Ep 4. Defending Your Life

In Supernatural season 7 episode 4 titled "Defending Your Life," the Winchester brothers, Sam and Dean, find themselves in a rather unusual situation where they have to defend themselves in court, all the while facing their innermost fears and insecurities.

The episode begins with the brothers investigating some bizarre deaths that have occurred in a small town. Upon reaching the town, they realize that their past actions have come back to haunt them in the most unexpected way. An ancient Egyptian god named Osiris has been summoned to judge them for their past mistakes, and they have to defend themselves in a court of law.

The catch is, Osiris can see into their minds and hearts, and he uses their deepest fears and insecurities against them. Sam is haunted by the guilt of not being able to save his girlfriend, while Dean is plagued by the fear of becoming like his father, who was a ruthless hunter. Osiris brings their worst nightmares to life, and they must confront their inner demons and find a way to overcome them if they want to survive.

To add to their troubles, there is a prosecutor who is trying to prove their guilt. This prosecutor is someone who they have encountered in their past, a man named "Plucky" who they had thought was dead. Plucky's testimony adds to their anxiety and makes them doubt their memories of the past.

As the trial progresses, the brothers find out that they are not the only ones who are being judged. Osiris has summoned other people as well, who have to defend themselves against their own fears and insecurities. The brothers help some of these people out, and in doing so, they gain a new perspective on their own lives.

The episode takes a dramatic turn when Dean's guilt and fear push him to admit to a crime he did not commit, just so he can be punished for his shortcomings. However, Sam comes to his rescue and helps him realize the truth about their past. Together, they bring down the prosecutor and convince Osiris that they are not the same people they were in the past.

Overall, "Defending Your Life" is an intense and emotional episode that explores the depths of the brothers' psyches, while also revealing some surprising twists and turns. The episode highlights the importance of facing one's fears and taking responsibility for one's actions, while also emphasizing the strength of familial bonds.