Two sisters living within the safe confines of a midwest community clash over Campus Colony's new alignment with the enigmatic Civic Republic Militia, until a message from their father upends their world.
Beyond the community's walls the group makes their way to a legendary fire that has been burning for years, while recoking with the fact that they may not be prepared to take on the "empties." As Felix and Huck pursue, Felix grapples with memories of his past and his family.
Felix and Huck catch up as the group moves carefully through the tire yard Hope takes it upon herself to clear them a path. Meanwhile, Silas recalls his sordid past.
Undeterred from their mission, the group finds shelter from a storm inside an abandoned high school – where they encounter signs of a deadly new threat. As Iris reflects on what the old world was like, Hope remembers her last days with her father.
The group works together to build a boat in order to cross the Mississippi River, as Elton struggles with his past trauma. Meanwhile Felix plans to steer the kids back home.
The group comes upon a stranger who claims to have a truck they can use to get where they are going – if only they will help him get it back from the people who stole it.
After reuniting with Huck the group and their new friends make plans to find a Republic fuel cache to support their mission. Meanwhile Huck reflects on her past as a military officer at the outbreak of the apocalypse.
After a bloody confrontation the group debates whether they can continue onward with Silas, who may not be able to control his violent temper – as Silas is forced to reckon with the memory of his past actions.
The group continues on the road to New York, unaware that someone close to them is in league with the Civil Republic. Meanwhile Elton catches up with Percy, and Felix remembers a personal loss.
As Elton and Silas are reunited, as Iris and Felix get back on the road – and Hope determines to confront Huck. In New York, Leo's new love interest considers telling him a difficult truth.
