Ep 16. Dethkids

In Metalocalypse season 1 episode 16 titled "Dethkids," the band members of Dethklok - Nathan, Skwisgaar, Toki, Pickles, and William - visit a daycare center to inspire the next generation of metal lovers. However, their reception with the children is far from what they expected.

The episode opens with the band preparing to perform at a daycare center. They are initially excited to share their music with children, hoping to inspire them to become metal fans. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when the children don't seem to be interested in their music. In fact, they are scared of Dethklok, which causes the band members to wonder what they are doing wrong.

Throughout the episode, the band members try various tactics to get the children to like them. Nathan tries to be gentle and caring, Skwisgaar tries to teach the children about the guitar, and Pickles brings in a petting zoo to distract them from their music. However, nothing seems to work, and the children continue to be afraid of them.

In frustration, Dethklok starts to play their music as loud as possible in hopes of getting a reaction from the children. However, this only makes things worse, and the daycare center staff kicks them out. Dejected and confused, the band members return to Mordhaus, where they reflect on their failure. Toki suggests they try a different approach by pretending to be superheroes, which seems to resonate with the children.

Motivated by this idea, the band members create costumes and return to the daycare center as "The Dethkids," their superhero alter-egos. The children immediately take to them, and they perform a song that incorporates a positive message about being true to oneself. This inspires the children, and they start to mimic the band's music and actions.

The episode concludes with Dethklok leaving the daycare center, satisfied that they have inspired the next generation of metal fans. As they walk away, the children chase after them, shouting "Dethkids! Dethkids!" in excitement.

Overall, "Dethkids" is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that highlights the absurdity of how adults sometimes try to relate to children. The band members of Dethklok are completely out of their element in a daycare center, and their attempts to connect with the children are both comical and relatable. The episode also includes several great musical moments, as Dethklok performs some of their most iconic songs while trying to win over the children. In the end, "Dethkids" is a must-watch for any Metalocalypse fan looking for a fun and entertaining episode.