[s2e6] — Something Very Expensive

: The episode highlights how the "expensive" transition from a lawless camp to a corporate-owned town involves the sacrifice of personal agency and human lives.

: The influence of George Hearst grows as his geologist agent, Francis Wolcott, continues to acquire gold claims through intimidation. [S2E6] Something Very Expensive

Left devastated and terrified by the carnage in her establishment. : The episode highlights how the "expensive" transition

is the title of the sixth episode of the second season of the HBO original series Deadwood . [S2E6] Something Very Expensive

Finally recovered enough to honor appointments , he remains wary of Hearst's long-term moves.

: Through Wolcott, the show illustrates how the wealth represented by George Hearst treats people as disposable resources .