Arrow season 3 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

After five years in hell, Oliver Queen returns to Starling City to save it. The Glades are in crisis, lacking police and under threat from Daniel Brickwell. Laurel and Roy struggle to maintain order. Oliver, recovering from injuries with Tatsu's help, learns sword fighting. Malcolm Merlyn discovers Brickwell killed his wife, fueling his desire for revenge. Team Arrow, outmatched by Brick, debates allying with Malcolm but rejects it. Oliver returns, stopping Malcolm from killing Brickwell, and decides to ally with Malcolm to defeat Ra's al Ghul, causing tension with Felicity.

Full Episode S03E12 Recap

### Opening Monologue - Oliver Queen reflects on his return from "hell" with a goal to save Starling City. He acknowledges the team he has built around him. ### Flashback - Oliver's Recovery - Tatsu cares for a weakened Oliver, urging him not to leave prematurely. - Oliver insists on returning to save his city and sister but Tatsu refuses to join him. ### The Glades in Crisis - The Glades suffers without police presence due to threats from Daniel Brickwell. - Laurel, as Black Canary, and Roy, as Arsenal, try to maintain order. - Captain Lance offers covert help, unaware of Sara's (Canary) death. ### Oliver's Training with Tatsu - Tatsu trains Oliver in sword fighting, emphasizing the need to be ruthless. - Thea also undergoes combat training, struggling with the concept of killing. ### Malcolm Merlyn's Past - Flashbacks reveal Malcolm's grief over his wife's murder and his path to becoming a killer. - In the present, Malcolm learns Brickwell killed his wife, fueling his desire for revenge. ### Team Arrow's Struggle - Without Oliver, Team Arrow feels outmatched by Brick's forces. - They learn that Brick killed Malcolm's wife, connecting their enemies. - Debates arise about potentially aligning with Malcolm. ### Malcolm's Proposal - Malcolm offers an alliance to Team Arrow against Brick, but they reject it due to his past actions. ### The People's Fight - Team Arrow decides to rally the citizens of the Glades against Brick. - Laurel's mentor, Ted Grant (Wildcat), and other locals join the fight. ### Showdown in the Glades - A massive street fight ensues between Brick's gang and the citizens. - Malcolm confronts Brick about his wife's murder but is stopped from killing him by Oliver's return. ### Oliver's Return - Oliver reveals himself to the city, promising to stay and fight. - He forms a reluctant alliance with Malcolm to learn how to defeat Ra's al Ghul. ### Fallout and Decisions - Oliver's decision to work with Malcolm causes tension, especially with Felicity. - The episode ends with Felicity questioning her relationship with Oliver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Oliver Queen in Starling City?

Oliver Queen returned to Starling City with the goal of saving it after five years away.

Who is Daniel Brickwell?

Daniel Brickwell is a villain threatening the local government and police in the Glades.

What is the state of the Glades?

The Glades are in crisis, lacking police presence and facing chaos due to Brickwell's threats.

Who is helping maintain order in the Glades?

Laurel (Black Canary) and Roy (Arsenal) are trying to maintain order in the Glades.

Why is Tatsu training Oliver?

Tatsu is training Oliver to prepare him for the dangers he'll face upon returning to his city.

What is Malcolm Merlyn's motivation?

Malcolm Merlyn seeks revenge for his wife's murder, which he learns was committed by Brickwell.

How is Team Arrow coping without Oliver?

Team Arrow struggles to combat Brickwell's forces effectively without Oliver.

Why do Team Arrow consider aligning with Malcolm?

Team Arrow debates aligning with Malcolm to strengthen their fight against Brickwell.

What is the outcome of Malcolm's proposal to Team Arrow?

Team Arrow ultimately rejects Malcolm's proposal for an alliance due to his past actions.

How does the showdown in the Glades unfold?

A street fight breaks out between Brick's gang and the citizens of the Glades, aided by Team Arrow.

What stops Malcolm from killing Brickwell?

Oliver intervenes, stopping Malcolm from killing Brickwell to prevent further violence.

What decision does Oliver make regarding Malcolm?

Oliver decides to form a reluctant alliance with Malcolm to learn how to defeat Ra's al Ghul.

How does Felicity react to Oliver's return and decisions?

Felicity is upset with Oliver for his decision to work with Malcolm and questions their relationship.

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