OVERALL: 6.5/10
PLOT SUMMARY
Storybrooke:
The trigger is activated, causing the town to be in chaos. Regina seeks redemption by attempting to sacrifice herself to delay the destruction of Storybrooke while the residents escape into the Enchanted Forest. David and Hook team up to steal a bean from Greg and Tamara, only to let them escape the second they obtain the bean.
When Henry finds out about Regina's suicide attempt, he insists they find another way to save everybody. They did. Mary Margaret suggested using the bean to transport the 'trigger' into a void, which is a risky plan that Hook disagrees with. He tricks Emma into believing she has convinced him and part ways with them. It's already too late by the time Emma discovers she has been duped by the handless pirate. When destruction seems inevitable, Emma had an epiphany -- Regina alone isn't enough to stop the trigger, but she doesn't have to do it alone; she could help. And she did. They stopped the trigger soon after.
However, they are faced with new problems. Henry's kidnapped by Greg and Tamara and is taken to Neverland before they can catch up. Shortly afterwards, Hook has a change of heart and returns to Storybrooke, providing a way for Emma, Mary Margaret, David, Regina, Hook and Rumplestiltskin to follow Henry to Neverland.
Sometime between those events, the Blue Fairy finds a way to restore the memories of those that have crossed the line. Rumplestiltskin, needing comfort after he was informed of Neil's death uses the potion to restore Belle's memories. The two reunite briefly before he leaves her behind to go to Neverland.
Past:
Neil got close to Hook and blurted out Rumplestiltskin's weakness. Hook welcomed him to his ship after finding out he is Milah's son, an offer Neil refused when he discovered Hook was the pirate that tore his family apart. This forced Hook to revert to his cold-hearted ways and return him to the 'Lost Ones'.
There, it was revealed that "He" was looking for a boy -- Henry (Of course).
Present Enchanted Forest:
Neil returns in the Enchanted Forest where he's discovered by Aurora, Mulan and the now revived Phillip.
THE GOOD
Hook's softer side is revealed during his interaction with Bae. I think it's great to see a humane side of Hook and exploring his history with Bae is a major plus.
Finally, Regina is given the chance to prove herself and be the hero Henry wants her to be. Although I prefer her to be the villain, it makes sense to make her do a spectacular good deed to make everyone forgive her; considering the fact that a supposedly more powerful villain is to be introduced next season
I find the scene with the dwarfs comical and enjoyable. They provide comedic relief in the middle of all the chaos and impending doom.
Well, this season has been pretty much non-Henry as compared to season 1. To make him the focus for season 3 is clever and exciting. It also shines more mystery on his kidnappers and the organisation they are working for.
The Avengers was made up of an odd bunch of people with different personalities. So is this group. I'm sure I'm not the only one that's excited to see how this group works out. With so many opposing forces forced to co-operate, many interesting things are bound to occur.
THE BAD
Rumplestiltskin couldn't have said it better. "The Blue Fairy finding the memory-fix right before Storybrooke's destruction seems too convenient. I would enjoy it more if the writers explored Rumplestiltskin's initial reluctance to return Lizzie to Belle more.
This wasn't the first time David encountered Greg and Tamara. But both times, he took a long while before he pulled that damn trigger. It's too convenient for Greg and Tamara to escape, especially when it feels like the writers are making it real easy for them to do so. It wasn't much of an epic fight I was looking forward to either.
This is corny and way too easy. Suddenly, the trigger which was deemed really powerful was subdued with Emma's help. While we were made to believe nothing cans stop it, this happens. And it only need an extra pair of hands to be stopped. Oh what a powerful and dangerous object!
I try really hard not to be picky but this is just way too obvious. None of them are sprinting. And maybe the weather is cold, fine. But what about David? I'm certain a man of his physique could jog way faster than Emma, considering him being a prince and fighting in so many battles. It's almost as if he's not even trying to rescue Henry. You can almost hear a slow song playing as they ran.
WELL...
I'm disappointed by this season finale. It lacks depth, logic and rely way too much on the 'togetherness' theme. I was expecting an epic ending where Storybrooke is destroyed and several other grand revelations. Compared to Season 1 Finale, this was a let down. It's chaotic, messy and had convenient solutions to supposedly huge problems. (The season-long memory problem was solved instantly, similar to the black diamond.)
However, I am still rather excited for Season 3. They are going Neverland after all. And Storybrooke's danger of being exposed is still unsolved, along with the mystery of how Baelfire and Hook returned to their individual worlds and why the hell Henry is being sought after way before he was born. I am looking forward to the writers unveiling the mysteries that's brought up in this season finale.
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