Lexx (1997)

S2E1 Mantrid

Title: Mantrid Plot: With remnants of His Shadow influencing him, Kai persuades Stanley to revisit the ancient ruins of Cluster in the Light universe to hunt for additional protoblood. Upon their arrival, they discover insect larvae, but unfortunately, it remains dormant and fails to generate any protoblood. Undeterred, Kai pushes for a visit to Mantrid, a notorious scientist who may hold the key to awakening the larvae.