out on the street and is dragged kicking and screaming outside the safe zone. He seeks refuge in a dumpster but is spotted by Java and her girls who are quickly distracted by a mexican-garb wearing guy walking down the same alley. May photographs Siva and Slade talking but Mega is unable to use the photo to identify Slade and instead asks May to hack into Jack's computer files for him. Ellie interrupts Gel's attempt to give Jack a makeover and sends her off in a pout by kissing Jack. Ebony struggles to understand what has been happening to her. Mega brings Sammy back to the mall and promises to Amber he will deal with any of his men who have stepped over the line. Señor Lex is captured and taken to the zoo. Jack discovers his files have been hacked and realises there is a spy in the mall. Amber is unhappy that Jay is going along with Mega's ID scheme but he makes it clear she has no choice in the matter and she is forced to relent and be barcoded.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl

Episode 5.23

UK: May 31, 2003
Screenplay by Joe Boyle
Directed by Murray Keane

Mega wants to know who Siva has been meeting and asks Java to bring her in. Ellie becomes suspicious of Gel when she catches her using Jack's computer. Salene has taken her drinking to the street where she is caught by one of the Technos who is rounding up workers. Fortunately, he recognises her from her days as city leader and lets her go. Siva again tries to convince Ebony that Java is manipulating her but she is taken away by Java's guards. Mouse tells Trudy she wants to go live with the Ecos. Still in the zoo lockup, Señor Lex encounters Jago, the casino owner, who was a victim of some of Lex's scams. Lex asks him to keep his identity a secret but it costs him his boots and belt. Amber finds Sammy hiding in his room trying to avoid work detail. She offers to go with him on his next shift and experiences first-hand the guards' rough treatment. Jack and Ellie set up a camera to catch Gel the next time she uses his computer. Jay talks to Mega about his troops' misbehaviour and talks him into expanding the safe zone. Ram rejoins the bipedal population by walking the length of Ruby's bar unassisted. Jack and Ellie discover it is May who copied his computer files and decide to follow her to see who she's spying for. Mega and Java question Siva about who she has been meeting. When Siva refuses to answer, Mega threatens to have Java kill her and she gives up Slade, telling them he has been asking after Ebony. Java puts Ebony under a Reality Space headset while she sleeps but Ebony overrides the program and comes out on her own. At the hospital, Slade is secretly looking after Darryl who is recovering from Mega's failed attempt to kill him.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Stephen Tamarapa as Zoot Commander (uncredited), Benj Berryman as Jago as Jago (uncredited)

Note: the brief scene of Sammy shovelling coal is reused from ep 4.39 — Mouse can just be seen with him on the edge of the screen and his hair and and makeup are slightly different too

Episode 5.24

UK: May 31, 2003
Screenplay by Joe Boyle
Directed by Murray Keane

Free from her Paradise-induced delusions, Ebony continues to act the part with Java and informs her that Zoot has predicted a great blessing for her but doesn't go into detail. Amber confronts Mega about the mistreatment the work parties are being subjected to by his guards. Siva joins Lex as a prisoner at the zoo and tells him about being caught meeting Slade. The pair realise they need to escape and warn the Mall Rats about Mega. Java is curious about the blessing promised to her by Zoot but is shocked when Ebony tells her that Zoot's greatest blessing is to be admitted to his kingdom. Mega assures Jay that his guards' retraining is underway and asks him to make sure Amber sees the good in what he is doing. Lex has enough of Jago's blackmail demands and punches him. Jago attempts to retaliate by exposing Lex as Zoot's killer but it only makes Lex a hero to the kids locked up with them. Ram continues to exercise his legs but he is hassled on the street and beaten up forcing Ruby to come to his defence. The Mall Rats are thrown into a panic when they discover Mouse has left on her own to join the Ecos. She is found by the Technos and Mega brings her back to the mall. Despite his good deed, Amber remains suspicious of him. Siva sets the zoo guards on Jago by naming him as Zoot's killer. In the ensuing mayhem, the prisoners overpower the guards and escape. A disguised Ebony pulls Sammy out of his work detail line and sends him back to the mall with a message that she wants to meet with Amber alone. On the run, Lex and Siva hide out in his love shack.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Benj Berryman as Jago, Michael Whalley as Techno Officer

Episode 5.25

UK: June 07, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Murray Keane

Amber leaves the safe zone to meet with Ebony who reveals that Mega and Java have been working together since Ram's defeat and are behind everything in an effort to take over the city by using Ebony and the Zootists to frighten the city while providing a safe haven. Slade scares Darryl into remaining at the hospital. Ebony is eager to form an alliance with the Mall Rats to bring down Mega but Amber wants to talk it over with the others. Java suspects she's losing control of Ebony and tells Mega she thinks she is insane. The Mall Rats are sceptical of trusting Ebony but Jack and Ellie return after seeing May meeting with Mega and confirm Mega's deception. Lex takes Siva back to Liberty to hide out. At the saloon, Siva is quick to jump to the defence of a bullied patron and is shocked when it turns out to be Ram. The Mall Rats confront May about her treachery and Jay orders she be put in the cage. Jay tries to force an explanation from May but has better luck talking to her and she admits she betrayed the Mall Rats because she thought no one liked her. Java tells Ebony about Mega setting up a trap to catch Siva and her mystery man allowing Ebony to intercept Slade on his way to meet Siva. While hiding to avoid Java and Mega, Slade and Ebony agree to work together.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.26

