Ep 10. Fanatic

Clark Kent is a character who lives a dual life, dealing with his superhuman powers and being a normal teenager trying to fit in. In "Smallville" season 5 episode 10, titled "Fanatic," we find Clark struggling to save a young woman who has become obsessed with him.

The episode starts with Clark trying to save a woman from a falling beam at a construction site. However, before he can reach her, she is rescued by a group called The Disciples of Zod, who worship the Kryptonian villain. The woman is knocked unconscious in the process, and Clark helps her to safety. Later, he realizes that the woman has become obsessed with him and has an unhealthy attraction towards him.

As the episode progresses, we see the woman, named Maddie, follow Clark around and try to get his attention. She even goes to the Kent farm and steals items from his room to create a shrine to Clark. Feeling threatened and uneasy, Clark tries to distance himself from Maddie. However, her obsession only grows stronger. She starts to dress in red and blue, like Clark's superhero alter ego, and even starts calling herself "Superwoman."

Meanwhile, Lana Lang, Clark's love interest, has been kidnapped by a man named Genevieve Teague, who wants to use her as leverage to find a powerful object known as the Crystal of Air. Lana's fate rests in the hands of Lionel Luthor, Lex Luthor's father, who is also seeking the Crystal. In order to get his hands on it, Lionel puts a hit out on Teague's life. However, the plan backfires when Teague kidnaps Lionel instead.

As Clark tries to deal with Maddie's obsession and the stress of trying to find Lana, he discovers that Maddie has been kidnapped by The Disciples of Zod. They are planning to execute her in order to lure Clark into a trap. Maddie's life hangs in the balance as Clark battles the cult members, and ultimately faces off against a powerful villain who may be more than he can handle.

In "Fanatic," we see a different side of Clark. He is not invincible and struggles with the consequences of his actions. The episode deals with themes of obsession, control, and the lengths people will go to get what they want. It also showcases the dynamic relationships between Clark, Lana, and their respective families.

Overall, "Fanatic" is a gripping and intense episode of "Smallville" that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With strong performances from the cast and a well-crafted storyline, it is a must-watch for fans of the series.