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Chapter One Hundred and Eight: The Outsiders

**Chapter One Hundred and Eight: The Outsiders** is the eighth episode of Season 8 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the one hundredth and eighth overall, and the mid-season finale. The episode serves as the third episode of the Skylar Memory Arc and prelude to the Restoration Arc. The episode aired on January 7, 2024.

## Synopsis

**THE RETURN OF MELISSA WALKER** — Skylar learns of the truth behind the memories, which begin to collide with one another, and brings back someone else, who decides to enact her revenge on The Group.

## Plot

Ghost Skylar wakes up outside a jail cell. They see themselves in the jail cell, and begin to pinpoint the events leading up to their apprehension. Ghost Skylar then has flashbacks to the different memories, including them fighting Veronica in the halls and killing Bryson and Annalise in Argos. They begin having a mental breakdown, but calm down, and begin planning their next moves. Skylar heads over to Argos, where they witness themselves kill Bryson and Annalise. Skylar kills the imposter, and flees the scene. They later learn of Kathy’s party, and head over to it. They see Bryson being led into the woods by Gordon, and later killed by Michael. Skylar thinks, “But, I just killed Bryson.” A few weeks later, a giant Eldritch monster appears in the sky, and Skylar sees The Group take it down. They return, where Melissa meets with Skylar. Melissa says, “I know that this isn’t real. I know a way to fix all of this. All you need to do is find an epicenter. We can use the colliding systems of that event, and get us back to the real world and revive me. I need to enact my revenge on Bryson.” Skylar asks, “Why Bryson? He didn’t do anything.” Melissa explains, “These arcane powers. The mixing of the memories. Jennifer using her powers to twist everyone’s memories is causing a butterfly effect. That’s where I come in. All these misadventures have been caused by one single man. Bryson. The massacre, which triggered you and caused those deaths. His own exile, caused by him putting his nosy nose in Janice’s death investigation. The God Box. Kathy, fueled by exile and Georgia. The Titanic, caused by the Georgia Group’s Time Machine. My own death, jealousy. I need to take down Bryson. This isn’t over.” Skylar is confused, but Melissa brings Skylar to the Nelson race. Melissa stands at the end of the race, where Jennifer accidentally explodes the car, which hits Melissa, causing a big bang like explosion. A pipe appears, where Skylar is sucked into.

## Kills/Deaths

Imposter Skylar Thompson: Killed by Skylar Thompson

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 1983 coming-of-age film of the same name, which was adapted from the novel.
Band Interruption

### Context

Sabrina calls Bryson to help her talk to Kathy, a former friend who recently separated herself from Sabrina, Yasmin and Kayla

## Mission Information

### Mission Objectives

Go to the lower field.
 Run after Kathy.
 Get in the car.
 Chase Kathy.
 Find Kathy.
 Confront Kathy.

### Mission Failed Conditions

Bryson dies.
 Sabrina dies.
 Band Members die.
 The car is destroyed/abandoned.
 Kathy escapes/dies.

## Guide

### Unlocks

The Veteran’s Day Heist

**Band Interruption** is a mission in *Tales From The Darkside: The Video Game.* The mission introduces Kathy, the secondary antagonist of the game.
Chapter One Hundred and Four: Halloween II

**Chapter One Hundred and Four: Halloween II** is the fourth episode of Season 8 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the one hundredth and fourth overall. The episode serves as a remake/sequel of *Chapter Fifty-Five: Halloween,* and Carson Vagil serves as the narrator of the episode. The episode aired on January 2, 2024.

## Synopsis

**HALLOWEEN IN NELSON… AGAIN** — Carson wakes up back in the Halloween season, right where his relationship with Veronica kicked off.

## Plot

Ghost Carson wakes up at his house. He walks into his bedroom, where he sees Veronica on his bed. He begins remembering, and then sees himself walk out of the bathroom. Carson jumps on the bed, and holds Veronica. Veronica asks, “So are you ready for that big race with the Midnight Club tonight?” Carson answers yes. At school, Bryson meets with Carson, and reminds him of the race as well. That night, the Midnight Club meets at the race course. Bryson introduces everyone to the course (“Monstarrr”) and races through the course. Ghost Carson thinks to himself, “Oh, it’s the race we did where I impressed Veronica. This was the day after the fog.” Bryson finishes the course, and asks, “Does anyone wanna go next?” Olaf raises his hand, and takes Marina with him (“Virtual Diva”). After they finish, Carson asks to go. He decides to take Veronica with him, and the two go through the course (“Judgment Night”). After the couple finish, Bryson calls it a night for himself, but tells Carson, “Feel free to stay if you want.” He heads home, along with a majority of the club. Only Carson, Veronica, Yasmin and Allison remain. As Carson sets up a new track, Ghost Carson is confronted by Ghost Johnathan, who tells him, “Dude, we got a bad situation back home.” Suddenly, he explodes, almost like he was targeted and assassinated. Ghost Carson tries to figure out what happened, but simply ignores it after.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 1981 film of the same name.
Chapter Fourteen: The Second Polaroid

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**Chapter Fourteen: The Second Polaroid** is the fourth episode of Season 2 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the fourteenth overall. The episode serves the second episode of The Exile Arc. The episode aired on September 21, 2023.

