We look at the season two finale of Babylon 5, "The Fall of Night," which marks a crucial turning point in the series. As the Centauri Republic expands aggressively, Captain Sheridan grants sanctuary to a fleeing Narn warship, setting up a conflict. Earth's Ministry of Peace arrives to negotiate a non-aggression treaty with the Centauri, raising concerns about appeasement. The episode highlights the growing influence of the authoritarian Nightwatch program on the station.

Tensions escalate into a standoff between Babylon 5 and a Centauri warship over the Narn vessel. The climax features Ambassador Kosh revealing his true form to save Sheridan, hinting at a larger cosmic conflict. The episode concludes with Commander Ivanova's narration, stating that while Babylon 5's peace mission has failed, it has become humanity's last hope for victory i ...