The Vampire Diaries
The Biggest, Baddest Vampire: Klaus is no longer a fantasy; he is here in the flesh. Oddly enough, it isn’t his own flesh that he has arrived in. He has taken over the mind and body history teacher, Alaric Saltzman. Some things we do know about him: he can compel other vampires, even those on vervain; he doesn’t have the same physical capacity but he can’t be killed when possessing another body; he can enter a house without invitation while possessing another body; and knows how to drop or gain an accent on a dime. Like Katherine, self-preservation is a major priority. He is taking things slowly and cautiously. With the help of his witch, he is taking extreme measures to ensure there is absolutely no chance he will be harmed in the process. Since there are very few methods to kill an original, this seems a bit excessive. Though I’m not sure why he doesn’t just compel one of the Salvatores to bring Elena to him, he decides to get rid of his main threat: Bonnie. Now that he believes he has succeeded, what’s next?
There are Worse Things than Death: Katherine is in the exact place she has been avoiding for over 500 years. Klaus has complete control over her every action, and he plans to for the next 250 years. It was very difficult to watch her thrust that blade into her thigh. How Katherine keeps her composure is beyond me. Katherine was still in her Elena getup (flat-ironed hair) and visibly terrified while jumping at Klaus’ touch (not that I blame her). The characteristics that used to make it easy to tell the difference between Elena and Katherine are becoming more and more difficult to identify. Katherine being in such a vulnerable position and Elena starting to call some shots is causing me to do a double take in some scenes. Scared, alone, and clinging to his every word, how long will Katherine last in the clutches of Klaus?
There’s a New Witch in Town: Okay, so it’s the same witch, but her character is almost running neck and neck with Damon in terms of growth. It was not too long ago that Bonnie was referred to as a semi-competent witch. She also seems to have shoved aside her deep resentment for our regular vampires. Bonnie is full of power and has obviously been doing her homework in the spell department. An unlikely alliance forms between Bonnie and Damon when Damon is accidently in earshot of Bonnie and Jeremy’s discussion. There’s no time to inform everyone about their plan and no one could foresee the two of them working together, much less sharing a dance. Bonnie tricked everyone with her brilliant play-dead spell. I’m really glad she didn’t make the list of Jeremy’s dead girlfriends. I look forward to seeing her kick some more vampire butt.
A Shaky Relationship: The Salvatore brothers have been working as a pretty good team for the past few episodes. Their decision to make Elena a home-owner, their shared excitement over their possession of a secret weapon (Bonnie), and tag-team bodyguard/dancing partner has shows the brothers cooperating more than ever. Of course good things never last, and Damon not sharing with Stefan Bonnie’s weakness tramples on that slowly building trust. The two of them still have different views of what needs to be done to protect Elena. Damon claims he doesn’t mind being the bad guy because he’ll keep Elena safe. This isn’t completely true. Stefan has the clearer head when Jeremy is attacked in the hallway. He recognizes the diversion and sends Damon to find Bonnie and Elena. He sends Damon away partly for the sake of the compelled students. Damon, on the other hand, is willing to push the envelope and make the risky decisions, such as fake Bonnie’s death. He knows that Elena’s real reaction is what will sell it to Klaus. Now, where the brothers stand with each other is unclear. Anytime I think I know what direction this show will take, they head a way I never would have considered. Anything can happen.
Most Heart-Braking Scene:
An obvious choice for this week in this category is Bonnie’s alleged “death”. Though I was fairly sure the writers had a trick up their sleeve, I couldn’t help but feel Elena’s pain and wonder, what if?
Cutest Scene:
Damon dancing with Elena and trying to calm her nerves was absolutely heart-warming. It was a much needed smile moment during a rather intense episode.
Points to Ponder:
· I wonder who does clean the Salvatore house.
· Doesn’t Stefan look so proud of himself when Elena invites him in?
· Why did Caroline have to spill all the beans?
· The show likes to feature current technology (iPhones, iPads, MiFi); I’m surprised they haven’t taken advantage in the classroom yet. I don’t think many schools still use a chalkboard.
· Are they playing Last Kiss to show how disastrous this episode could end?
· Damon sure knows how to have a good time at the dance (“oh yeah!”). I can't wait for the seventies dance!
· Matt must be having second thoughts about Caroline. When he looks at her, he looks like he is trying to see if she’s still Caroline or a monster.
· Is Alaric okay? Is his mind just turned off, or is he hanging out in Klaus’ body somewhere?
· Wouldn’t the brothers hear Elena sneaking into the basement and pulling out the knife?
Notable Quotes:
· Klaus/Rick: “That dagger needs to stay exactly where it is. The last thing I need to do is resurrect Elijah; that guy’s a buzz kill.”
· Jeremy: “I’m sorry but you know I don’t have the best luck in the girlfriend department.”
· Klaus: “Special dedication, huh? This guy’s a little twisted.”
· Damon: “How you doin’?”
Elena: “Uh freaking out a bit. You?”
Damon: “Cool as a cucumber. Come on. Remember the last decade dance? The vampires were all like WAAAH and you were all AAHHH!”
Elena: “Uh freaking out a bit. You?”
Damon: “Cool as a cucumber. Come on. Remember the last decade dance? The vampires were all like WAAAH and you were all AAHHH!”
· Bonnie: “Just answer me one question. If the situation was reversed, would you do it for me?”
· Damon: “Let me be clear about something. If it comes down between you and the witch again, I will gladly let Bonnie die. I will always choose you.”
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