Second Coming (Ash vs Evil Dead)

The "Second Coming" refers to the apocalyptic prophecy detailed within the Necronomicon Ex-Mortis in the Ash vs Evil Dead television series. This prophecy outlines the potential for the Dark Ones, powerful demonic entities, to return to Earth and enslave humanity, ushering in an age of darkness.

The Second Coming storyline is a central threat throughout the series, constantly looming over Ash Williams and his companions. Ash, being the prophesied hero and the individual repeatedly linked to the Necronomicon, finds himself tasked with preventing this apocalyptic event. Various antagonists throughout the series seek to either trigger or exploit the Second Coming for their own nefarious purposes.

The specifics of how the Second Coming manifests are varied, encompassing demonic incursions, mass possessions, and the rise of powerful demonic figures seeking to open portals to the netherworld. Preventing the Second Coming often involves deciphering the Necronomicon, battling Deadites, and making difficult choices that affect the fate of the world. The prophecy adds a sense of urgency and high stakes to the series, driving the narrative and motivating Ash's often reluctant heroism. While the exact form the Second Coming will take is often unclear, its potential for global devastation remains a constant and pressing danger.