[s2e1] The Sacred Non-repeating Number 100%
: It is eventually revealed that Shlorpian society was divided into two classes: the rich and the poor. The London Shlorpians represent the lower class, which Korvo initially admires for their perceived "purity" and conventional gear, unaware of the reality of their situation. Subplot: The Pupa and RoboCop
The episode begins with the alien family attempting to leave Earth after repairing their ship, only to crash back down immediately due to Terry overloading it with Earth junk. While mourning their failure, Korvo detects a distress signal from other Shlorpians living in London. The London Shlorpians [S2E1] The Sacred Non-Repeating Number
: The episode features a notable "Offscreen Moment of Awesome" where a massive battle is skipped in favor of a handwritten note asking Hulu for more budget. : It is eventually revealed that Shlorpian society
: The show uses the British Shlorpians to mock national stereotypes (eating garbage, self-flagellation) and the arbitrary nature of religious rules. If you'd like, I can provide more details on: The recurring "The Wall" subplot from this season. While mourning their failure, Korvo detects a distress
Korvo and Terry travel to London, where they find a group of Shlorpians living in the sewers. Unlike the protagonists, these aliens have fully embraced British culture and live according to a strict, cult-like religious hierarchy.
While Korvo and Terry are in London, Yumyulack and Jesse deal with the Pupa, who has become terrified of RoboCop after watching the 80s movie. In a surreal turn of events, a real RoboCop appears in the Pupa's bedroom, only for the Pupa to shoot and "kill" him—a moment the family interprets as heartwarming growth. Key Themes and Production Notes