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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 21 Hostage . This episode was originally aired on May 7th, 2010. It was written by Jordan Hawley and Anne Cofell Saunders and was Directed by Glen Winter

Episode summary: Clark, focused on finding the Book of Rao before Zod, has lost focus on Lois which leads to her asking for a Break in their relationship right as Martha comes home bringing her new boyfriend perry White.  Perry and Lois end up working on a story together which puts them in the sights of the Red queen. Tess is being interrogated by Maxwell lord at teh behest of the Red Queen.  Clark realzies who the Red queen actually is and finally gets the Book of Rao but learns it’s true power might cost him everything.

It’s IMDB.com rating 8.3

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:   Which non-powered Smallville Character would you want to be trapped inside of a locked-down version of  Watchtower?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 20 Sacrifice . This episode was originally aired on April 30th, 2010. It was written by Justin Hartley, Walter Wong and Bryan Q. Miller and was Directed by Kevin Fair.

Episode summary: Clark tries to keep Chloe and Lois out of harm’s way by recruiting Green Arrow to help him track down Zod.  Tess invites herself and inadvertently Checkmate to watchtower putting both of their lives at risk and ultimately Tess’ life in Chloe’s hand. Checkmate declares war on the Kandoraians and Zod burns them down. Faora dies and takes with her the last hope of Clark and Zod living peacefully together on earth.

It’s IMDB.com rating 8.2

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:   What value would you bring to a relationship with a Super-hero?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 19 Charade . This episode was originally aired on April 23rd, 2010. It was written by Don Whitehead and Holly Henderson and was Directed by Brian Peterson

Episode summary: Clark is ready to start his training, but is sent back to Metropolis to cut his ties with Lois first. John Corben is a new reporter with a grudge against the Blur. Lois reappears in the city with no recollection of where she was during her missing time.

It’s IMDB.com rating 7.7

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:   Disgraced D.A. Ray Sacks has been released from prison and the only way Lois or Clark can keep their jobs is to get the scoop. This puts Lois in the crosshairs of Maxwell Lord who has a plan to unmask the Blur.  Through all of this the Clark, Lois, Blur triangle bursts apart after Clark Learns Zod has been impersonating the Blur to Lois forcing him to cut all ties with her as the Blur and hoping that Clark, alone is enough for Lois.

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 18 Upgrade . This episode was originally aired on April 16th, 2019. It was written by Andrew Landis and was Directed by Mike Rohl

Episode summary: Zod continues to pose as “The Blur” and asks Lois to investigate one of Tess’ secret labs. An explosion rocks the lab, and Lois is rescued by John Corben who was a subject of multiple experiments. While investigating the explosion, Clark is exposed to red kryptonite. And infected Clark takes Zod to the Fortress. Tess turns to Chloe for help and they send in Corben to stop Clark from revealing all his secrets. 

It’s IMDB.com rating 7.8

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:  What other scene or segment in Smallville do you wish they would have shot like they did the Chloe Escape LW (slow-mo, comic panel style)?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 17 Checkmate . This episode was originally aired on April 9th, 2010. It was written by John Chisolm and was Directed by Tim Scanlin.

Episode summary: Martian Manhunter confronts checkmate solo trying to protect Clark and the rest of the proto-JLA from checkmate but when Green Arrow and then Chloe are captured Clark is forced to intervene revealing himself to Waller.   

It’s IMDB.com rating 8.0

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:   If you could have Smallville make an homage to another TV show, which would it be?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 16 Escape . This episode was originally aired on April 2nd, 2010. It was written by Genevieve Sparling and was Directed by Kevin Fair.

Episode summary: Clark and Lois head out for a romantic get-a-way only to run into Chloe and Oliver, who also thought they would have a romantic couples retreat.  Things get even more awkward when a Scottish Ghost begins taking revenge on the property.  Meanwhile Tess, realizing Zod has gotten his powers, makes a power play of her own to keep their alliance together.

It’s IMDB.com rating 7.5

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:  If you had a super secret cache of weapons for the greater good, would you tell others?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 14 Conspiracy . This episode was originally aired on February 26th, 2010. It was written by Alfredo Septien and Turi Meyer and was Directed by Turi Meyer

Episode summary: Resurrected from the dead by the Kandorians, a doctor kidnaps some of Zod’s people, along with Lois and an undercover Zod to prove his claims of an alien invasion. And Zod is shot saving Lois forcing Clark to return the favor not realizing the long term ramifications of his action.

It’s IMDB.com rating 7.8

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:  If someone had the gift of persuasion and used it on you for magnanimous purposes but ultimately it would turn sour and cause problems, what do you think they could suggest that appears innocent but would turn down the road?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 14 Persuasion . This episode was originally aired on February 19th, 2010. It was written by Anne Colfell Saunders and was Directed by Christopher Petry

Episode summary: Clark unknowingly becomes infected by gemstone kryptonite, unknowingly giving him the ability to persuade people to do what they believe he wants most.  Soon, Lois has quit her job, moved in with Clark and started planning their wedding!  After Clark realizes this new ability he decides to use it to solve the mystery of who killed Jor-el.

It’s IMDB.com rating 7.7

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:   f you had a professional staff and money was not a concern,  what is your dream cosplay costume?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 13 Warrior . This episode was originally aired on February 12th, 2010. It was written by Bryan Q. Miller and was Directed by Allison Mack.

Episode summary: Zatanna returns and requests Clark’s help to track down a stolen comic book that her father cursed to bestow super powers upon the reader but the power fantasy turns dark as soon as the newly minted hero feels betrayed which puts Chloe in danger.

It’s IMDB.com rating 7.9

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:  If you were able to pick any Superhero form DC Canon (Not Batman), who would that be and what story would you want Smallville to tell about them?

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Here is our review/discussion of s9 ep 12 Absolute Justice part 2: Legends . This episode was originally aired on February 5th, 2010. It was written by Geoff Johns and was Directed by Tom Welling.

Episode summary: The JSA and the proto-JLA join forces to stop icicle Jr but he seems to gain the upper hand after killing Dr. Fate and claiming the Helmet of Nabu for himself.   The who team gathers at Watchtower and is attacked by this new Frosty Dr. Fate but working together and with the added boost of a newly re-powered Martian Manhunter they defeat Frosty.   The Watchtower becomes more welcoming. Jon shares his concern with Chloe and Tess Mercer reports returns to active duty as an agent of checkmate.

It’s IMDB.com rating 8.9

PASS THE TORCH QUESTION:   Of the JSA members we saw but didn’t see in action, who would you most like to see in action?

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