## Synopsis

**TWO OF THEM NOW** — Bryson tries to accustom himself into Argos High School, while Katie receives a new Polaroid.

## Plot

A few days after Bryson’s exile, he is now living in the nearby town of Argos. He attends Argos High School after Kathy pressured Principal Brown to expel him from the school. The Group deeply misses Bryson, and plans to visit him. Katie arrives home, and is met by her mom, explaining, “A Polaroid picture was at our doorstep, with your name on it.” Katie contacts The Group to explain the Polaroid. “Yeah, it has a picture of me and Bryson holding hands, and also has Bryson holding Yasmin’s hands?” “Yeah, this has gotta be Kathy’s work,” Yasmin says. “There’s no way I would’ve wanted to take your boyfriend, Katie.” Katie decides that enough is enough, and drives to Argos to find said boyfriend.
Chapter Seventy-Three: Find Me Guilty

**Chapter Seventy-Three: Find Me Guilty** is the seventh episode of Season 6 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the seventy-third overall. The episode serves as the third episode of the Revenge Arc. The episode aired on November 21, 2023.

## Synopsis

**A MASTERFUL PLAN** — After murdering yet another member, Jennifer goes once again into hiding, and Bryson is fed up with it.

## Plot

Jennifer and Tania go into hiding in the outskirts of Nelson while a manhunt is underway for the former. Bryson is frustrated at not having caught Jennifer yet, and instructs the Revenge Group to now look for weapons and vehicles to fight Jennifer. The Revenge Group agree, and go to a black market, where they attempt to buy heavy weapons. Jennifer doesn’t plan to run further, instead taking refuge in a house where she killed the owners. Tania repeatedly asks, “Oh man, what are we gonna do?” Jennifer simply answers, “We hide out here until I can come up with a new plan to kill Bryson.” “Yeah, revenge. Right?” “Right, right, yeah revenge.” After obtaining weapons from their dealer, The Revenge Group are ready to fly back to Nelson. Carson says, “Wait, we should probably test these, just in case they don’t work.” Everyone agrees, and they race through the streets of London (“Shut Up And Drive”). Bryson is taken into temporary custody for being found with Alex’s body, but is let go after footage is found, proving his innocence. Jennifer decides to send Tania to London to attempt to sabotage The Revenge Group, and does it by pretending to be helpful and joins them. Tania suggests flying out to California to look for more equipment, which The Revenge Group agrees to, and head there. Bryson and Yasmin sit on a couch in the former’s home. Katie walks in, and tells the two, “I might have an idea on how to stop Jennifer.” She tries to use her powers, but realizes they don’t work. Yasmin is confused, asking, “How? I thought we were The Universe Guardians? Why don’t your powers work?” Katie answers, “I don’t think they were connected to The Angel Lord. It must have to do with Jennifer tampering with something, I don’t know what.” Jennifer is outside the home unbeknown to the three, waiting to strike.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2006 American courtroom drama film of the same name.
* The episode references several plot points from the Cosmology Trilogy.
Cyanide

**Cyanide** is a song sung by Carson Vagil and Veronica Cortez and originally written by Ghostemane and Pouya.

As the Belsen race is about to begin and continues, Carson and Veronica sing to signify them winning.

The song, despite not being sung by her, is featured as Nelson Veronica Cortez’s theme song.
Chapter Fifteen: Lock & Key

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**Chapter Fifteen: Lock & Key** is the fifth episode of Season 2 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the fifteenth overall. The episode serves as the fourth episode of The Exile Arc. The episode aired on September 21, 2023.

## Synopsis

**YOU’RE HOT AND YOU’RE COLD** — Katie visits Bryson, and learns of a shocking encounter with how his life at Argos High is going.

## Plot

A student at Argos High, Annalise Ortiz, flirts with Bryson, unaware that he is already in a relationship. Bryson continuously tries to avoid her, but does form a friendship with her. During lunch, Katie finds Bryson, and tells him that everyone misses him. Bryson says, “I believe you, but will Kathy, and the principal, and the town?” Katie finally says, “Bryson, if you’re not returning, then we can’t keep doing this. Until you come to your senses and come back, we’re done” (“Hot N’ Cold”). Katie leaves, and Bryson at first tries to reach for her, but stops himself. Annalise has witnessed the entire thing, and comforts Bryson. Katie returns to Nelson, and doesn’t tell The Group that she and Bryson broke up. Bryson goes to Annalise’s house to study. They both finish, and Annalise asks him if he’s hungry. He agrees, but they end up kissing, which startles both of them.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2020 fantasy horror series of the same name.
Racing Arc

The arc’s official poster

**Racing Arc** (also known as **Sports Arc**, **Bryson & Carson Arc**, or even **Phonk Arc**) is a sports action comedy-drama story arc, and is the fifth arc of *Tales From The Darkside.* The arc is the third and final part of The Jackson Cosmology Project Trilogy.

It follows Bryson and Carson as they begin a new club at Nelson High centered around racing. Multiple members of The Group and even new members join. Meanwhile, The Dark Lord returns for the final time, and Bryson uses the club to assist him and The Group in the final battle. The arc began on October 24, 2023, and ended on November 7, 2023.

## Episodes

### Pre-Arc

* The Origins Arc
* The Titanic Arc
* Chapter Fifty: I Know What You Did Last Summer (Prelude)

### Main Episodes

1. Chapter Fifty-One: Back To School
2. Chapter Fifty-Two: Midnight Club
3. Chapter Fifty-Three: Pitch Perfect
4. Chapter Fifty-Five: Halloween
5. Chapter Fifty-Eight: Don‘t Worry, Darling
6. Chapter Sixty: Unreal
7. Chapter Sixty-Three: Prom Night
8. Chapter Sixty-Five: The Final Piece
9. Chapter Sixty-Six: Graduation/Tales From The Darkside Movie: Revelations

### Related

* Chapter Fifty-Four: In The Fog
* Chapter Fifty-Seven: The Christmas Chronicles
* Chapter Fifty-Nine: Breaking Bryson
* Chapter Sixty-Two: WHAT IF…?
Non-Stop

**Non-Stop** is a song sung by The Group as part of the *Hamilton musical,* and originally written by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

While Bryson investigates Marta’s murder, he slowly goes insane, and begins avoiding everyone. Carson and Veronica suggest Katie to return with him, and when she finally decides to do so, he rejects her, which concerns The Group.
Chapter Seventy-Four: The Return of the Ghosts

**Chapter Seventy-Four: The Return of the Ghosts** is the eighth episode of Season 6 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the seventy-fourth overall. The episode aired on November 22, 2023.

