Ep 31. Friend or Foe

SpongeBob SquarePants, From the Beginning season 2 episode 31 is titled "Friend or Foe." In this episode, Mr. Krabs tells the story of how he and Plankton became rivals. The story goes back to when they were friends in the navy. Mr. Krabs and Plankton were part of a cooking competition and their dish, the Krabby Patty, was a hit among the judges. However, when they tried to sell it in their own restaurant, they both had different ideas of how to run the business.

Mr. Krabs wanted to sell the Krabby Patty and make a profit, while Plankton wanted to give it away for free in order to gain more customers. When they couldn't agree on how to run the business, they split up and became rivals. This rivalry continued for years, with Plankton constantly trying to steal the Krabby Patty secret formula.

The story also reveals that Mr. Krabs and Plankton were once great friends and even created a mechanical restaurant together before their falling out. This leads SpongeBob and the gang to try to get Mr. Krabs and Plankton to make amends and become friends again.

Throughout the episode, there are humorous moments and flashbacks that showcase the history of Mr. Krabs and Plankton's friendship turned rivalry. The episode ends with a heartwarming moment where Mr. Krabs and Plankton finally make amends and go back to being friends.

"Friend or Foe" is a fun and nostalgic episode that explores the backstory of two beloved characters in the SpongeBob SquarePants universe. It highlights the importance of friendship and forgiveness, while still delivering the humor and quirkiness that the show is known for. Fans of the show will enjoy seeing Mr. Krabs and Plankton's history and how it has informed their present-day rivalry.