Ep 2. Chapter 2: The Midnight Giant

Hilda season 1 episode 2, named "Chapter 2: The Midnight Giant," is an adventure-filled episode that begins with Hilda and her mother, Johanna, moving to their new home in the city of Trolberg.

As the sun sets, Hilda can't sleep and heads outside to explore the new surroundings. She bumps into a young boy named David who is quite fascinated with her backpack, which is actually Hilda's pet deerfox, Twig.

Hilda and David set out to explore Trolberg's streets, and while they are out, they come across a strange creature. As they try to flee from it, they both tumble into a nearby pond, only to be saved by a giant. The giant carries them to his home atop a mountain and puts them to bed in his house.

The next morning, Hilda explores the giant's home and gets to know him better. She learns that the giant has been living alone for some time and is quite lonely. The giant is also worried about his friends, the trolls, who haven't returned home in a while.

Hilda and David set out to help the giant find his friends, and they soon come across a group of trolls playing a game of tag. Hilda and David help the trolls return to their home, which is now full of plants and trees, thanks to Hilda's handy plant growing powder.

As they return to the giant's home, they hear strange noises coming from the giant's garden. Upon investigating, they discover that the giant's prized pumpkin has been stolen by a band of rat kings.

Hilda, David, and the giant set out to retrieve the pumpkin, and after a thrilling adventure in the rat king's lair, they successfully retrieve the pumpkin and return it to the giant.

The giant is overjoyed and throws a big party to celebrate the return of his pumpkin and the friendship of his new companions. Hilda and David bid farewell to their new friend and return home.

"Chapter 2: The Midnight Giant" is an action-packed episode that highlights the spirit of friendship and adventure. The episode's stunning visuals and imaginative storytelling make it a must-watch for both children and adults. The episode also introduces several new characters that are sure to play a significant role in Hilda's future adventures.