[s1e2] Soul Hunter Review

: A second Soul Hunter arrives and warns Sinclair that the first one is a "renegade" who has begun murdering people to collect their souls instead of waiting for natural death.

is the second episode of the first season of the science fiction series Babylon 5 , originally aired on February 2, 1994. Written by series creator J. Michael Straczynski , the episode explores the concepts of life, death, and the soul through the arrival of a member of an ancient alien race. Plot Summary

: Ambassador Delenn reacts with uncharacteristic violence upon seeing the alien, explaining that Minbari believe Soul Hunters steal souls and prevent them from being reborn.

: The first Soul Hunter kidnaps Delenn, intending to kill her and take her soul. During the attempt, he glimpses her "soul" and is shocked by her secret plans for the future.

: The episode provides critical backstory for Delenn, revealing her membership in the Grey Council (the Minbari ruling body) and her presence at the death of the leader Dukhat , which triggered the Earth-Minbari War. Notable Themes and Foreshadowing