Ep 5. Splitting Images

Danny Phantom season 1 episode 5, "Splitting Images," follows the teenage ghost hunter Danny Fenton as he battles an unusual foe- his own reflection.

The episode starts with Danny's parents, Jack and Maddie Fenton, unveiling their latest invention: the Dubbing Specter Analyzer or D.S.A. for short. The device can capture a ghost's essence and store it in a holographic container. However, when Danny tries out the D.S.A. on himself, something goes awry. His reflection becomes a separate entity, with all of Danny's powers and abilities.

At first, Danny is excited to have a ghostly double to share his duties with, but he soon discovers that his reflection has a mind of its own. "Dark Danny," as his reflection calls himself, is more ruthless and aggressive than Danny, and he enjoys causing trouble around town. Danny tries to confront Dark Danny, but he finds himself outmatched by his own reflection. Dark Danny even starts impersonating Danny in front of his friends and family, making it nearly impossible for Danny to prove who the real Danny is.

Meanwhile, Vlad Masters, Danny's arch-nemesis, tries to take advantage of the situation. He offers to help Danny get rid of his reflection in exchange for Danny's cooperation in one of Vlad's schemes. Danny initially agrees, but he soon realizes that he can't trust Vlad and decides to take matters into his own hands.

The episode comes to a head in a dramatic confrontation between Danny and Dark Danny. Danny realizes that he can't defeat Dark Danny alone, so he enlists the help of his friends and family. Together, they come up with a plan to trick Dark Danny into revealing himself to everyone as an impostor. In the end, Danny is able to defeat Dark Danny and trap him back into the D.S.A.

"Splitting Images" is a classic Danny Phantom episode that showcases the show's unique blend of action and humor. It also delves into the theme of identity and the concept of facing oneself. The episode is filled with clever twists and turns and is sure to keep audiences on their toes. Overall, "Splitting Images" is an excellent addition to the first season of Danny Phantom.