Ep 5. The Axeman's Letter

The Originals season 3 episode 5, titled "The Axeman's Letter," opens with Klaus feeling the pressure from his growing enemies list. He is on edge because he knows that his family will be targeted, and he can't protect everyone. Meanwhile, Hayley is struggling to find a cure for the Crescent Curse, which has left many of her pack members unable to shift back out of their wolf form.

Amidst these challenges, a new threat arises in the form of a mysterious letter, claiming to be from one of New Orleans' most infamous serial killers, The Axeman. The letter demands that the killer's jazz music be played on a specific night, or else a massacre will occur. Klaus is initially skeptical that the letter is even authentic, but as more evidence surfaces, he has to consider the possibility that someone is using The Axeman's name as a cover for their own sinister plans.

As Klaus and Elijah investigate the letter's origins, they cross paths with Detective Will Kinney, who is also working on the case. Will is suspicious of the Mikaelsons, given their past history in New Orleans, but Klaus convinces him that they all have a common enemy. Together, they race against the clock to stop the impending bloodshed.

Meanwhile, Rebekah is dealing with her own issues. She has been temporarily resurrected and is inhabiting the body of Eva Sinclair, a witch who was previously in a mental institution. Rebekah is struggling to adjust to her new circumstances and find a way to reclaim her original body. She seeks out Marcel's help, but he is preoccupied with trying to rebuild the vampire community in the city.

Throughout the episode, tensions are high as the various plotlines intersect and the stakes continue to rise. The Mikaelsons must navigate the treacherous waters of their enemies and allies alike, all while struggling to keep their family together and protect the people of New Orleans.

In the end, the truth behind The Axeman's letter is revealed in a shocking twist that nobody saw coming. The Mikaelsons are left reeling from the revelations, but they know that their work is far from over. With new enemies on the horizon, they must stay one step ahead if they want to survive and protect their home.