Ep 3. Extinction

Clark Kent, a teenage boy with superhuman abilities, continues to navigate his way through high school while keeping his true identity a secret from his friends and family in Smallville season 3 episode 3, titled "Extinction."

As the episode begins, Smallville is hit with a series of strange power outages that seem to be caused by a group of tattooed, bald-headed aliens led by a menacing figure known as "Van McNulty." While investigating the mysterious occurrences, Clark and his best friend Chloe Sullivan discover that the aliens are harvesting a rare mineral known as kryptonite to fuel their power.

Meanwhile, Clark's old friend Whitney Fordman returns to Smallville, eager to rekindle his relationship with his former girlfriend, Lana Lang. However, Whitney's efforts are complicated by the fact that he has joined the Marines and is struggling to readjust to civilian life.

As the aliens continue to wreak havoc on Smallville, Clark must use his powers to protect his friends and family. With the help of his parents and his friend Lex Luthor, Clark sets out to uncover the true intentions of the aliens and stop Van McNulty from unleashing destructive forces on the town.

In "Extinction," Smallville continues to explore themes of identity, loyalty, and sacrifice as its young hero grapples with his place in the world and the repercussions of his actions. With its blend of coming-of-age drama, superhero action, and sci-fi intrigue, this episode is a thrilling installment in the long-running series.