## Synopsis

**RESURRECTED FRIENDS** — Katie regains her powers, and uses them to enhance and bring back people from the dead.

## Plot

Yasmin is asleep at night when she suddenly has a nightmare about Angela. This scares her awake, and Bryson helps her calm down. Yasmin asks, “Do you miss Angela?” Bryson answers, “Sometimes, babe. I wonder what she would’ve done with us all here, probably leading the Revenge Group through London.” “I agree. Hey, what if we try to artificially try to resurrect her?” “How would we do that anyway? Would we try to build something like the Time Machine?” “Yes!” Bryson hesitates, but decides to go with it. He dons his “Brysonberg” persona once again, and starts researching books on resurrection. He eventually finds methods, one of which involves using the power of the Phoenix. Katie is invited back, and attempts to trigger her powers once again, and this time, it works. Katie’s angelic powers return, and alongside it, Yasmin becomes pyrokinetic, gaining the powers of the Phoenix. Bryson gives her instructions on how to revive, and with practice, she manages to resurrect Angela, Emily and unintentionally revive Skylar as well. Yasmin and Bryson are frozen in place at the sight of the resurrected. Skylar and Emily reunite, and head outside without hearing the others. Angela shrugs, and hugs Yasmin, finally reunited. Tania decides to abandon The Revenge Group, and returns to Nelson.

## Revival/Resurrected

Angela Nalie, Skylar Thompson, Emily White: Resurrected by Katie & Yasmin

## Trivia

* The episode is the second episode to feature characters being resurrected, the first being *Chapter Sixty: Unreal.*
Skylar Memory Arc

The arc’s official poster

The **Skylar Memory Arc** (also known as **Tales From The Darkside Finale: Part 1**, **Time Travel Arc**, or even **Memory Arc**) is a science-fiction comedy drama story arc, and the eighth story arc of *Tales From The Darkside.* The arc is the first part of *The Time Travel Memory Trilogy,* and the first part of the series finale trilogy.

It follows The Group as they experience past memories from a curse enchanted by Jennifer Weston right before she was taken to hell. The arc lasted from December 30, 2023, and ended on January 16, 2024.

## Episodes

### Pre-Arc:

* Chapter Fifty-Four: In The Fog
* Chapter Sixty-Seven: To Nelson and Back Again
* Chapter Sixty-Nine: Fire Walk With Me
* Chapter Seventy-Two: Bullet to the Head
* Chapter Seventy-Seven: American Idiot
* Chapter Eighty: Fire In The Sky
* Belsen Arc
* Chapter Ninety-Four: The Secret Plan

### Episodes

1. Chapter One Hundred and Three: Outbreak
2. Chapter One Hundred and Five: Manhunter
3. Chapter One Hundred and Eight: The Outsiders
4. Chapter One Hundred and Ten: The Wicked and the Divine
5. Chapter One Hundred and Twelve: The Music Competition
6. Chapter One Hundred and Thirteen: Lost in Space
7. Chapter One Hundred and Fourteen: Night of the Comet/Tales From The Darkside Movie: The Meteor Shower (Arc Finale)

### Related

* Chapter One Hundred and Nine: Shadow of a Doubt
Chapter One Hundred: The Boogeyman

**Chapter One Hundred: The Boogeyman** is the twentieth and final episode of Season 7 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the one hundredth overall. The episode serves as the tenth and final episode of the Belsen Arc. The episode aired on December 23, 2023.

## Synopsis

**THE BEGINNING OF THE END** — The Group, now with their powers and knowledge on the supernatural, band together to defeat Jennifer once and for all.

## Plot

Bryson and Katie return, where they see Allison and Jennifer causing more destruction throughout the town. The Group finds the two, and asks, “Where have you been?” Bryson answers, “I think we have an idea on how to take down Jennifer, once and for all.” Allison seems to be losing, having sustained massive injuries from Jennifer. Katie lands on Allison’s shoulder, whispers the idea, and flies back down. Jennifer goes in for a punch, but Allison stops it, and takes herself and Jennifer into the sky. Jennifer continues to taunt Allison, saying, “Hey, you know we’re both gonna die. You know both of us aren’t immortal? Hey, why aren’t you listening to me?” Allison looks at Jennifer, and whispers, “Thanks for the memories.” She drops Jennifer, who plummets to the ground. Allison takes a breath in, and dies in space from her injuries. Jennifer lands back on Earth, but sees the town is mysteriously fixed. She fails to notice quickly that she isn’t in Nelson anymore. She shrinks down to normal size, and sees the town sign. “Welcome to Belsen.” Narrator Katie and Writer Bryson appear in front of her, repeating the phrase. Jennifer asks, “What am I doing here again? What’s going on?” Writer Bryson says, “It’s over Jennifer. It’s time to meet an old friend.” He writes in a book, and The Devil suddenly appears. Narrator Katie tells him, “She. She abused her powers.” Jennifer yells out, “This isn’t over. I’ll be back.” She begins chanting in Latin, right before The Devil takes her to hell. Writer Bryson says, “Well, I guess that’s it.” Back in Nelson, Bryson gets the word, and confirms Jennifer‘s defeat. Everyone begins cheering, until Evan appears. Bryson asks, “What do you want? Do you need to be taken to the Island Prison Evan?” Evan simply answers, “No. But you guys did mess up.” “How? We literally turned Jennifer over to the devil.” “Yes, but you forgot to account for her still having her powers right before being taken.” Bryson asks, “What do you mean?” Suddenly, a giant pipe appears from above them. It starts sucking the city through. One by one, The Group is taken through. Bryson screams for Evan, but notices he’s gone as well. The season ends with Bryson being the last person through the pipe right as it goes black.

