Riverdale season 3 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In Riverdale, Archie joins the RROTC under Major Mason, Moose's father. Veronica suspects her mom's involvement in her dad's shooting for profit. Cheryl faces rejection from Highsmith College due to new policies, while Kevin pressures Moose to come out. Veronica and Reggie plan a risky heist to pay a dangerous buyer, revealed as Gladys Jones, Jughead's mom. The Midnight Club reunites to confront a Gargoyle King threat, but it's a ruse targeting their kids. Major Mason, orchestrating an attack on Moose and Kevin to "scare them straight," is arrested. Cheryl forms the Pretty Poisons gang for Toni, and Moose leaves town after the trauma.

Full Episode S03E12 Recap

### The New RROTC Instructor - **Archie and Veronica** continue their summer routine. - **Major Mason**, the new RROTC instructor and father of **Moose**, is introduced. ### Joining the RROTC - **Archie** seeks to join the RROTC, seeing it as a new start. ### The Serpents' Dilemma - **Jughead** confronts **Archie** about breaking the Serpent code, leading to Archie losing his Serpent jacket. ### Veronica's Family Turmoil - **Veronica** suspects her mother might be involved in her father's shooting for financial gain. - She and her friends plan to thwart her mother's drug sale. ### Kevin and Tom's Wedding Plans - **Kevin** and **Tom Keller** discuss their simple wedding plans. - Their friends, disagreeing, decide to throw them an after-party. ### Moose and Marcus' Complex History - **Moose** receives an invite to Kevin and Tom's wedding. - His complex past with **Marcus**, a former friend, is hinted at. ### Cheryl and Toni's Challenges - **Cheryl** and **Toni** adapt to life outside the tent city. - They face the consequences of their actions against Veronica's mother. ### The SAT Scores - **Cheryl** and **Toni** check their SAT scores, crucial for their future plans. ### Veronica's Pressing Dilemma - **Veronica** is pressured by her mother to compensate for the burnt Fizzle Rocks. - She faces a dangerous buyer's arrival. ### Highsmith College Rejection - **Cheryl** faces rejection from Highsmith College due to new diversification policies. ### Kevin and Moose's Relationship Struggles - **Kevin** pressures **Moose** to come out to his father. - Moose struggles with revealing his sexuality to his father, Major Mason. ### Josie and Sweet Pea's Relationship - **Josie** ends her casual relationship with **Sweet Pea** to focus on her music career. ### Cheryl's Manipulative Tactics - **Cheryl** uses blackmail to try and secure her place at Highsmith College. - Her tactics strain her relationship with **Toni**. ### Archie's Support for Josie - **Archie** offers to help **Josie** with her Julliard audition. ### Veronica and Reggie's Desperate Plan - **Veronica** and **Reggie** plan a risky heist to pay back the buyer. ### The Midnight Club's New Challenge - The original **Midnight Club members** reunite to confront a new Gargoyle King threat. ### Reggie's Dangerous Heist - **Reggie** is injured during the heist at his father's dealership. ### Cheryl's Apology and Plan - **Cheryl** apologizes to **Moose** for outing him. - She devises a plan to make amends with **Toni**. ### The Midnight Club's Game Night - The **Midnight Club** plays the game to catch the Gargoyle King. - They realize the game is a distraction from their children. ### Gladys Jones' Arrival - **Gladys Jones**, Jughead's mother, arrives as the secret buyer. - She takes **Veronica** and **Reggie**'s money and asks for secrecy. ### Kevin and Moose's Relationship Progresses - After coming out to his father, **Moose** plans to spend the night with **Kevin**. - They decide to use the bunker for their night together. ### Cheryl's Gesture for Toni - **Cheryl** forms the **Pretty Poisons** gang as a gift for **Toni**. ### The Midnight Club's Realization - The **Midnight Club** members realize the threat is to their children, not themselves. ### The RROTC Cadets' Attack - **Moose** and **Kevin** are attacked by masked RROTC cadets in the bunker. - They are forced to play a dangerous game by the attackers. ### Major Mason's Motivation - **Major Mason** is revealed to have orchestrated the attack to "scare" Moose and Kevin. - His traumatic past and motives are uncovered. ### The Aftermath of the Attack - **Moose** decides to move away after the incident. - **Kevin** is left heartbroken. ### Gladys Jones' Plan - **Gladys** and her daughter **JB** reveal their plan to control Riverdale using their connections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the new RROTC instructor?

Major Mason, Moose's father.

Why did Archie want to join the RROTC?

He saw it as an opportunity for a new start.

What conflict arises with the Serpents?

Jughead confronts Archie for breaking the Serpent code, leading to Archie losing his jacket.

What is Veronica's suspicion regarding her father's shooting?

She suspects her mother might be involved for financial gain.

What are Kevin and Tom Keller's wedding plans?

They plan a simple ceremony but their friends insist on an after-party.

Why is Cheryl's admission to Highsmith College rejected?

Due to new diversification policies at the college.

What issue is Kevin facing with Moose?

Kevin wants Moose to come out to his father.

What is Veronica and Reggie's plan to pay back the buyer?

A risky heist at Reggie's father's dealership.

Who arrives as the secret buyer?

Gladys Jones, Jughead's mother.

What is Cheryl's plan to make amends with Toni?

Forming the Pretty Poisons gang.

What is the Midnight Club's realization during their game night?

The game is a distraction from their children.

Who orchestrates the attack on Moose and Kevin?

Major Mason, Moose's father.

What is Major Mason's motive for the attack?

To "scare" Moose and Kevin straight due to his own traumatic past.

What is Gladys Jones' plan in Riverdale?

To control the town using her connections, including Hiram and the mayor.

What happens to Moose after the attack?

He decides to move away for a while.

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