Series 5 Episode 21

Series 5 Episode 21
Directed by	Murray Keane
Written by	Marie MacNeill
Original air date	May 24, 2003
Run time	25:00
Cast
Starring	Beth Allen - Amber Caleb Ross - Lex Meryl Cassie - Ebony Victoria Spence - Salene Tom Hern - Ram James Napier - Jay Megan Alatini - Java Monique Cassie - Siva Jacinta Wawatai - Mouse Antonia Prebble - Trudy Laura Wilson - May Matt Robinson - Slade Fleur Saville - Ruby Vicky Rodewyk - Gel Michael Wesley-Smith - Jack Jennyfer Jewell - Ellie Lucas Hayward - Sammy Calen Maiava-Paris - Mega Joseph Crawford - Darryl Georgia-Taylor Woods - Brady Adam Sondej - Baby Bray
Chronology
←	Series 5 Episode 20
→	Series 5 Episode 22

Series 5 Episode 21 is the 229th episode of The Tribe.

Synopsis

Ebony denies there was anyone in her room with her when Siva questions her. As chaos rages outside the mall, Salene is drinking and is unhelpful when Mouse comes to her having had a bad dream. Java tells Siva they need to convince Ebony that she only imagined Zoot being killed but Siva doesn't want to be a part of the deception prompting Java to tell her she can take her chances on the street.

Ellie is forced to intervene when she finds Gel telling Jack that she dreamt about him. Jay comes to the aid of a girl being roughed up by Mega's men and discovers that Mega is now tattooing barcodes on the kids' arms. Jay is outraged but Mega convinces him it is for the kids' own protection. Java takes her concerns about Siva to Mega who remains unconcerned so long as Java keeps her onboard and Ebony continues to receive her regular dose of Paradise.

Jack lies to Ellie when she inquires about the state of their relationship. When he finally tells her the truth she surprises him by wanting to consummate their relationship. Slade returns to the Saloon with more computer gear for Ram and finally tells him his grand plan on the promise he keep it a secret. Mouse finds Salene's stash of empty bottles and confronts her about her drinking. Mega's men barge into the mall to give out new work assignments and Sammy is first on their list.

Knowing Ruby is pining for Slade, Lex tells her Slade has the hots for Ebony. May is frustrated at having to go back to work in the mines but Mega is deaf to her issues and asks her to spy on Siva, showing her Stat's testimony video again to get her to cooperate.

Ruby tells Lex if he wants to impress her he should tell his Mall Rat friends about Mega's con and calls him a coward for not going back to the city. Slade returns to the school to see Ebony who is waiting for him. Amber is angered to learn from Jay and Trudy that Mega wants to brand them all with IDs.

Trivia

• Ellie debuts a new tribestyle in this episode. She will wear it for the reminder of the season.
• Salene debuts a new face markings in this episode. She will have them for the reminder of the season.
• This marks the first time Jack and Ellie have consummated their relationship since they became a couple back in Series 2.
• When the Technos are looking for Sammy in the Mall, the names of Ryan, Mouse, Ram and KC can be seen spray painted on the walls behind the Mall Rats.