Constantine season 1 episode 13 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Constantine grapples with the rising darkness and eerie premonitions. The investigation into Detective Dupree's death reveals a sinister pattern linked to lunar eclipses and a dark figure known as "The Man." Zed's troubling visions, including one about Corrigan's fate, guide the team as they confront rituals and unearth human evils. The episode culminates in a dramatic revelation about Manny's true allegiance, adding complexity to the battle against supernatural forces.
Full Episode S01E13 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jim Corrigan in Constantine?
Jim Corrigan is a detective from NOLA PD Homicide who works with Constantine.
What is La Brujeria?
La Brujeria is a sinister force or group associated with the rising darkness and supernatural threats in the series.
Who warns Constantine about the coming darkness?
A mysterious woman warns Constantine about the coming darkness and a betrayal by someone close to him.
What is the significance of the lunar tetrad in the series?
The lunar tetrad, involving four successive lunar eclipses, is linked to the ritualistic abductions and possibly to dark magic rituals.
What role does Zed play in Constantine's team?
Zed has visions that provide crucial information and guidance, helping the team in their investigations and confrontations with supernatural threats.
Who is "The Man" in the episode?
"The Man" is a sinister figure involved in marrying young girls as part of a dark ritual, representing a significant evil in the series.
How does Constantine confront the rising darkness and The Man?
Constantine and his team use a combination of investigative skills, magic, and Zed's visions to confront and attempt to stop the rising darkness and The Man's rituals.
What revelation is made about Manny at the end of the episode?
It is revealed that Manny has a true allegiance that is complex and possibly connected to the larger web of power and betrayal surrounding Constantine and his enemies.
What is the Devil's branding iron?
The Devil's branding iron, referred to as Diaboli Cauter, is a tool used in the 13th century inquisition to torture witches, and it appears in Detective Dupree's murder.
What does the full moon symbolize in the context of the abductions?
The full moon symbolizes rebirth, while the blood moon is most likely associated with sacrifices meant to usher in a new cycle.
What does Constantine do to pierce the veil?
Constantine performs a ritual involving DNA, the right words, and a dash of cardiac arrest, allowing him to connect with a subject's spirit and see through their eyes.
How does Zed's vision about Corrigan affect her?
Zed's vision of Corrigan's death disturbs her, making her hesitant to share it with him initially due to the burden of such knowledge.
How does Constantine trick Papa Midnite?
Constantine tricks Papa Midnite by reanimating a corpse with a glamour spell, making it appear as if he has been killed.
What is the significance of Papa Midnite's interaction with a mysterious figure at the end?
The interaction reveals that Papa Midnite's actions are part of a larger scheme, and he is instructed to cancel the contract on John Constantine, hinting at a complex hierarchy of power.
