Masters of Horror season 1 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Edward Ralston seeks out Mrs. Carnation, a reputed necromancer, to resurrect his wife, Samantha. Reluctant, Mrs. Carnation shares a tale to dissuade him: Ernst Haeckel, a medical student, delves into reanimation, skeptical of the supernatural. Haeckel encounters Montesquino, a necromancer who revives a dog, but Haeckel doubts him. Staying with Walter Wolfram, Haeckel discovers Wolfram paid Montesquino to contact his wife's dead husband, leading to a gruesome revelation of Elise's bond with the undead. Horrified, Edward rethinks his request, while Mrs. Carnation's true necromantic nature is subtly revealed.
Full Episode S01E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mrs. Carnation?
Mrs. Carnation, also known as a necromancer, is approached by Edward Ralston for help in resurrecting his wife.
What is Edward Ralston's request?
Edward wants Mrs. Carnation to resurrect his deceased wife, Samantha.
Why does Mrs. Carnation initially refuse Edward's request?
She refuses due to the dangers involved and her personal weariness of performing such acts.
Who is Ernst Haeckel in Mrs. Carnation's story?
Ernst Haeckel is a medical student who believes in science over supernatural means, particularly in reanimation.
What experiment does Ernst Haeckel conduct?
Haeckel attempts to reanimate a corpse using electricity, but fails.
Who is Montesquino?
Montesquino is a necromancer who demonstrates his power by reviving a dead dog, catching Haeckel's attention.
How does Haeckel react to Montesquino's demonstration?
Haeckel remains skeptical, suspecting trickery in the resurrection of the dog.
What is Walter Wolfram's secret?
Wolfram paid Montesquino to communicate with the spirit of Elise's dead husband.
What horror does Haeckel witness at Wolfram's house?
Haeckel discovers Elise's unnatural relationship with her undead husband.
Can Montesquino undo the reanimation?
Montesquino admits he cannot undo the reanimation he has performed.
What is the moral of Mrs. Carnation's story?
The story warns of the horrors and consequences of meddling with death and resurrection.
How does Edward Ralston react to the story?
Edward is horrified and reconsiders his wish to resurrect his wife.
What is revealed about Mrs. Carnation at the end?
Mrs. Carnation reveals her true identity and connection to Montesquino, hinting at ongoing necromantic practices.
