[s2e12] Hunger | iPad |
During the episode, the characters seek a cure for , who has been turned into a "baneling"—an undead creature that must kill to stay alive.
: Cara’s hunger for souls leads to a moral crisis. Thaddicus eventually sacrifices his own life to save her.
: Although Darken Rahl eventually destroys the source of the shadow water, Richard saves just enough to restore Cara to her human form. Critical Analysis [S2E12] Hunger
: The map reveals the location of the source of shadow water , a legendary substance capable of curing banelings and restoring them to life.
: Zeddicus Zu'l Zorander (Zedd) uses a magical printing press to create a map. During the episode, the characters seek a cure
: It balances a "quest" narrative with darker moral dilemmas regarding the price of survival.
: The episode is highly regarded for exploring Cara's humanity and her shift from a cold Mord-Sith to a loyal member of Richard's group. : Although Darken Rahl eventually destroys the source
: After being killed, Cara makes a deal with Darken Rahl in the Underworld to return to the world of the living as a baneling.