Ep 15. The Black Vipers

In Xiaolin Showdown English Dub season 2 episode 15, titled "The Black Vipers," the monks' newest challenge takes them to an old abandoned temple. Omi, Kimiko, Clay, and Raimundo arrive at the temple to find that an old nemesis has also shown up - Vlad, the evil dragon spirit.

Vlad is accompanied by his minions, the Black Vipers. The monks soon learn that the temple isn't just abandoned, it's cursed. The Black Vipers have been guarding the temple for centuries and have been cursed to remain trapped within the temple walls until someone can defeat them in a Xiaolin Showdown.

The monks quickly realize that Vlad isn't interested in defeating the Black Vipers, but in using their power to gain control over the Shen Gong Wu. He plans to challenge the monks and win as many Shen Gong Wu as possible before they can defeat the Black Vipers.

As the monks prepare for a Xiaolin Showdown, they learn that the Black Vipers are no joke. Their snake-like abilities allow them to move quickly and strike with deadly precision. The monks must work together to come up with a strategy to defeat them.

During the Showdown, Vlad interferes and makes things even more difficult for the monks. All seems lost until Omi recalls a lesson from Master Fung about the true nature of the Black Vipers' curse. With this newfound knowledge, the monks are able to change the rules of the Showdown and win against the Black Vipers.

As the monks collect the Shen Gong Wu, they realize that Vlad has snuck away with one of them. They go after him and engage in another Showdown, but this time Vlad has the upper hand. It seems like Vlad will win until Raimundo steps in and sacrifices himself to save his friends.

The episode ends with the monks mourning the loss of Raimundo and Vlad getting away with a Shen Gong Wu. They promise to continue their fight against evil and honor the memory of their fallen friend.

Overall, "The Black Vipers" is a thrilling episode that showcases the monks' teamwork and determination. The action is intense and the stakes are high, making for an exciting and suspenseful episode. It also sheds light on the importance of knowledge and strategy in Xiaolin Showdowns.