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Chapter Thirteen: Men and Horses

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> ”So. How does a hero’s exile story affect everyone that loves him? I don’t know actually, cause that just happened.
>
> -Bryson Martinez

**Chapter Thirteen: Men and Horses** is the third episode of Season 2 of *Tales From The Darkside* and the thirteenth overall. The episode serves as the first episode of The Exile Arc.

## Synopsis

**GONE AWAY** — Bryson is exiled from Nelson, and Katie tries to convince him to ignore Kathy.

## Plot

As Bryson nears the town’s borders, he hears a car pull up. Katie is driving, and pleads for Bryson to not leave. “I can convince Kathy that you didn’t kill Janice.” Bryson reiterates, “I’m only gonna be harassed here.” Katie then thinks, “Do you think it was Kathy that forged that Polaroid? It must’ve been her, right?” Bryson simply says, “Forget it,” and continues walking away (“Gone Away”). Katie finally lets him leave, and returns to Nelson High, where the protest has dispersed, and Kathy is sitting, eating lunch. Katie confronts Kathy, who reveals, “I knew he didn’t. I just felt like insuring chaos.” Katie swears, “You’ll never get away with this Kathy. I will get my revenge, and you’ll be feeling sorry for ever getting your way.” Katie leaves, and meets with The Group to discuss strategies on how to bring back Bryson.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2013 Icelandic drama film, Of Horses and Men.
* The episode is the first episode to feature a song.
* The title card for the episode, and all the way until *Chapter Twenty: The Prestige,* changes.
Chapter Thirty-Four: Friends in High School

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**Chapter Thirty-Four: Friends in High School** is the thirteenth and penultimate episode of Season 3 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the thirty-fourth overall. The episode serves as the seventh and penultimate episode of The Origins Arc. The episode aired on October 4, 2023.

## Synopsis

**THE BOMBARDMENT** — The Group storm Angel0’s facility, but are met by a much larger problem that could change their lives forever.

## Plot

The Group, now joined by the Georgia Group, stormed the facility. Angel0 needs energy to power the rocket. James whispers in their ear, and Angel0 agrees. They convince Gordon to give up his energy. Gordon gets in the machine, but before Gordon can realize, Angel0’s Energy Zucker starts powering up, which begins draining Gordon’s life force. Angel0 doesn’t feel remorse. James sees Gordon as well, and laughs at him, saying, “I guess Angel0 didn’t like you. You’re screwed.” Gordon screams in pain as James walks away. As everyone climbs up, Carson hums tunes to himself. Bryson recognizes the tune, and begins singing along. Katie and Veronica join in, and so does Summer (“Chrome Beretta”). The Group and Georgia Group reach the top, and are shocked to find the roof empty. Angel0 laughs in their faces, and takes off with James in the rocket, heading for space, and the God Box. The Group initially gives up, but Bryson is determined to take down Kathy and Angel0. He asks, “Who can build a rocket fast?” John, Summer, Olaf and Marina raise their hands. “Perfect,” Bryson says, “We can get this done before they hit orbit. We have about a 9 minute window before they reach space.” In a matter of minutes, the four finish building a new, small but versatile rocket. Bryson gets in, and suddenly, everyone wants to get in. “If I get some of you, will you promise to help me destroy her?” Some people back out, so Bryson chooses Katie, Carson, Amelia, Shelby, Yasmin and Sabrina. They all get in, and fly up into the sky.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2023 American film of the same name, of which this series crossovers over with.
Madrid Drive

**Madrid Drive** is a musical piece originally written by Koji Kondo and played in the Mario Kart stage, *Tour Madrid Drive.* The song contains three versions, but only two are used, being “City,” “Stadium,” and the third “Museum” which goes unused.

Bryson and Yasmin use their cars to stop Jennifer’s bomb, which leads into the cars getting damaged more,
Bryson and Yasmin

The relationship between **Bryson Martinez** and **Yasmin Gutierrez** initially started as a confidential friendship that stayed that way as Bryson was in a relationship already. However, going into their senior year, after Katie had left the state for a while, Bryson and Yasmin slowly began an affair, However, Katie later found out, but wasn’t mad. She allowed the two to date, ending her relationship with Bryson. The relationship lasted into their adulthood, but after multiple separations and battles, the two’s relationship deteriorated, and the two broke up.
I Love You Hoe

*Not to be confused with the similarly named song I Love You So*

**I Love You Hoe** is a song sung by Madeline Macera and Bailey Johnson and originally written by Odetari and 9lives.

The two pick this song for the competition, with Madeline picking to signify her intention to date Bryson.

The song is featured as Madeline Macera’s theme song.
Chapter Three: Bad For Each Other

> ”I could tell since the beginning that the two were bad for each other, but to this extent? Something doesn’t add up.”
>
> -Bryson Martinez

**Chapter Three: Bad For Each Other** is the third episode of the first season of *Tales From The Darkside.* The episode aired on September 8, 2023.

## Synopsis

**YEAH, WE BROKE UP** — After finding Emily White’s body, Bryson ramps up the investigation, going from investigating one death, to two.

## Plot

After seeing the dead body of Emily, Bryson runs to the office to alert everyone. After the situation is calmed down, Bryson calls Skylar for an interview not only for Emily’s death, but also Janice’s. Skylar, at first, fools around a little talking about Em, but then Bryson drops a bombshell. “Did you guys break up,” asks Bryson. Skylar pauses for a moment, before responding, “Yes, we did. We broke up the day after the Veterans Day Parade, you remember that?” Bryson says yes. He also asks about Janice and when they last saw her. Ash responds with, “The 13th, at Walmart. She seemed frustrated. It was weird.” Bryson then says, “Weird, cause she died later that day. Did you see anyone, like, follow her afterwards apart from whoever went with her?” Skylar responds, “Yes actually, I think it was like a blue Subaru of some sort.” Bryson thanks Skylar for the viable information, and sends them away back to class.