## Kills/Deaths

Allison Role: Dies in space after sustaining massive injuries

Jennifer Weston: Taken to hell by The Devil

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2023 American supernatural horror film of the same name.
Chapter Sixty-Eight: Absolute Proof

**Chapter Sixty-Eight: Absolute Proof** is the second episode of Season 6 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the sixty-eighth overall. The episode aired on November 14, 2023.

## Synopsis

**A SIBLING NEVER KNOWN** — The Group learn of Nelson High’s current situation, and volunteer to begin teaching.

## Plot

Jennifer is running for mayor of Nelson, but has competition, Carly Dotson. Katie is friends with Carly, so they talk about the upcoming election. The Group help organize campaigns for the election in hopes of getting Carly to win, but are surprised to find out someone is working with Jennifer, Allison. Bryson asks Allison, “Really, you’re working with her? After all we’ve done for you, you betray us like this?” Allison responds, “What are you talking about? Clearly, you guys are trying to get Carly to win because of racism.” Bryson is confused, but doesn’t respond. Principal Weston still teaches at Nelson High, and is sitting in his office when Carson and Veronica walk in. Principal Weston looks surprised, and tells them, “Ah, thank you two for showing. I need you and your little group to help me.” Carson asks, “Why do you need our help?” “Well, ever since you kids graduated, the school’s been on a little bit of a decline. Jennifer has cut our funding to help support her campaign, and most of our teachers have quit because of it.” Carson and Veronica inform the rest of The Group, who all hesitantly agree to begin teaching. During a science class, Yasmin meets Tania Thompson, who is revealed to be Skylar’s younger sister. Tania asks Yasmin, “Aren’t you the one who killed Skylar 10 years ago?” Yasmin answers, “No, it was my boyfriend, Bryson,” without thinking of the consequences. Bryson hears of Yasmin’s encounter, and asks her, “Do you think she’s mad?” Yasmina answers, “She didn’t seem mad, but I’d be careful.” Bryson agrees.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2021 propaganda film of the same name.
ILY Baby

**ILY Baby** is a song sung by Bryson Martinez and Yasmin Gutierrez and originally written by Softwilly, 1only, Shadymoon, Void and Larrrycroft.

After the Midnight Club finishes the course and head home, Yasmin asks Bryson to take her home after her car breaks down. Bryson agrees, but on the way, they both realize secrets about each other.

The song is featured as Yasmin Gutierrez’s theme song from Season 5 to Season 9.
Chapter Twenty-One: A Promise Kept

**Chapter Twenty-One: A Promise Kept** is the eleventh and final episode of Season 2 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the twenty-first overall. The episode serves as the epilogue of The Exile Arc, ending Part 2, and the arc as a whole, and prelude episode to The Origins Arc. The episode aired on September 25, 2023.

## Synopsis

**CALIFORNIA HERE WE COME** — The Group reel from Kathy’s wrath, but unknown to them, the rampage is ongoing.

## Plot

Kathy ultimately goes against her plan, and begins a satanic ritual. The Group return to school, and learn of the band’s trip to California. Bryson manages to convince the director to allow him to bring Katie and Carson. Veronica doesn’t want to go to California, which Bryson understands. The band performed for the last time at their May concert. The school year ends, and The Group begins packing to go to California. Kathy stalks all members, and finally stops at Sonia’s house. She enters her home, and Sonia catches her. Sonia tries to report Kathy, but Kathy repeatedly states, “God Box, please take this as a form of sacrifice.” Before Sonia can ask, Kathy slices her stomach open. She dies on the floor. Kathy maniacally laughs, and swears revenge on The Group. Bryson looks out the window as he and Katie sit in seats together. Katie reflects on Kathy’s rampage, which unknown to them, is still ongoing. Bryson promises to Katie, “This California trip will enlighten you, and me, and all of us. I promise.” Katie asks, “Promise?” Bryson responds with the same. He checks his pocket, and the Universal Remote is still there. Carson proposes a game challenge, which Bryson challenges him to (“WOTFI 2019 Rap”). Kathy holds on to the plane as it takes off. The season ends with a flashforward with Katie, Carson and Veronica standing near a fire, with Katie warning the other two to burn their clothes, right as they burn Bryson’s bucket hat.
Belsen Arc

The arc’s official poster

The **Belsen Arc** (also known as **Belsen/Nelson Arc**, **Parallel Universe Arc**, or even **Narrator Katie Arc**) is a science fiction action story arc and the seventh major arc of *Tales From The Darkside.*

The arc follows the mysterious town of Belsen, which initially seems normal, until weird events begin to happen that coincidentally begins to collide with the prime universe, Nelson. The arc began on December 4, 2023, and ended on the 23rd.

