Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 15 The Book Of The Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha
- TV-NR
- March 11, 2019
- 41 min
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6.8 (520)
As the second season of the superhero series Black Lightning unfolds, episode 15 is titled, The Book Of The Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha. The show focuses on titular character Jefferson Pierce aka Black Lightning, a retired superhero who is compelled to return to his role as a vigilante to protect his community from a dangerous crime ring called The 100 that dominates Freeland, bringing chaos and violence.
In the last episode, Black Lightning and his allies managed to take down the notorious ASA (American Security Agency) and rescue Meta-humans who were kept captive there. However, they still face challenges from different quarters, including Tobias Whale, a murderous gang leader who is collaborating with the corrupt police to expand his power over Freeland.
In The Book Of The Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha, the story picks up with Tobias turning his focus to finding the members of the Pierce family, who have been on the run after the attack on the ASA. Meanwhile, Jefferson finds himself in a dark and dangerous place after a significant loss in his life. He wants to avenge the injustice he's suffered, but the pain and grief are overwhelming. This is especially difficult for him as he has always been a positive, inspiring figure in his community.
While Jefferson is dealing with his personal struggles, his daughters Anissa (alias Thunder) and Jennifer (Lightning) are coping with their own battles. Anissa has started to realize what it means to be a leader in a time of crisis, both for her family and her community. She is taking up the mantle of Blackbird, a powerful hero in her own right, working to protect those who are targeted and marginalized.
Jennifer, on the other hand, is struggling with her powers, testing her limits, and growing increasingly frustrated that she still can't control them. With the guidance of her father and sister, Jennifer looks for a way to hone her abilities effectively, which she believes will make her the family's most valuable asset.
As Tobias and the corrupt police zero in on the Pierce family, they will have to reunite and fight back harder than ever before. The Book Of The Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha sets up an intense and action-packed season finale, with each new development bringing them closer to the ultimate battle between good and evil.
Overall, The Book Of The Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha delivers an engaging storyline, compelling character development, brilliant fight sequences, and a great balance of action, drama, and humor. The show manages to hit all the right notes, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the next chapter of Black Lightning's story.