Written as both an informative history lesson, and a formative history lesson of H.J. Jr. as are all of the other episodes. Very few of us, even the most adventurous, experience a 24/7/365 life of excitement and danger. Some parts of our lives contribute to our thoughtful outlook on life. Hardship of a sort other than battle, builds mettle. Lucas has done well to weave both a history lesson, and a background history for one of his most admired characters.