In the thrilling episode "The Harbinger" of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, the team's anticipation for Fennec Shand's vital information simmers with tension. Omega and Batcher, the loyal hound, embark on a daring exploration of a cavernous lair, only to stumble upon an abandoned ship shrouded in mystery. From the shadows, Asajj Ventress, the formidable ex-Sith apprentice, materializes like a nightmare, lunging menacingly towards Omega. Hunter, Crosshair, and Wrecker rush to the scene, their hearts pounding, as Ventress surprisingly releases Omega unharmed.
Ventress finally unravels the veil surrounding the Empire's enigmatic "M-count" experiments, where 'M' stands for Midichlorians—the elusive particles that empower Force-sensitives. Omega possesses an astonishingly high M-count, a fact that has the Empire salivating over her blood. Amidst the Batch's skepticism, Ventress conducts a test to confirm Omega's Force-sensitivity.
As Omega ascends the towering peak of Pabu to retrieve a flower, the Batch, fueled by mistrust, engages Ventress in a fierce confrontation. Omega's timely return halts the clash, her eyes filled with compassion as she listens to Ventress's cryptic tale laced with years of turmoil. She persuades the others to grant Ventress a chance, initiating a series of rigorous Force training sessions.
However, Omega struggles to grasp the concept of the Force, rendering Ventress's methods futile. In a display of raw power, Ventress conjures a school of radiant fish, but inadvertently awakens a colossal sea monster that threatens to engulf them all. With swift action, Ventress harnesses the Force to soothe the beast's fury, rescuing Omega from its jaws. The Batch swoops in for the rescue, their hearts softened towards Ventress as they witness her bravery.
Yet, the mystery deepens as Omega's M-count, typically indicative of formidable Force abilities, fails to manifest any innate talent. Crosshair and Hunter sense her hidden agenda, yet Ventress underscores the urgency: the Empire's relentless pursuit of Omega knows no bounds. This revelation binds the unlikely allies together, their shared mission to protect Omega from the Empire's sinister grasp now more urgent than ever.
