Stargate SG-1 - S4E17

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Absolute Power

Series 4, episode 17

Written by Robert C. Cooper

Directed by Peter DeLuise

Originally Aired On: Friday, 19 January 2001

Episode Rating: 4 star rating

SG-1 is called to Abydos to investigate a strange phenomenon: a whirling sandstorm that seems to whisper Daniel's name. When they confront the twisting tempest, it dissolves to reveal a young boy who introduces himself as Shifu, the Harsesis. Shifu is brought back to Stargate Command where he undergoes a series of tests. They reveal Shifu is physically normal. But it is apparent to all that the young boy is wise beyond his years. Possessing the genetic memory of the Goa'uld, he will undoubtedly prove a powerful weapon against the System Lords. Faced with this prospect, the Harsesis child sets out to teach Daniel a lesson - by imbuing him with the sought-after genetic memories and launching him on a spiritual journey. Ultimately, Daniel must face a difficult challenge. Will he use his newfound knowledge to change the world for the better, or will he allow this knowledge to change him for the worse?

Cast

Image for Richard Dean AndersonRichard Dean AndersonCol. Jack O'Neill
Image for Michael ShanksMichael ShanksDr. Daniel Jackson
Image for Amanda TappingAmanda TappingMajor Samantha Carter
Image for Christopher JudgeChristopher JudgeTeal'c
Image for Don S. DavisDon S. DavisMajor General George Hammond
Image for Erick AvariErick AvariKasuf
Coleen ChristieReporter
Image for Colin CunninghamColin CunninghamMajor Paul Davis
William deVryAldwyn
Barbara FixxRear Tech
Jenn ForgieRight Tech
Lane GatesShifu
Michelle HarrisonAssistant
Image for Gary JonesGary JonesSgt. Walter Harriman
Image for Teryl RotheryTeryl RotheryDr. Janet Fraiser
Yee Jee TsoLeft Tech
June B. WildeMaid
Image for Peter WilliamsPeter WilliamsApophis
Stephen W. WilliamsGeneral Vidrine