Having watched the show as long as I have, I knew that something was up with Sam being in bed with his captor when the episode began. I figured it was some kind of hallucination, and I was soon proven right. I have to say, I did like this creative approach to torture. And as always with Sam, by figuring out her scheme, he seemed to have worsened his fate. Toni, the British Men of Letter’s woman, had chosen to go a more violent route in the interrogation process, again.
Mary, the Winchester’s mother seemed to be adjusting with being back, though riddled with guilt over the yellow eyed Demon and what had transpired because of him. Though the conversations she and Dean were having were heartfelt, I couldn’t help but find them quite invalidating as well. She seems to have wanted a better life for her boys, yes, but by implying she didn’t want them to be Hunters, that invalidates most of what they have lived for. It should be interesting to see if this will create some kind of tension later in the season, as I predict it will.
As for mother/son friction, Rowena and Crowley are always at the top in that category. Rowena didn’t seem too thrilled with their reunion, seeing how Crowley had pushed his way into her date. And I’m sure I wouldn’t be either. I mean, he came to her for help to go up against the Lucifer, whom she fears most. And that never ends well.
And as a native to the great city of Cleveland I can’t decide if I am offended or flattered Lucifer decided to take up residency there. I did however appreciate the Spinal Tap reference and homage to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. And I was almost proud of Crowley when he thought to damage the vessel in which Lucifer was occupying, even if I knew the plan couldn’t work. Fallen or not, Lucifer is an angel, and that trumps demon and witch power any day. So it wasn’t surprising to see Lucifer take Rowena captive; it’s what I expected as soon as Crowley had asked for her help. I have a feeling a seed was planted by Crowley when he suggested Lucifer take over Heaven and leave the demons be. But I don’t think it will go down as Crowley wants, at all. For as smart as Crowley can be, his plans always seem to blow back at him.
Another, not so thought out plan: Dean and Mary’s rescue mission. Which as always, was successful, but messy. Though the look on Sam’s face was quite classic when he first learned his mother was back. I have a feeling we will be learning a lot more about Mary than we already know, and it may not be all positive. She seems to have some skeletons hidden in her closet.
Mick, one of the mystery British men haunting Toni was also revealed. It should be interesting to learn about his true intentions, not to mention his true power, as well as hers, since it’s obvious they don’t fall too high on the chain of command. And it seems the real threat was called into action by Mick. I’m hoping the pace will pick up within the next few episodes, as it’s not as attention-grabbing for me thus far this season. I know there is always a buildup, but for me, leaving the format of having a case and subplots running simultaneously may be what’s missing. The idea of a fresh case each episode, with an ongoing storyline just works better, it seems to keep it interesting. I’m looking forward to seeing if next week it will return to that, or if we will continue with the storylines they’ve got.
Written by Kaylynn Kasandra. Awkward hippie who enjoys helping people, creating things, reading, sci-fi, fantasy, and Thor. Find more from her at kaylynnkasandra.com and
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