Ep 12. They Also Serve

In Highlander season 3 episode 12, entitled "They Also Serve," our hero Duncan MacLeod finds himself embroiled in a precarious situation when he becomes indebted to a powerful and dangerous Immortal named Xavier St. Cloud. Duncan had once rescued Xavier from a band of thieves, and as a result Xavier feels that he owes Duncan his life. However, he quickly realizes that Xavier is not the type of person who takes debts lightly - Xavier is an infamous thief who uses his Immortality to pull off daring heists, and he's been laying low for years. Now, he wants Duncan to help him pull off one last score.

As Duncan is torn between his loyalty to his friend and his own sense of morality, he also meets a new love interest: a beautiful woman named Kristin. However, when he learns the truth about her past, he begins to question whether he can trust her. Meanwhile, Xavier's plan becomes clear: he wants Duncan to steal a valuable diamond from a wealthy businessman. But when Duncan learns that the diamond was stolen from a local museum, he realizes that he can't go through with the heist. This puts him in a dangerous position with Xavier, who threatens to take drastic action if Duncan doesn't follow through.

Throughout the episode, we see flashbacks to Duncan's past, including his first encounter with Xavier and his relationship with Kristin. These flashbacks serve to deepen our understanding of Duncan's character and the stakes of the present-day conflict. We also witness some intense action sequences, including a daring break-in and escape from a high-security building. As the episode comes to a close, Duncan must make a difficult decision that will have far-reaching consequences for all involved.

Overall, Highlander season 3 episode 12 is an exciting and suspenseful installment in the series. It showcases the complex motivations of the Immortal characters and explores Duncan's internal struggle between his loyalty and his conscience. The episode's themes of trust and redemption are woven throughout the plot, making for a thought-provoking viewing experience. Fans of the series will be satisfied by the action and drama, and newcomers will find an engaging and accessible storyline to dive into.