Ep 4. Arrow
- TVPG
- October 19, 2006
- 42 min
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8.6 (1,275)
In Smallville season 6 episode 4, titled "Arrow," we see the introduction of the character Oliver Queen, also known as Green Arrow. Oliver brings a change of pace to the show as a billionaire playboy who uses his archery skills to fight crime in a vigilante fashion.
Oliver's introduction isn't just exciting for fans of the comics, but it also brings a shake-up to Clark's life. With Lana now working in Metropolis, Clark needs a new love interest, and the spark between him and Lois has yet to catch fire. Enter: Oliver's love interest, Lois's cousin Chloe.
Chloe and Oliver strike up a flirtatious relationship that puts Lois on the sidelines, but it's not all smooth sailing for Chloe. A new editor at the Daily Planet, Grant Gabriel, has eyes for her, but his ulterior motives threaten to disrupt Chloe's relationship with Oliver.
Meanwhile, Clark is struggling with his own set of problems. He's trying to incorporate more of his superpowers into his daily life, but it's proving to be more difficult than he anticipated. While experimenting with his abilities, Clark accidentally injures Chloe, causing her to temporarily lose her memory. This sets off a chain of events that involves a mysterious figure trying to track Chloe down.
As the episode unfolds, we see Oliver and Clark teaming up to fight the bad guys. Oliver's vigilante style contrasts with Clark's more traditional superhero mentality, but the two manage to work together in the end. There are plenty of intense action sequences throughout the episode, especially when Oliver uses his iconic bow and arrow.
In addition to Oliver's introduction, "Arrow" also hints at a larger mythology at play. The figure trying to track Chloe down is revealed to be an emissary of Lex Luthor, adding another layer of danger to the mix. It's exciting for viewers to see the show starting to connect more explicitly to the larger DC universe.
Overall, "Arrow" is an exciting episode that introduces a new character and sets up ongoing storylines for the season. It's a great entry point for fans who may have skipped earlier seasons as the show continues to evolve and expand its world.