Deadwood ushers in some new arrivals on the stagecoach: Jack Langrishe, a flamboyant stage promoter and Aunt Lou Marchbanks, Hearst's longtime cook who settles in nicely as the Grand Central chef.

While Alma officially opens the bank of Deadwood, Langrishe asks Joanie whether she's willing to sell the Chez Ami, so he can make it into a theatre.

Still in search of the lost oyster, Julio half-heartedly strikes a deal to create a project for a corporation. But when Vanesja gets a surprising call about Julio’s rejected work, an exciting new opportunity emerges.

Despite his enemies’ attempts to smoke him out, Oz seeks to expand his reach in the city. Meanwhile, Victor crosses paths with a former adversary.

Convinced that the General's military operation is doomed, the Captain searches for ways to expose the mission and save Bon.