Murder Most Foul (Once Upon a Time)

"Murder Most Foul" is the eleventh episode of the fifth season of the ABC fantasy drama series Once Upon a Time.

The episode revolves around several key plot points:

• Camelot Flashbacks: The episode delves deeper into the events that transpired in Camelot after Emma Swan, now the Dark One, arrived. Focus is given to King Arthur's increasingly obsessive and tyrannical behavior in his quest to reforge Excalibur, driven by the visions of a sorceress.

• Emma's Plan: Emma is revealed to be manipulating events, including King Arthur's actions, to achieve a specific goal that remains largely mysterious at this point in the season. Her manipulation is subtle and strategic.

• Regina's Heroic Quest: Regina, now striving to be a true hero, is challenged to prove herself and confront her past. She struggles with the temptations of her former evil persona.

• The Murder: The title alludes to a significant death within the episode, which has major ramifications for the characters and the overall storyline. The identity of the murdered character and the circumstances surrounding their death are central to the episode's plot.

The episode explores themes of good versus evil, redemption, manipulation, and the corrupting influence of power. It uses flashbacks to Camelot to contrast with the present-day events in Storybrooke, revealing how the characters' past experiences in Camelot are impacting their current relationships and actions.