Ep 10. The Art of the Deal

The Magicians season 3 episode 10 titled "The Art of the Deal" presents a tense storyline that showcases the risks involved in making deals with unknown magical entities, even to save a life. The episode opens with the team dealing with the death of their friend and comrade, Alice, who was the victim of an assassination.

Desperate to bring her back, Quentin (Jason Ralph) turns to a powerful demon he believes has the capability to raise the dead. The demon proceeds to offer a deal in exchange for Alice's life. However, the team must first summon a magical creature that is very dangerous and capricious.

Margo (Summer Bishil) decides to head the mission to retrieve the creature and sends Josh (Trevor Einhorn), Fen (Brittany Curran), and a few others to track it down. The journey is far from easy, as the team runs into a series of obstacles that threaten to jeopardize the mission.

Meanwhile, Eliot (Hale Appleman) and Julia (Stella Maeve) try to broker a deal with another supernatural creature, a demon named Reynard (Mackenzie Astin). Reynard is the entity responsible for Alice's death. They believe that they can use the knowledge of a powerful magical spell to lure and trap Reynard into a magical vessel. However, this deal comes with some significant risks that may lead to dire consequences.

As the two teams race against time, they both encounter hidden risks and new challenges that push their limits. The episode showcases the team coming together, but at a huge cost to the group and to their individual lives.

"The Art of the Deal" is an intense episode that forces the characters to confront their fears, motivations, and weaknesses. The themes of redemption, sacrifice, and moral complexity feature prominently in this episode, making it one of the most emotional and thought-provoking ones of the series.

In conclusion, The Magicians season 3 episode 10 "The Art of the Deal" is an outstanding episode that balances tension, character development, and plot development. It sets the stage for an exciting, action-packed season finale while offering viewers a glimpse into the team's motivations, strengths, and vulnerabilities. With the stakes raised higher than ever before, this episode leaves the audience wondering who will survive and what the consequences of the team's actions will be.