UK: June 07, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Murray Keane

Slade informs Ebony he has found a weapon they can uses against Mega and takes her to the hospital to meet Darryl who explains to her how Java found him at the casino where he worked and recruited him to impersonate Zoot. Salene takes May some food, much to Gel's disgust, and asks her for an explanation for her betrayal. Upon learning the truth, Salene tells May she always cared about her. Siva warns Ruby about Ram but tells her he is harmless without his computers. Trudy tells Jay he should take over as city leader when all is said and done but he surprises her with his plan to share power with Amber. The Mall Rats let out May to meet with Mega but before she departs she asks Amber if they'd let her still live at the mall if she helps them. Mouse packs her things and once again leaves the mall to seek out the Ecos. May meets with Mega and Jay and the Mall Rats are right behind her. Amber tells Mega they intend to take him hostage and use CityNet to broadcast the truth but their plans are foiled when his backup arrives and Mall Rats are forced to surrender. Mega offers to give the Mall Rats privileged status if they publicly endorse him and gives them the option of sticking with him and enjoying power or being left with the chaos outside the city in the badlands. Sammy shows Mouse's good-bye note to Salene who goes after her. She catches up with Mouse outside the city and offers to escort her to the Ecos. Ebony is unimpressed by the real Darryl but Slade needs to keep him on hand. Ruby drives Ram out of his room with talk of bedbugs and gets a look at what he is using his computers for. Believing he is once again working on Paradise, Ruby wants to smash his equipment but he stops her and explains that he is working on a cure for Slade who doesn't have long to live.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.27

UK: June 14, 2003
Screenplay by Saranne James
Directed by Costa Botes

Java is confused by Mega's decision to let the Mall Rats go but he is confident they have become too powerful to be stopped and he doesn't want to risk turning the Mall Rats into martyrs. The Mall Rats decide their best course of action is to lie low and go along with Mega for the time being. May tries to involve herself in the discussion but is shut out. Mega blocks Jack's attempts to hack into his computer. Java tells Ebony about her concerns about Mega double-crossing them and wants them to stand united against him. Lex hits on Ruby during dinner with Ram and Siva. Jack tries to resist Ellie to focus on his work. Siva admits she misses her old life and again cautions Ruby about Ram. Slade and a bumbling Darryl are nearly caught by the Zootists but manage to escape the city. Jay wants Amber to let the Mall Rats make their own decisions about their futures but she insists they need to stick together if they are to take down Mega. Salene is spooked by the great outdoors and runs off into the forrest. At her lowest moment she is discovered by Hawk and Mouse. Ebony lures Java to the zoo and has her locked up.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Sam Kelly as Hawk, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse (uncredited)

Episode 5.28

UK: June 14, 2003
Screenplay by Harry Duffin
Directed by Costa Botes

Jay is feeling down on himself for letting Mega take over the city and is not encouraged by the option to fight. Java paces in her cell while Mega struggles to contact her, much to Ebony's delight. Jay suggests the Mall Rats will need allies if they are to fight Mega but no one is sure Ebony can be trusted. Java informs Ebony the Zoot scam was all Mega's idea but Ebony continues to pretend to believe in Zoot's return. Slade brings Darryl back to Liberty. He is taken aback at seeing Siva there but is relieved when she doesn't recognise him. Despite her promise to help them fight Mega, the Mall Rats unanimously vote to kick May out of the mall. Siva brings Darryl back down to earth when he boasts about his martial arts skills. The Ecos invite Salene and Mouse to join their tribe but Salene tells Mouse she won't be staying. Ruby is concerned for Slade after hearing about his health troubles from Ram. Ram admits to telling Ruby about Slade's medical condition after Slade notices her change in behaviour towards him. While his men search for Java, Mega occupies himself by watching the Mall Rats via his hidden cameras. Amber admits to Trudy she is worried about fighting Mega and tells her she needs Jay. With nowhere else to go, May pleads with Mega to give her another chance but he has her tossed out of the safe zone. Salene and Mouse say their good-byes and Salene departs the Ecos to return to the city. Mega discovers Java imprisoned at the zoo. He promises to take care of Ebony but leaves without releasing her. Slade turns down Ruby's advances and tells her he doesn't want her sympathy. Mega meets with Ebony who throws down the gauntlet of war.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Sam Kelly as Hawk, Jacinta Wawatai as Mouse (uncredited)

Episode 5.29

UK: June 21, 2003
Screenplay by Harry Duffin
Directed by Costa Botes

Ebony and Mega prepare their respective followers for war as the Mall Rats are given their marching orders and learn about the implementation of food rationing in the city. May is back living on the streets. Liberty is awash in refuges arriving from the city prompting Ram to decide to lay low in his room so he won't be recognised. Darryl tries his luck with Siva who tosses him out of the Saloon on his ear. The Technos confiscate the Mall Rats' food supplies but Mega reassures them it will be replaced and assures them they will be well treated. Ebony visits her sister in prison and threatens to feed her to the lion before making her beg for mercy. Sammy and Gel are excited by Mega's promise to treat them like royalty but Amber explains that Mega is simply setting them up for the city to turn on them. When Ruby houses the refuges in the barn, Lex sees an opportunity and shakes them down for rent money. Trudy gets upset with Jay when he misinterprets her remarks as advocating they give up and joining the Technos. Ebony and her troops attack a group of Technos leading a work party. True to his word, Mega showers the Mall Rats with fresh fruit. Salene is escorted to the edge of the city by two of the Ecos. Siva wants to go into the city to see Ebony but Slade won't take her, wanting her to stay and protect Ram. Mega invites Amber and Jay to a meeting of the tribe leaders where he appoints Amber as the president of their new republic.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Taryn Tuck as Announcer (uncredited)

Episode 5.30

UK: June 21, 2003
Screenplay by Marie MacNeill
Directed by Costa Botes

Amber isn't thrilled with being named president, recognising that Mega is just using her to help him take over the city, but Trudy likes the idea, thinking it is a good opportunity to get someone on the inside. Jay apologises to Trudy for suggesting she sold out to the Chosen. Amber confronts Mega about her appointment and tells him she isn't interested in being his figurehead. After learning Lex is charging the refuges rent to live in the barn, Ruby presents him with a hotel bill equal to rent he's been charging. To make things worse for him, she sends him to the barn with a basket of food. Mega goes to the mall to appeal to Amber to change her mind and makes a thinly-veiled threat about Bray's future hoping to change her mind. Jack removes Mega's bugs from the corridor but Ellie is a little creeped out by the prospect of having them in their bedroom. Jay and Trudy have an arguement about not flaunting the Mall Rats prosperity when she wants to have a picnic in the park with Brady. With nothing to trade, or that she is willing to trade, May has trouble finding food on the street. Lex is inspired by Darryl's suggestion that he get a hobby and pitches Ram on a gaming scheme. May watches Ebony's crew hijack a supply truck. Trudy advises Amber to accept Mega's offer in light of his threats. Mega orders footage of Ebony's attack on the supply truck be aired on CityNet. Ebony visits Java in prison to gloat. Salene tries to re-enter the city but turns around when faced with the prospect of having her booze confiscated. Slade fixes the separated shoulder Ebony received in the attack and warns her that she is playing into Mega's plans with her attacks. Amber's attempt to flee the city with baby Bray ends at the security fence where she is told she is not allowed out of the city.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.31