## Episodes

### Pre-Arc:

* Racing Arc (Prelude)
* Revenge Arc (Prelude/Related)
* Chapter Eighty: Fire In The Sky (Prologue)

### Episodes:

1. Chapter Eighty-One: Welcome to Belsen (Beginning)
2. Chapter Eighty-Two: Lights Out
3. Chapter Eighty-Three: School Ties
4. Chapter Eighty-Four: Fast & Furious
5. Chapter Eighty-Five: The Nelson Paradox (Climax)
6. Chapter Ninety: Once Upon a Time in Mexico
7. Chapter Ninety-One: Jennifer & Angela Double Digest
8. Chapter Ninety-Seven: Return to Belsen/Tales From The Darkside Movie: The Other Universe
9. Chapter Ninety-Nine: The Stand
10. Chapter One Hundred: The Boogeyman (Finale)

## Trivia

* The town’s slogan changes to reference the episode’s theme:
	+ In Chapter Eighty-One: Welcome to Belsen, “The Town With Heart” references Bryson’s sacrifice.
	+ In Chapter Eighty-Two: Lights Out, “The Electrifying Town” references Gordon’s powers and suicide.
	+ In Chapter Eighty-Three: School Ties, “Home to the Best Schools In America” references Belsen High School and its low crime rate.
	+ In Chapter Eighty-Four: Fast & Furious, “Fast Times, Fast Innovation” references the Belsen race hosted by Carson and Veronica.
	+ In Chapter Eighty-Five: The Nelson Paradox, “There’s No Place Like Home” references Bryson figuring out about the bridge between Belsen and Nelson.
	+ In Chapter Ninety: Once Upon a Time in Mexico, “A Powerful Town” references Jennifer revealing her powers.
	+ In Chapter Ninety-One: Jennifer & Angela Double Digest, “Crime-Free Since 2025” is ironic since Donny is taken to jail.
	+ In Chapter Ninety-Seven: Return to Belsen, “Come Back Soon” references Carson and Summer venturing into the universe, which is the third time Belsen is seen by the audience.
	+ In Chapter Ninety-Nine: The Stand, “A Helluva Town” references The Devil being introduced.
	+ In Chapter One Hundred: The Boogeyman, “The Town With Darkness” references Jennifer’s second death in the town.
Pokeballer

**Pokeballer** is a song sung by Bryson Martinez and Carson Vagil and originally written by Void and Softwilly.

Bryson, Carson, Amelia and Shelby enter the God Box to chase after Angel0. Amelia and Shelby are scared about the chase, so Bryson and Carson decide to sing this song to calm the two down. It works.
Chapter One: The Secret Murder

> ”In this town, a secret murder isn’t simply a secret. It should be realized.”
>
> -Bryson Martinez

**Chapter One: The Secret Murder** is the first episode of the first season of the *Tales From The Darkside*, serving as the series premiere. The episode aired on September 7, 2023.

## Synopsis

**THE BEGINNING** — Nelson High School was a peaceful high school, situated in Nelson, Colorado. However, a tragic event that changes the status quo in the town, and a group of high schoolers must figure out what happened to hopefully bring peace back to the town.

## Plot

The series begins with the news of Janice Larson’s demise. Janice was killed in her own room. The police continue questioning what was the cause. At Nelson High School, Bryson Martinez and Carson Vagil, 2 of Janice’s best friends before her death, are talking with Veronica Cortez, another of Janice’s friends, about the recent news. Veronica isn’t too sad, since she didn’t know Janice all that well, but mourns with Bryson and Carson. Bryson excuses himself to the bathroom, and on the way, hears the principal talking in the main office to the police about how they’ll probably get sued if they can’t find a good reason to cover up or figure out the truth behind Janice’s death. Bryson goes into the main office, and asks if he can take over the case. At first, the principal attempts to get him out, but one of the cops recognizes Bryson as the kid who helped him find a kidnapped boy, who’s assailant was also discovered dead alongside the kid, who was tied up, but alive. The principal agrees to give Bryson the case, giving him until the end of the semester to solve it before they close it and blame Janice’s death on a suicide. Bryson sits down, thinking of where to start with this case.

## Kills/Deaths

Janice Larson: Murdered in her own room

Kidnapper: Died next to his kidnapping victim

## Trivia

* This episode is the first episode of *Tales From The Darkside.*
* The episode is remade over 3 months afterwards in *Chapter Ninety-Four: The Secret Plan.*
Chapter Thirty-Three: The Time Machine

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**Chapter Thirty-Three: The Time Machine** is the twelfth episode of Season 3 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the thirty-third overall. The episode is related to The Origins Arc. It also serves as a prelude episode to The Titanic Arc. The episode aired on October 4, 2023.

## Synopsis

**WEIRD OBJECT** — As The Group are close to raiding Angel0’s facility, they stumble upon a strange object that reveals many mysteries behind it, alongside the owner and friends of the owner.

## Plot

The Group arrive at the facility, where they take different positions to raid the place; Bryson and Katie; Carson and Veronica; Yasmin, Sabrina, Kayla and Kendra; Annalise and Melissa, the latter who got promoted to member; Finally, Summer, Marina and Olaf. Bryson asks everyone if they’re ready, but Annalise stops him, saying, “Guys, me and Melissa found a weird object here.” Melissa then says, “Yeah, it says ‘James’ Time Machine. No touchy.’ Weird.” Bryson and Katie hear a car in the distance, and see a car full of people. They get out and ask the two, “Who are you guys?” Bryson says his name, and the two girls’ eyes light up. “Oh my god, you’re Bryson Martinez? Nelson High’s most famous detective? Solved multiple murders?” Bryson says yes, and asks them, “Who are you?” They answer, “I’m Amelia. This is my girlfriend, Shelby. These two in the back,” she points to the car, “are John and Natalia. Pleasure to meet you.” Bryson asks them, “What are you guys doing here in Nelson?” They all simply say, “James.” Annalise continues to talk about the Time Machine. Amelia and Shelby recognize it and say, “Oh god, that’s James’.” “The guy up there with Angel0 right now?!” “Yes!” Suddenly, James swoops down, and comes face-to-face with Amelia and Shelby. “You two again.” Shelby tries to talk him out of it. “Come on James. This isn’t you!” James doesn’t say anything, and simply grabs the Time Machine from Annalise. “You weak, pathetic fools,” James says. He heads back up, where he throws the machine into the air, and lands on top of the rocket.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from H. G. Wells’ 1895 novel of the same name.
* The episode fully establishes the crossover between this series and *Friends in High School.*
Chapter Sixty-Five: The Final Piece

**Chapter Sixty-Five: The Final Piece** is the seventeenth and penultimate episode of Season 5 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the sixty-fifth overall. The episode is the eighth and penultimate episode of the Racing Arc. The episode aired on November 6, 2023.

