The pacing almost drags in the middle of the episode (Ruby and Amanda's brief scene is just too disconnected from the rest of the plot to hold much weight), making it the weakest entry thus far, but it's still an entertaining time. Pablo's innocence makes for enjoyable humour, Ash and Eligos' final clash is satisfying, the soundtrack is strong, and the episode is noteworthy for being the first one to focus less on the humour and incorporate more emotional depth. Most crucially are the moments when Eligos tries to trick Ash into killing Kelly, and El Brujo's death, which not only ups the stakes of the deadite threat but also allows for Pablo's own growth as a character.
Review of The Host