## Trivia

* The episode titles comes from the 1953 drama film of the same name.
Lockdown Arc

The arc’s official poster

*Not to be confused with the episode of the same name*

The **Lockdown Arc** (also known as the **Nelson Massacre Arc** or simply the **Skylar Arc**) is a horror thriller comedy-drama story arc and the first story arc of the series. The story arc began on September 8, 2023 and concluded on September 14, 2023.

## Episodes

### Pre-Arc

* Chapter One: The Secret Murder
* Chapter Three: Bad For Each Other
* Chapter Four: Knives Out (Prelude)

### Main Episodes

1. Chapter Five: The Lockdown
2. Chapter Six: The Nelson Massacre
3. Chapter Seven: The Stranger
4. Chapter Eight: The American Dream

### Post-Arc

* Chapter Nine: The Great Escape (Epilogue)
* Chapter Sixty-Two: WHAT IF…? (Reference/Cameo)
* Chapter Seventy-Five: Citizen Weston/Tales From The Darkside Movie: Jennifer’s Origins (Reference/Cameo)
Chapter Ninety-Four: The Secret Plan

**Chapter Ninety-Four: The Secret Plan** is the fourteenth episode of Season 7 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the ninety-fourth overall. The episode is related to the Belsen Arc and prelude to the Skylar Memory Arc, and serves as a remake of *Chapter One: The Secret Murder.* The episode aired on December 17, 2023.

## Synopsis

**DEJA VU?** — After stopping Jennifer from blowing up a bomb, Bryson wakes up, back in 2022, back in sophomore year, where he experiences similar things that have previously occurred.

## Plot

Bryson wakes up at his home. He doesn’t seem to remember the chase through the city, and simply heads to Nelson High. He is now a high schooler once again, and heads to class, where he meets with Carson and Veronica, who are also high schoolers again. Suddenly, an announcement comes through, with Principal Brown announcing, “Students of Nelson High School. We have unfortunate news to deliver to you. This morning, the Nelson Police Department found the deceased body of fellow classmate Janice Larson.” Bryson hears this, and suddenly gets deja vu, almost like he’s already lived this before. He brushes it off, however, and excuses himself to the bathroom. However, on the way, he hears a strange noise, and decides to investigate. He turns the corner, and sees Skylar Thompson killing a police officer. He gets scared, but gets deja vu once again. Nonetheless, the school goes into lockdown, and Bryson runs back to class. Skylar then flys in and tries to kill Bryson. They fail, and escape. Bryson suddenly gains superpowers, and flies after Skylar (“Holding Out For A Hero”). He chases Skylar into space, but Skylar manages to escape. He returns back down to Nelson High, where he notices all the students are gone. He decides to go back to his English class. As he enters the room, it is glowing with an ominous red glow, which he is confused about. All the students are preaching, when suddenly, Janice reappears, alive and well. Bryson opens his mouth to say something, but Janice stops him, saying, “It’s ok. I’m here to help you with Jennifer.” Janice and Bryson teleport back to the real world, with many mixed responses.

## Revivals/Resurrected

Janice Larson: Resurrected by unknown matters

## Trivia

* The episode title is a play on *Chapter One: The Secret Murder,* which this episode remakes.
* The episode is the first episode to be a remake.
Chapter Twenty-Three: Better Luck Tomorrow

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> ”Angela had a conspiracy to talk to us about. I didn’t know it yet, but one would say to better have luck tomorrow.”
>
> -Bryson Martinez

**Chapter Twenty-Three: Better Luck Tomorrow** is the second episode of Season 3 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the twenty-third overall. The episode aired on September 26, 2023.

## Synopsis

**CONSPIRACY THEORIES** — Angela tries to explain to The Group about Kathy.

## Plot

A flashforward shows Katie, Carson and Veronica getting detained by Mr. Walter in their English class for “the murder of Bryson Martinez.” Returning to the present day, Bryson walks with Katie to the pool. Katie asks Bryson, “So about Annalise.” Bryson looks confused. “What about her?” “Your guys’ relationship you had for like, 2 weeks.” “Yeah, what about it?” “Did you guys do anything that you hadn't done with me?” “No, literally all I’ve done with her was hold hands and kiss, that’s it.” “Okay, do you have your license?” “Almost. I have another month with my permit, why?” “No reason.” Angela runs past them, yelling, “Emergency meeting in my room, now!” Bryson and Katie look confused, and speed walk to Angela’s room. Angela puts down all of her notes, and pulls out a board as well. She pulls out string, and connects a few dots together. She then explains, “Okay, so. Here’s my theory.” Everyone leans in forward. “Isn’t it weird that Kathy just disappeared, with no trace? Bryson told us that he saw Kathy at the parade, which isn’t normal. Unless, she somehow got here at the same time as us. Maybe holding on to the plane.” Bryson chimes in, “But that’s impossible, right?” I mean, it’s not like she summoned a satanic ritual.” Angela then continues, “Or that could be the case. You see, ever since we got here, I’ve had weird hallucinations, or dreams, or whatever you wanna call them. Kathy’s planning something big, and we gotta be prepared for it. How do we know Kathy didn’t plan for us to go to California? She wanted us away from Nelson. Mr. Hence never warned us about this trip until like, a month beforehand. Kathy put the idea in his head.” The Group begins to agree, but Katie is skeptical. She asks Angela, “Do you have any proof of this happening?” Angela comically points at the board, and Katie once again agrees.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2002 crime drama film of the same name.
Data-Flow

Data Flow was a purple Hammer bot that competed in seasons 1 and 5 and was made by CoolSpeedBot and Team CSB.

