Ep 8. Adventures in Trollsitting

In the eighth episode of Trollhunters season 1, titled "Adventures in Trollsitting," Jim Lake Jr. needs a break from his Trollhunting duties and takes a day off to spend some time with his very human friends. However, his wish for a normal day is not granted as he is forced to babysit Baby Groot out of the blue.

In the meantime, Claire and Toby continue to investigate the disappearance of the Changeling named NotEnrique, who they believe to be one of their closest friends, Enrique. They soon discover that NotEnrique is being held captive by Bular, the son of the deceased Gunmar, and is being forced to reveal the location of the entrance to Heartstone Troll Market.

As Jim navigates the difficulties of taking care of a living, breathing troll baby, he realizes that being a Trollhunter has made him more responsible and mature. At the same time, he also learns that his choices have consequences, and he needs to be accountable for his actions.

Just as Jim is beginning to enjoy his day with Baby Groot, Bular and his goons come knocking on his door, forcing a confrontation. Jim is no match for Bular and his brute force, and things get more complicated when Baby Groot starts to show his troll-like behavior.

The episode then takes a dramatic turn as Jim and his friends race to rescue NotEnrique and prevent Bular from finding the entrance to Heartstone Troll Market. The rescue operation involves a series of action-packed scenes and intense combat, such as Jim channeling his Trollhunter powers against Bular and Claire and Toby using their wits and skills to outsmart their enemies.

In the end, Jim's maturity and newfound sense of responsibility help him save the day and bring the changeling back home, where he is reunited with his true friends. The episode ends with a cliffhanger that sets the stage for the next chapter in Jim's perilous journey as a Trollhunter.

Overall, "Adventures in Trollsitting" is a heartwarming and action-packed episode that showcases the growth of Jim's character and the bond between him and his friends. It also introduces new challenges, enemies, and secrets that add depth and excitement to the ongoing supernatural saga.