'The Bastard Executioner' episode 3 spoilers and pilot episode recap: Wilkin becomes the new executioner
In the upcoming episode of "The Bastard Executioner" titled "Effigy/Ddelw," it will focus on Wilkin Brattle's new life as the executioner of Castle Ventris. The synopsis reads, Wilkin will be forced to carry out his duties as the new executioner when an unlikely suspect is charged with treason.
In the preview for the episode, the viewers can expect it to be gory and blood filled. It would seem that Wilkin is being haunted by his dead wife, and as he talks to Amora, he asks her if she can see his demons as well since she could see his angels. It also seems that Wilkin is at odds with many people in the castle.
The previous episode began with Wilkin as he woke up from a nightmare. He dreamt of his bloody past and how he was saved by a mysterious angel who told him to give up the sword. Then, his very pregnant wife came in and told him to do his chores. He chased her around the village and then he gave her a kiss.
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Meanwhile, in Castle Ventris, Baroness Love Ventris was being ridden doggy style by her husband Baron Erik Ventris. After he left, a maid named Isabel came in. The Baroness looked lovingly out the window. Later on, she bathed in the sea.
Wilkin and his wife met Amora on the way to the river. They also met the young lad who talked to his sheep. On their way back, Wilkin is met by the other famers who informed him of the Baron's steeper taxes. Wilkin was persuaded to join the rebels in their fight.
Baron Erik was informed of the rebellion and he instructed his men to crush the farmers. The village was burned down and everyone was killed. Wilkin and the others ventured toward the castle for retribution.
A battle ensued and Wilkin fought with Baron Erik who was eventually killed. Wilkin managed to infiltrate the castle as the new executioner. He chopped off a head with deadly precision.
The Bastard Executioner airs every Tuesdays on FX.