UK: June 28, 2003
Screenplay by Tony Osborn
Directed by Costa Botes

Amber is haunted by dreams about losing her son to Mega. Supported by the footage of Ebony's attack on the supply truck, a series of new security measures are announced on CityNet including a new curfew and longer work shifts. Salene cuts her hand on some rusted barbed wire while retrieving a photo of Mouse. Amber tells Trudy about being stopped from leaving the city. Ebony refuses to stop the siege despite the large bounty on her head. While feeding the growing number of refuges, Ruby finds Darryl handing out flyers promoting Lex and Ram's new virtual casino. Jack sweeps the mall for more of Mega's bugs but Gel misunderstands what they are doing and panics about having lice. Ruby is furious with Lex and Ram for setting up their VR machines in her saloon but agrees to give it a chance when Lex convinces her they are doing it for the benefit of the kids. After Amber visits him to accept the presidency, Mega sets his sights on recruiting Jack. Ebony blows up city's electrical infrastructure affecting the power supply. Jay is not pleased to learn of Amber's decision to cooperate with Mega but when Trudy tells him about Mega's threat against Bray, he charges out of the mall. Mega releases Java from prison after she gives him information on Ebony's whereabouts. Salene seeks help for her injured hand but the Mall Rats are no longer respected by the public and she is chased and beaten up before being found by May. Slade tries to tell Ebony that her strategy isn't working but Ebony's not willing to listen. Ellie stops Jack from removing the last of Mega's bug so they can control the messages Mega receives. Jay fights his way into the hotel to confront Mega but is stunned by a zapper as he's about to do the same to Mega.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.32

UK: June 28, 2003
Screenplay by Charles Hodges
Directed by Costa Botes

Trudy drops off Brady with Amber and heads to the hotel intending to confront Mega about what he has done with Jay but she is turned away. Jay meanwhile finds himself in a series of horrific virtual environments created by Mega to show him what the world would be like if Ebony and Ram had their way. Mega arrives at the mall to explain that Jay is being kept in a "safe place" after trying to kill him and tries to convince Amber that she misunderstood him and he didn't threaten Bray but Amber isn't fooled. Amber asks Jack to work with her and suggests using Mega's last remaining bug to manipulate Mega into trusting him. A CityNet News Flash praises the recently rescued Java for having infiltrating the Zootists. Mega assures Java of her importance and tasks her with eliminating Ebony. May is forced to take drastic measures to obtain some antibiotics to help Salene whose condition continues to deteriorate as a result of her injured hand. Slade gets past Ebony's guards to warn her to get out of the city but Ebony has no intention of leaving. Siva marvels at Lex's ability to exploit people and is shocked by the amount of goods his rigged games have brought in — half of which Ruby demands for letting him use the Saloon. Jack and Ellie stage a fight for Mega's camera. Ebony is double-crossed by her own people and is turned over to Java. Jay yields to Mega's torture but feigns weakness before turning on his guards and escaping. Slade rides to Ebony's rescue while Ram continues to watch events unfold.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray

Episode 5.33

UK: July 05, 2003
Screenplay by Saranne James
Directed by Costa Botes

Mega is upset with Java and her guards for letting both Jay and Ebony escape and instructs Java to recapture and delete them. Ruby catches a pickpocket, Lottie, in her Saloon but gives her a room for the night in exchange for stealing Lex's casino ledger. Java and her men raid the mall searching for Jay. A delirious Salene has a disturbing dream about her parents. At the hospital, Slade offers to stand and fight by Ebony's side. Amber tries to assure a frantic Trudy that Jay will be okay and offers to talk to Mega to see what he knows. Gel asks Trudy to get some bacon and eggs while she's out. Ruby confronts Lex about his efforts to hide his gaming profits from her. Lex asks Ram to rework the casino's programming but Ram requests better software — from Mega's hard drive. Lex is confident he can get it but needs a barcode to get into the city. Jay finds Amber and tells her of his intentions to get out of the city and join up with Ebony. Ruby comes to Lottie's aid when she's hassled by kids on the street. Amber informs Trudy that Jay is okay but is in hiding and won't be coming home. Jay uses a disturbance at a checkpoint to sneak out of the safe zone. Lex has Ram copy Lottie's barcode tattoo onto his arm. Mega gives Java one day to delete Ebony and Jay. Slade takes Ebony to Liberty and reunites her with Siva, Ram and Lex.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Ginette McDonald as Mum, Brian Sergeant as Dad

Episode 5.34

UK: July 05, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Murray Keane

Java assures Mega that Jay and Ebony won't join forces. Ebony is amused to find Siva sweeping floors but the sisters are glad to see one another. Amber isn't looking forward to her first broadcast on CityNet and shares her concerns with Trudy. Ruby is surprised to find Ebony in Slade's room when she goes to wake him. May wants Salene to go back to the mall where she can be looked after but Salene won't go without her. Lex warns Darryl not to play with fire when he inquires if Slade and Ebony are an item. Lex heads to the city to steal Ram's software unaware Ram doesn't want it for the casino. Jack and Ellie practice their lines for their next performance for Mega's camera but Ellie isn't happy with her role and rewrites their script. Amber is similarly unhappy with her script for the CityNet broadcast but Mega agrees to let her write her own speech while adding another thinly-veiled threat. Java searches for Ebony at the casino where she stays to drown her sorrows. Lex directs Jay to Liberty when they run into one another outside the city. Siva catches Lottie stealing from her but doesn't want her punished, explaining to Ruby that she is giving Lottie the second chance Ebony never had when they got into trouble as children. Lex gets through the checkpoint and into the city despite Ram having fun with the data linked to his tattoo. May and Salene sneak back into the safe zone through an abandoned building. Slade reassures Ruby that Ebony isn't his girlfriend and explains that he slept in the barn, not in his room with Ebony. Ebony apologises to Siva for not listening to her warnings about Mega. Amber's CityNet address praises Mega's efforts to improve the city. May and Salene are unimpressed but Mega is pleased with the message. Mega watches Jack and Ellie's performance. Java is delivered a message at the casino informing her that Ram is alive.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Beth Chotte as Lottie

