Ep 3. Chapter 03: Better Goff Dead

Peacemaker season 1 episode 3, titled "Chapter 03: Better Goff Dead," follows John Cena's character, Peacemaker, as he tries to piece together the clues surrounding the murders of two members of his team. As he interrogates potential suspects, Peacemaker must also navigate his complicated relationships with his team members, especially with Leota Adebayo, who he helps on a personal vendetta.

The episode starts with the aftermath of the previous episode's events, where two of Peacemaker's teammates were brutally murdered. Peacemaker takes it upon himself to investigate the murders, leading him to interrogate the remaining members of the team, including Murn, Vigilante, and Judomaster. With none of them providing any useful information, Peacemaker turns to a new lead. He meets with a known assassin named Better Goff, who had a possible motive for the murders.

Meanwhile, Leota Adebayo, who has a personal vendetta against a white supremacist group known as the Three Wise Monkeys, seeks Peacemaker's help. Peacemaker agrees to assist her, hoping that her mission could provide insight into the murders of his team members. They eventually locate the Three Wise Monkeys' whereabouts, and Peacemaker and Leota launch an assault on their compound. The two discover that the group had a connection to the murders, with evidence pointing to Better Goff's involvement.

As Peacemaker investigates Better Goff's possible connection to the murders, he also tries to address the team's growing distrust and resentment towards him. His abrasive and self-centered personality has rubbed most of the team members the wrong way, leading them to question his leadership abilities. Peacemaker tries to connect with them on a personal level, but his attempts are often misguided and only exacerbate the situation.

The tension between Peacemaker and his team comes to a head when they confront him about his shady alliances and questionable actions. Peacemaker is forced to confront his own flaws and the consequences of his selfish behavior, leading him to make a decision that could have dire consequences for the team.

The episode ends with a cliffhanger, leaving viewers wondering what Peacemaker's decision will be and what consequences it will have on the team. "Chapter 03: Better Goff Dead" sets the tone for the rest of the season, highlighting the complexity of the characters and their relationships while setting up a thrilling and action-packed narrative.