Ep 16. Seven Strike as One

In Into the Badlands season 3 episode 16, titled "Seven Strike as One," the series comes to a close with an intense, action-packed episode. The episode centers on the final battle between the Widow's forces and Pilgrim's forces. As their armies face off, the show's main characters are spread throughout, with each fighting for their own purpose.

Sunny (Daniel Wu) and Bajie (Nick Frost) team up to take on Pilgrim's allies, the Black Lotus, led by Gaius Chau (Lewis Tan). Along the way, they also face off against the true villain of the season, Cressida (Lorraine Toussaint). Meanwhile, the Widow (Emily Beecham) faces off against Pilgrim (Babou Ceesay) in a one-on-one battle, which has been building up since the beginning of the season.

In an unusual move for the series, the episode opens with a flashback to Pilgrim's early life, providing some backstory to his motivations and goals. Throughout the episode, his character is fleshed out, making him a more complex and interesting villain. This adds depth to the final battle, allowing the audience to understand Pilgrim's motivations and the impact of the Widow's actions.

The action sequences throughout the episode are well choreographed and exciting, making for an entertaining end to the series. Each character gets their moment to shine, with some standout moments from Sunny and the Widow. The show's unique blend of martial arts and post-apocalyptic settings is on full display in this episode.

Outside of the action, the episode also provides some emotional moments. Tilda (Ally Ioannides) confronts the Widow about their strained relationship, which has been building up throughout the season. This conversation is particularly well done, as it adds depth to the Widow's character and provides closure to their relationship.

Overall, "Seven Strike as One" is an excellent ending to Into the Badlands. It ties up loose ends, delivers exciting action sequences, and provides emotional closure to the characters. The show's unique blend of genres and styles is showcased throughout, making for a satisfying end to the series.