After a devastating riot, the inmates of Litchfield Penitentiary are transferred to Litchfield Max, a high-security prison where they face harsher conditions and new dangers. Among them is Taystee, who is wrongly accused of a guard's murder and desperately fights for her freedom. Piper, a former inmate, navigates the brutal new environment while hoping for an early release, and her girlfriend, Alex, becomes deeply entangled in the dangerous politics of the rival cell blocks.

The season's central conflict revolves around the escalating war between two notorious sisters, Carol and Barb, who lead opposing blocks and manipulate other inmates, creating a volatile atmosphere. Guards even participate in a "fantasy inmate" draft, gambling on the prisoners. Taystee's trial for the murder of Piscatella, a guard, becomes a major focus, as she struggles to prove her innocence. The grim reality of their past is highlighted with the revelation of Kukudio's death during the riot. As tensions rise, Alex makes a deal with Carol to protect Piper, further drawing her into the block war.

Ultimately, Piper secures an early release and marries Alex in a prison ceremony. However, Taystee is found guilty of Piscatella's murder and sentenced to life in prison. The warring sisters, Carol and Barb, kill each other in a violent confrontation. In a final twist, Blanca is released from prison only to be immediately taken into ICE custody.

Season 6 of Orange Is the New Black covers episodes 1-13. Here's everything that happened:

Season 6, Episode 1: Who Knows Better Than I - The inmates arrive at Litchfield Max following the riot. Suzanne hallucinates and undergoes a psych evaluation. The guards participate in a "Fantasy Inmate" draft, gambling on the inmates. Frieda attempts suicide. Taystee encounters an old friend, Tamika, now a CO. Suzanne is moved to general population at the end of the episode.

Season 6, Episode 2: Shitstorm Coming - The feds seek scapegoats, aiming to hand out harsh sentences. Cindy's past is explored, revealing her teenage pregnancy. Caputo tries to improve his life but learns Fig has his job. Piper gets a new roommate who reveals she murdered her children. The episode concludes with inmates facing the reality of their situation.

Season 6, Episode 3: Look Out for Number One - Linda makes a power play and becomes the Senior VP after being mistaken as an inmate. Piper mistakenly believes Alex is dead after misinterpreting a message. Frieda cuts a deal with the FBI, potentially implicating Red. The inmates experience the harsh realities of Gen Pop, including hazing rituals.

Season 6, Episode 4: I'm the Talking Ass - Nicky is pressured to implicate Red to avoid a 70-year sentence. Taystee learns she's being charged with Piscatella's murder and seeks Caputo's help. Piper and Alex reunite in C-Block. Kukudio's death during the riot is revealed. Aleida starts selling herbal products. The episode ends with Taystee asking Caputo for help.

Season 6, Episode 5: Mischief Mischief - Halloween brings pranks and chaos as the COs start a fantasy inmate draft. Pennsatucky decides to turn herself in. Caputo's efforts to help Taystee are thwarted by Linda. Rats invade the kitchen, and someone attempts to drown Maria in a toilet. The episode concludes with Frieda securing Suzanne as a roommate.

Season 6, Episode 6: State of the Uterus - Daddy faces backlash for the rat/cheese incident, leading to rising tensions between blocks. Badison seeks revenge. Flaca searches for a radio show co-host. Lorna discovers some perks to being pregnant. Red is moved to general population. The episode concludes with Daddy and Daya growing closer amidst the block tensions.

Season 6, Episode 7: Changing Winds - Badison schemes to regain Carol's favor, while Nicky assists Blanca in her quest to get pregnant. Piper decides to write a memoir about her prison experience. Caputo and Figueroa's relationship evolves as they confront their feelings. Daya and Daddy become intimate. The episode concludes with the druggies stabbing Madison.

Season 6, Episode 8: Gordons - The episode explores Taystee's past with Tamika at Storky's, revealing the origin of their bond. In the present, Taystee gives an interview criticizing guard abuse, leading to Tamika withholding her fan mail. Meanwhile, Daya spirals further into addiction, and Alex becomes more involved with Carol's gang. The episode concludes with Piper trying to blackmail Luschek to bring back kickball.

Season 6, Episode 9: Break the String - Piper secures kickball signatures, leading to a rivalry between D-Block and C-Block. Daya pressures Aleida to smuggle drugs. Cindy's guilt manifests physically. Barb overdoses on tainted drugs provided by Daddy and hallucinates. The episode concludes with Aleida seemingly agreeing to Daya's smuggling plan.

Season 6, Episode 10: Chocolate Chip Nookie - Aleida exploits a business opportunity by smuggling drugs with Daya's help. Caputo investigates an anonymous tip. Luschek attempts to aid Gloria, who fears danger. Flashbacks reveal how Carol and Barb murdered their younger sister. The episode culminates with Carol and Barb pushing their sister Debbie's car into a lake, resulting in her death.

Season 6, Episode 11: Well This Took a Dark Turn - Cindy testifies against Taystee, leading to a devastating blow for Taystee's case. Frieda, paranoid about Carol's threat, cuts herself to get transferred. Meanwhile, Piper finds drugs planted in her shoe by Badison. Sophia accepts a deal for early release, choosing money over helping Taystee. The episode concludes with Carol being moved into protective custody after Nicky thwarts the plan to kill her.

Season 6, Episode 12: Double Trouble - Carol and Barb prepare for war, while Linda auditions inmates for a PolyCon PR video. Alex makes a deal with Carol to protect Piper from Badison, essentially pledging her loyalty. Piper, with Hopper's help, gets moved to the top of the early release list. Red, blinded by rage, misses her chance to see her family. The episode concludes with Taystee awaiting her trial verdict.

Season 6, Episode 13: Be Free - Piper gets early release and marries Alex in a prison ceremony. Taystee is found guilty of Piscatella's murder and sentenced to life. Carol and Barb, the warring sisters, kill each other in a supply closet. Blanca is released, but immediately taken into ICE custody.