Ep 4. The Joining of Unlike Things

In Carnival Row season 1 episode 4, titled "The Joining of Unlike Things," tensions continue to rise between the fae and human communities in The Burgue. As they prepare for the upcoming Carnival, Rycroft "Philo" Philostrate (played by Orlando Bloom) attempts to keep the peace while investigating the mysterious deaths of several of his fellow soldiers.

Meanwhile, Vignette Stonemoss (played by Cara Delevingne) struggles with her feelings for Philo as she navigates her new life in the human world. She finds solace in the arms of another fae, Tourmaline (played by Karla Crome), but their happiness is short-lived when they come face-to-face with the reality of anti-fae sentiment.

Elsewhere, Councilwoman Piety Breakspear (played by Indira Varma) enlists the help of Agreus Astrayon (played by David Gyasi), a wealthy puck, to gain power and influence in The Burgue. Their unlikely partnership threatens to upend the delicate balance between the city's different communities.

As the Carnival approaches, tensions come to a head and the fragile peace between humans and fae hangs in the balance. Will Philo be able to solve the murders before it's too late? Will Vignette and Tourmaline be forced to flee The Burgue, or can they find a way to stay and help their fellow fae? And what role will Piety and Agreus play in the unfolding drama?

"The Joining of Unlike Things" is a thrilling and emotional episode that expertly weaves together the show's various plotlines. It delves deeper into the show's themes of prejudice and inequality while also delivering plenty of action and romance. Fans of the show will be on the edge of their seats as the story hurtles towards its explosive conclusion.