## Robot History (Spoilers Duh)

Data-Flows first opponent was Stardust Crusader. On the first hit Stardust Crusader went flying in the air but no damage was dealt. Several more similar exchanges occurred and Data Flow tricked Stardust Crusader into the screws. Despite both weapons working at full capacity no damage was delt. Data Flow was still able to control most of the fight. Data Flow then won a judges decision.
MethHead Freestyle

## Information

### Performed

Allison Role, Carson Vagil, Veronica Cortez, Katie Jackson, Summer Marley, Rachel Payton, Bryson Martinez

## Guide

### Next

Poker Face

**MethHead Freestyle** (stylized as **METHHEAD FREESTYLE**) is a song sung by Allison Role, Carson Vagil, Veronica Cortez, Katie Jackson, Summer Marley, Rachel Payton, and Bryson Martinez and originally written by Lil Darkie, Afourteen, Eric North, Johnnascus, stone deluxe, Wendigo, BLCKK, BRUHMANEGOD and Royalty the Kidd.

The song is sung during The Group’s bowling night right before Kylie and Carly walk in to confront them.
Chapter Forty-One: A Building Panic

**Chapter Forty-One: A Building Panic** is the sixth episode of Season 4 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the forty-first overall. The episode serves as the fifth episode of The Titanic Arc. The episode aired on October 12, 2023.

## Synopsis

**PANIC ABOARD THE SHIP** — The ship continues to sink further into the Atlantic, which The Group aren’t happy for, and plan routes to escape.

## Plot

The Group split up to hopefully escape by other means. Yasmin, Sabrina, Kayla, Kendra and Melissa are on the port while Bryson, Katie, Amelia, Shelby and Summer are on the starboard side. Bryson tests an idea, and gets Summer on a boat while the rest stay back. The lifeboat is lowered, and when it hits the water, Summer disappears. Bryson hopes that Summer returned to the present. In the present, this theory is proven true when Summer arrives back in the present through the Time Machine, and embraces everyone else. Diana finds Bryson and Katie, and pulls a gun on them. Bryson pushes Diana, tells Amelia and Shelby to find a boat, and escapes with Katie to the lower decks. Kendra and Kayla get on a boat, returning to the present. Yasmin and Sabrina try to convince each other to get on the boat, but neither can decide. Bryson and Katie continue to run from Diana, who has run out of bullets. The couple don’t know, and continue running until they find a hiding spot near E deck. Diana yells, “I hope you two find solace in each other!” She then runs up to return to the present. Amelia and Shelby take too long, and eventually, the ship sinks further, and the lifeboat count is dwindling. The two agree to attempt to stay on the ship for as long as they can. Bryson and Katie manage to make it to the deck, and also find themselves stuck with no lifeboats. They meet with Amelia and Shelby, and later Yasmin and Sabrina. Bryson ridicules the four for not finding a lifeboat, but Sabrina finds a collapsible boat. A crew member helps them, and Bryson tries to get everyone on. Yasmin and Sabrina get on, and Bryson tells Katie to get on. Katie says, “I’ll get on if you do.” The two hold each other’s hands, but a crew member separates the two. Bryson sees as the boat is lowered into the water, which Amelia comments on. “You have a hero’s complex, you know that?” Bryson agrees, saying, “I just try to help everyone.” “But not yourself?” “Yeah.” Katie watches as Bryson gets smaller. Her memories of California and spending the night with him serge through her mind, and she jumps back on the ship. Bryson panics, and runs down to find her. Yasmin and Sabrina see this, but don’t respond in time, and are teleported to the present. Bryson and Katie embrace, once again solidifying their relationship and love for each other. Katie tells Bryson, “Promise me you won’t leave me ever again!” Bryson agrees, and they begin noticing the ship’s decline in structure. The two realize what’s happening, and begin running to the stern.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the name of the song in *Titanic (1997)* of the same name.
Chapter Thirty-Eight: Take Her To Sea

**Chapter Thirty-Eight: Take Her To Sea** is the third episode of Season 4 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the thirty-eighth overall. The episode serves as the second episode of The Titanic Arc. The episode aired on October 10, 2023.

## Synopsis

**HE LURKES** — As Bryson enjoys the RMS Titanic, he learns of the real reason as to why they’re on the ship from a source he’s never met before.

## Plot

Bryson walks around the ship, and sees Principal Brown, who is the captain of the ship. Captain Brown looks at his first officer, Murdoch, and simply tells him, “Take her to sea. At full velocity.” Bryson feels the ship begin to move faster. He walks around the ship, embracing the air, while also writing in his notebook about his experience for the project. He bumps into a fellow passenger. He asks them, “I’m sorry?” The passenger calls himself, “Greg,” before pardoning Bryson and walking away. He tries to find Katie to try and talk to her, but is blocked by another passenger. She asks Bryson to talk to him “in private.” Bryson agrees, and walks with the passenger into the first class gym. The woman introduces herself. “Bryson, I’m The Angel Lord. I’m pretty much your guys’ guardian angel. I’m here to protect you guys.” Bryson is confused, so The Angel Lord explains, “I’m the ruler of The Angel Graveyard. Angela was sent there twice before escaping. I helped her defeat Kathy and destroy the God Box. I’m here to warn you guys that The Dark Lord’s on the ship.” Bryson thinks, but realizes the “Greg” person was The Dark Lord. The Angel Lord continues, “You need to meet with Katie, and try to convince her to like you, again. You need to do this before the ship sinks.” Bryson understands, and leaves to find Katie.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the name of the song in *Titanic (1997)* of the same name.
Chapter Twenty-Seven: Kathy and the God Box

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**Chapter Twenty-Seven: Kathy and the God Box** is the sixth episode of Season 3 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the twenty-seventh overall. The episode aired on September 29, 2023.