Episode 5.35

UK: July 12, 2003
Screenplay by Dan Wicksman
Directed by Murray Keane

Lex returns to the mall and tells the Mall Rats all about Liberty — including Ram's presence and of running into Jay. Unaware of Trudy and Jay's relationship, Lex is dismissive of her when she asks if Jay gave him a message for her. Darryl tries it on with Ebony and pays the price. Salene returns to the mall with May in tow and defends her right to stay, throwing Amber's glowing CityNet broadcast back at her. Mega meets with Jack and offers him a job. Amber explains to Salene she was forced to make the broadcast due to Mega's threats, prompting Salene to suggest Mega could have also used the same tactics on May to make her spy for him. Gel fawns over Lex and is over the moon when he accepts her dinner invitation. Darryl, dressed as Zoot, comes to Ebony's aid when she is confronted by some angry kids who know her from the city. May approaches Amber and offers to leave the mall if that it is what she wants but having a better understanding of Mega's manipulations, Amber lets her stay. Lottie steals Ram's new computer component in the chaos surrounding Jay's first encounter with Ram. Jay must be restrained by Slade and Siva explains it was Mega, not Ram, who deleted Ved. Lex's evening with Gel ends when she has too much to drink and falls asleep. Java is delivered a disc containing an image of Ram. Mega tells Jack he wants him to design an electrical correction system that doubles as a source of entertainment.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Beth Chotte as Lottie

Episode 5.36

UK: July 12, 2003
Screenplay by Joe Boyle
Directed by Murray Keane

Ruby and Slade spend the night together. Ebony is surprised to see Jay in Liberty and is amused to learn he's now with "Trudy the moody". He asks if she'll join him to get rid of Mega and Ebony agrees to join him if Ram does. Jack returns to the mall but is coy when Ellie asks him what Mega wants him to do. Java tells Amber about Mega's new punishment program that Jack will be designing and tells her she will have to sell the idea to the people. Lex asks Jack how he can get the software Ram needs from Mega but Jack doesn't think he is capable of doing it. Sammy checks on Gel after her date with Lex, most of which she can't remember — but she's sure it was great. Salene gives May Pride's old bed and moves her into her room. Java asks Mega what became of Ram and wonders if he could still be alive but Mega doesn't think he is. Amber returns to the mall upset with Jack and forces him to reveal that he has agreed to create Mega's new punishment system. Jay asks Ram and Slade to join him and Ebony in an alliance to take out Mega but Slade is not encouraged when they begin by fighting for control of the group. Gel sees Lex hitting on May but doesn't stick around long enough to see her reject him. She later asks Lex for an explanation for his interest in May and reveals that May was Mega's spy. Mega makes a surprise visit to the mall to see Amber. Jay, Ebony and Ram decide that Slade, as the only one without a score to settle, will lead their alliance. Slade is not interested in leading but the others give him no choice. Lex confronts May but Salene quickly jumps to her defence and shouts down Lex, throwing his own past misdeeds back at him. Ebony is confident of the alliance's success with Slade leading but turns away from his romantic advances. In Liberty, Jay ponders the two women in his life, Trudy and Amber, while back at the mall, both girls contemplate their relationships with Jay. Overwhelmed by Salene's support, May breaks down and finally reveals to Salene that Pride's last words were that he loved her.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Beth Chotte as Lottie

Episode 5.37

UK: July 19, 2003
Screenplay by Joe Boyle
Directed by Murray Keane

Ruby slips out of Slade's room in the morning. When she runs into Ebony, Ruby flaunts that she's wearing Slade's shirt (and little else) and tells her Slade is off limits. Lex hassles Jack about his job and reminds him to get the software he needs. Ruby tells Slade she wants to be there for him in regard to his illness. Darryl is chased by thugs he tries to trade with. Jack shows Mega the progress he has made but Mega is unhappy with his work and deletes it. Gel asks May and Salene for advice about kissing and sex. May's answer gives both Gel and Salene some things to think about. Java finds a note from Ram asking to meet her. Jack shows Mega his improved punishment game but Amber observes and is not at all pleased and refuses to promote it on CityNet. Amber expects a backlash from Mega, and Trudy finds her desperately trying to create a hiding spot for Bray and advises her to do what Mega wants — her baby's safety should be paramount. Gel follows Lex out of the city and he is forced to bring her with him to Liberty. Ram borrows Slade's bike to go meet Java. Back in his chair, Ram meets with Java in the scrap yard and surprises her by walking. Lex assures Siva there is nothing between him and Gel. Trudy confronts Jack about his work. Ram and Java spend the night together in the barn and he tells her he has found his paradise — with her.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Beth Chotte as Lottie

Episode 5.38

UK: July 19, 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Murray Keane

Ruby to shares news of Slade's illness with Siva and reveals she has decided to try to have his baby. With war looming, Ruby advises Siva to tell Lex how she feels. At the mall, Ellie calls Jack a traitor for working with Mega, Sammy is depressed after Gel's departure, and Amber makes arrangements for Salene and May to spend the day working together. Mega arrives at the mall to talk to Amber about her broadcast and convinces her to change her mind by offering to cancel the curfew. Lex accuses Darryl of skimming the casino's profits. Ram returns to Liberty with Java and she is reunited with Ebony. Ram tries to play peacemaker but Java insists they resolve their conflict once and for all. May and Salene discuss their relationship and agree to be friends. Lottie takes bets on the fight between Java and Ebony but Lex shuts her down only to take over himself. Slade tries to talk Ebony out of fighting Java but she won't back down. Ram is similarly trying to stop Java when Slade arrives and tries to run Java out of town. Java zaps him with the stun setting and tells Ram she won't be affording Ebony the same courtesy. Ebony asks Jay if there was ever anything between him and Amber. He denies there was but is less certain when asked if he'd like there to be. Siva finally confesses her feelings for Lex. Java and Ebony face off against one another outside the saloon but it is Siva who falls when she steps between them to protect Ebony. With one sister lying dead at her feet, Ebony returns fire and kills Java.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Beth Chotte as Lottie

