Ep 7. Lie to Me

In Buffy The Vampire Slayer season 2 episode 7 titled "Lie to Me," Buffy faces a difficult decision when an old friend from her past shows up in Sunnydale. Ford is a former classmate of Buffy's who she used to hang around with in Los Angeles before she moved to Sunnydale. Ford claims to know about the vampires that Buffy fights and wants to be a part of her world.

Buffy is initially excited to see Ford, but quickly realizes that something is off about him. He seems to know too much about the vampire slaying lifestyle and is overly eager to be Buffy's sidekick. Buffy suspects that Ford may be in danger and warns him to leave town, but he insists on staying.

Meanwhile, Spike, the leader of a group of vampires, arrives in Sunnydale and is looking for something. He asks Drusilla, one of his minions, to read his tarot cards to help him find what he's looking for. Drusilla warns him of a betrayer in their midst, and Spike becomes convinced that it's one of his vampire minions.

As Buffy tries to figure out what to do about Ford, she also starts to investigate Spike's arrival in Sunnydale. She discovers that Spike is looking for a powerful artifact called the Judge, which has the ability to destroy all humans on Earth. Buffy realizes that if Spike finds the Judge, it could spell disaster for the entire town.

In a tense showdown, Buffy confronts Spike and his minions, but is outnumbered and outmatched. Just when things seem hopeless, Ford steps in and reveals that he has made a deal with Spike to become a vampire himself. Ford betrays Buffy and her friends, but not without a moment of regret where he tells Buffy about his terminal illness and his desire to become a vampire so he can live forever.

Buffy is devastated by Ford's betrayal but manages to save the day by defeating Spike and stopping him from obtaining the Judge. As a result of Ford's deal with Spike, Buffy is forced to confront the harsh reality of her calling as a vampire slayer. She realizes that not everyone can be saved, and some people are willing to do anything to avoid facing their own mortality.

The episode "Lie to Me" is a powerful exploration of the themes of betrayal, mortality, and sacrifice. It shows the complex emotional toll that comes with being a vampire slayer and the difficult choices that Buffy must make in order to protect those she cares about. The episode also introduces important new characters, such as Ford and Spike, who will play a major role in future episodes and seasons of the show.

Overall, "Lie to Me" is a standout episode that exemplifies the strengths of Buffy The Vampire Slayer as a show that blends gripping action, heartfelt drama, and powerful themes. It is a must-watch for fans of the series and a great starting point for newcomers who want to get a taste of what this iconic show has to offer.