## Synopsis

**KATHY’S PLAN** — Kathy hatches a plan to reach the God Box, with help from a friend. Meanwhile, The Group learn of Kathy’s return, and make their way back to Nelson.

## Plot

Kathy is at her house, trying to cast a satanic ritual in order to summon the “God Box.” It fails, and she determines, “It must be in space, right? It has to be.” She looks up at the sky, and pretends to see a shape. Kathy calls up a friend, Diana Colbe, who arrives later that day. Kathy tells Diana her plan. “So, you plan on going to space? Seriously? To find what exactly? Some box in the sky that has godlike powers? Really Kathy?” Kathy tells Diana, “No. Well, not exactly. The God Box is a figure that your little puny mind can’t take, okay? It’s something that only I can summon. That’s why I need to go up there.” Diana then says, “So, why did you bring me here? I’m not exactly Ms. ‘I can build a rocket in 5 days for you.’” Kathy then retaliates, “No, but I do know someone who can, and will for ‘unlimited power.’ And, we need a sacrifice as well. That’s where Bryson comes in.” “Bryson Martinez? The guy who you’ve been fighting for the past five months? Him?” “Yeah, and the person who wants unlimited power is Gordon Molina.” “Gordon?! That guy’s a psychopath!” The plane lands back in Colorado, and The Group step out, briefly embrace the air, and head out to return back to Nelson. “Veronica says Kathy returned. I kind of believe her,” Bryson states. “Yeah, I do too,” Katie answers. “And we need to get back before she does unimaginable damage.” A final flashforward showcases Katie sitting in a school booth, silently crying to herself. Veronica finds her, and comforts her, saying, “I know she did unimaginable damage to you, but I promise, we’ll get through it together, as friends.” She grabs Katie’s hand as Katie repeats, “I keep wishing he comes back, but he doesn’t.”

## Trivia

* This episode is the first episode to feature the God Box, which would become an antagonist later on.
* The episode is the first episode to feature a character’s name in the title, being Kathy Beefer’s name.
Holiday

**Holiday** is a song sung by Katie Jackson, Carson Vagil and performed by the Nelson High Marching Band, and originally written by the American rock band Green Day.

The Nelson High Marching Band perform at a local California football game, joining the opposing school’s marching band as they all perform pep tunes, one of which includes Holiday, and Katie and Carson, despite Katie not being in band and Carson being in Color Guard, sing the lyrics.
Chapter Seventy: Judgment Night

**Chapter Seventy: Judgement Night** is the fourth episode of Season 6 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the seventieth overall. The episode serves as the prelude to the Revenge Arc. The episode aired on November 16, 2023.

## Synopsis

**JENNIFER’S ATTACKS** — After the attack that left a member dead, Jennifer continues planning her rampage for The Group.

## Plot

Bryson brings Allison to the rest of The Group, who all initially dislike her for her betrayal, but eventually warm up and accept her back. Jennifer continues her campaign, striving for “No crime on the streets. Crime-free since 2025,” referencing The Group’s multiple battles against The Dark Lord. Nelson citizens don’t believe her, and begin rioting throughout the city. They are miniscule looting at first, which The Group don’t take seriously. Jennifer returns to her base and finds Tania. Tania yells out, “You murdered a member of Bryson’s gang? Are you serious?” Jennifer simply smiles (“Blank Space”) and begins planning out her next target. Multiple Nelson High alumni return to Nelson to help out The Group; Carson’s friend Jack Argon, Yasmin and Sabrina’s friend Chloe Vamp, Annalise returns, Chloe’s friend Rachel Payton, and Bryson’s friend Parker Rumble. Each person who invited the other catches them up on the current situation. Bryson invites Parker and Jack to the Midnight Club, while Chloe and Rachel simply join The Group (“Ending Theme”).

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 1993 American action film of the same name.
Season 3

Season Poster

*“A new era of the series.”* Tagline for the season

**Season 3: California Trip** is the third season of *Tales From The Darkside.* The season ran from September 26, 2023, and ended on October 6, 2023.

## Description

In the aftermath of Janice’s murder, the Polaroid hunt started by Katie Jackson ended with Bryson Martinez, her boyfriend, returning to Nelson after a long exile by Kathy Beefer. However, Kathy had disappeared and no one knows where she is. This cultivates when the band goes on a trip to California, unknowingly bringing another passenger on board. Our friends will have to battle out-of-state trips, secrets and crushes, and even supernatural beings?!
Make Me..

**Make Me…** is a song sung by Katie Jackson and Bryson Martinez and originally written by Britney Spears.

When Bryson takes Katie home, she talks to him about the musical. Bryson says it’ll go great, and they both go into Katie’s houses and dance around while singing, eventually leading to Katie’s room.
Chapter Forty: Unable to Stay, Unwilling to Leave

**Chapter Forty: Unable to Stay, Unwilling to Leave** is the fifth episode of Season 4 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the fortieth overall. The episode serves as the fourth episode of The Titanic Arc. The episode aired on October 11, 2023.

## Synopsis

**THE SINKING** — The ship begins to sink, which begins to rise tensions between The Group as their memories are returned with two foes lingering around.

