Ep 5. Glory Days

In Highlander season 5 episode 5 titled "Glory Days," the audience follows Duncan MacLeod, a 400-year-old immortal swordsman, as he attends his friend and former lover's art exhibit. However, their reunion is cut short when Duncan recognizes a familiar face from his past. A former comrade and fellow immortal Ceirdwyn, who is seeking revenge against Duncan for a battle they had 300 years ago. The two immortals engage in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, each determined to come out on top.

As Duncan tries to avoid Ceirdwyn, he meets up with some old friends, including Hugh Fizgerald, a former boxing champion who now owns a gym. Fizgerald agrees to train Duncan for an upcoming charity boxing match against his old rival, a dirty fighter named Gus. The training and preparation for the fight give Duncan an opportunity to reflect on his past and his mortality. He realizes that his ability to fight and not age is both a blessing and a curse, as the people he cares about will eventually age and die, while he remains young and immortal.

During the boxing match with Gus, Ceirdwyn appears, interrupting the fight and demanding that Duncan face him. Duncan knows that he cannot let Ceirdwyn take revenge on him without a fight, and the two engage in a brutal swordfight. The fight takes them out of the gym, onto the streets, and eventually into a park where they are surrounded by onlookers. As they fight, it becomes clear that both warriors are evenly matched, and the outcome is uncertain.

As the fight reaches its climax, Duncan realizes that he cannot defeat Ceirdwyn without killing him, and he is not willing to do that. He hits Ceirdwyn with the hilt of his sword, knocking him out and sparing his life. Duncan realizes that he still values life, even if it means he might have to face his own mortality one day. The two immortals part ways, and Duncan leaves the boxing ring, reflecting on the people and the memories he has lost over the centuries.

Overall, Highlander season 5 episode 5, "Glory Days," is a thought-provoking look at mortality and the value of life. It showcases the inner conflicts and struggles of an immortal man who is forced to confront his past and his future. The episode is well-paced, with excellent fight scenes and character development that keeps the audience engaged until the very end. It is a must-watch for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys action-packed dramas with great character development.