[ meet the dupes ]

Played: In the very beginning of the episode when "The Dupes" are walking down the streets of New York City. The song is also played at the end of the episode during the scene in which Rath pushes Zan in front of the truck.

In the city that never sleeps we find duplicate versions of Max, Isabel and Tess. They walk by a fruit stand and as the stand collapses, the group watches as the owners try to clean things up. Meanwhile, Isabel clears the cash register and they walk away. On their way down the street, the duplicate version of Michael suggests that they respond to an invitation. When the duplicate version of Max disagrees, Max reminds the duplicate version of Michael that "he's the man." It is obvious that these duplicate versions live very similar lives to those of Max, Michael, Isabel and Tess.

One week later in Roswell, we find Max and Liz in astronomy class. Their teacher explains the formation of a black hole, and Max and Liz both seem very interested in this. Back in New York City, Michael hi- jacks a car while Isabel uses her powers to change the license plate. The duplicate version of Tess reminds Michael and Isabel that they are a family, but Isabel does not seem too concerned about Zan, the duplicate version of Max.

At The UFO Centre, Max finds Brody, who explains that he has been tracking "activity" near New York all day long. Brody suggests, "Someone or something is trying to make contact" just as his watch timer goes off. Brody looks at his watch, explaining it is "time for dinner". Max replies that he is not hungry, but Brody tells him to take a break.

At the Crashdown, Maria tells Michael that Max called telling her he wants to have a meeting with everyone on Saturday night. When Michael explains he is busy, Maria is surprised at first. But when Michael explains he will be watching the dirt bike finals, Maria becomes upset, and explains that she is going to sing somewhere on Saturday night, and wanted him to be there.

In the car, we find the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess. Michael questions why the duplicate version of Tess hasn't said anything for the entire car ride. She replies that she understood Michael was going to convince Zan into coming with them to the summit. Michael replies that they couldn't, and so they had to take an alternative route. Isabel flips through the West Roswell yearbook, stopping on the page with Max's picture. She explains that Zan's duplicate's name is "Max Evans."

When Tess questions whether or not Max will be a good king, Isabel replies that they don't know, but will be smart about it this time. Michael explains that all they have to do is trick Max into coming back to New York with them for the summit.

Outside of town, Isabel is jogging and Max approaches her in the jeep. She explains that she has "one more mile" to go before she can talk to him, but Max uses the jeep to block her path. When Max asks her "what she is running from," she explains, "She is trying to get some exercise". Max lets her go, and he calls her Vilandra as she runs off. Isabel stops, turns, and Max asks her whether or not she is truly Vilandra. She refuses to answer him, and Max explains that it is essential they be honest to one another. Isabel resumes her jogging and Max drives away.

Back in the car, the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess chat about Max and the others. Just as Isabel makes a joke about them living "in the middle of nowhere under rocks," a police siren sounds and Valenti's truck pulls up behind their stolen car. Valenti exits his car and starts to walk towards them.

Valenti shines his flashlight into the car, finding Michael, Isabel and Tess, or so he thinks. When he questions their outrageous hairstyles and outfits, Isabel explains that they were on their way to a crazy party, one that had a "New York" theme. Valenti laughs at them, and explains they "finally look like aliens for once." Valenti asks where they got the car from and Isabel responds that they borrowed it. When Valenti questions where Max is, Isabel explains they were going to pick him up, but saw a strange car parked outside the house. Michael suggests it might be the car of an alien hunter, and Valenti volunteers to escort them to the property.

At the Crashdown, Liz watches as Max does his homework. She approaches him, and asks if he'd like anything from the kitchen before it closes. Max replies negatively and Liz becomes angry, explaining that they "can't even be around each other anymore." Liz questions why they can't at least rekindle a friendship, and Max, at a loss for words collects his stuff and leaves. Liz explains that she doesn't want Max to hate her.

We see Valenti's car pull away from the Evans' house, and the duplicates Michael, Isabel and Tess exit the car. Isabel suggests they see "what makes Max spin" and break into his room. They admire his clothes and Isabel makes the assumption that he is a total cornball. They continue to rummage through his stuff and Michael finds a picture of Liz. Just then, Mr. Evans knocks on the door and Michael runs and hides. Isabel is left nowhere to hide, and as he enters, he is shocked to see Isabel's new look. Isabel has a talk with Mr. Evans and through this talk, she learns of things that the viewer already knows: Max seeing the shrink, how Max and Isabel are fighting, etc.

Back at Brody's office, Brody suggests that he give Maria another tip for her bringing his dinner. When Brody suggests that Maria stay with him on a date, she is grossed out at first, but after Brody reconstructs the idea, she openly considers it.