## Plot

Bryson and Katie make their way to the deck, where multiple crew members walk to meet with the captain. They head to Katie’s room, where they meet with Yasmin and Kendra, who they have returned their memories to. Kendra asks, “So what do we do? We just sit here and die on the Titanic?!” Bryson says no, explaining, “We survived an Eldritch being and destroyed a giant floating box in the sky. We can’t die to some 20th century ship on its maiden voyage.” Katie agrees, saying, “We just have to all get off, like all the other passengers.” Then Bryson realizes, “Women and children first.” He doesn’t say this out loud, but does say, “Then we better get a move on triggering everyone else’s memories before they get off.” All four split up to cover more ground and find everyone else. Bryson finds Summer and reminds her of the color guard, which triggers her memories. Yasmin sees Sabrina and Kayla get near a lifeboat, and tells the two, “Hey, there’s another boat over here.” She guides the two to another part of the ship, and shows them pictures of the three and Angela together. Sabrina and Kayla drop to tears, which also brings Yasmin to tears. Katie finds Amelia and Shelby, and name drops Georgia, which triggers Amelia’s memories, but a little bit of convincing triggers Shelby’s memories as well. Finally, Kendra finds Melissa, who reminds her of Yasmin. This instantly triggers Melissa’s memories, who still has feelings for Yasmin. Kendra teases Melissa on it, which Melissa isn’t embarrassed about. Bryson runs into a shadow figure, and assumes it to be The Dark Lord. To his shock, it’s revealed to be Diana, who tells him, “I will get revenge on what you guys did to Kathy.” Bryson tries to tell her that the God Box killed her, but Diana simply ignores him, and leaves. The Group finally reconvene at Katie’s room, and plan strategies on how to escape.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the name of the song in *Titanic (1997)* of the same name.
* As of Season 8, this episode contains the longest episode title of the series, at 34 characters.
Chapter One Hundred and Sixteen: Relationships

**Chapter One Hundred and Sixteen: Relationships** is the second episode of Season 9 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the one hundredth and sixteenth overall. The episode aired on January 21, 2024.

## Synopsis

**BEGINNING THE INVESTIGATION** — Bryson begins investigating Melissa’s disappearance, which includes meeting new sophomores.

## Plot

Bryson continues investigating Melissa’s disappearance, and meets new sophomores. Summer Marley, Kendra Brates and Sonia Lane. He talks with all three about his investigation, which they all are surprised at. Summer, Kendra and Sonia volunteer to become allies of The Group and assist in the investigation, which everyone agrees. Bryson thinks Bailey and Madeline may know where Melissa is as they’re seniors now. Bailey keeps explaining how they don’t know where Melissa is, and doesn’t know who could’ve antagonized Melissa before the game. Bryson also begins falling for someone, but doesn’t want to reveal his feelings until the investigation is over.

## Trivia

* The episode continues the trend of resurrecting various deceased characters.
A Quick Race

### Context

Despite his hate towards all three, Hudson reluctantly agrees to race against all three protagonists, but he has a trick up his sleeve.

## Mission Information

### Mission Objectives

Choose one of the three cars. (All, in order)
 Race against all three. (All, names will be different depending on who you’re controlling)
 Get to the Nelson County Fairgrounds. (Depending on who you controlled last when Hayden makes the call)
 Fend off the attackers.
 Follow the others. (All, names will be different depending on who you’re controlling)
 Steal the helicopter. (Bryson)

### Mission Failed Conditions

Protagonist dies.
 Hudson dies.
 A car/cars are destroyed.
 The race is abandoned.
 The helicopter is destroyed.

## Guide

### Unlocks

A Friendly Betrayal (Option A)
 No Love Lost (Option B)
 A Third Option (Option C)

**A Quick Race** is a mission and the penultimate mission of *Tales From The Darkside: The Video Game.*

## Gameplay

### Race against all three. (All, names will be different depending on who you’re controlling)

The names will change depending on who you control.

Bryson; Race against Yasmin, Carson & Hudson.

Yasmin; Race against Bryson, Carson & Hudson.

Carson; Race against Bryson, Yasmin & Hudson.

### Get to the Nelson County Fairgrounds. (Depending on who you controlled last when Hayden makes the call)

However you controlled last, you will get the prompt.

### Fend off the attackers.

As all three protagonists, survive the onslaught of Hudson’s men.

### Steal the helicopter. (Bryson)

If you aren’t playing as Bryson yet, the game will switch, and Bryson will steal the helicopter.
Chapter Twenty-Two: Touchdown

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**Chapter Twenty-Two: Touchdown** is the first episode of Season 3 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the twenty-second overall. The episode aired on September 26, 2023.

## Synopsis

**WELCOME TO CALIFORNIA** — The Group arrive in California for their band trip, but unwillingly bring someone else.

## Plot

The season begins with a plane touching down in California. The Group steps out, and takes in the California air. Everyone books rooms at the hotel, and they all get roommates. Bryson, Katie, Carson and Melissa in one room; Yasmin, Sabrina, Kayla, and another member named Alex Kindley. Angela is in another group, but does visit everyone else. The band head to the local parade, and Bryson sees Kathy. He is startled, and tries to warn the others, but she disappears before Bryson can see her again. Back at the hotel, Angela decides to stay, and suddenly hallucinates herself in an alternate universe. She sees a sign, but is unable to see it clearly as she returns to the real world. Angela decides to leave the room, and meets with the rest of The Group. They ask her if she’s okay, and Angela says, “Don’t worry about me. Let’s enjoy this place while we’re here (“California Gurls”).”

## Trivia

* This episode begins the series’ shift from a crime comedy-drama, to more of a supernatural horror crime drama.
Chapter One Hundred and Eleven: Love At First Sight

**Chapter One Hundred and Eleven: Love At First Sight** is the eleventh episode of Season 8 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the one hundredth and eleventh overall. The episode aired on January 12, 2024.

## Synopsis

**LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT** — Madeline arrives in Nelson, where she reunites with Carson and Veronica. She also learns of a possible new love interest, Bryson.

