Writer Al Ewing creates a Kiefer Sutherland-styled ticking clock as the crew of the Vihaan 2 watch almost certain death approach from two directions and wrestles with what their own skills and experience can bring to solve the situation. On the other side of the coin, Richter has the cold, patient ruthlessness of Pepe le Pew with none of his #metoo-oblivious whimsy. She knows full well that her trip is likely one way and intends to make sure it’s that way for everyone else.