Supergirl season 3 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Supergirl and her team at the DEO strategize on tracking down the Worldkillers, particularly Purity and Pestilence, using Kryptonian signatures. Sam, grappling with mysterious health issues, seeks help from Lena. Tensions escalate between Lena and Morgan Edge, with Lena caught in a moral dilemma over her Luthor heritage. Lillian Luthor, Lena's mother, arrives with sinister plans, but Lena, with Supergirl's assistance, thwarts her mother's attempt to kill Edge. Sam's health tests return clear, but her worries persist. The episode culminates with Lena's ethical growth and the DEO's continued search for the Worldkillers.
Full Episode S03E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kara Zor-El?
Kara Zor-El is Supergirl, a Kryptonian refugee on Earth and cousin to Superman.
What are the Worldkillers?
The Worldkillers are powerful beings, including Purity and Pestilence, created on Krypton, posing a major threat.
How does Supergirl plan to find the Worldkillers?
The team at DEO is trying to track Kryptonian heat signatures and investigating meteor shower patterns for clues.
What health issues is Sam experiencing?
Sam is dealing with memory loss and headaches, fearing serious illnesses.
What is the conflict between Lena Luthor and Morgan Edge?
Morgan Edge has been making threatening moves against Lena, and there's an ongoing rivalry and tension between them.
How does Lena feel about her Luthor identity?
Lena struggles with her Luthor identity, feeling a pull between her cunning nature and her moral values.
What role does Lillian Luthor play in Lena's life?
Lillian Luthor, Lena's mother, tries to manipulate Lena into embracing her darker Luthor traits.
What is the significance of the gala event in the episode?
The gala event is where Lena plans to stop her mother, Lillian, from killing Morgan Edge.
How does Supergirl help Lena at the gala?
Supergirl collaborates with Lena to prevent Lillian from assassinating Edge, using Lillian's own drones against her.
What does Lena discover about her own capabilities?
Lena realizes she is strategic and cunning, but chooses to use these traits for good rather than evil.
What is Sam's diagnosis after her tests?
Sam's medical tests come back clear, with no sign of tumors or blood disorders.
How does Lena handle the situation with Morgan Edge?
Lena secures a confession from Edge about his crimes but chooses not to let her mother kill him.
What is the status of the search for the Worldkillers at the end of the episode?
The DEO has narrowed down potential leads but hasn't yet identified the Worldkillers.
How does Lena feel about her actions against Edge?
Lena feels conflicted but stands by her decision to not kill Edge, affirming her moral stance.
What is the relationship between Supergirl and her team?
Supergirl and her team at the DEO work closely together, with trust and cooperation in their mission to protect Earth.