Episode 5.39

UK: July 26, 2003
Screenplay by Tony Osborn
Directed by Murray Keane

Lex seethes with anger towards Ebony as he joins her and the others in mourning the loss of Java and Siva. Amber appears on CityNet to announce a crackdown on the smuggling of illegal goods. Sammy agrees to sell smuggled games to earn a gold locket for Gel. When May finds out what he's doing he tells her to worry about Salene's continued drinking. Trudy admits to Amber she was wrong about co-operating with Mega. Gel tries to comfort Lex but he pushes her away believing he is dangerous to be around — a risk Gel says she would take to be close to him. Jay suggests a new strategy to Slade that involves convincing Mega that Java has come over to their side but Slade has a plan of his own involving Darryl. May finds Salene drinking in an illegal outdoor bar and saves her from being captured when the Technos arrive and shut it down. Ram is joined by Ruby when he visits Java's grave. Ram expresses his regret at letting his Reality Space obsession come between them and blames himself for causing the sisters' deaths. Mega's camera let him observe Jack and Ellie's latest fight which ends with them breaking up. Lex organises passage for the rebels back into the city. Amber announces Mega's new punishment system on CityNet. Slade comforts Ebony who admits to hating her sisters as much as she loved them.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Taryn Tuck as Announcer

Episode 5.40

UK: July 26, 2003
Screenplay by Dan Wicksman
Directed by Janet Stubbings

Mega shows Jack the automated pharmacy he has created. Jay and Darryl approach Amber on the street and tell her about the alliance they have formed and bring her back to their new hideout. Jack and Ellie continue to fight about his work and she destroys Mega's last camera. Jay reveals to Amber that Darryl was Mega's Zoot double and she offers to bring Trudy to see him. Ellie pays a visit to Mega and takes her frustrations out on his equipment earning herself a spot in The Pain Game. Ruby observes Slade flirting with Ebony. Lex sees Sammy give Gel the locket and chides him for being a pushover. To earn Gel's affections Lex advises him to act uninterested. Salene has confined herself to her bed and even May's support can lift her spirits. Ellie is announced as the first contestant in the Pain Game. An overjoyed Trudy is briefly reunited with Jay before being sent back to the mall. Sammy plays coy with Gel who plays the same game, returning the locket and turning her attentions to Lex. Amber appeals to Mega to spare Ellie but he turns over the decision to Jack who shocks Amber by proceeding with the punishment. The Mall Rats watch Ellie progress through the Pain Game. She manages to escape but Jack surprises Mega by giving her one final jolt. Ebony finally gives herself to Slade. Amber, in disguise as a Techno, collects Ellie and it is revealed that her entire experience in the game was a scam orchestrated by Jack.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Megan Alatini as Java, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Taryn Tuck as Announcer

Episode 5.41

UK: August 02 , 2003
Screenplay by Charles Hodges
Directed by Janet Stubbings

Amber arrives at the rebels' library hideout to meet Jay, Darryl and Lex and delivers a program Jack wrote that will override Mega's CityNet programming. Mega tells Jack feelings are a waste of his energy when he admits to feeling guilty about what he did to Ellie. In Liberty, Ruby brings Slade breakfast in bed but the moment is spoiled when Ebony walks in wearing Slade's shirt having spent the night with him. Despite Ruby's reaction, Slade tells Ebony he has no regrets and it was best night of his life. In light of Ellie's punishment, the Mall Rats (unaware it was fake) debate Jack's future with the tribe but both Amber and Lex, who know the truth, defend him. Lex gives Jack Java's passcard allowing him access to Mega's core software so he can get him the software Ram requested. Trudy gets upset about being kept in the dark with the likes of Sammy and Gel when Amber lets her in on the secret. Trudy insists she be present for their pirate broadcast but Amber is emphatic that she remain at the mall. May finds Trudy crying on the roof, desperate to see Jay and upset he hasn't come to see her. Ruby has some harsh words for Ebony as they continue to fight over Slade. Gel gets her man... almost. May writes a letter to Salene to tell her how she feels. Ellie makes a quick retreat when Gel asks her for advice about sex. The Mall Rats override the CityNet broadcast to reveal the truth about Mega, Zoot, and Darryl's role in the scheme. Mega manages to track the broadcast and sends a hit squad to stop it. Back in Liberty, Ebony demands to be served by Ruby who throws a drink in her face starting a fight which Ram must break up. Darryl's slow delivery of his lines delays the rebels' escape and Jay ends up being shot by Ram's troops.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Taryn Tuck as Announcer

Episode 5.42

UK: August 02 , 2003
Screenplay by Saranne James
Directed by Janet Stubbings

Trudy leads an assault force into the library and drives off the Technos while Amber sheepishly returns having fled before the fighting started. Trudy fusses over Jay who is okay having only been stunned. Darryl is recognised as the Zoot impostor while attempting to leave the city but he manages to escape his pursuer. Gel finds May's letter and shares it with Sammy. Not knowing it was intended for Salene, they speculate on which lucky guy it was intended for. Ebony leaves Liberty to do something about Mega but not before telling Ruby, Ram and Lottie what she thinks of them. Ruby asks Ram what his alliance of three people who all hate each other will do once Mega is defeated. The rebels return to the mall. Noticing Jay and Amber's odd behaviour, Trudy wants an explanation but words don't need to be spoken — she can see they are still in love. Ram gets upset when he finds Lottie using his computer. Ebony and Slade's first strike against Mega disables his electrified fence. Gel and Sammy joke about May's letter but when May runs out of the room, they must tell Salene about the letter. Salene goes after May and finds her ripping up the letter. Unable to deal with the situation, Salene walks out. Amber sends Ellie out to look for Trudy who left the mall after finding out about Jay and Amber. Ellie asks Jack to stop working for Mega but he wants to keep at it since he's the only one who can get the information they need. Mega addresses the city and says the rebels' accusations are lies. Mega finds Amber using his camera network to search for Trudy and orders his troops to keep an eye out for her. May finds Salene packing her things to move out but May asks her to put things behind them. Trudy is stopped at a check point trying to leave the city and flees back into the city. Amber is upset with herself for betraying Trudy but Jay says she was only being true to her feelings as was he. Mega finds Trudy and Brady. With no where else to turn, Trudy agrees to go with him.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Taryn Tuck as Announcer

