[s1e8] The Strangled Heart -

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: The character Eliza is revealed to be an older Jane Chatwin. She is brutally killed by Mike while he is under The Beast's control. [S1E8] The Strangled Heart

: It is revealed that Mike has been possessed by The Beast. After escaping custody and attempting to kill Dean Fogg, Eliot is forced to snap Mike’s neck to save the Dean, leaving him devastated. You can find further details and discussions on

: While working on a study group assignment, Penny, Quentin, and Alice are attacked by Mike (Eliot’s boyfriend). Mike attempts to stab Quentin with a cursed "Virgo Blade," but Penny intervenes and is stabbed instead. : It is revealed that Mike has been possessed by The Beast

Brakebills University is thrown into chaos when an agent of The Beast launches a violent attack on campus. Meanwhile, personal relationships are tested following the events at Brakebills South, and Julia explores a new perspective on magic while in a rehab facility.