Season 2eps13 — Salem -

Died from an infected wound; brought back by Mary's sacrifice. Severely Incapacitated

The episode centers on the aftermath of the Grand Rite's completion. Countess Marburg's plans appear successful as the Dark Lord inhabits the body of Mary’s son, John Jr.. However, the Dark Lord reveals he desires Mary Sibley as his bride and Queen, effectively casting the Countess aside.

: Anne fully embraces her witch heritage, choosing power over morality. To keep Cotton Mather from fleeing or exposing her, she places him under a love spell and forces a familiar down his throat—mimicking the same control Mary once held over George Sibley. Salem - Season 2Eps13

Critics praised the episode for its "unexpected gasp moments" and high body count, with many calling it a flawless conclusion to the season's arcs. Reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes and TV Fanatic highlighted the tragic irony of Mary finally gaining the upper hand in her war against the Countess, only to lose everything else.

Body killed by the Dark Lord; soul trapped in a sealed sarcophagus. Unknown Died from an infected wound; brought back by

Watch a deeper breakdown of the season 2 finale and its major twists here:

: Desperate and drained, Mary attempts to kill both herself and the Countess by setting a church on fire, but Anne Hale intervenes. Later, Sebastian von Marburg—acting out of "unconditional love" for Mary—fakes her death to the Countess and allows her to find the dying John Alden. Mary ultimately gives her life to resurrect John using her own blood. However, the Dark Lord reveals he desires Mary

: Tituba is banished by the Dark Lord and subsequently attacked by a flock of demonic ravens, leaving her fate uncertain. Mercy Lewis, rejected by the Countess and the Dark Lord, retreats to the woods, vowing to build her own kingdom. Key Deaths and Statuses Final Status in S2E13 Cause/Details Mary Sibley Deceased (temporarily) Sacrificed her life and blood to resurrect John Alden. John Alden Resurrected