Ep 6. Goddesses, Axl, Come In All Forms

The Almighty Johnsons is a New Zealand fantasy television series with a unique premise: a family of men possesses the powers of Norse gods. In season 1 episode 6, titled "Goddesses, Axl, Come In All Forms," the focus is on Axl Johnson (Emmett Skilton), the youngest of the Johnson brothers and believed to be the reincarnation of Odin.

At the start of the episode, Axl is still reeling from the revelation that the woman he believed to be his one true love, Gaia, is not who she seems. Gaia (Keisha Castle-Hughes) is actually a goddess named Frigg, who is not Odin's destined mate. Meanwhile, Axl's ex-girlfriend, Eva (Fern Sutherland), is trying to move on from their relationship but is having trouble doing so.

As the Johnson brothers prepare for a celebration honoring the goddesses, Axl starts to feel like everything he thought he knew about his destiny is being called into question. The goddesses demand attention and respect, and Axl is worried that his knowledge of Norse mythology may not be enough to appease them.

But as the night goes on, Axl learns that the goddesses come in many different forms, and that his destiny may not be as straightforward as he thought. He starts to realize that there is more to being Odin than just knowing about the gods and goddesses of Norse mythology.

"Goddesses, Axl, Come In All Forms" is a standout episode of The Almighty Johnsons because of the way it focuses on Axl's character development. Axl has always been the most eager to embrace his role as the reincarnation of Odin, but this episode shows him grappling with uncertainty and doubt.

The episode also highlights the strong female characters of the show. While the Johnson brothers have all the power, it's the women who hold the key to unlocking their potential. Even though Axl is the reincarnation of Odin, he would not be able to fulfill his destiny without the guidance and support of the goddesses.

Overall, "Goddesses, Axl, Come In All Forms" is a well-written episode that explores the complexities of mythology and destiny, while also delivering some great character moments. It's a standout episode in a show that continues to impress with its unique blend of fantasy, drama, and humor.