## Synopsis

**ONE FINAL ATTACK** — The Dark Lord attacks and possesses Sonia, leaving someone with flashbacks to previous events. It’s up to The Group to protect Sonia from The Dark Lord.

## Plot

The Group wakes up the next morning, and sees the roof of the school has gone missing. They are startled, and head outside, where Sonia stands, mimicking Melissa’s stand before she was possessed. And just like Melissa, Sonia is also revealed to be possessed by The Dark Lord. Bryson yells out, “Dark Lord! You can’t take over another innocent life, especially one that was given another opportunity!” The Dark Lord says, “Look Bryson. I can do whatever I want. Just like you said, I’m the bad guy. I’m your guys‘ worst enemy. I’m here to take over the universe, and destroy it once and for all. All I need now is you, Katie Jackson. You are the guardian angel, and I need to kill you so my plan can come to fruition.” Katie runs back inside with the Universe Guardians running after her to protect her. The Dark Lord jumps out of Sonia’s body, and runs inside. The Midnight Club grabs Sonia and books it for their cars. The Dark Lord runs around the school, looking frantically for Katie. He finds Annalise and Yasmin supposedly stuffing someone, but only finds Bryson, who punches him in the face. The three laugh, but The Dark Lord lifts them into the air, demanding where Katie is. Katie appears, and tells The Dark Lord to leave them alone. The Dark Lord grabs Katie, and flies up into the air. He sees the Midnight Club drive off with Sonia, and he gets attacked by The Angel Lord, dropping Katie in the process. Katie is saved by the others, and witnesses the battle between the two lords. The Angel Lord tries to convince The Dark Lord to give up, but he doesn’t listen. He proceeds to chase after the Midnight Club, and grabs Sonia once again. He returns to hovering over Nelson High, which is now in shambles. Bryson yells out, “Leave Sonia alone! She’s innocent!” The Dark Lord says, “You’re right. I need one final sacrifice, and it looks like Sonia’s the perfect candidate.” He then sucks Sonia’s life force out, killing her once again. The Dark Lord gains energy, and opens a portal, reminiscent of the God Box. The Dark Lord flies through the portal, startling everyone.

## Kills/Deaths

Sonia Lane: Life force sucked out by The Dark Lord

## Trivia

* The episode title is a reference to the machinima web-series SMG4’s 2021 episode of the same name.
No Me Diga

**No Me Diga** (English **You Don’t Say**) is a song sung by Kathy Beefer and originally written by Lin-Manuel Miranda for the In the Heights musical.

Angel0 splits into Kathy and Angela. Kathy allows Angela to hang out with The Group for Homecoming. Kathy says she learned the tactic from the God Box.
Bryson Martinez

> **Bryson:** ”Yes, Mr. Walter. I can handle this.”
>  **Mr. Walter:** “What makes you capable of this case?”
>  **Bryson:** “Remember the Janice Larson case? I single-handledly solved an entire homicide case in a few weeks that you guys couldn’t do immediately. Like the Hamilton song once again, history does have its eyes on me.”
>
> Conversation between **Bryson** and Mr. Walter during Chapter Nineteen: History Has Its Eyes On You.

**Bryson Martinez** is a main character in the Tales From The Darkside, serving as the main protagonist of the series.
Chapter Fifty: I Know What You Did Last Summer

**Chapter Fifty: I Know What You Did Last Summer** is the second episode of Season 5 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the fiftieth overall. The episode serves as a prelude to the Racing Arc. The episode aired on October 24, 2023.

## Synopsis

**BAND DINNER PARTY** — The band hosts a band camp dinner, and have the seniors come up and say a few words for their time in band, and high school in general.

## Plot

Bryson goes home after practice, and sees Katie standing at his doorstep. Bryson gives her a hug, and Katie asks him, “So, about your driving.” Bryson looks confused. “Have you thought about practicing drifting?” Bryson answers, “I don’t know. I feel like I wouldn’t be good at it.” “Well, maybe Carson, Veronica or I could help.” “Yeah, yeah that would be nice.” Band camp ends, and the band gathers at a member’s house. Everyone is playing around, and Mr. Hence calls the seniors to “come up and say a few words.” Bryson begins, and says, “Well, juggling band and the multiple investigations has been kind of rough. I mean, I was still able to go to California, but not without a few mishaps.” Yasmin says, “These past four years have been weird. Freshman year was pretty normal. Bryson was exiled and we lost one of our baritones for 2 weeks. Then junior year, and we witnessed Angela and Melissa’s deaths. I indirectly caused one and was forced to do the other one. Horrifying.” Sabrina and Kayla combine their speeches. “Pretty much, we just lived in high school. We journeyed into the unknowns of space and destroyed the God Box. We defeated The Dark Lord, but we don’t know if he’s still out there, waiting.” Carson finally says, “Senior year has just begun. Our final year is here, so let’s go out with a bang!” Everyone yells and cheers, and the seniors pull out party poppers and pop them.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 1997 American slasher film of the same name.
Chapter Seventy-One: Witness for the Prosecution

**Chapter Seventy-One: Witness for the Prosecution** is the fifth episode of Season 6 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the seventy-first overall. The episode serves as the first episode of the Revenge Arc. The episode aired on November 17, 2023.

