Season 2

Original Airdates: 1993-1994

By the second season, Deep Space Nine had successfully developed its own identity. Its underlying plot and characters were well defined as the season concentrated heavily on developing its rich set of supporting characters, including Vedek Bareil, Winn Adami, Elim Garak, Gul Dukat, Rom, and Nog.

Bajoran politics and the impact of the Cardassian Occupation are explored deeply. The introduction of The Maquis – a rebel group living in or near the demilitarized zone – lays groundwork for the next Trek spinoff (Voyager). The first mirror universe episode since The Original Series debuts, which will be revisited several times throughout DS9’s run.

Most importantly, Season 2 introduces The Dominium, through subtle hints that lead up to the season finale cliffhanger. The Dominion will ultimately take center stage in driving DS9’s momentum.

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    2-01: Homecoming
    In hopes of reuniting Bajor in the midst of a growing power struggle, Kira and Miles rescue an idolized war hero from a Cardassian labor camp.
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  • 2-02: The Circle
    While on a spiritual retreat, Kira is kidnapped by The Circle as the Bajoran political coup escalates.
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  • 2-03: The Siege
    Forced to abandon the station, Sisko and his crew work to stop The Circle.
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  • 2-04: Invasive Procedures
    A rejected Trill tries to steal the Dax symbiont for himself.
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  • 2-05: Cardassians
    Controversy ensues when a Cardassian boy who’s guardian is a Bajoran arrives on DS9.
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  • 2-06: Melora
    Bashir falls in love with a new Starfleet officer with unique physical needs.
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  • 2-07: Rules of Acquisition
    While on business in the Gamma Quadrant, Quark is stunned to learn that his new business partner is a woman.
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  • 2-08: Necessary Evil
    While investigating a murder attempt on Quark, Kira learns of Odo’s shameful past.
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  • 2-09: Second Sight
    Sisko is enchanted with a married woman whom appears to be imaginary.
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  • 2-10: Sanctuary
    While on business in the Gamma Quadrant, Quark is stunned to learn that his new Ferengi business acquaintance is a woman.
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  • 2-11: Rivals
    Quark fends off competition from a swindler who opens a casino next door.
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  • 2-12: The Alternate
    Odo investigates a possible link to his origins in the Gamma Quadrant.
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  • 2-13: Armageddon Game
    Miles and Bashir, believed dead, seek refuge when they are caught in the middle of a war.
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  • 2-14: Whispers
    When Miles returns from a mission, he senses everyone’s peculiar behavior around him.
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  • 2-15: Paradise
    Sisko and Miles become stranded with other Starfleet survivors on a planet where technology is useless.
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  • 2-16: Shadowplay
    Odo and Jadzia help a village investigate why their people are disappearing.
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  • 2-17: Playing God
    Dax hosts her first Trill initiate while a growing micro-universe is discovered that endangers Bajor.
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  • 2-18: Profit and Loss
    Quark’s former Cardassian lover is discovered to be a wanted member of the Cardassian dissident movement.
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  • 2-19: Blood Oath
    Jadzia honors a vengeful blood oath made between Curzon Dax and a group of iconic Klingon warriors.
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  • 2-20: The Maquis, Part I
    Sisko and Dukat investigate The Maquis, a growing anti-Cardassian group that engages in terrorist activities.
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  • 2-21: The Maquis, Part II
    Sisko continues efforts to stop The Maquis.
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  • 2-22: The Wire
    Dr. Bashir works to save Garak’s life when an implant malfunctions.
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  • 2-23: Crossover
    An unknown phenomenon sends Bashir and Kira to an alternative universe, one where the Bajorans run forced labor aboard DS9.
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  • 2-24: The Collaborator
    Vedek Bareil is accused to have been a Cardassian collaborator during the Occupation.
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  • 2-25: Tribunal
    Miles face criminal changes in a Cardassian tribunal, where his verdict is pre-determined.
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  • 2-26: The Jem’Hadar
    On a field trip to the Gamma Quadrant, Sisko, Jake, Nog, and Quark are introduced to a ruthless enemy.
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