Ep 22. Not Fade Away

Angel season 5, episode 22, "Not Fade Away" is the series finale of this popular supernatural show. In this episode, Angel and the rest of his team, including Spike, Gunn, Wesley, Illyria, and Lorne, are preparing for their final battle against the Circle of the Black Thorn.

As the episode begins, Angel receives a surprise visit from an old friend - Faith, the rogue Slayer who previously appeared in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She wants to join the fight against the Circle of the Black Thorn and help Angel in his mission to save the world. Angel is hesitant at first, but eventually agrees to let Faith join the fight.

Meanwhile, the rest of the team is busy preparing for the battle. Gunn and Illyria head to the demon world to recruit an army, while Wesley and Spike work on a plan to take out the Circle's leader, the Senior Partners. Lorne struggles with his own demons, as he realizes that he can no longer ignore the evil that surrounds them and must take a stand.

The team reunites back at their headquarters, where they are joined by other allies, including Nina, a werewolf who has helped them in the past. But tensions are high as they face the knowledge that this may be their final battle, and not everyone will make it out alive.

The battle itself is intense and action-packed, with each member of the team facing their own challenges and hardships. There are many twists and turns as the battle progresses, and each member of the team is tested to their limit.

Ultimately, the fate of the world rests on Angel's shoulders as he confronts the Senior Partners, hoping to finally strike a blow against their evil empire. He is aided by the other members of his team, who fight valiantly beside him.

The episode ends on a bittersweet note, with Angel and his team unsure of what the future holds for them. But they are satisfied that they have fought the good fight and made a difference in the world. As the final shot fades to black, the audience is left with a feeling of closure and a sense of satisfaction that this epic story has come to a fitting conclusion.