## Synopsis

**THE TRIAL OF JENNIFER WESTON** — Jennifer is captured for the murder of Olaf, and Bryson convinces Allison to stand up for herself.

## Plot

Bryson gets an idea to help take down Jennifer; send a few members of The Group to head out and find anyone who has been wronged by Jennifer. Annalise volunteers to lead that team, so Bryson enlists her to pick the members. Annalise picks Sabrina, Carson, Veronica, Ethan and Johnathan. The team, nicknamed The Revenge Group, says goodbye, and leaves Nelson to look for people. The Revenge Group first head out to look for members of Jennifer’s old volleyball team, and head to Portugal. Bryson then asks Allison, “Is there anything Jennifer did that could help us, like prosecute her and maybe send her to jail?” Allison thinks, but only comes up with, “I guess murdering Olaf during that race.” “Great, that can work.” Bryson files a warrant arrest for Jennifer, and gets her arrested for the murder of Olaf. A trial date is set, but Jennifer tells Bryson, “I have good lawyers. You’ll never win this. What’s even your evidence?” Bryson answers, “Eyewitnesses told you commanded the installation of explosive devices underneath the vehicles of Olaf and Allison with the intent of killing them. It succeeded in one, but failed in another thanks to my quick thinking.” Jennifer doesn’t say anything at first, but then says, “You won’t get away with this Bryson. I will take you down, one way or another. I’ve killed one member, who says I won’t do it again?” Bryson doesn’t look at her, and simply leaves the room.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 1957 American mystery thriller film of the same name.
Chapter Seventy-Nine: Band of Brothers

**Chapter Seventy-Nine: Band of Brothers** is the thirteenth and penultimate episode of Season 6 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the seventy-ninth overall. The episode serves as the seventh and penultimate episode of the Revenge Arc. The episode aired on November 29, 2023.

## Synopsis

**PLANNING THE HEIST** — The Group track down Jennifer, and plan a heist to take her down. Meanwhile, The Revenge Group finally have their manpower, and plan to fly back to Nelson, but not without some interference.

## Plot

The Revenge Group wake up the next morning, and are held at gunpoint by mercenaries hired by Jennifer. The Revenge Group defeats them all, and are called by Bryson, who tells them, “I need you all back now. I heard you have all the machinery we need. Let’s defeat Jennifer and take back Nelson!” Jennifer rides her jetpack back to her base, where she unravels a semi truck. She smiles at it when suddenly Tania walks in. She berates Jennifer, “Really?! That was your grand plan? Kill your own father at the musical?!” Jennifer responds, “Yes, you got a problem with that?” Jennifer nears Tania, who is scared (“Bad Blood”). Jennifer then orders Tania to get in her semi-truck, which is revealed to contain a bomb, and starts driving down to Nelson High. The Group catch wind of the plan, and head out to stop Jennifer; Bryson and Yasmin in the Charger, Katie and Kendra in Katie’s Corvette, Marina and Summer in Marina’s Honda. They near the truck, but stay behind to not alarm Tania. The Revenge Group arrives at the airport to fly back to Nelson. Carson sees Annalise in a sour mood, and asks her what’s up. Annalise answers, “Nothing. I just feel like I haven’t done much as a leader. I’m supposed to be leading this group and all I feel like I’ve done is just bully and just be lazy.” Carson rejects this, answering, “No you haven’t. You’ve been a great leader, and we love having you support us as we gather materials. Let’s get in that plane and show Bryson how much manpower we, I mean you, have gathered over the past few weeks.” Annalise feels good about herself, and gets on the plane. A flashforward shows The Revenge Group panicking as their plane is on fire.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2001 American war drama miniseries of the same name.
* The episode begins Tania’s journey to betray Jennifer.
Season 4

Season Poster

*“The Royal Ship.”* Tagline for the season

**Season 4: The Ship of Dreams** is the fourth season of *Tales From The Darkside.* The season ran from October 9, 2023, and ended on the 19th.

## Description

In the aftermath of the Polaroid hunt initiated by Katie Jackson, Bryson Martinez returned to Nelson after a long, fought hard exile and defeated Kathy Beefer. Later, The Group had to face a new challenge; supernatural powers being brought to Nelson. This culminates after Kathy possesses Angela Nalie to form Angel0. Crossovers took place, and a grand battle ended with the deaths of Angela and Kathy. Now, our friends must face the aftermath of this, with time travel shenanigans and love spiraling down as The Group face new obstacles every other week.
Chapter Seven: The Stranger

Title Card

**Chapter Seven: The Stranger** is the seventh episode of Season 1 of *Tales From The Darkside.* The episode serves as the third episode of the Lockdown Arc and prelude episode to The Origins Arc. The episode aired on September 12, 2023.

