This episode is widely regarded by fans as a pivotal moment in the "Mordecai dating arc". It effectively reintroduced CJ as a recurring character and set the stage for a complex love triangle involving Mordecai, CJ, and Margaret later in the series.
After the kiss, the masks are removed, revealing that the girl Mordecai kissed was CJ (Cloud Jane). This marked a significant turning point in the series, as CJ and Mordecai had not seen each other since their awkward falling out in Season 4. Series Significance [S5E14] New Year's Kiss
The episode originally aired on , as part of the show's fifth season. Plot Summary This episode is widely regarded by fans as