In school, Michael approaches Liz, who is surprised to see how much Michael has changed since she saw him last. Michael tries hitting on Liz, but she takes it only as a joke. As Liz turns away, Michael grabs her and kisses her. She walks away, both humiliated and outraged at the same time.

At The UFO Centre, Max explains to Isabel, Michael, Maria, Tess and Liz that he believes that the black hole is somehow connected with the signal Brody is tracking. Michael and Maria seem annoyed, especially because Maria has cancelled her performance for this. Max further explains that it's been haunting him as the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess watch from the room above them. While they watch on, Isabel approaches them, explaining that he is sorry for being late. He then notices the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess and explains he didn't know they were supposed to "dress up." Alex then notices the group in the downstairs room and hurries away from the three. He makes his way downstairs and just, as Alex is about to explain what has happened, the "dupes" can be seen following Alex and meet their "dupes."

Max asks who they are and Michael explains they must be shape-shifters. Isabel then explains that they shouldn't be freaking out and Michael realizes that they must be the missing four pods. When Liz notices that there are only three of them, Michael explains they lost their fourth member in a street accident of all things. They then introduce themselves as Rath (Michael), Lonny (Isabel) and Ava (Tess). Rath explains, "Something's cooking" and asks Max if they can talk about it in private. In Brody's office, Rath informs Max that they have been contacted by the people from their home, and in order for them to meet with the ones trying to contact them that they need Max to represent as a family member. Max doesn't seem too interested.

Outside, Isabel explains to Michael why they made two batches of the pods. When Michael suggests that Lonny is from the defective group, she disagrees, and informs Michael that they are the defects because they are "too human." In the back room, Max questions Rath on his relationship with Zan. Isabel questions Lonny on what she knows about Vilandra. Lonny is surprised to see that she knows and they both admit that it is a struggle to try and hide the lives they lived on their home planet.

Inside, Max asks Rath what the war is about. Rath explains that all they know is that some kind of revolution occurred in which they were killed. He then explains they were sent to Earth to be reborn. Max seems confused, but Rath informs him that it was very important to Zan to attend the summit, and that he must step up in order to ensure the survival of their people.

Outside, Max explains to his friends that the "dupes" want him to return to New York with them to attend the summit. He then informs them that he has also said "no." On the opposite side of the room, Rath explains, "He's on it."

When Brody enters The UFO Centre, Maria thinks fast and asks Brody to breakfast with her. He is confused about why they are all there, but accepts quickly and leaves with Maria. Back at The UFO Centre, Rath, Lonny and Tess are talking about the current situation and Lonny assures them both that Max will return with them whether he likes it or not.

At Max's, Lonny sneaks into his room to find Max. Lonny apologizes for betraying him on their home planet, partly because she never got to apologize to Zan. Max is confused, but Lonny informs him of Vilandra, and how she betrayed him on their home planet.

In the street, Max finds Isabel and asks her why she lied to him about Vilandra. She becomes angry, explaining that she did nothing and shouldn't be expected to live a life on Earth when she is trying to hide one on another planet. Max doesn't understand why Isabel would lie to him, but because she has he comments that he feels like he "doesn't even know her." Isabel becomes outraged, criticising Max of being self-cantered, and in his fury, Max almost grabs her, but Michael, who approaches from behind them stops this. When Michael asks Max what he is doing, Max explains that he is "going to New York." Max walks away, and we watch as Michael comforts Isabel. When Max is out of sight, the two exchange a handshake a change back into themselves: Lonny and Rath.

In Liz's room, Liz lies on her bed and admires a picture of Max and her. Max knocks on the window and she lets him in. Max informs Liz that he can't be friends with her because he is still hanging onto everything they had together. He hands a pocket-knife that has "Max and Liz Forever" inscribed on it. He then explains that he's giving it back because he's going to New York with Lonny, Rath and Ava. Liz tries to warn him of the dangers of the granolith, but Max explains that he doesn't know if he can trust her anymore and leaves.

In the street, Max and Tess approach Lonny, Rath and Ava who are waiting for them. Just before they are about to leave, Ava recalls Rath pushing Zan into a truck before they came. It is Rath who has killed Zan. As she looks around, she notices there is not enough room for her in the car and explains at the last second that she is not going. Rath is confused and grabs her as she tries to run away. Max asks what he is doing and Rath lets her go, explaining that if she wants to stay she can.