## Plot

Madeline learns from Bailey about Bryson’s love life, and attempts to scope it out. Madeline then sees Bryson, and is immediately infatuated. Bailey notices this, and tells her, “You think you could do this?” Madeline answers, “Oh, I got this. It’ll be easy. Carson will introduce me, Veronica and you will gas me up, make that other girl Yasmin jealous, and me and Bryson make out in front of her. Easy as that.” Bailey says, “Maybe. From what I’ve heard, Bryson has a bit of a track record getting into relationships easily.” Madeline and Bailey head down, and the former introduces herself to Bryson. Bryson doesn’t feel an attraction, but does make friends with her. Madeline flirts with Bryson, who begins to notice the affection. Carson and Veronica try to convince Bryson to date her, but his excuse is, “I just got out of a relationship. I’m not ready to date.”

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2023 American rom-com film of the same name.
Chapter One Hundred and Seventeen: Collateral Damage

**Chapter One Hundred and Seventeen: Collateral Damage** is the third episode of Season 9 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the one hundredth and seventeenth overall. The episode serves as the first episode of the Restoration Arc. The episode aired on January 22, 2024.

## Synopsis

**BACKGROUND INFORMATION** — Bryson arrives at the police station, and is caught up by the officer there on the investigation, informing background information not known by the general public.

## Plot

Bryson arrives at the police station. He introduces himself as the main investigator, and is told of the events leading up. The Group except Bailey and Madeline have started their junior year. Bailey and Madeline started their senior year. They are also introduced to new students of the Band and just new friends in general. Melissa Walker, Marina Colvin, Olaf Sambers and Tania Thompson. The Band kids begin hanging out with the four more due to them and the rest being in Band. Melissa begins feeling left out after she and Yasmin’s friendship briefly falls apart. During this year’s Homecoming Game, it begins to rain, and it also is Nelson’s 100th anniversary, which the school takes seriously. During the game, Bryson notices that Melissa is acting a little strange, but doesn’t think too much about it. After the game, Melissa leaves with her mom, and isn’t seen by anyone else that night. Bryson then tries to drive himself, Yasmin, Sabrina and Kayla back to their houses, and succeeds. The next day, Bryson learns that Melissa has gone missing, but hopes that she will show up at the dance. At the dance, Bryson arrives with Carson, Veronica and Janice, and they meet up with the Band kids. Everyone has a great time, but Bryson believes thta something was off. The others are concerned. Bryson still remembers the events, and relays the information.

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2022 vigilante thriller film of the same name.
Nelson (city)

**Nelson** is a major city found in Colorado, founded in the 1800s, after Colorado was established as a state in the United States.

## Residents

* Alex Kindley (Deceased)
* Angela Nalie
* Annalise Ortiz
* Bryson Martinez
* Carson Vagil
* Diana Colbe (Deceased)
* Emily White (Deceased)
* Evan Hernandez (Deceased)
* Gordon Molina (Deceased)
* Janice Larson (Deceased)
* Kathy Beefer (Deceased)
* Katie Jackson
* Kayla Drate (Deceased)
* Kendra Brates
* Mal Castillo (Deceased)
* Marina Colvin (Deceased)
* Megan (Deceased)
* Melissa Walker (Deceased)
* Michael Brooke (Deceased)
* Olaf Sambers (Deceased)
* Sabrina Kalene
* Skylar Thompson (Deceased)
* Sonia Lane (Deceased)
* Summer Marley
* Veronica Cortez
* Yasmin Gutierrez
* Principal Brown (Deceased)
* Mr. Hence
* Javier Weston (Deceased)
* Kylie Laime (Mayor)
* Carly Dotson (Deputy Mayor)

## Visitors

* Amelia (From Georgia)
* Shelby (From Georgia, Deceased)
* John (From Georgia)
* Natalia (From Georgia)
* James (From Georgia, Deceased)
Chapter Ninety-Nine: The Stand

**Chapter Ninety-Nine: The Stand** is the nineteenth and penultimate episode of Season 7 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the ninety-ninth overall. The episode serves as the ninth and penultimate episode of the Belsen Arc. The episode aired on December 22, 2023.

## Synopsis

**THE REASON FOR POWERS** — The Group investigate Jennifer’s true origins in power in preparation for their battle, which Bryson and Katie take by exploring Belsen to help them.

## Plot

After volunteering to sacrifice herself, Allison steps up on a platform. Katie hesitates, but eventually uses her powers to send massive amounts of energy into Allison. Allison slowly begins to grow, and grow, until eventually she’s the size of a skyscraper. Bryson asks, “Are you feeling anything?” Allison shakes her head. Bryson finally says, “It's time.” Jennifer plays around with Evan over his allegiance. Suddenly, she sees a giant Allison near her. Jennifer sends Evan to attack The Group while she “takes care of old business.” Evan tries to fight The Group, but is simply thrown to the side. Allison confronts Jennifer. Jennifer taunts her, saying, “You know they’re just gonna abandon you. They won’t even make the attempt to resurrect you. You know that right?!” Allison replies, “I know. That’s why I’m the sacrifice. I volunteered. I wasn’t Cherry picked, unlike you with your ‘personal vendetta.‘ What does that even mean?” While the two argue, The Group silently drive through the mess, and try to slowly fix it. Jennifer hears this, and tries to stomp them. Luckily, Allison jumps into action and tackles Jennifer, bringing down more buildings. The Group avoids the two giants battling. Katie then questions. She pulls Bryson to the side and asks, “How did Jennifer even gain her powers? We were gone for 7 years, and she’s been away from us ever since she tried to kill us at the dam.” The two think, and say “Belsen” at the same time. He asks, “Do you think she might have worked with someone to trade powers and for her to gain them?” “Possibly. Who knows where she could’ve gotten them?” “Well, maybe we can go and ask.” The two travel to Belsen, where they ask Writer Bryson, “Is there possibly a story where Jennifer arrives here and takes someone’s powers?” Writer Bryson initially says no, but Narrator Katie answers, “Well, there was recently a death. Sonia, the girl who already had powers. Apparently she was involved in trying to summon the devil, but failed.” Katie yells out, “That might be it. Jennifer is somehow the devil incarnate, or at least a fraction of it.” Bryson asks, “Do you think Jennifer summoned the devil here, and had to sacrifice people to get those powers?” Narrator Katie answers, “Oh my god, that’s how I died. Jennifer strangled me.” Writer Bryson says, “And Tania. And Emily being erased. And Olaf being half-molten and being forced to be put down.” Bryson asks, “So, all we have to do is trade her over to the devil, and she gets stuck in hell?” Katie answers, “That can work.”

