Remember that feeling when you finished Season 1 of Once Upon A Time? Like, "Wow, the curse is broken, everyone remembers, now what?" Season 2 Episode 1, aptly titled "Broken," dives headfirst into that chaos, and it's a wild ride. Get ready for some serious fairytale pandemonium!
Storybrooke's Got a Problem (and It's Not Just Parking)
So, everyone in Storybrooke finally remembers who they are. Sounds great, right? Nope! Turns out, remembering you're actually Prince Charming after a lifetime of being David Nolan can be a little… jarring.
Imagine suddenly knowing you're supposed to wield a sword and rescue princesses, when just yesterday you were, you know, helping Mary Margaret grade papers. Talk about an identity crisis!
Magic's Back, Baby! (And It's Messy)
With the curse broken, magic is back in Storybrooke. And just like a toddler with a new box of crayons, everyone's eager to start using it. This leads to some, shall we say, *interesting* results.
Think flickering streetlights, uncontrolled teleportation, and generally things not going as planned. It's like Storybrooke became a beta test for a new version of magic, and the bugs are definitely showing.
Regina, in particular, is having a tough time adjusting. She spent so long controlling Storybrooke, now she's just one person with magic, which is both empowering and terrifying for the Evil Queen.
Enter the Dragon (Literally)
And then, just when you thought things couldn't get any weirder, a dragon shows up! This isn't just any garden-variety dragon, mind you. It's a magical, slightly grumpy, fire-breathing symbol of all the fairytale craziness that's about to unfold.
The dragon scene is a great example of the show's blend of fantasy and humor. Emma Swan pulls out her sheriff's badge before going into battle. It's a nice touch reminding you that even in a magical town, some things stay the same.
And the way they defeat it? Let's just say it involves a little bit of bravery, a lot of teamwork, and perhaps a slightly unconventional use of a pickaxe. It’s classic Once Upon A Time shenanigans.
Meanwhile, in the Enchanted Forest…
While Storybrooke is dealing with its dragon problem, we get a glimpse of what's happening back in the Enchanted Forest. Things aren't exactly peachy there either.
We see Prince Charming, Snow White, Regina, and Rumplestiltskin before the curse. The episode cleverly weaves these flashbacks to show us how the present is a result of the past.
The past is never really gone is it? This creates even more problems for all involved. Talk about complicated!
A Portal Opens (Uh Oh…)
The biggest cliffhanger of the episode? A portal opens, sucking in some of our beloved characters. Who gets pulled in? Where are they going? You'll have to watch the next episode to find out!
Suffice to say, this portal isn't exactly a gateway to paradise. It's a one-way ticket to more danger, more mystery, and more fairytale twists than you can shake a wand at.
“Broken” isn't just about the curse being broken; it’s about the breaking of everything. It's a fantastic start to Season 2, promising a season filled with adventure, heartache, and maybe just a little bit of magic gone wrong. Be prepared for more Once Upon A Time twists and turns!