	[ Meet the Dupes ] [ Music Listing ] Belle & Sebastian - Don't Leave The Light On Baby Played: During Max & Liz's awkward conversation in the Crashdown. Linkin Park - With You Played: In the very beginning of the episode when "The Dupes" are walking down the streets of New York City. The song is also played at the end of the episode during the scene in which Rath pushes Zan in front of the truck. Papas Fritas - What Am I Supposed To Do? Played: When Max, Tess, Rath and Lonnie leave Roswell for NYC. Glenn Campbell - Rhinestone Cowboy Played: When "The Dupes" are in the car on their way to Roswell. [ Description ] In the city that never sleeps we find duplicate versions of Max, Isabel and Tess. They walk by a fruit stand and as the stand collapses, the group watches as the owners try to clean things up. Meanwhile, Isabel clears the cash register and they walk away. On their way down the street, the duplicate version of Michael suggests that they respond to an invitation. When the duplicate version of Max disagrees, Max reminds the duplicate version of Michael that "he's the man." It is obvious that these duplicate versions live very similar lives to those of Max, Michael, Isabel and Tess. One week later in Roswell, we find Max and Liz in astronomy class. Their teacher explains the formation of a black hole, and Max and Liz both seem very interested in this. Back in New York City, Michael hi- jacks a car while Isabel uses her powers to change the license plate. The duplicate version of Tess reminds Michael and Isabel that they are a family, but Isabel does not seem too concerned about Zan, the duplicate version of Max. At The UFO Centre, Max finds Brody, who explains that he has been tracking "activity" near New York all day long. Brody suggests, "Someone or something is trying to make contact" just as his watch timer goes off. Brody looks at his watch, explaining it is "time for dinner". Max replies that he is not hungry, but Brody tells him to take a break. At the Crashdown, Maria tells Michael that Max called telling her he wants to have a meeting with everyone on Saturday night. When Michael explains he is busy, Maria is surprised at first. But when Michael explains he will be watching the dirt bike finals, Maria becomes upset, and explains that she is going to sing somewhere on Saturday night, and wanted him to be there. In the car, we find the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess. Michael questions why the duplicate version of Tess hasn't said anything for the entire car ride. She replies that she understood Michael was going to convince Zan into coming with them to the summit. Michael replies that they couldn't, and so they had to take an alternative route. Isabel flips through the West Roswell yearbook, stopping on the page with Max's picture. She explains that Zan's duplicate's name is "Max Evans." When Tess questions whether or not Max will be a good king, Isabel replies that they don't know, but will be smart about it this time. Michael explains that all they have to do is trick Max into coming back to New York with them for the summit. Outside of town, Isabel is jogging and Max approaches her in the jeep. She explains that she has "one more mile" to go before she can talk to him, but Max uses the jeep to block her path. When Max asks her "what she is running from," she explains, "She is trying to get some exercise". Max lets her go, and he calls her Vilandra as she runs off. Isabel stops, turns, and Max asks her whether or not she is truly Vilandra. She refuses to answer him, and Max explains that it is essential they be honest to one another. Isabel resumes her jogging and Max drives away. Back in the car, the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess chat about Max and the others. Just as Isabel makes a joke about them living "in the middle of nowhere under rocks," a police siren sounds and Valenti's truck pulls up behind their stolen car. Valenti exits his car and starts to walk towards them. Valenti shines his flashlight into the car, finding Michael, Isabel and Tess, or so he thinks. When he questions their outrageous hairstyles and outfits, Isabel explains that they were on their way to a crazy party, one that had a "New York" theme. Valenti laughs at them, and explains they "finally look like aliens for once." Valenti asks where they got the car from and Isabel responds that they borrowed it. When Valenti questions where Max is, Isabel explains they were going to pick him up, but saw a strange car parked outside the house. Michael suggests it might be the car of an alien hunter, and Valenti volunteers to escort them to the property. At the Crashdown, Liz watches as Max does his homework. She approaches him, and asks if he'd like anything from the kitchen before it closes. Max replies negatively and Liz becomes angry, explaining that they "can't even be around each other anymore." Liz questions why they can't at least rekindle a friendship, and Max, at a loss for words collects his stuff and leaves. Liz explains that she doesn't want Max to hate her. We see Valenti's car pull away from the Evans' house, and the duplicates Michael, Isabel and Tess exit the car. Isabel suggests they see "what makes Max spin" and break into his room. They admire his clothes and Isabel makes the assumption that he is a total cornball. They continue to rummage through his stuff and Michael finds a picture of Liz. Just then, Mr. Evans knocks on the door and Michael runs and hides. Isabel is left nowhere to hide, and as he enters, he is shocked to see Isabel's new look. Isabel has a talk with Mr. Evans and through this talk, she learns of things that the viewer already knows: Max seeing the shrink, how Max and Isabel