## Synopsis

**RECOVERY** — As Nelson High recovers from the massacre, Bryson uses Skylar’s clue to his advantage.

## Plot

The day after the massacre, the school has closed early, just in time for Thanksgiving Break, and Bryson continues the case at home. He attempts to figure out what “Splint” means, as those were Skylar’s final words and clue to Bryson before dying yesterday. He decides to narrow it down lower by emailing Dom Artez, a former friend of Skylar’s, to hopefully know more. Dom responds by emailing back, “I’m pretty sure it was Carson, but I don’t know. You might have to look around.” Bryson emails him back thanking him, and begins writing out some suspects. Carson, due to him being close friends with Janice. Evan Hernandez, although not having any relation to splint, has had a hatred for Janice. Sonia Lane, due to being involved in technical theater. Bryson takes this information and heads out the door to interview Sonia and Evan. However, he isn’t looking forward to seeing Evan as Evan has had a kind of unhealthy crush on Bryson. Evan has attempted to slain people Bryson has had a crush on, including Yasmin, another girl named Katie Jackson, who Bryson currently has a crush on, and another girl who had moved schools due to Evan threatening her, and her killing herself after the trauma induced by Evan. Bryson makes it to Sonia's home, and gives an interview. She confesses to have known about Skylar’s plan to frame Mal, but didn’t have any involvement. He leaves, and decides to not interview Evan, who at the moment has been preparing to attempt to get Bryson to like him, but doesn’t enact the plan due to Bryson not showing up. Bryson arrives back home, and crosses Sonia’s picture off the suspect list.

## Kills/Deaths

Former Nelson High student: Suicide after PTSD from Evan Hernandez

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 1942 novel of the same name.
* The title card change from *Chapter Four: Knives Out* ends with this episode.
Chapter Fifty-Six: The Game Plan

**Chapter Fifty-Six: The Game Plan** is the eighth episode of Season 5 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the fifty-sixth overall. The episode aired on October 28, 2023.

## Synopsis

**FINAL FOOTBALL GAME** — The band perform at their final football game, but after a football player is injured, its up to Carson to step up and win the game.

## Plot

The band, especially the seniors, have their final football game tonight, where the seniors will have a special recognition. A football player is unable to attend, so Mr. Hence suggests Carson to play, saying, “He can probably accidentally kill someone with how strong he throws the flags.” Carson hesitantly agrees, but decides to go with it. Carson tells Bryson, “Why did I accept?! I don’t know how American football works. I’m going to get humiliated out there. I’m probably gonna make us lose!” Bryson calms him down, saying, “Just get the ball and run to the end. Simple?” Carson says it back, and joins the football team. The seniors gather, and one by one, they are walked by their parents as the announcer gives speeches to everyone. “Bryson Martinez, our very own senior detective. He will be going to the University of California studying criminal justice. Yasmin Gutierrez. Cymbals player in the Marching Band. She will also be going to the University of California studying technical hacking. Carson Vagil. Color Guard and temporary football player. He will be going to the University of Texas in Austin. Sabrina Kalene. Flute Section Leader. She will be going to the University of Colombia studying music. Kayla Drate. Flute Player in the Marching Band. She will fly out to Brown University on a full scholarship. Kendra Brates. Clarinet Section Leader. She will be taking her excellence to Princeton University to study technical theater. Alex Kindley. Clarinet Player. She will be going to Dartmouth to study World Geography. Now, if we could all take a moment of silence for one member who was unable to make it this year, Angela Nalie. She was planning on going to Dartmouth, but sadly passed away last year in October.” The seniors return to the stands, and Carson stands near the other football players. The band play in the stands (“Seven Nation Army”), when a football player gets injured, and Carson is forced onto the field. Halftime arrives, and Carson is able to play with the color guard (“Smells Like Teen Spirit”). After the show ends, Carson returns to the field, and plays. Bryson rallies the band up to cheer for Carson. Mr. Hence also cheers, and suggests a song of his own choice. As Carson gets the ball, Mr. Hence commands everyone to begin playing (“Cherry Bomb”). Carson hears the band play, and gains confidence, and makes it to the end zone, scoring a touchdown and winning the game. Afterwards, the band celebrated at an ice cream shop. Everyone praises Carson for the win. Katie calls Bryson and tells him, “I heard what Carson did. Tell him congrats from me.”

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2007 American film of the same name.
Chapter Eighty-Six: Left Behind

**Chapter Eighty-Six: Left Behind** is the sixth episode of Season 7 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the eighty-six overall. The episode aired on December 9, 2023.

## Synopsis

**REUNIFICATION** — The Group are reunited after a long, struggling battle, but are cut short after a few news breaks them.

## Plot

Jennifer and Angela have escaped, and attempt to target more members of The Group. Bryson and Yasmin head up the mountain, and look in the aftermath of the explosion. Summer and Tania emerge from the water, giving a thumbs up. They see the smoke from the plane, and run, hoping The Revenge Group survived. Jennifer and Angela ditch Nelson, and head for Rome. They both begin setting up an elaborate scheme. Bryson’s team arrive at the crash site, and initially are devastated, but then are surprised to see a car drive. They cheer, but are cut short when Veronica reveals Alan did not survive. A flashback reveals Alan sacrificed himself to save everyone else. The Group are once again reunited for the first time in months, and learn of Jennifer traveling to Rome. They once again split, but only with a few members staying. Katie, Kendra, Ethan and Johnathan stay in Nelson to look for Carly, Skylar and Emily while taking care of Tania. The rest, led by Bryson, head out to stop Jennifer. They book a flight straight to Rome, having The Revenge Group joke about “having just come from there.” Everyone laughs as Bryson thinks, “We’re gonna stop you Jennifer.”

## Kills/Deaths

Alan Miles: Self-sacrifice to save The Revenge Group

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2014 American thriller film of the same name.
Just Dance

**Just Dance** is a song sung by Kathy Beefer, and originally written by Lady Gaga.

Kathy holds Katie hostage in a forest, and Bryson alone arrives to save her. In this instance, the song is only sung with a small verse, which taunts Bryson to “just dance” and let her kill Katie.

The song is once again sung, this time by Bryson and Katie. As the Titanic raises up to her stern, Bryson and Katie look for Amelia and Shelby, but don’t find the couple. They decide to sing this song to find the two, and it works.

The song is featured as Kathy Beefer’s theme song.