Episode 5.43

UK: August 09 , 2003
Screenplay by Marie MacNeill
Directed by Janet Stubbings

Trudy and Brady are at the hotel under Mega's care. Ebony is eager to get on with her attacks against Mega but Slade is more interested in her. Lex tells Gel he's okay with waiting and assures her that when the time is right there will be fireworks. Ram puts a lock on his door to keep Lottie out. Gel and Sammy continue to speculate about the subject of May's letter. Sammy thinks it is for Lex prompting Gel to warn May off her man. Amber discovers Brady and Trudy are at the hotel. Trudy calls her a traitor before telling her she doesn't want to ever see her again and retreating into her room. Ebony and Slade continue their explosive campaign and nab another supply truck. Amber tells Jay about Trudy staying at the hotel. He assures her Trudy will forgive her in time but is more concerned about her telling Mega their plans. Slade and Ebony explain to one another why they each got involved with Ram. Slade tells her about Ram's big project, which their attacks are keeping attention away from. Mega opens up to Trudy in an attempt to get her to trust him and gets her to reveal that she lost Jay to Amber. Ram freaks out after Lottie taunts him. Salene wants to talk to May about their relationship but they aren't on the same page. Amber goes to see Mega. He plays coy about knowing why Trudy left the mall and tells Amber Trudy had to be sedated but will be back at the mall soon. May is inconsolable after Salene explains she cares for her only as a friend. Jack accesses Mega's computer to steal the software for Ram. Mega finds evidence on the computer that leads him believe Java was responsible but Trudy unwittingly reveals that Java is dead. Jack delivers Lex the computer files but a CityNet News Flash identifies Jack as a dangerous criminal wanted for crimes against the city and the pair must escape into the city.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, T.J. Brown as Young Mega, Taryn Tuck as Announcer

Episode 5.44

UK: August 09 , 2003
Screenplay by Harry Duffin
Directed by Janet Stubbings

Lex and Jack search for another way out of the city after discovering the Technos guarding their secret tunnel. At Mega's request, Amber goes on CityNet to calm the citizens and explains the city will be on lock down until the rebels are captured. May tries talking to Salene who's not interested in discussing the issue any further. Lex and Jack make a desperate jump to freedom as the Technos close in. Mega comforts Trudy. Gel gives Sammy's hopes a lift when she tells him she has moved on from Lex all the while continuing to use him as her errand boy. Salene finds May on the roof of the mall where May reveals she has decided to leave the mall. Lex marvels at the great partners he and Jack make until Jack appears to have lost the stolen software. Gel and Sammy speculate on where May is going before she makes the mistake of dismissively referring to Sammy as a kid. The Technos prevent May from leaving the city. Lex and Jack make it back to Liberty where the true purpose of the stolen software is finally revealed to Lex. The disc goes missing when Lex goes to take it to Ram but Lottie returns it when confronted by Ruby. Salene confides in Ellie the real reason May left the Mall and Ellie offers to help her look for her. Jay finds one of Mega's bugs hidden in Amber's coat but it is too late to matter as Mega's Technos storm into the hideout.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady

Episode 5.45

UK: August 16 , 2003
Screenplay by Harry Duffin
Directed by Janet Stubbings

Ram and Jack tell Slade and Ebony the importance of the software Jack stole but Mega is unconcerned by the loss, believing the rebels don't have anyone capable of utilising it. Amber and Jay are being held captive by Mega at the hotel. Mega tells Amber that is was Trudy who led him to Jay and demands to know who the rest of the rebels are hiding. Mega tries the same tactic with Jay who is amused by Mega's ignorance of who he is up against. After finding Salene passed out, Ellie goes out in search of May. Ebony rubs Ruby's face in her relationship with Slade only to have Ruby inform her she is having his baby. Gel apologises to Sammy for calling him a kid. Mega instructs his men not to let Jay and Amber sleep. Trudy is concerned about Amber and Jay but Mega assures her they won't be harmed. Mega wants Amber to renounce the rebellion on CityNet but she refuses. Jack asks Lex if they can trust Ebony but Lex is more concerned about trusting Ram and asks Jack to keep an eye on him. Ellie finds May who confesses she tried to have Salene eliminated and agrees to return to the mall to help Salene. Ebony accuses Ruby of lying about being pregnant. May and Salene agree to be friends. After talking to Ebony, Slade seeks out Ruby who reveals she is having his baby so she can have something of him if Ram can't find a cure for his illness. Mega sends Trudy into the Pain Game in an effort to break Jay.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Beth Chotte as Lottie

