Franklin Ajaye

Ends 12/31/13. 'Leviathan Smiles.' The Pioneer edition featuring Bullock's letter is published, raising concerns about Hearst's response. Erstwhile lawman Wyatt Earp and his brother Morgan ride into town, having defended a stagecoach against sabotage. Maintaining that they intend to work on a timber lease won in a card game, some question the brothers' actual motives. Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU

Ends 12/31/13. 'Unauthorized Cinnamon.' Odell makes Hearst a proposition involving 'the color,' causing his mother to fret for his safety. The camp elders hold another Gem meeting, complete with peaches and cinnamon, to map out a strategy to deal with Hearst. Their solution, proposed by Bullock via a letter to the family of a slain Cornishman, promises to make news in 'The Pioneer.' Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU

Ends 12/31/13. 'A Rich Find.' Aunt Lou's long-lost son, Odell Marchbanks, arrives in Deadwood after a circuitous trip from Liberia, although his mother soon attempts to orchestrate his immediate departure. Bullock and Swearengen contemplate a preemptive strike against Hearst, whose ire has been inflamed overnight. Alma's bad habits lose her Trixie's bank services. Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU

Ends 12/31/13. 'A Two-Headed Beast.' Enabled by Leon, Alma reverts to her bad habits, though she's able to exhibit enough charm to get Merrick to endorse her bank's liquidity during a crisis. Swearengen, still trying to decipher Hearst's intentions, finally finds use for Farnum. Dority rises to Captain Turner's challenge, driving Hearst to the Bella Union, where Bullock hands him an earful. Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU

Ends 12/31/13. 'Full Faith and Credit.' Amidst as much fanfare as Deadwood can muster, Alma opens Deadwood's first bank. Cochran ministers to Tolliver, but it's unclear now who's sicker. Hostetler and Fields return to Deadwood, looking to settle scores and move on. Captain Turner throws down a gauntlet to Dority, who hesitates to pick it up. Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU

Ends 12/31/13. 'Amalgamation and Capital.' Merrick goes overboard printing rumors in the 'Pioneer,' earning rebuke from Swearengen. Tolliver aims to fleece Mose Manuel of his bloodstained profits. Utter's enraged when Wolcott interrupts his and Bullock's interrogation of Mose. Alma's note causes Swearengen to amend his deal with Miss Isringhausen. Jane and Stubbs continue their alliance. Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU

Ends 12/31/13. 'Complications.' As a convalescing Swearengen bridles, Cochran schools Burns and Dority in how best to assist his recovery. Alma is also feeling unwell, in the mornings. Unexpected profits at the Chez Ami lead Tolliver to a discovery about Wolcott. Bullock protects Commissioner Jarry from an angry mob, which redirects its ire. Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU