The episode highlights the team's fieldcraft, specifically "urban tracking" techniques used by Callen and Sam when they lose their technology.
For those looking for details on Original Air Date: December 17, 2013. [S5E12] Merry Evasion
While the team is in LA, Kensi is on a dangerous mission in Afghanistan hunting the "White Ghost". She is joined by Vostanik Sabatino and learns the grim fate of the sniper she replaced. The episode highlights the team's fieldcraft
Callen and Sam are ambushed while transporting Lily and must go "dark," navigating Los Angeles on foot without their usual tech support. Key Character Developments [S5E12] Merry Evasion