Ep 2. Christmas Terror

In this episode of Alaska: Ice Cold Killers, titled "Christmas Terror," viewers are taken on a chilling journey into the dark and snowy Alaskan wilderness to examine a series of brutal murders that took place during the holiday season.

The episode opens with a narration that contextualizes the severity of the setting - how the icy terrain, sub-zero temperatures and complete isolation from the rest of the world make it a place where people can easily disappear, and no one is around to hear them scream. It then dives into the first story of the episode, exploring the murder of a popular local DJ who was known for hosting an annual Christmas party. Despite being a tight-knit community where everyone knows each other, the investigation proves to be exceedingly difficult due to the fact that no one seems to have seen anything suspicious the night of the murder. The authorities follow a few leads, but nothing seems to pan out, making the case grow increasingly eerie and unsettling.

The episode then shifts to another bizarre and brutal murder case that took place at a remote cabin where two friends had settled for a peaceful Christmas getaway. When the authorities discover the body of one friend and the other missing, they are met with a horrifying realization. It becomes apparent that the man who was supposed to have left the cabin with the deceased friend, instead dismembered his corpse and took off with the limbs as a macabre souvenirs. The search for him proves to be difficult due to the fact that he knows the land well and has a considerable head start.

Throughout the episode, there are interviews with locals who describe how the holiday season is celebrated in Alaska - from the luminaries that light up the streets, to the festive treats and cozy gatherings around the fire. However, there is a sense of unease underlying the holiday cheer, as people are reminded of how the season got marred by these gruesome deaths.

The episode concludes with the stories of both cases still unresolved, leaving an ominous and eerie feeling in the air. The narration explains that these murders not only robbed families of their loved ones and a community of its innocence, but it also changed how the holiday season is perceived by those living in the region. Now associated with cold-blooded murders, there's a new sense of trepidation and fear associated with the season in Alaska.

The "Christmas Terror" episode of Alaska: Ice Cold Killers is a gripping and haunting look into the dark side of the holiday season in the Alaskan wilderness. Through the thorough research and interviews with witnesses and authorities involved in the cases, viewers get a glimpse of what it's like to live in a place where danger lurks around every corner, even in the midst of a holiday celebration. Ultimately, the episode showcases how the holiday season can be marred by the most heinous of acts, leaving a lasting impact on those who experience it.