As You Were (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)

"As You Were" is the 15th episode of the sixth season of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. It originally aired on February 26, 2002.

The episode revolves around Riley Finn's unexpected return to Sunnydale with a mission from the military involving a demon that can turn invisible. Buffy struggles to reconcile her past relationship with Riley, now married to Sam, with her current life with Spike. Additionally, the episode explores Xander's insecurities about his perceived lack of importance and contribution to the Scooby Gang, leading him to impulsively propose to Anya.

A significant theme of the episode is moving on from past relationships and accepting personal growth, highlighted through both Buffy's and Riley's experiences. Buffy confronts the lingering feelings she has for Riley and realizes she has changed. Riley, in turn, showcases his commitment to his new wife and his professional growth. Xander's storyline serves as a counterpoint, depicting a character struggling with feelings of inadequacy and seeking validation.

The episode is generally considered a middle-tier episode of Season Six, addressing character development and relationship dynamics more than focusing on season-arc plot progression.