Ep 6. Hopeless

In True Blood season five episode six, titled "Hopeless," the residents of Bon Temps are still reeling from the events of the previous episode. With Russell Edgington on the loose and the vampire Authority in disarray, tensions are high and danger lurks around every corner.

Sookie is struggling to come to terms with the loss of her best friend, Tara, and the possibility that she may be responsible for her death. She turns to Lafayette for support, but he is dealing with his own demons and is unable to offer much help.

Meanwhile, Bill and Eric are being held by the Authority and are facing a trial for their involvement in the death of Nan Flanagan. They try to plead their case and convince the members of the Authority that they were acting in self-defense, but it quickly becomes clear that there is more to their situation than meets the eye.

Back in Bon Temps, Jason is still mourning the loss of his parents and grappling with the revelation that he is part fairy. He turns to Jessica for comfort, which leads to a passionate night between them.

The werewolves, led by Alcide, are on edge as they prepare for the upcoming full moon. They know that Russell is still out there and that he poses a serious threat to their community.

As the episode progresses, it becomes clear that all of these storylines are interconnected and that the characters' actions will have far-reaching consequences. In the end, some will find redemption and others will face their darkest fears, but one thing is certain: nothing will ever be the same in Bon Temps again.