Castlevania Season 2, Episode 6: "The River" Review

The final pieces are moving into place for the epic climax of this season.

By M.T. Bates
October 30, 2018, 8:50 PM EDT

The trio, after finding what they needed, find themselves under attack from a night horde, which includes yet another classic villain from the series: Karasuman, Demon Lord of the Ravens. Short on time as the horde breaks their way in, each member scrambles to do their part. Attacks on both sides consume this episode as the river town of Braila is finally converged upon by the armies of Dracula, but everything is not what it seems.

Trevor defends his allies as they work frantically while Carmilla, using Hector, finally reveals her plan. We finally however, get to see the legendary Morning Star whip in action, along with why it is so devastating to the creatures of the night. In Braila, the casualties are heavy as Carmilla takes the upper hand. Hector, though, is sadly caught in the middle of a mess he unknowingly helped create.

Trevor’s skills are put on display as his vampire hunter prowess continues to be put to the test. Sypha and Alucard continue their work to bring the castle to them and lock it down as a battle rages on in the main castle hall. Sypha struggles in her own battle against the castle itself but finally overcomes and beats it into submission.

Now that all of the pieces are finally in place, the moves are made by all in an effort to end this war. Dracula no longer has the advantage as all he has left is Isaac. In the blink of an eye, he has lost all of his pull as the final battle is upon us.

The Good

This episode is heavy on action and a good contrast to the previous one. The appearance of Karasuman also gives fans of the games something to geek out about.

The Not-So-Good

There was not a whole lot on the lore front in this episode, but the stage is now set for the final confrontation as the season quickly races towards its climax.

Our Score

8.0/10

This episode leans on its action to progress the story, which ended up being just as exciting and compelling as the story lore. This series is doing a remarkable job balancing engaging story elements and beautifully-done fight scenes.

About the Author

M.T. Bates

Let it be known to all the spirits, that I am a Capricorn, living in the 10th house, the house of our Lord Black Phillip. Let all the spirits here know, I am the first born son of Black Phillip. Let it be known sons and daughters, that I am an avid horror head, beginning at the tender age of six, a creative yet unmotivated horror writer, and a YouTube Gaming live streamer. Pledge yourselves, and together we can all Live Deliciously & Game. Let it be known brothers and sisters, that I, Bates, also co-host Way of Life (LIVE!) podcast with Ray Morse (Mungus). So, yeah, check that out when you aren’t enjoying the content of Dead Entertainment.

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