## Kills/Deaths

Sonia Lane (Belsen): Found dead trying to summon The Devil

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 1978 Stephen King novel of the same name.
No Love Lost

### Context

Bryson is tasked, under the orders of Scarlett, and especially Hudson, to kill Yasmin. However, he doesn’t have the heart to do it, and forces another solution.

## Mission Information

### Mission Objectives

Go to Yasmin’s house.
Take Yasmin to Greendale.
Shoot Yasmin’s leg.
Leave the area.
Go back to Nelson High.

### Mission Failed Conditions

Bryson dies.
Yasmin dies.
Yasmin is abandoned.
Yasmin’s leg isn’t shot.
Bryson doesn’t leave the area and is arrested.

## Guide

### Unlocks

Story Complete

**No Love Lost** is one of the three possible endings to *Tales From The Darkside: The Video Game,* and one of the two possible non-canonical endings.

## Gameplay

### Shoot Yasmin’s leg.

After having Yasmin distracted, shoot her in the leg.
Chapter Seventy-Six: The Coffee Shop

**Chapter Seventy-Six: The Coffee Shop** is the tenth episode of Season 6 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the seventy-sixth overall. The episode serves as the fourth episode of the Revenge Arc. The episode aired on November 25, 2023.

## Synopsis

**COFFEE FOR SALE** — In an effort to gain money to keep funding their job, The Revenge Group open a coffee shop, sponsored by Bryson.

## Plot

The Revenge Group contacts Bryson, and Annalise tells him, “Dude, I think we might’ve run out of funding.” Bryson answers, “Well, you need to gain more money. I suggest opening a coffee shop. I heard British people love coffee.” “Got it, we’ll see you in a few days.” Annalise relays the information to the rest of The Revenge Group, and they open a coffee shop. The Revenge Group has each member take over a spot; Annalise and Sabrina handle the coffee. Carson and Veronica handle merchandise and attract customers. Finally, Ethan and Johnathan handle cleaning and back store business. Back in Nelson, Bryson and Yasmin continue their quest to protect themselves and The Group. They attend a teacher meeting at the school, where Principal Weston talks about reviving school spirit with a musical. Yasmin pitches an idea for it, “Let’s go old school. Green Day’s musical, American Idiot.” Principal Weston says, “Good idea Ms. Gutierrez. Let’s go with Green Day.” The coffee shop is doing well, doing so well in fact that The Revenge Group can’t keep up with the fast business and orders. Luckily, they gain enough money, and head to the airport to fly out to their final destination, Mexico.

## Trivia

* This is the first episode of the season to not feature Jennifer. She isn’t even mentioned at all.
Football Game

### Context

While Bryson‘s on his way to the football game, Yasmin meets Scarlett, a freshman who seems nice at first.

## Mission Information

### Mission Objectives

Go to Littleville High School.
 Follow Scarlett.
 Intervene the fight.
 Beat up Hudson.

### Mission Failed Conditions

Yasmin dies.
 The fighters die.
 Scarlett dies.
 The spectators are spooked.
 Hudson dies.

## Guide

### Unlocks

Band Interruption

**Football Game** is a mission in *Tales From The Darkside: The Video Game.* The mission introduces Scarlett and Hudson, alongside the combat system.

## Gameplay

### Go to Littleville High.

Drive over to the high school on the opposite side of Nelson.

### Beat up Hudson.

Beat up Hudson, introducing you to the combat system.
Chapter Forty-Nine: Community

**Chapter Forty-Nine: Community** is the first episode of Season 5 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the forty-ninth overall. The episode aired on October 23, 2023.

## Synopsis

**MEMORIES TO RECALL** — A majority of The Group’s members have begun their senior year, and recall their past adventures that they’ve gone through.

## Plot

The season begins with Bryson driving on a road. He arrives at Nelson High School, where he sees a few other band students, and parks in the rear parking lot. He heads inside, and finds Yasmin, who tells him, “Everyone else is on the way.” Carson high fives Bryson, and tells him, “Dude, this is it. The prelude to senior year.” Bryson answers, “Yeah. It is. Man, where the times have gone. We dealt with Janice’s murder, Skylar’s rampage.” Carson adds, “Your kidnapping, and exile. The Hamilton musical.” Yasmin continues, “Kathy. And all the horror she put us through.” Sabrina comes in, “The stupid God Box. Diana, Gordon and Michael.” Kayla responds, “Angela’s sacrifice. Her memorial afterwards.” Kendra arrives, “Our wacky adventures to the Titanic.” Carson chimes in, “That stupid quiz show. The Britney Spears musical.” Finally, Yasmin finishes off, “Melissa. The Dark Lord’s stupid way to mess with us.” Bryson answers, “Well, I really hope nothing like that happens. Guys, this is, well, a majority of our final year of high school! Let’s enjoy it, and say goodbye to our fellow juniors.” Summer, Olaf and Marina walk in, and ask the seniors, “What’s up?” Yasmin says, “Just reliving some memories.”