Episode 5.46

UK: August 16 , 2003
Screenplay by Joe Boyle
Directed by Janet Stubbings

The Mall Rats watch a CityNet broadcast in which Jay renounces the rebellion. Slade tells Ram that Ruby is pregnant and blames him for making her believe he is dying. Jay tells Amber they may have no choice but to co-opearate with Mega. Mega apologises to Trudy for her being "mistakenly" taken to the tunnels and she thanks him for being so kind to her. Trudy thinks Mega is just misunderstood and offers to put in a good word on his behalf when all is said and done. Mega doesn't like the insinuation and throws her out of the hotel. Trudy is upset Mega manipulated her by offering her his friendship but Mega explains he only ever wanted the information she had on Amber and Jay. May confronts Salene about her drinking and Salene asks for her help to stop. Salene packs up her bottles but Sammy finds the one she purposely set aside. Trudy returns to the mall upset with herself for being the reason Jay and Amber were caught and vows never to trust anyone outside the tribe again. Salene has second thoughts while pouring out her booze and hides the remainder. Sammy and Gel celebrate his birthday with Salene's alcohol but Sammy has too much to drink in an attempt to impress Gel and passes out drunk in the middle of the mall. Ruby hassles Ebony about her bar tab. Lex intervenes but gets into it with Ebony forcing Slade to break them up by punching Lex out. Mega appears on CityNet flanked by Amber and Jay. He blames them for the city's recent troubles and sentences them to have their memories erased. Ruby corners Ram to talk about his progress on Slade's cure. Ram tries to walk away but she persists forcing Ram to reveal that he made up the story that Slade was sick to keep her out of their business. May leaves the city to get help from Liberty. Salene, Ebony and Trudy find Sammy suffering the effects of alcohol poisoning and help him purge his system. After seeing Sammy so ill, Salene pours out the rest of her alcohol. In Liberty, the rebels are having a planning meeting when May bursts in and tells them what is about to happen to Jay and Amber.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Megan Alatini as Java, Monique Cassie as Siva, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Taryn Tuck as Announcer

Episode 5.47

UK: August 23 , 2003
Screenplay by Marie McNeill
Directed by Duncan Smith

Salene and Ellie are discussing Jay and Amber's punishment when Gel remarks that she doesn't think it will be that bad since they won't remember they ever loved one another. Mega declines Jay's request that he show some mercy and spare Amber. Ram doesn't think the rebels are ready to strike but Jay and Amber's imminent punishment forces their hand. Salene comforts Trudy who feels bad for inadvertently helping Mega capture Jay and Amber and asks if it appears she took revenge for their betrayal of her with their relationship. Mega allows Jay and Amber to spend their final moments together while they can still remember one another. Gel tells Sammy she likes him the way he is and he doesn't have to prove himself to her. Ram warns Lex of the danger Ebony poses and suggests she could come to an accident during the attack. Elsewhere, a holding pen on an otherwise empty beach contains a number of prisoners — including Alice. May sneaks back into the city on a supply truck to tell the Mall Rats about the imminent attack. Slade apologise to Ruby for Ram's lie about his illness. Trudy convinces Mega to let her say good-bye to Jay and Amber but tells them to play along with the memory wipe because Ram is working to disable Mega's systems. Before Trudy leaves, Amber asks her to look after her son if things don't work out. Back on the beach, more kids are brought to be locked up. KC is among them. Trudy leads the Mall Rats in a positive thinking exercise as Jay and Amber's punishment is broadcast on CityNet. As Ram and Jack work on hacking Mega's systems, Jay and Amber's memories are erased. Their punishment complete, Mega releases Jay and Amber. As they leave, Amber is amazed she still has her memory but Jay is not as fortunate.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Taryn Tuck as Announcer, Vanessa Stacey as Alice, Ari Boyland as K.C.

Episode 5.48

UK: August 23 , 2003
Screenplay by Saranne James
Directed by Duncan Smith

Slade welcomes new allies to Liberty to join the fight against Mega. Mega is buoyed by the ratings for Jay and Amber's "obliteration show" and believes he has the city under control. After his confession about not being sick, Ruby calls Slade a liar, a cheat and a coward — "poor qualities for a man... or a father". Jack is confused to find Ram working alone behind his locked door while apparently talking to someone. At the beach, KC and Alice discuss their time on Labour Island and KC reveals he was just with Bray a few days ago. Among the newest arrivals at the holding pens is The Guardian. Amber returns to the mall with Jay but all attempts to jog his memory fail. Ram sends Mega a video message taunting him. Ram joins the rebels as they make final preparations and tells them Mega's system is set to crash at noon precisely. As they depart, Ram reminds Lex to make sure "nothing bad" happens to Ebony. Amber thanks Trudy for saving her and Jay and the two agree to leave their past in the past. As the rebel army marches on the city, Amber rallies the Mall Rats to join the fight. Mega tightens his defences around the hotel as the rebels advance. Lex reluctantly intervenes to save Ebony from an attacker. Back at the mall, Jay questions Trudy and Ellie about which side of the fight he's supposed to be on. Mega is unable to access his automated pharmacy. Ram packs up his computers in Liberty to return to the city. With the Technos defeated, Amber addresses the united tribes and Sammy steals a kiss from Gel when he realises they've won. Lex and Ebony capture Mega at the hotel but Slade intervenes to stop them from killing him and reveals Mega is his brother.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Vanessa Stacey as Alice, Ari Boyland as K.C., Damon Andrews as The Guardian

Episode 5.49

UK: August 30 , 2003
Screenplay by Dan Wicksman
Directed by Duncan Smith

Lex encourages Ebony to kill Mega but the decision is taken out of her hands when Amber and the rebels arrive and take Mega back the mall to be locked up. Ram returns to the city with Ruby and Lottie. Amber is frustrated that Jay's memory hasn't returned but Salene is reassuring and suggests Ram might be able to help. Lex tells the Mall Rats that Slade and Mega are brothers. May welcomes Ruby and Lottie to the mall and Sammy is quick to offer to show Lottie around. Ram meanwhile has returned to the hotel to take up from where he left off. Ebony is furious with Slade for not telling her about Mega and Slade explains how he lost track of his brother, Josh, when he joined the Technos before ultimately finding him again after his chance encounter with Ram. Gel catches Lottie stealing from her room. Ram installs his new computer program at the hotel. Amber and Jack walk in on Ram and get a glimpse of what he's working on but Ram refuses to divulge the full truth until Amber threatens to destroy his system. Ram tells Jack and Amber about the new thinking and learning AI he's designed to run the city. Ram tries to avoid showing them the face of his program but they insist and are shocked to see it is Zoot. Lottie agrees to manage Darryl's new Zoot tribute show. Ram denies Amber's allegation that he let Jay's mind get wiped on purpose and she challenges him to find a way to restore his memory. After two failed attempts by Ram to reprogram Jay, his memory is finally restored. Lex offers Mega a deal — his freedom for information.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Danny James as Computer Zoot

