Episode 1

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**Cold Open:**

- **Scene:** A voiceover from Kara Danvers introduces herself, explaining her origin as Kara Zor-El from Krypton, sent to Earth to protect her cousin, Kal-El (Superman). However, her pod got knocked off course and by the time she arrived on Earth, Kal-El was already grown and had become Superman.
- **Visuals:** Quick montage of Krypton exploding, young Kara in her pod, her pod getting knocked off course, and her arrival on Earth.
- **Voiceover:** "By the time I got here, my cousin had already grown up and become Superman. I hid my powers for years, but now it's time to step into the light. My name is Kara Zor-El, and I am Supergirl."

**Act 1:**

- **Scene 1:** National City, Present Day. Kara Danvers, in her mid-20s, works at CatCo Worldwide Media. We see her bustling through the office, fetching coffee, and juggling tasks for her demanding boss, Cat Grant.
- **Dialogue:** Cat Grant gives Kara a hard time, showcasing her tough demeanor. James Olsen, a recent transfer from Metropolis, is introduced as a new colleague and potential love interest. Kara and her best friend, Winn Schott, share a light-hearted moment, highlighting their close friendship.
- **Scene 2:** Kara's apartment. Kara shares a heartfelt conversation with her adoptive sister, Alex Danvers. Alex is supportive but concerned about Kara's reluctance to use her powers. They discuss the challenges of hiding her abilities and the potential dangers of revealing herself.
- **Scene 3:** National City Airport. A flight carrying Alex and other passengers faces a critical engine failure. In a moment of desperation, Kara decides to use her powers publicly for the first time to save the plane.
- **Visuals:** Kara flying into action, saving the plane, and landing it safely on a bridge. The public's reaction is a mix of awe and fear. News coverage of the event quickly spreads, dubbing the mysterious savior as "Supergirl."

**Act 2:**

- **Scene 4:** CatCo Worldwide Media. Cat Grant demands an exclusive on the mysterious new hero. Kara struggles to maintain her secret identity while dealing with the newfound media frenzy.
- **Scene 5:** DEO (Department of Extranormal Operations) Headquarters. Kara is introduced to the DEO, led by Hank Henshaw. Alex reveals she is an agent of the DEO, and they explain their mission to protect Earth from extraterrestrial threats. Kara meets her new team and learns about the escaped prisoners from Fort Rozz, a Kryptonian prison that crashed on Earth when Krypton exploded.
- **Dialogue:** Hank Henshaw is initially skeptical of Kara, but Alex vouches for her. Kara is briefed on the threat posed by Vartox, an escaped prisoner who has already started causing trouble in National City.
- **Scene 6:** Kara's apartment. Kara and Alex have a heart-to-heart about their childhood and the responsibilities of being a hero. Alex gives Kara her old Kryptonian blanket, which Kara fashions into her new costume.

**Act 3:**

- **Scene 7:** National City. Kara, now in her Supergirl costume, tracks down Vartox. They engage in a fierce battle across the city. Vartox taunts Kara, claiming she is not strong enough to stop him.
- **Visuals:** High-intensity fight scenes showcasing Kara's powers and Vartox's brute strength. Buildings and streets are damaged, and civilians are in danger.
- **Scene 8:** DEO Headquarters. The DEO monitors the battle, and Hank Henshaw reluctantly sends in backup to support Kara. Alex coordinates efforts from the command center.
- **Scene 9:** Final Battle. Kara ultimately overpowers Vartox by tapping into her full strength and determination. She defeats him and hands him over to the DEO, earning the respect of Hank Henshaw and the DEO team.

**Act 4:**

- **Scene 10:** CatCo Worldwide Media. Kara returns to work, exhausted but triumphant. Cat Grant praises the mysterious Supergirl in her column, while still pushing for an exclusive interview.
- **Dialogue:** Kara and James Olsen share a moment, hinting at a budding friendship (or more). James reveals he knows Superman and offers to help Kara navigate her new role as a hero.
- **Scene 11:** DEO Headquarters. Kara officially joins the DEO as an agent, with Alex by her side. Hank Henshaw gives Kara a communicator, symbolizing her new partnership with the DEO.
- **Scene 12:** Kara's apartment. Kara and Alex celebrate her first victory. Kara looks out over the city, determined to protect it as Supergirl.

**Tag Scene:**

- **Scene:** A shadowy figure, revealed to be Kara's aunt Astra, watches news footage of Supergirl's debut. She speaks ominously about a coming war and her plans for Kara.

**End Credits**

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This pilot episode sets up Kara's journey from a normal life to becoming Supergirl, introduces key characters, and establishes the main conflict and villains for the season.

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