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the 2009 American sitcom of the same name.
Chapter Eleven: The First Polaroid

**Chapter Eleven: The First Polaroid** is the first episode of Season 2 of *Tales From The Darkside* and the eleventh episode overall. The episode aired on September 20, 2023.

## Synopsis

**NEW YEAR, NEW MYSTERY** — Second semester begins at Nelson High, and everyone is reeling from the crimes Evan Hernandez committed last semester. Bryson finds a shocking revelation that could change his entire year.

## Plot

The season begins with Bryson entering Nelson High with his girlfriend, Katie. The Group meets up with them, and talks about normal things, like classes, and planning for next year. “Junior year,” Bryson states. As Bryson enters his Math class, he sees multiple students whispering, and looking at him. He assumes it to be his accomplishment from last semester, but eventually, one student goes up to him, and asks, “You’re Bryson Martinez, right? Well, there was a picture of you at the front of the school, supposedly stabbing someone.” Bryson is confused, and asks to step out. He finds the picture, which matches the description the student gave. He messages The Group about the Polaroid, which everyone is confused about as well. Bryson then points out, “Guys, is that supposed to be me, stabbing Janice?”
Chapter Ninety-Five: Reuniting the Family

**Chapter Ninety-Five: Reuniting the Family** is the fifteenth episode of Season 7 of *Tales From The Darkside,* and the ninety-fifth overall. The episode aired on December 18, 2023.

## Synopsis

**THE END OF THE ROAD** — After reuniting the entire Group, Bryson begins planning his next and possibly final move on Jennifer.

## Plot

Janice and Carson reunite for the first time in over a decade. Carson catches Janice up on the chaos that had unfolded ever since August 2022. The Agency finally learns of recent events, and side with The Group, finally launching a manhunt for Jennifer and Angela. Jennifer betrays Angela, and abandons her at the outskirts of town, leaving Angela to be captured by the Agency. She is taken to the Island Prison, where Allison also remains. The two see each other, and simply grunt. Meanwhile, Bryson attempts to reunite The Group to help the Agency find Jennifer. Multiple members, like Katie, Kendra, Johnathan, Ethan, Skylar and Emily simply don’t want to and want to retire. Others, like Yasmin, Carson, Veronica, Janice, Summer, Sabrina and Tania want to find Jennifer and seek justice for their fallen allies and friends. Jennifer finds herself standing in a field. She yells for anyone to help her, but this attracts The Group and the Agency, who find her, and surround her. Jennifer yells, “Bryson! I knew the Agency would eventually be on your side.” She seems to begin to give up. “You caught me. So this is it. After all the deaths I’ve caused, this is how it ends, huh?” Bryson agrees. Jennifer then pulls a gun and tries to shoot Bryson, but Matthew and other soldiers fire first, bringing Jennifer down. Jennifer lets out one final yell, before dropping dead in front of everyone.

## Kills/Deaths

Jennifer Weston: Executed by the Agency members

## Trivia

* The episode title comes from the Rockstar’s *GTA V* mission of the same name.
Fourth of July

### Context

Fourth of July arrives, and all Band members, including Bryson and Yasmin, attend the parade, and later at night, hang out to watch the fireworks with their friends, including Carson.

## Mission Information

### Mission Objectives

Pick up Yasmin.  (Bryson)
 Go to Nelson Park.
 Get to your position.  (Both, character will switch when controlled one gets to their position)
 March.  (All, follow on screen instructions)
 Head home.  (Yasmin)
 Hang out until fireworks time starts.  (All, time will advance quickly to not bore)
 Pick up Carson.  (Bryson)
 Go watch the fireworks.  (All, when fireworks time hits)

### Mission Failed Conditions

 Protagonist dies.
 Nelson Park guests are spooked.
 Band Member dies.

## Guide

### Unlocks

The Bank Heist

**Fourth of July** is a mission given to Bryson and Yasmin by the Nelson High Marching Band. Carson is later introduced, but is not available until later in the mission.

## Gameplay

### Get to your position.

Find your position, and stand in place. When one character is in, the game switches to get the other in place.

### Hang out until fireworks time starts.

Time will advance quickly. You can use this time to get a chance to play as Carson for a bit while you wait.

### Pick up Carson.

When the game switches to Bryson, you can head over to pick him up.
Chapter Five: The Lockdown

Title Card

> ”The lockdown. That day was, interesting to say the least.”
>
> -Bryson Martinez

*Not to be confused with the arc this episode is part of*

**Chapter Five: The Lockdown** is the fifth episode of Season 1 of *Tales From The Darkside*. This episode serves as the first episode of the Lockdown Arc. The episode aired on September 11, 2023.

## Synopsis

**SKYLAR GOES NUTS** — Bryson hides from Skylar as he begins planning his next moves.

## Plot

Bryson is running away, when he makes it to the Band room and locks himself inside. As he’s hiding, he hears the bell, signifying it’s A Lunch. He knows he can’t leave, so he wagers his options. Carson is at the Center of Education, but knows he’ll be back soon. Yasmin is in class. Angela Nalie is at lunch, but won’t dare to confront Skylar. Veronica is talking with Megan, a junior friend, so they won’t come for a little, Mal’s dead, so is Emily, and they were, to Bryson’s knowledge, the only people to calm Ash down. Suddenly, he hears Skylar leave. Bryson checks for them, to see them gone. He slowly begins making his way to the Choir Room to check on Veronica and Megan, when he hears a lockdown being announced. It’s revealed to not be a drill. He looks around the corner, to see Skylar repeatedly stabbing the cop Bryson had teamed up with for the case. Bryson runs back to the Choir Room, and shuts the door, and sees other kids hiding. He hides with them, as he hears Skylar’s footsteps get closer to the door.