[s5e16] — Our Decay

While the main focus is on the villains, Emma, Snow White, and David continue their quest to rescue Hook. A side plot involves Belle arriving in the Underworld and discovering the truth about Gold’s renewed status as the Dark One and her own pregnancy. Key Character Developments

Hades continues to pursue Zelena, revealing that his heart was stopped by his brother, Zeus, and can only be restarted by "True Love's Kiss." He expresses his desire to rule the Underworld with Zelena by his side, claiming they are kindred spirits due to their shared history of abandonment and resentment. [S5E16] Our Decay

The episode alternates between the Underworld in the present day and a flashback to Oz. While the main focus is on the villains,

Critics and fans on platforms like Reddit often highlight this episode as a turning point for the Underworld arc, though some felt the side plots, like the "haunted phone booth," were less impactful than the central romance. Once Upon A Time S5E16 - Our Decay Review - Daps Magic The episode alternates between the Underworld in the

Rebecca Mader’s performance as Zelena received praise for balancing "unabashed evil" with her deep-seated abandonment issues.