Arrow season 8 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Oliver and the team tackle the monumental task of stopping The Monitor. They split into groups: one heads to Russia to acquire plans for a weapon, while another seeks plutonium. In Russia, Oliver reunites with Anatoly and faces a moral dilemma in a brutal fight club to secure the plans. Meanwhile, Lyla's allegiance shifts as she secretly aligns with The Monitor, leading to a shocking betrayal. Oliver's past as 'Kapiushon' in the Bratva is revealed, and he promises transparency with Mia and William about his history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Novu?
Novu, also known as The Monitor, is a god-like being that the team is trying to stop.
Why does the team need plutonium?
The plutonium is required to replicate a powerful energy wave, which they hope can stop The Monitor.
Where is the military General with the needed materials located?
The General is in Russia.
What is the pulse wave generator?
It is a weapon that General Alexi Burov was working on, which the team plans to use against The Monitor.
Who is helping the team in Russia?
Anatoly Knyazev, an old acquaintance of Oliver's, assists the team in Russia.
What is Lyla's role in the episode?
Lyla is revealed to be working with The Monitor and is tasked to betray Oliver to get the weapon plans.
Who does John recruit for the mission?
John recruits Roy Harper for the mission.
What is the "Bloodbath"?
The Bloodbath is a fight club in Russia where the team finds General Burov.
How does the team plan to get the weapon plans from Burov?
Oliver agrees to fight in the club as a distraction while the team steals the plans.
What happens to Mia and Oliver in Russia?
Mia and Oliver get captured by the Bratva but eventually escape.
Why does Roy decide to stay with the team?
Roy decides to stay to help with the upcoming crisis, realizing that being part of the team helps control his bloodlust.
What does Oliver promise Mia and William?
Oliver promises to be more open about his past experiences.
How does the team finally get the weapon plans?
They retrieve the plans during a fight club event, using a distraction created by Oliver and Mia.
What is Lyla's final action in the episode?
Lyla betrays the team by incapacitating them with a dart gun, aligning herself with The Monitor.
What is the significance of the episode's title?
The title likely refers to the complex web of plans, betrayals, and the fight against a powerful entity.