are fighting, etc. Back at Brody's office, Brody suggests that he give Maria another tip for her bringing his dinner. When Brody suggests that Maria stay with him on a date, she is grossed out at first, but after Brody reconstructs the idea, she openly considers it. In school, Michael approaches Liz, who is surprised to see how much Michael has changed since she saw him last. Michael tries hitting on Liz, but she takes it only as a joke. As Liz turns away, Michael grabs her and kisses her. She walks away, both humiliated and outraged at the same time. At The UFO Centre, Max explains to Isabel, Michael, Maria, Tess and Liz that he believes that the black hole is somehow connected with the signal Brody is tracking. Michael and Maria seem annoyed, especially because Maria has cancelled her performance for this. Max further explains that it's been haunting him as the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess watch from the room above them. While they watch on, Isabel approaches them, explaining that he is sorry for being late. He then notices the duplicate versions of Michael, Isabel and Tess and explains he didn't know they were supposed to "dress up." Alex then notices the group in the downstairs room and hurries away from the three. He makes his way downstairs and just, as Alex is about to explain what has happened, the "dupes" can be seen following Alex and meet their "dupes." Max asks who they are and Michael explains they must be shape-shifters. Isabel then explains that they shouldn't be freaking out and Michael realizes that they must be the missing four pods. When Liz notices that there are only three of them, Michael explains they lost their fourth member in a street accident of all things. They then introduce themselves as Rath (Michael), Lonny (Isabel) and Ava (Tess). Rath explains, "Something's cooking" and asks Max if they can talk about it in private. In Brody's office, Rath informs Max that they have been contacted by the people from their home, and in order for them to meet with the ones trying to contact them that they need Max to represent as a family member. Max doesn't seem too interested. Outside, Isabel explains to Michael why they made two batches of the pods. When Michael suggests that Lonny is from the defective group, she disagrees, and informs Michael that they are the defects because they are "too human." In the back room, Max questions Rath on his relationship with Zan. Isabel questions Lonny on what she knows about Vilandra. Lonny is surprised to see that she knows and they both admit that it is a struggle to try and hide the lives they lived on their home planet. Inside, Max asks Rath what the war is about. Rath explains that all they know is that some kind of revolution occurred in which they were killed. He then explains they were sent to Earth to be reborn. Max seems confused, but Rath informs him that it was very important to Zan to attend the summit, and that he must step up in order to ensure the survival of their people. Outside, Max explains to his friends that the "dupes" want him to return to New York with them to attend the summit. He then informs them that he has also said "no." On the opposite side of the room, Rath explains, "He's on it." When Brody enters The UFO Centre, Maria thinks fast and asks Brody to breakfast with her. He is confused about why they are all there, but accepts quickly and leaves with Maria. Back at The UFO Centre, Rath, Lonny and Tess are talking about the current situation and Lonny assures them both that Max will return with them whether he likes it or not. At Max's, Lonny sneaks into his room to find Max. Lonny apologizes for betraying him on their home planet, partly because she never got to apologize to Zan. Max is confused, but Lonny informs him of Vilandra, and how she betrayed him on their home planet. In the street, Max finds Isabel and asks her why she lied to him about Vilandra. She becomes angry, explaining that she did nothing and shouldn't be expected to live a life on Earth when she is trying to hide one on another planet. Max doesn't understand why Isabel would lie to him, but because she has he comments that he feels like he "doesn't even know her." Isabel becomes outraged, criticising Max of being self-cantered, and in his fury, Max almost grabs her, but Michael, who approaches from behind them stops this. When Michael asks Max what he is doing, Max explains that he is "going to New York." Max walks away, and we watch as Michael comforts Isabel. When Max is out of sight, the two exchange a handshake a change back into themselves: Lonny and Rath. In Liz's room, Liz lies on her bed and admires a picture of Max and her. Max knocks on the window and she lets him in. Max informs Liz that he can't be friends with her because he is still hanging onto everything they had together. He hands a pocket-knife that has "Max and Liz Forever" inscribed on it. He then explains that he's giving it back because he's going to New York with Lonny, Rath and Ava. Liz tries to warn him of the dangers of the granolith, but Max explains that he doesn't know if he can trust her anymore and leaves. In the street, Max and Tess approach Lonny, Rath and Ava who are waiting for them. Just before they are about to leave, Ava recalls Rath pushing Zan into a truck before they came. It is Rath who has killed Zan. As she looks around, she notices there is not enough room for her in the car and explains at the last second that she is not going. Rath is confused and grabs her as she tries to run away. Max asks what he is doing and Rath lets her go, explaining that if she wants to stay she can. Rath, Lonny, Max and Tess get into the car and drive out of Roswell. To be continued...