EPISODE CONTEXT

Coming off a premiere that established Flum's brutal fall from grace, episode 2 is the first real step in her empowerment arc — she's no longer just a victim of circumstance but someone actively confronting her situation. This early-season positioning makes it foundational; the bonds and abilities introduced here feed directly into episode 3, 'Purity and Corruption,' where the stakes around Flum's journey escalate further. At episode 2 of 12, this is firmly setup territory, but it's the kind of setup that defines the emotional core the rest of the season will build on.