The Originals - The Map of Moments - Review

This week’s episode was the midseason finale. We had to wait an extra week but it was worth it. The Original siblings finally took Esther down. Rebekah got placed into the body of an unknown witch, and trapped in some house. Finn refused to cooperate and then escaped. Klaus and Hayley were reunited with Hope. Cami was saved from being possessed. Hayley told Elijah about her impending nuptials and they slept together. 

Most adorable moment: This episode made me realize that Klaus in a good mood is the best thing ever. His interactions with Hope warmed my heart. With Rebekah currently incapacitated, I wonder what will happen to Hope. I doubt Klaus and Hayley would give her to a stranger so I guess she’ll be staying with them now. After all, the threat of Esther seems to be gone. I’m sure they can protect her from a bunch of werewolves, whatever witches are left, an ancient curse and Mikael. 

Most heartbreaking moment: There were a few this week, but the burning of the photo, however small it may be, touched me the most. For a minute, they were actually happy. They had temporarily forgotten their problems. Until Klaus remembered that having a photo like this just lying around would be dangerous. If anyone found it they’d know Hope was alive. 

Best character: I’m going to miss Claire as Rebekah. I knew it was coming, but it still hurt. I know Claire is too busy with her new show to come back full time (if she even wants to). So I have to look at the positive. First of all, she’s not in Cami. Can you imagine how awkward that would’ve made everything. It would have completely ruined any possibility of Klaus and Cami ever getting together. It would’ve put Marcel’s ex-girlfriend into his other ex. Let’s just be glad it didn’t happen. Another thing, Rebekah’s body is still intact. When Esther wanted to destroy it, I was afraid they were going to close the door on Claire ever coming back. Glad to know there’s still a chance for her to return. 

Best moment of karma: At first, I didn’t realize what had happened to Esther. It wasn’t until I saw the blood bag, that I figured it out. And boy, did I start laughing. It was the perfect move. Not only did they turn Esther into the thing she hates most (and created), they also stripped her of her magic and made sure she won’t be able to body jump anymore. We didn’t see if she completed the transition or not, but I highly doubt she’ll be able to resist the blood right in front of her. 

Worst storyline: I’m going to make a prediction right now: the wedding between Hayley and Jackson will not happen. I’m pretty sure that one of the rules was that she had to stay faithful to Jackson once they are married. I don’t see that happening. She’s clearly drawn to Elijah, this episode more than proved that. At this point, I’m not sure if a wedding is still necessary. Wasn’t it’s whole point to get the werewolves away from Esther. Well, Esther’s not going to be a problem anymore now. If they do end up getting married, I’m sure Jackson will die within the first year. 

Most disappointing scene: For weeks I’ve been asking for a scene between Esther and Mikael. Well I got it, I guess. This scene could have been so much more. I wanted to know more about their marriage, something we didn’t already know. Instead all they discussed were her old lover and Klaus. 

Best character growth: Klaus actually offered himself up for Rebekah. Clearly any animosity that was still left between them when she left with Hope is now gone. Klaus has come a long way. From trying to kill his sister to risking his life to save her. Esther’s deal with Mikael makes me even happier at end she got. It seems her love for her children did after all have a limit. 

Most confusing character: I don’t know how to feel about Kol. One minute I love him, the next I wish he was back in that box. I hate what he did to Rebekah. But I also get it. I felt so bad for him in the flashbacks. He was only trying to do to Klaus what he has done to all of them. I can’t believe Rebekah told on him. I’m guessing she was terrified that if Klaus ever found out she know, he’d kill her. This flashback is the missing link between Kol in the flashbacks and present day Kol. He was wearing the same outfit when Klaus daggered him as when he woke up in Mystic Falls. On a side-note, his kiss with Davina was adorable. 

Favorite scene: I’d been waiting for the reunion between Klaus, Hayley and Hope since Rebekah took her out of New Orleans. It did not disappoint. There was no talking in this scene, because there didn’t have to be. Can you imagine having been separated from your child for months, missing all of those firsts. And then you finally get to hold her again. I don’t think I’d ever let go. 

Best quotes: 
Klaus: “I wish you would tell Elijah you’re marrying your werewolf suitor, at which point I will pour him a scotch and congratulate him on the bullet he dodged.” 
Rebekah: “Well no wonder Finn hates us. He lost the sister he adored and instead got a judgy pack of siblings, who found him unbearably dull.” 
Kol: “Speak of the devil and the devil will come. Hello, sister.” 

So this was my last review for 2014. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to you all. See you in 2015.

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Jamie Coudeville (Belle333Black) writes reviews for The Originals. She's 20, lives in Belgium and her favorite shows are The Originals, Vampire Diaries, Orphan Black, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., ...

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