Episode 5.50

UK: August 30 , 2003
Screenplay by Tony Osborn
Directed by Duncan Smith

Computer AI Zoot ponders the nature of Ram — father? maker?... creator? Ellie gets upset when Jack leaves her to go help Ram. The Mall Rats plan a party to celebrate their freedom. Slade arrives to see Mega but Lex insists he go with him to supervise. Ellie storms around the mall upset at losing Jack to a computer. Darryl's one-man Zoot tribute show is a disaster. Slade explains to Mega/Josh that he didn't abandon him as he's always believed and explains their separation... Trapped by slavers, Slade lead them away to save his brother. He escaped after being captured but Josh gone when he returned for him. Mega doesn't accept Slade's explanation. When Slade departs, Lex purposely leaves Mega's cell unlocked. As Gel talks to Salene about her intentions to sleep with Lex, Mega slips out of the mall. Jack is impressed by Computer Zoot but Jay and Amber want an explanation when they arrive to do their broadcast. Darryl alerts the others when he discovers Mega has escaped. Ebony is not surprised Mega didn't forgive Slade and tells him she will stand with the prosecution when the time comes for Mega's trial. Acting on Mega's information, Lex makes inquiries of a former Techno about the disappeared Mall Rats and learns that the Technos' term "deleted" is synonymous with "transported giving hope that his friends are still alive somewhere. Mall Rats discuss Mega's escape and Slade and Ebony go out to search for him but Jay is more concerned about Ram's new computer program. Mega returns to the hotel and attacks Ram but Slade and Ebony arrive and save him. Gel makes her move but Lex falls asleep. Computer Zoot refuses to give Ram access to his programming, shuts off the power throughout the city, and denies all of Ram's attempts to regain control.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Michael Langley as Young Slade, T.J. Brown as Young Mega, Dave Randall as Fish, Danny James as Computer Zoot (uncredited)

Episode 5.51

UK: September 06 , 2003
Screenplay by Charles Hodges
Directed by Duncan Smith

Ram pleads with Computer Zoot to restore power to the city but his requests are denied. Lex is angry with Mega because his man Fish couldn't help him locate his friends so Mega offers additional help and to keep quiet about Lex's role in his escape. At the beach prison, KC and Alice witness the crazed antics of The Guardian who continues to worship Zoot. Jay asks Trudy if they can be friends again. The girls suggests to Ruby she should find out for sure if she's pregnant. Ram makes the disturbing discovery that Computer Zoot see humans a threat to all other life forms and has therefor decided to no longer provide resources to them. Gel is mad at Lex for ruining what was going to be the most important night of her life. He wants to pick up where they left off but is shot down. Jay and Amber celebrate Mega's defeat with a group of kids who are tearing down Mega's electrified fence. Ram tries to defend the human race to Computer Zoot but it plans on eliminating mankind. Power is restored briefly with tragic consequences as one of the kids on the fence is electrocuted. After fetching a pregnancy test kit, May tells Ruby she knows people who can help her if she doesn't want to be pregnant. Ram, Jay, Jack and Amber try to turn off the generator powering Computer Zoot but it is protected by lasers. Ebony asks Slade if they have a future together if Ruby is pregnant. Slade tells her if she makes him choose between her and his baby she might not like his decision. Ram learns Computer Zoot has uncovered Mega's Project Ultimate Sanction and Jack shows the others Mega's automated pharmacy which has started making something. Jay and Amber ask Mega about the project and he tells them the lab is creating a virus worse then the one that wiped out the adults — and he won't help them stop it.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Damon Andrews as The Guardian, Vanessa Stacey as Alice, Ari Boyland as K.C., Beth Chotte as Lottie, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Danny James as Computer Zoot

Episode 5.52 (series finale)

UK: September 06 , 2003
Screenplay by David Fox
Directed by Duncan Smith

Amber tells May about Ram's runaway computer program and wants news of it kept quiet but Lex overhears. Amber calls a meeting at the hotel to discuss their options and it is decided to evacuate the city. Ram appeals to Mega's vanity as his best student and gets him to admit he can disable the computer. He challenges Mega to prove the student is better than the master. Ruby is coy about being pregnant when pressed by Ebony. The mall is evacuated but Lottie gets locked inside Gel's wardrobe and is left behind. Lex and Slade work together to get past the lasers and into the hotel's generator room. As they are leaving the city, Ruby is injured when Ebony pushes her in front of a transport truck.

At the hotel, Ram and Mega go into Reality Space to interact with Computer Zoot but Ram is thrown out. Slade is caught in the sights of another laser inside the generator room as Mega alone faces off against Computer Zoot. Both destroy one another but Slade is able to be at his brother's side when he dies. With the hotel's boiler overheating and threatening to blow up and disperse the virus, everyone joins the evacuation. After meeting up with Jack and Gel on the street, Amber and Jay go back to the mall for Lottie. The Mall Rats get to a boat that will take them out of the city and, Ebony, stricken with guilt, asks Salene if Ruby's baby could have survived the accident. Salene informs her that Ruby was never pregnant. Amber and Jay rescue Lottie and join the others at the boat. As they depart, the hotel explodes releasing the deadly new virus into the city.©tzuk

Cast: Beth Allen as Amber, Caleb Ross as Lex, Meryl Cassie as Ebony, Victoria Spence as Salene, Tom Hern as Ram, James Napier as Jay, Antonia Prebble as Trudy, Laura Wilson as May, Matt Robinson as Slade, Fleur Saville as Ruby, Vicky Rodewyk as Gel, Michael Wesley Smith as Jack, Jennyfer Jewell as Ellie, Lucas Hayward as Sammy, Calan Maiava-Paris as Mega, Joseph Crawford as Darryl, Beth Chotte as Lottie, Georgia-Taylor Woods as Brady, Adam Sondej as Baby Bray, Danny James as Computer Zoot