Compared to the 2nd episode, the 3rd episode of Chernobyl was less intense and had a more sorrow tone throughout the episode. Legasov and Khomyuk seemed to have a better understanding of the state of the explosion and know what measures need to be taken to prevent as little radiation and damage as possible. Boris seems to be back to his old self of reassuring everyone that “everything is under control” as seen from his speech in the conference with Gorbechav and other officials. Legasov, on the other hand, is now seen in some scenes withholding information from the general public, such as asking Boris if he should be transparent with the coal mine chief and his speech during the conference with Gorbechav in other officials. Although the story of Ignatenko and her husband makes the whole situation more personal in that she represents the many people who have loved ones that were first responders, their story also seems to be a separate plot/entity that makes me question how Ignatenko is going to play a role in the rest of the show.