Ep 24. Something New

In How I Met Your Mother season 8 episode 24, titled "Something New," viewers follow the gang as they prepare for the wedding of Barney and Robin. The episode kicks off with Ted standing outside a hotel, ready to finally meet the mother of his children, who is revealed to be the bass player of the wedding band set to perform at the reception.

As Ted nervously awaits the woman's arrival, the rest of the gang is busy with their own preparations. Lily is struggling with leaving behind her son to embark on a new adventure in Italy with Marshall, while Marshall is dealing with the aftermath of being mugged and losing his wallet, which contains their plane tickets.

Meanwhile, Robin is getting cold feet about the wedding and confides in her mother, who is also in attendance. However, her mother dismisses her worries and pushes her towards the altar.

As the wedding ceremony begins, viewers see the gang gather together and reflect on the journey that brought them all to this moment. Flashbacks are played, highlighting the key moments in each of their lives that led them to where they are today.

As the ceremony progresses, it becomes apparent that something is amiss. Ted receives a phone call from the mother of his children, and shortly after, Barney's bride goes missing. As chaos ensues, the group sets out to find her and they eventually discover her on the roof, questioning whether she is really ready to marry Barney.

After a heart-to-heart conversation, Robin decides she is ready to take the next step and the wedding ceremony resumes. The episode ends with Ted finally meeting the mother of his children at the train station, as they share a sweet moment and exchange a yellow umbrella.

"Something New" is a fitting end to season eight of How I Met Your Mother, as it ties up loose ends and sets the stage for the upcoming final season. With plenty of laughs, heartfelt moments, and unexpected twists throughout, this episode is a must-see for fans of the series.