[s2e5] Acorn Graduation -

: Reviews noted a deliberate slowdown compared to the frantic start of the season. The episode was praised for its "classic Season 1 vibe," taking its time to let the characters sit with the consequences of the "Woe’s Hollow" fallout.

: The core of the episode focused on Mark S. grappling with the revelation of Helena’s true identity. His inability to separate "Helly" from "Helena" provided some of the episode's most tense emotional beats. [S2E5] Acorn Graduation

: Inside Lumon, the team is reeling from Irving being fired after the incident where he dunked Helly underwater during the "ORTBO expedition". : Reviews noted a deliberate slowdown compared to

: Outie Mark continues his reintegration process under Reghabi’s care, though she is intentionally "slow-walking" it to prevent the fatal symptoms that killed Petey. grappling with the revelation of Helena’s true identity