Ep 1. Starling City

Following years of fighting crime and living up to his reputation as Star City's greatest hero, the Green Arrow has one final mission: to save his city and protect those he loves. In the season 8 premiere episode titled "Starling City," the Green Arrow and his team return to their hometown in search of answers and aid in their fight against the Monitor, who threatens to destroy everything they hold dear.

After years of fighting, the Green Arrow, played by Stephen Amell, is ready to give everything to save his city one last time. To understand the threat of the Monitor and how to stop him, the Green Arrow needs help from his closest allies and those who know Starling City best. He and his team return to the city, but they find it much different than it was when they left it all those years ago. The city is filled with crime and corruption and it is the Monitors doing.

As the Green Arrow works to save his city, he faces many challenges along the way. Not only must he find a way to stop the Monitor, but he must also confront his past and the people who have betrayed him. His sister, Thea Queen, played by Willa Holland, returns to help him in his fight. Renowned journalist and friend of the Green Arrow, Lois Lane, played by Elizabeth Tulloch, helps the team uncover clues and join the battle against the Monitor.

"Starling City" is a poignant and emotional episode that introduces the audience to the beginnings of the Green Arrow's journey as well as his motivations for wanting to save the city. The episode is filled with action and suspense as the team fights to uncover the truth behind the Monitor's motives. The episode is also a beautiful tribute to Starling City, a place that has been a home to many beloved characters over the years.

Overall, "Starling City" sets the stage for an epic final season of Arrow that promises to be filled with excitement, adventure, and emotional moments that will leave fans of the show feeling satisfied and fulfilled. The Green Arrow has fought tirelessly to save the city and protect those he loves, and in this final season, he leaves it all on the line, giving everything to keep his legacy alive.