Francis Wolcott, chief scout for a powerful mining operation, arrives to shake up the status quo - beginning with Cy Tolliver. Swearengen's lackeys fret as he refuses visitors and medical attention. Joanie's new partner, Maddie, reveals she's also running a game as their new brothel, the Chez Ami, services its first customer.—WyattJones
Al Swearengen has locked himself in his office and refuses to let anyone in. He's in extreme pain and unable to urinate. Eventually Doc Cochran orders them to break down the door. Trixie is beside herself with worry over Al's condition leading to harsh words with Sol Star. Seth Bullock is establishing himself in his new home with his wife. Tongues are wagging when Francis Wolcott, a surveyor and engineer for the Hearst empire, arrives in camp. Joanie Stubbs and her new partner open their house, the Chez Ami, to their first customer who happens to have peculiar tastes and interests.—garykmcd