Ep 2. Signs of the Times

In episode 2 of Oktoberfest: Beer & Blood, titled "Signs of the Times," tensions continue to rise between the two rival breweries, the Hacker-Pschorr and the Löwenbräu. The episode begins with the discovery of a dead body, causing both breweries to suspect foul play and intensifying their feud.

Meanwhile, Clara is struggling to convince her father, Johann, to take her seriously and allow her to participate in the brewing process. Despite her passion and knowledge of beer-making, Johann insists on keeping her confined to traditional women's roles in the family business.

At the same time, the new mayor, Georg Lang, is starting to reveal his true intentions for the town, which include forcing out small businesses, such as the local brothel, in favor of larger corporate interests. This decision does not sit well with some of the local citizens, including the owner of the brothel, Anno, who plans to fight back against Lang's corrupt practices.

As the episode progresses, the rivalry between the two breweries continues to escalate, with both sides resorting to sabotage and espionage in order to gain the upper hand. Meanwhile, the body count starts to rise as it becomes clear that someone is willing to go to extreme lengths to protect their interests.

Amidst the chaos and violence, there are also hints of a potential romance brewing between Roman, the master brewer at the Löwenbräu, and Clara. However, with tensions running high and both of them on opposite sides of the brewing feud, it remains to be seen whether their relationship can survive the brewing war.

Overall, "Signs of the Times" is a gripping episode that further develops the complex characters and multi-layered plot of Oktoberfest: Beer & Blood. With its intense drama, historical accuracy, and superb acting, the series continues to be a must-watch for fans of both period dramas and intense thrillers.